From Both Sides Of The Couch with Dr. Laurie Bruce

Episode 60: Staying Calm With Intense Clients

Are you a therapist, coach, or teacher? This episode is for you. Today, we’re talking about regulating our own emotions, noticing our level of burnout, and staying steady and compassionate as we support emotionally intense or dysregulated clients.
 
Join me, Dr. Laurie Bruce, your clinical psychologist and mindfulness coach, as we explore why tending to our own emotional needs matters, what drives emotional intensity and behavioral reactions, and how those responses unfold when someone is overwhelmed.
 
And before you dive in, take a moment to honor yourself. Your work is hard and deeply human, and you show up anyway. Remember, their intensity isn’t personal — it’s a sign of how much they’re carrying.
 
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Dr. Laurie Bruce is a clinical psychologist and mindfulness coach. She received her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology in 2000. Her expertise is in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), which is a treatment that combines both traditional cognitive and behavioral strategies with Eastern Mindfulness practices. She is also a Certified Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapist and completed a year-long intensive training through the Integrative Psychiatry Institute. She’s passionate about the safe, legal, and ethical use of psychedelic medicines to help address trauma, mood, and anxiety disorders and for personal and spiritual development. 
 
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#TherapistLife #MindfulnessCoach #EmotionalRegulation

Episode 59: Healing Anxious Attachment: 5 Steps to Build a Secure Attachment Style

What are the ways you’re tending to your attachment wounds? Today, we continue our series on attachment styles by exploring how healing is possible and how we can move toward a more secure attachment.
Join me, Dr. Laurie Bruce, as we walk through five strategies you can begin practicing daily: attunement, nervous system soothing, imagery, co-regulation, and validation. Small, repeated steps that gently rewire us toward safety.
Because anxious attachment lives in the nervous system, and creating change takes time, patience, and compassionate work.
 
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Dr. Laurie Bruce is a clinical psychologist and mindfulness coach. She received her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology in 2000. Her expertise is in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), which is a treatment that combines both traditional cognitive and behavioral strategies with Eastern Mindfulness practices. She is also a Certified Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapist and completed a year-long intensive training through the Integrative Psychiatry Institute. She’s passionate about the safe, legal, and ethical use of psychedelic medicines to help address trauma, mood, and anxiety disorders and for personal and spiritual development. 
 
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#SecureAttachment #AnxiousAttachment #HealingAttachmentWounds
 

Episode 58: Anxious Attachment Explained: How It Impacts Your Relationships

Hey beloved! In today’s episode of From Both Sides Of The Couch, we’re starting a new series by unpacking a topic that’s been everywhere on social media lately: attachment styles — with a focus on anxious attachment.
 
Join me, Dr. Laurie Bruce, clinical psychologist and mindfulness coach, as we look at the early research on attachment and explore real client stories about anxious attachment. We’ll dive into why this pattern develops and the 8 signs that an adult may be experiencing it.
 
And remember, anxious attachment is not the same as anxiety, and it doesn’t mean you’re flawed or broken. There’s no room for blame or shame here. Naming it is meant to empower you, not label you, so you can create healthier, more supportive changes in your life.
 
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Dr. Laurie Bruce is a clinical psychologist and mindfulness coach. She received her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology in 2000. Her expertise is in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), which is a treatment that combines both traditional cognitive and behavioral strategies with Eastern Mindfulness practices. She is also a Certified Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapist and completed a year-long intensive training through the Integrative Psychiatry Institute. She’s passionate about the safe, legal, and ethical use of psychedelic medicines to help address trauma, mood, and anxiety disorders and for personal and spiritual development. 
 
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#AttachmentStyles #AnxiousAttachment #PsychologyTalk 

Episode 57: Stop Self-Sabotage: Recognize It and Rise Above

Hi there, friends! Have you ever wondered if some of the struggles in your life might be rooted in your own patterns? In this episode of From Both Sides Of The Couch, we’re talking about self-sabotage—what it truly means and the strategies that can help prevent it from quietly shaping your life.
 
Join me, Dr. Laurie Bruce, your friendly clinical psychologist and mindfulness coach, as we explore the definition of self-sabotage, the ways people unknowingly engage in it, and how these behaviors limit the way we show up in the world.
 
There’s a fine line between healthily celebrating ourselves and slipping into self-sabotage. When we increase our awareness of the behaviors that work against us, we create more space to shift, grow, and choose differently.
 
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Dr. Laurie Bruce is a clinical psychologist and mindfulness coach. She received her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology in 2000. Her expertise is in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), which is a treatment that combines both traditional cognitive and behavioral strategies with Eastern Mindfulness practices. She is also a Certified Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapist and completed a year-long intensive training through the Integrative Psychiatry Institute. She’s passionate about the safe, legal, and ethical use of psychedelic medicines to help address trauma, mood, and anxiety disorders and for personal and spiritual development. 
 
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#SelfSabotage #MindfulnessPractice #EmotionalAwareness 
 

Episode 56: How to Manage Your Emotions: Healthy Coping Skills for Anxiety, Anger & Overwhelm

Hey friends! Do you ever lash out when you’re anxious or angry, only to regret it afterward? You might be needing healthier coping skills. In this episode of From Both Sides Of The Couch, we’ll unpack dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) with the goal of helping you understand how to use DBT skills effectively.
 
Join me, Dr. Laurie Bruce, as we talk through the four DBT modules, how long the process usually takes, and how to know when it’s time to lean on these skills. Building healthy coping skills is a gradual, compassionate process that moves through different stages before you truly start to notice change.
 
Recognize your progress and remember that everyone’s journey looks different. There’s no right or wrong here—just the commitment to honoring your own process.
 
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Dr. Laurie Bruce is a clinical psychologist and mindfulness coach. She received her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology in 2000. Her expertise is in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), which is a treatment that combines both traditional cognitive and behavioral strategies with Eastern Mindfulness practices. She is also a Certified Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapist and completed a year-long intensive training through the Integrative Psychiatry Institute. She’s passionate about the safe, legal, and ethical use of psychedelic medicines to help address trauma, mood, and anxiety disorders and for personal and spiritual development. 
 
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Website: https://www.drlauriebruce.com/ 
  
#DBTSkills #EmotionalRegulation #CopingSkills

Episode 55: Change Your Words, Change Your Power: Speak With Intention And Strength

Hey friends! Have you ever noticed how certain words can make you feel small—losing your power even before the conversation begins? In this episode of From Both Sides Of The Couch, we’ll explore why one of the most powerful tools for emotional intelligence lies in the words we use every day.
 
Join me, Dr. Laurie Bruce, your clinical psychologist and mindfulness coach, as we talk about how mindful communication can move you from powerlessness to clarity. I’ll be sharing five simple yet impactful shifts that can help you strengthen self-empowerment through language.
 
We’re here to pay attention and respond with intention. It’s our responsibility to frame our lives and set boundaries with honesty and compassion. Because small shifts in the way we speak can create big transformations in how we live.
 
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Dr. Laurie Bruce is a clinical psychologist and mindfulness coach. She received her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology in 2000. Her expertise is in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), which is a treatment that combines both traditional cognitive and behavioral strategies with Eastern Mindfulness practices. She is also a Certified Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapist and completed a year-long intensive training through the Integrative Psychiatry Institute. She’s passionate about the safe, legal, and ethical use of psychedelic medicines to help address trauma, mood, and anxiety disorders and for personal and spiritual development. 
 
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#MindfulCommunication #EmotionalIntelligence #SelfEmpowerment 

Episode 54: Overachieving: When Success Isn’t Enough, Finding Peace Beyond Achievement

Are you always striving to be better, stronger, faster—just more of everything?
Hey friends! In this episode of From Both Sides Of The Couch, we’ll talk about why so many of us still don’t feel “enough” despite the hustle and hard work, and why trying harder isn’t the real solution.
Join me, Dr. Laurie Bruce, as we explore why striving and overachieving rarely bring the peace, joy, and fulfillment we’re seeking. We’ll also uncover how our childhood experiences shape the way we think as adults and dive into the three powerful questions that can help you find true peace and meaning in your life.
 
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Dr. Laurie Bruce is a clinical psychologist and mindfulness coach. She received her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology in 2000. Her expertise is in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), which is a treatment that combines both traditional cognitive and behavioral strategies with Eastern Mindfulness practices. She is also a Certified Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapist and completed a year-long intensive training through the Integrative Psychiatry Institute. She’s passionate about the safe, legal, and ethical use of psychedelic medicines to help address trauma, mood, and anxiety disorders and for personal and spiritual development. 
 
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#OvercomingPerfectionism #SelfCompassion #InnerPeace 

Episode 53: How to Overcome Guilt and Shame: Psychology and Practical Healing Advice

Hey friends! Do you ever find yourself weighed down by guilt or regret for things in the past? In today’s episode of From Both Sides Of The Couch, we’ll explore the difference between guilt and shame and learn practical ways to move through both with compassion.
 
Join me as we unpack why these emotions, though uncomfortable, are necessary parts of being human. We’ll also talk about how to recognize when guilt or shame is appropriate and when it’s not.
 
Sometimes, healing takes repetition. So if what you need is to keep practicing self-care again and again, do it. Slow down, breathe, and let the waves of emotion move through you. Change begins within.
 
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Dr. Laurie Bruce is a clinical psychologist and mindfulness coach. She received her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology in 2000. Her expertise is in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), which is a treatment that combines both traditional cognitive and behavioral strategies with Eastern Mindfulness practices. She is also a Certified Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapist and completed a year-long intensive training through the Integrative Psychiatry Institute. She’s passionate about the safe, legal, and ethical use of psychedelic medicines to help address trauma, mood, and anxiety disorders and for personal and spiritual development. 
 
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#OvercomingGuilt #ShameAndGuilt #MindfulnessPractice
 

Episode 52: The Words Left Unsaid: Healing and Closure Through Letters

Hey friends! Do you have something deeply important you wish you could tell someone, but can’t seem to find the right words? In today’s episode, we’re exploring a powerful therapeutic tool called “The Letter You’re Never Going to Send.”
 
Join me, Dr. Laurie Bruce, as we dive into experiential therapy—why expressing your feelings can be deeply healing, and why sometimes it’s safer not to hear the other person’s response.
 
The truth is, the only way through grief is through it. Not everyone deserves to hear your truth, even when it’s worth saying. Writing a letter allows you to release what’s been held inside. It might hurt, but through compassion and space, you can find peace.
 
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Dr. Laurie Bruce is a clinical psychologist and mindfulness coach. She received her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology in 2000. Her expertise is in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), which is a treatment that combines both traditional cognitive and behavioral strategies with Eastern Mindfulness practices. She is also a Certified Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapist and completed a year-long intensive training through the Integrative Psychiatry Institute. She’s passionate about the safe, legal, and ethical use of psychedelic medicines to help address trauma, mood, and anxiety disorders and for personal and spiritual development. 
 
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#ExperientialTherapy #HealingThroughWriting #GriefHealing

Episode 51: Adult ADHD Explained: What It’s Really Like to Be Diagnosed at 40

Hey everyone! In this episode, I’m joined by Russ Jones, the ADHD Big Brother, for an insightful conversation about what life with ADHD really looks like, especially for those diagnosed later in life, in their 40s. Russ also shares his personal journey of finding purpose through podcasting and building a supportive community.
Together, we’ll explore why it’s so important to recognize the signs of ADHD in childhood, the powerful role community plays in wellbeing, and what it means to live with the “now or not now” brain. We’ll also unpack the realities of life with ADHD beyond the expectations of “normie culture.”
Remember, ADHD isn’t laziness. It’s a different way of processing the world. And sometimes, the most powerful change begins with the smallest steps forward.
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Russ Jones helps simplify the complicated aspects of this self-regulation disorder, offers easy-to-adopt solutions, and provides the necessary accountability to ensure you follow through on those solutions. He’s an educator at heart, and an entertainer by nature. He learned about his own ADHD, his co-morbid depression, and his other fun co-morbidities later in his life after a series of life-changing events. Having studied for years, working with numerous professionals, trying and failing many approaches while navigating his own life, he now knows what actually works and offers that to you. He is trained as an integrative wellness coach and also educated on ADHD-specific coaching.
 
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/russjones-ca/ 
Visit his website: https://www.adhdbigbrother.com/ 
 
Dr. Laurie Bruce is a clinical psychologist and mindfulness coach. She received her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology in 2000. Her expertise is in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), which is a treatment that combines both traditional cognitive and behavioral strategies with Eastern Mindfulness practices. She is also a Certified Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapist and completed a year-long intensive training through the Integrative Psychiatry Institute. She’s passionate about the safe, legal, and ethical use of psychedelic medicines to help address trauma, mood, and anxiety disorders and for personal and spiritual development. 
 
Follow her socials:
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurie-bruce-psy-d-0201277/ 
 
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#ADHDAwareness #LifeWithADHD #MentalHealthMatters