Hey friends — welcome back to Woe to Woah! Today, I’m checking in after surviving midterms during my first semester of grad school in my Clinical Mental Health Counseling program. In this episode, I’m getting real about: How life threw me curveballs and how I kept up with my caseload.What happened after the "honeymoon phase" of grad school wore off.The study strategies that saved me: sketch noting, flashcards, read-alouds, and flexible note-taking. How positive self-talk helped pr...

In this episode of Woe to Woah, I’m diving into the foundational counseling theories that shaped modern mental health therapy. Whether you’re a fellow counseling student, future therapist, or just someone curious about how therapy works, this is your intro to how some of psychology’s OGs defined what it means to be “healthy.” As a grad student in a Clinical Mental Health Counseling program, I’m sharing what I’ve been learning in my Theories of Counseling class—including a little midterm prep ...

Welcome back to Woe to Woe! In this episode, I'm diving deep into the world of Sigmund Freud, one of psychology’s most controversial yet influential figures. Whether you admire him or find his theories questionable, there’s no denying Freud's impact on modern therapy and everyday psychology. Join me, Savanna, as I take you along on my journey as a master's student in mental health counseling. I'll break down Freud’s fundamental ideas, from the id, ego, and superego to his more debated psychos...

In today’s episode, I dive deep into the different pathways to becoming a therapist. From Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs) to Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), and beyond, there are many options for those passionate about mental health. I share insights from my own experiences, including how working in therapy private practices during my undergrad shaped my journey and how I’m continuing to learn about new options, like occupatio...

In this episode of Woe to Woe, I share my whirlwind first week of grad school. It was a chaotic mix of a freak snowstorm, reading the wrong chapters, and catching the flu, but I learned valuable lessons about persistence and self-care. I also give an overview of my classes in mental health counseling, including Human Development, Theories in Counseling, and Research in Counseling. I offer practical tips for navigating grad school, discuss my studying and note-taking strategies, and reflect on...

In this episode of Woe to Woe, I’m sharing my personal journey to becoming a therapist. I’ll take you through my experiences in both my own mental health journey and my professional development, talking about how each step helped shape my path to therapy. From working in a child development research lab to discovering my passion for one-on-one therapy work, I’ll explain why therapy is the perfect fit for me. Here are some key takeaways from this episode: My "Why": I talk about the pivotal mom...

Welcome to Woe to Woe! In this episode, I’m sharing why I decided to start this podcast and what you can expect as I take you along on my journey to becoming a therapist. Whether you’re thinking about entering the mental health field, curious about how therapists are made, or just want to learn more about mental health in general, this podcast is here for you! Here’s what I cover in this episode: Why I’m Starting This Podcast: I’m beginning my master’s in mental health counseling this spring,...