Welcome to MxV! Meet your co-hosts, Mike Veny and Leanna Lee. We're freelancers and business owners from different backgrounds and industries who have one thing in common: our struggle with mental health. Together, we focus on long-term mental health management and practical business strategies to help you work better and live well. Every month, we offer support and actionable advice to help you develop healthy wellness habits, be more productive, and build a strong support network.
MxV Mental Wellness Podcast
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Welcome to MxV! Meet your co-hosts, Mike Veny and Leanna Lee. We're freelancers and business owners from different backgrounds and industries who have one thing in common: our struggle with mental health. Together, we focus on long-term mental health management and practical business strategies to help you work better and live well. Every month, we offer support and actionable advice to help you develop healthy wellness habits, be more productive, and build a strong support network.
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November 27, 2020
Therapy for Freelancers Part 3: Getting the most out of therapy
<p>What happens after you’ve figured out how to pay for therapy? In our final part of this series, and the final episode of 2020, Mike and Leanna discuss how to show up for and make the most of your therapy sessions.</p><p>In this episode, we cover:</p><ul><li style='font-weight:400;'>Why therapists aren’t there to fix you (and managing expectations)</li><li style='font-weight:400;'>Finding the right fit (personality type, communication style, etc.)</li><li style='font-weight:400;'>How to show up for your sessions and how therapy involves over time</li><li style='font-weight:400;'>Trusting the process!</li></ul><p> </p><p>Thanks so much for joining us this year! MxV will be back in early 2021 with a new season and some big announcements. So until then, take care and happy new year!</p><p> </p><p>Resources</p><p> </p><ul><li style='font-weight:400;'><a href='https://www.twochairs.com/blog/what-kind-of-therapist-do-i-need/'>Types of therapists</a> (blog by Two Chairs)</li><li style='font-weight:400;'><a href='https://bphc.hrsa.gov/about/index.html'>Federally Funded Health Centers website</a></li><li style='font-weight:400;'><a href='https://www.mikeveny.com/blog/mental-health-services-guide-plus-free-services'>Mike Veny’s Mental Health Guide (+ free services!)</a></li><li style='font-weight:400;'><a href='https://www.healthyplace.com/other-info/mental-illness-overview/free-mental-health-services-and-how-to-find-them'>Free mental health services</a> (Healthy Place)</li><li style='font-weight:400;'><a href='https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline'>SAMHSA National Helpline</a></li><li style='font-weight:400;'><a href='https://www.nimh.nih.gov/index.shtml'>National Institute of Mental Health</a></li><li style='font-weight:400;'><a href='https://www.mhanational.org/'>Mental Health America</a></li></ul><p></p>
October 20, 2020
Therapy for Freelancers Part 2: How to find and pay your therapist
<p>Therapy is such an important part of mental health management, but this year, it may seem like more of a luxury than a necessity. In our October episode, Mike and Leanna continue their discussion about why therapy is important for freelancers and self-employed workers, and how they can make it happen.</p><p>Part 2 of Therapy for Freelancers focuses on finding the right therapist...and paying them! Mike and Leanna walk share their own experiences with paying for therapy over the years and some tactics for finding the right type of mental health help for your budget and needs. </p><p>In this episode, we cover:</p><ul><li style='font-weight:400;'>Different kinds of therapy</li><li style='font-weight:400;'>Paying for therapy with and without insurance </li><li style='font-weight:400;'>Negotiating rates with your therapist</li><li style='font-weight:400;'>Other therapy options for self-employed (and people on a tight budget!)</li></ul><p>Don’t miss the final part of our 3-part series on therapy for freelancers next month as Mike and Leanna dive into how to get the most out of your therapy session!</p><p>Resources</p><ul><li style='font-weight:400;'><a href='https://www.twochairs.com/blog/what-kind-of-therapist-do-i-need/'>Types of therapists</a> (blog by Two Chairs)</li><li style='font-weight:400;'><a href='https://bphc.hrsa.gov/about/index.html'>Federally Funded Health Centers website</a></li><li style='font-weight:400;'><a href='https://www.mikeveny.com/blog/mental-health-services-guide-plus-free-services'>Mike Veny’s Mental Health Guide (+ free services!)</a></li><li style='font-weight:400;'><a href='https://www.healthyplace.com/other-info/mental-illness-overview/free-mental-health-services-and-how-to-find-them'>Free mental health services</a> (Healthy Place)</li><li style='font-weight:400;'><a href='https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline'>SAMHSA National Helpline</a></li><li style='font-weight:400;'><a href='https://www.nimh.nih.gov/index.shtml'>National Institute of Mental Health</a></li><li style='font-weight:400;'><a href='https://www.mhanational.org/'>Mental Health America</a></li></ul><p> </p>
September 4, 2020
Therapy for Freelancers Part 1: Why you need it!
<p>We know that therapy can be expensive and complicated, and a good therapist is hard to find, but it’s SO important to have consistent, professional mental health support as a freelancer, especially if you have mental health challenges.</p><p>In this 3-part series, we’re really going to examine what freelancers can get out of therapy and HOW they can get the right support, even on a budget or without insurance.</p><p>In this episode, Mike and Leanna Lee discuss why freelancers should consider therapy...and what it can do for your business. </p><p>Be sure to listen all the way till the end for a very important insight that will help you grow your business.</p>
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