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Life Is Hard Podcast

Life Is Hard Podcast

By: Dr. Nicole King & Dr. Jaclyn Gordon
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A psychology podcast that breaks the mold. Join Dr. Nicole King and Dr. Jaclyn Gordon for a show that goes beyond the usual self-help advice. Each episode is inspired by real questions from listeners and answered with the thoughtful, in-session feel of a real therapy conversation—just like you're in the room with us.


*DISCLAIMER: THIS PODCAST IS INTENDED FOR EDUCATIONAL AND ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY. IT IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR PROFESSIONAL MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES.*

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Episodes
  • Holidays Are Hard

    Holidays Are Hard
    Nov 26 2025

    Do you ever feel the pressure to "be happy" during the holiday season when you are actually really struggling? You're not alone!! The holidays can be very stressful, overwhelming, and distressing-- something that is felt universally but not talked about enough. On this episode of LIH, Dr. Nicole & Dr. Jackie break down many different reasons why the holidays can be hard and some ideas to help get you through it.

    *DISCLAIMER* THIS PODCAST IS INTENDED FOR EDUCATIONAL AND ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY. IT IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR PROFESSIONAL MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES.
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    25 mins
  • Perfectionism is Hard

    Perfectionism is Hard
    Oct 22 2025

    Do you struggle with perfectionism or perfectionistic traits? Do you find making mistakes very distressing? If so, this episode is for you! Dr. Nicole and Dr. Jackie break down all things perfectionism-- what it is, where it comes from, how it can show up, and how to treat it. They also do a mini-role play at the end of the episode where they demonstrate an evidenced- based technique your therapist might use to treat your perfectionism.

    *DISCLAIMER* THIS PODCAST IS INTENDED FOR EDUCATIONAL AND ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY. IT IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR PROFESSIONAL MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES.
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    28 mins
  • Approaches to Therapy Pt. 2

    Approaches to Therapy Pt. 2
    Oct 15 2025

    Dr. Nicole and Dr. Jackie received a question from a viewer asking to explain the different types of approaches to therapy. There are many different types of therapeutic modalities, but Dr. Nicole and Dr. Jackie focused on the 6 most popular approaches that they are the most knowledgeable about. Part 2 of this episode explains three widely used, dynamic techniques-- Psychodynamic, relational, and IFS.

    *DISCLAIMER* THIS PODCAST IS INTENDED FOR EDUCATIONAL AND ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY. IT IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR PROFESSIONAL MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES.
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    20 mins
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