Welcome to the podcast where it’s time to talk about talk therapy. Meet Maddy and Jennifer, two NYC-based licensed therapists who have swapped the couch for the mic to offer listeners a weekly glimpse into life from a clinician’s perspective. As founders of their own therapy practices—Maddy of Downtown Behavioral Wellness and Jennifer of Manhattan Wellness—both help hundreds of clients each week. Now, they sit down to share stories and insights about the multitude of highs and lows faced in ...
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Join Maddy and Jen as they dive deep into the evolving nature of friendships across different stages of life. From sharing nostalgic stories about childhood friendships to exploring the challenges of maintaining connections as adults, they get real about what it means to sustain meaningful relationships. They discuss the significance of "quality ov…
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Today Maddy and Jennifer dive into the evolving culture surrounding mental health, wellness, and the ways we talk about our struggles. Together, they examine how social media and influencer culture have fueled the trend of pathologizing everyday emotions and labeling discomfort as illness, often overshadowing the real challenges of mental health. F…
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In this episode, Maddy and Jennifer, two therapists and best friends, dive deep into the male psyche, exploring dating patterns and common misconceptions around relationships. They share insights from their own clinical experiences, reflecting on how men approach dating and relationships differently from women, while breaking down why communication…
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In this episode of Are We Okay?, Jennifer and Maddy dive deep into the tricky topics of insecurity, jealousy, and doubt in relationships. Drawing from their personal experiences and extensive work with young professionals in their 20s and 30s, they break down how these emotions can quietly sabotage relationships if left unchecked. From discussing t…
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In this episode, Maddy and Jen dive deep into a concept they’ve coined as “Nostalgia for the Present.” Ever feel like you’re living in a moment so good, you’re already missing it? That’s exactly what they explore. From personal stories about big life changes—like Jen expecting her second child and Maddy navigating her relationship—to the challenges…
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Welcome to the first episode of Are We Okay? hosted by licensed clinicians (and besties), Maddy Ellberger and Jennifer Teplin. In their first ever episode, we get to know the duo behind the mic as they share personal stories, reflect on their journeys, and ask each other some deep, funny, and even embarrassing questions. With over a decade of frien…
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