Between Sessions

Are You a People Pleaser? The Hidden Impact on Your Mental Health

Revive Therapeutic Services — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 18:52:38 GMT

With host Naomi Raymond, LMHC, LPMT, LCAT, MT-BC and guest Devonta Thomas, LCSW

Do you find yourself saying yes when you want to say no, worrying about disappointing others, or constantly putting other people’s needs before your own? You may be experiencing people pleasing, a common behavior pattern that can impact your mental health, relationships, boundaries, self-esteem, and overall well-being.

In Episode 4 of Between Sessions with Revive Therapeutic Services, host Naomi Raymond, LMHC, LPMT, LCAT, MT-BC, talks with Devonta Thomas, LCSW, about what people pleasing is, where it comes from, and how it can develop over time.

Together, they explore the signs of people pleasing, people pleasing in relationships, its impact on mental health and self-worth, and how constantly prioritizing others can affect your own needs and sense of self. They also discuss the potential positives and negatives of people pleasing and ways to recognize and change people-pleasing behaviors, set healthier boundaries, and begin prioritizing your own needs.

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When to Stay, When to Walk Away: Boundaries, Ghosting, and Difficult Relationships

Revive Therapeutic Services — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 18:26:57 GMT

With host Naomi Raymond, LMHC, LPMT, LCAT, MT-BC and guest Erinn Reilly, M.S., LMHC

Not every difficult relationship is toxic—but how do you know the difference?

In this episode of Between Sessions with Revive Therapeutic Services, we’re talking about relationships, boundaries, toxic relationships, and abuse. We’ll explore the difference between normal relationship struggles, unhealthy or toxic relationships, and abusive relationships, while also discussing ghosting, setting and advocating boundaries, forgiveness, and sitting with discomfort.

We’ll unpack what forgiveness really means—and what it doesn’t—and how setting healthy boundaries can support your mental health, emotional well-being, and relationships.

Tune in for a conversation about mental health, healthy relationships, toxic relationships, boundaries, abuse, forgiveness, communication, and emotional well-being.

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Burnout or Something Else? How to Know What You’re Really Experiencing

Revive Therapeutic Services — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 12:55:17 GMT

With host Naomi Raymond, LMHC, LPMT, LCAT, MT-BC, and guest Danielle Cutlip, LCSW

Running on empty? Let’s talk about how to refill the tank.

Burnout can sneak up on you, leaving you feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, stressed, and constantly behind. In this episode of Between Sessions with Revive Therapeutic Services, we’re breaking down what burnout really looks like, what causes it, and what you can do to prevent it from taking over.

We’ll talk about setting boundaries, managing stress and time, protecting your sleep, stepping away from social media and the endless scroll, navigating relationships, and checking in with yourself before burnout becomes overwhelming.

Tune in for a conversation about burnout, stress management, mental health, self-care, boundaries, sleep, work-life balance, and emotional well-being.

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The Mental Load of Parenting: Why You Can’t Turn Your Brain Off

Revive Therapeutic Services — Tue, 15 Sep 2026 11:27:04 GMT

With host Naomi Raymond, LMHC, LPMT, LCAT, MT-BC and guest Elissa May Franklin, LICSW

Who’s carrying the mental load?

In this episode of Between Sessions with Revive Therapeutic Services, we’re talking about the mental load of parenting, work, relationships, and household responsibilities. From remembering appointments and planning meals to anticipating everyone else’s needs, the invisible labor of keeping life running can be exhausting.

We’re unpacking why the mental load isn’t always shared equally between caregivers, how it can impact stress, burnout, relationships, and mental health, and what can help create a more balanced load.

Tune in for a conversation about mental health, parenting, relationships, stress, caregiving, and work-life balance.

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