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Never Perfect
As a psychologist, I have a sacred opportunity to both teach and learn from my clients. It is my mission to bring honest, real life stories to the light in hopes that the listeners might grow from them and be as inspired by them as I am, because there is no better way to struggle than “together. As a psychologist, I am driven by curiosity to gain greater understanding of others, as we navigate our way through this “never perfect” life.
Episodes
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Puberty: The Beauty and the Struggle
After raising two daughters with allergies and working in the health and beauty industry for over 20 years, Kim Grustas founded Good For You Girls, the first…
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When you’re smarter than you think you are
Author Sasha Saidman knows what it’s like to have struggles with learning and to question your intelligence. As a person with dyslexia and a high school…
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Coexisting with Anxiety: Erika Derryberry
Thanks to a conversation about licorice with a dental tech, Dr. Beth got to hear a wonderful story about a young woman’s struggles with severe anxiety. This…
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ADHD Parenting: How Poor Planning Creates Unnecessary Stress
Today Dr. Beth attempts to get some free counseling from her listeners as she processes some recent parenting mistakes in her own family. She discussed some of…
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The Downside of Overfunctioning
Years ago, Beth came up with the term “Overfunctioner” and frequently talks about this with clients and friends who tend to overwork, overperform, do more than…
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Parenting Advice and Mistakes: Are you too Strict, too Lenient, or in the Middle?
Today Beth records a spontaneous podcast on parenting, and shares her own personal struggles with it, as well a couple of client examples. She summarizes the…
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Procrastination and Perfectionism: How they Relate
In this 10 minute episode, Beth shares a few examples of how perfectionism or overestimating a task/situation can lead to procrastination and all our nothing…
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An ADHD Man’s Journey of Writing a Best Selling Book
In his mid 40s, Jeff Barry, an “oops” baby, became passionate about his life story, the heroes and the villains he’d encountered, and the life lessons along…
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10 Tips for Better Nutrition from a Registered Dietitian with Ellie Paulauskaite, RDN
Today, Beth asks dietitian Ellie, Paulauskaite for her top 10 pieces of nutrition advice. Ellie provides some amazing and simple guidelines to help with a big…
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A Renewed Sense of Belonging after a Near Death Experience with Dr. Chad Prevost
Chad talks about his journey as an Enneagram Four and coming into his own as an adult, recognizing his tendencies and passions, and how they affected his…
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When Men Face their Pain: Abandonment issues, Attachment, issues, Trust issues, and God issues (with Matt Monahan)
Today Matt Monahan returns for another interview with Dr. Beth, following a great conversation on the Never Perfect Faith podcast on 6/20/24 entitled “Allowing…
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Teens take on mental health, social media, and self acceptance with Charlie and Emie
On today’s episode, Beth, interviews 2 brave and insightful teenagers (clients who are friends with eachother) who are willing to share their battles with…
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Launching Women into Sobriety with Scottie Bowman
Scottie Bowman is an entrepreneur and restaurant owner today, but 22 years ago, after beginning her recovery from alcohol and drug addiction, she developed a…
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When Changing the World, Age Does Not Matter
Sydney Guerette, founder of the Be The Change Youth Initiative, shares the reasons her family began a quest when she and her brother were teenagers of…
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Tuning Your Body: Embodiment and the Enneagram with Christy Bonner, LMFT, Certified Enneagram Teacher and Kat Smith, Certified Enneagram Teacher
Today the hosts of Enneagram + Yoga, Christy Bonner and Kat Smith, return to the show to discuss the unique challenges of different Enneagram types to tune…
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The Interplay Between the Nervous System and Anxiety
In this short episode, Beth attempts to explain the impact of the nervous system on anxiety levels. She describes the speeding up (the sympathetic process) and…
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When do you need inpatient treatment?
This episode is more of an informational discussion on inpatient treatment and intensive outpatient treatment, for those who need more than just standard…
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An introduction to autism with Brittanie Estes, MFT
In this episode, dr. Beth interviews Brittanee Estes, a marriage and family therapist, who deals with autism spectrum disorders and ADHD. Brittanie describes…
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Changing the world one step at a time
In this very short episode, Beth was so inspired immediately following a counseling session with a man in his late 60s that she wanted to record this podcast…
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Addiction and sponsorship: The Way Out of Self with Joe Timberlake
Today Joe Timberlake returns to Never Perfect for a conversation about addiction recovery and recovery (previous podcast, was called “The Journey to Good…
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Winning the Battle Against Shame and Perfectionism with Dr. Nic Colbert
In this episode, Physical therapist and former NFL player Nic Colbert shares his life story and mental health of battling depression from early childhood…
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No-Big-Deal Hospitality with Tiffany Dorizas
Tiffany Dorizas, wife and mother of 5 adolescents, has a refreshing perspective on hospitality, and takes a casual approach to having people over and gives…
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One Courageous Man’s Fight to Save His Marriage
In the second episode with Jason, a middle aged carpenter, he shares his story about being on the brink of divorce, and how he and his wife turned things…
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One Courageous Man’s Journey in Therapy
Part 1 with Jason, a middle aged carpenter: In this episode, he describes how he benefited from therapy as an adolescent, and again in adulthood. Growing up…
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Defining your differences with Kat Smith, Certified Enneagram Teacher
After a comical discussion about “dry January” and the health benefits of not drinking, Beth and Kat (certified Enneagram teacher and co-host of the Enneagram…
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Living with Nothing to Hide with Bethany Whitted, MS
Bethany Whitted, an expert in the psychology of organizations, team dynamics, leadership discusses authenticity and why it matters in individuals lives. She…
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The Benefits of having a Medical Cheerleader with Therese Parks RN, BSN, NC-BC
In this episode, Beth interviews nurse coach Therese Parks to find out the numerous benefits of meeting with a nurse coach, which seems to be a mix of having a…
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Personality Disorders: Vulnerable Narcissism
This is Beth’s long overdue podcast on the Cluster B Personality disorders, honing in specifically on a subtype of covert narcissism called “vulnerable…
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12 Reasons We Should Minimize Our Drinking
In this short episode, after Dr. Beth throws herself under the bus for some of her own unhealthy drinking habits, she shares some of the biggest reasons for…
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Training our Brains to Self Regulate with Kelsi Ray, BCN, MMFT
Kelsi Ray became a believer in the effectiveness of neurofeedback through the benefits she received personally — brain mapping and training led to such…
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Do you want to know your diagnosis?
Today, Dr. Beth is going to be talking about the advantages and disadvantages of knowing your diagnosis, that is, if you have one… She has been involved of…
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What Our Teens Wish we Believed and Said about Them with Jason Cha
We need to help the next generation and see their gifts, and to believe in them, often before they even see the best in themselves and have a positive…
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“Dear Anxious Mind” with Ella Green
Ella Green is a high school senior, who shares her story of anxiety, trauma, and loss as a “tween” and how multiple losses in her life crippled her and brought…
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A Journey to Good enough: A Recovery Story with Joe Timberlake
Joe Timberlake is a businessman and yoga instructor, who grew up with alcoholic father. He never felt good enough: his father was always critical and…
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How to Manage Unsolvable Relationship Issues and Perpetual Problems with Dr. Carol Stoney
Today Dr. Beth is thrilled to have relationship expert. Dr. Carol Stoney return to discuss the ongoing conflicts and struggles that all couples deal with. They…
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What is “Success?” With Artist AJ Azike
How do you define success ? Is it based on the money you make? Or status? or does it relate to finding a job that matches your gifts and passions? You have the…
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The Basics of OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder)
In this episode, Beth provides a basic description of OCD, using clinical examples and sharing her favorite ways to explain and understand OCD. Almost everyone…
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Asking Questions Can Reduce Social Anxiety
In this short episode, Dr. Beth talks about social anxiety, and how taking the spotlight off of yourself can reduce self consciousness and performance…
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How do you show your love?
In this short episode, Beth’s client “Allie”, a 30 year old, talks about the her different style of showing love than her partner. He is more expressive…
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The Aftermath of Split Second Decisions
Living in the moment, and seizing the day can be pretty amazing, but split second decisions can have uncomfortable or painful consequences. Spontaneity has…
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When Life Kicks your Butt: ADHD, Parenting, and Running on Empty (Burnout)
In this episode, Beth‘s client, Dana, shares her experience of growing up with very little emotional support from parents. Dana, now is a middle aged mother of…
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Cultural factors, Teens and Mental Health
In this episode, Beth interviews Mara, a recent high school graduate from China, and her mother about their experience of navigating Mara’s mental health…
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Bipolar disorder And Its Distinctive Manifestations
Bipolar disorder is often misunderstood and goes undiagnosed. It can be very tricky l because it manifests in unexpected ways in many cases. In this episode…
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ADHD, Unrealistic Expectations, Underestimating Yourself, and Trouble Prioritizing
Many people with Attention Deficit Disorder become overwhelmed and paralyzed because they overestimate tasks and underestimate themselves. Common struggles…
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The Impact of ADHD on Relationships
Beth was inspired to record this episode after a 45 year old woman with ADHD described her shame and guilt for being too angry and reactive with her 15 year…
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What people don’t say/know about Eating Disorders with Jojo Dupuy
Jojo is a recent high school graduate who courageously shares her story of recovery from a life-threatening eating disorder, including several…
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The Impact of Sleep, Exercise and Nutrition on Mental Health with Vicki Steine, DSc. LCSW
Vicki Steine is a licensed social worker, educator and nutritionist who believes that mental health and your ability to handle life’s stressors are affected by…
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How listening to others' stories and sharing your own builds empathy, understanding, and connection.
What if sharing stories about your life, on a regular basis, could build self-esteem and compassion, and reduce isolation and loneliness? What if children and…
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Genes, Environment, or Lifestyle: Which is strongest? With Suzannah Bozzone, MD
Dr. Susannah Bozzone is passionate about empowering patients to choose a lifestyle that optimizes their health and their genetic potential. She reminds us that…
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When your Teens Push Away
Do you feel as if your teenagers are pushing you away? Are they becoming more independent, private, pushing back, and leaving you out of more things? Do they…
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Self disclosure: Why it matters
This short episode addresses the following: Are you an open book or extremely private? Where are you on the spectrum of self disclosure and what are the…
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Discover your Gifts and Why they’re Important with Ben Van Winkle
Beth Capecchi believes that everyone is gifted and the types of intelligence are impossible to number. The good news is everyone is gifted, but the bad news is…
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Assertive communication: Straight talk
In this episode, Beth Capecchi talks about communication skills and how essential assertiveness is for healthy relationships and a healthy life. The majority…
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A Pediatrician’s Take on Kids and Technology with Dr. Allen Coffman
It’s exciting to welcome back Dr. Allen Coffman, a pediatrician full of great perspective and advice for parents navigating healthy boundaries and limits on…
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Making Amends: The Transitional Generation
In this episode, Beth interviews Phil, a 65-year-old who describes himself as a “hopeless mess “ from age 20 to 60 as a result of childhood trauma, low…
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Why Holidays Can Be Painful (and disappointing)
Are the holidays a time of celebration, togetherness, magic and hope, or are they times that bring a sense of dread and sadness? Loneliness and grief can…
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Are you tiptoeing around people or walking all over them?
To be honest, I hope that you’re not tiptoeing around people OR walking all over them. But unfortunately, many of us have an unhealthy dynamic with at least…
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Letting Others Learn from Your Pain
This episode is about using your story to help others. Specifically, sharing lessons learned from mistakes, regrets, tragedy, and lack of information. Those…
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How close are you to the edge of the cliff?
Beth encourages people to check in with themselves about how they’re doing and how close they are to the edge… Which might mean a nervous breakdown, a divorce…
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Blood Sugar: Things I Wish I’d Known Earlier
In this short episode, Beth outlines what she’s been learning from Therese Parks, a Wellness Nurse Coach, about blood sugar and glucose levels and the…