Shrink Wrapped dives into the real, messy, sometimes hilarious side of mental health- no toxic positivity, no sugarcoating, and zero judgment. Hosted by Michelle, a counselor’s daughter with a mic and a low tolerance for BS, the show breaks down mental health (think anxiety, trauma, burnout, relationships, neurodivergence, addiction, and more) in a way that actually makes sense. Expect honest conversations, guided journaling, DSM dives, and dark humor for people who’ve cried in their car, side-eyed self-help books, or stress-ate pizza in the name of self-care.
What got in your way today, and how did you handle it? In this guided journal episode, we’re reflecting on the obstacles, setbacks, and unexpected bullshit that threw the day off course. Using the prompt, “What obstacles did I face today, and how did I overcome them? If I didn’t, what can I do differently next time?” we’ll explore our reactions, coping strategies, problem-solving, and what we can learn when things don’t go according to plan. Because growth isn’t handling everything perfectly, it’s figuring out what happened and what you want to do differently next time.
Join us on the O'Neil Counseling app here: https://www.oneilcounseling.com/app-landing-page (https://www.oneilcounseling.com/app-landing-page)
8 Oct 2026
Episode 74: Error 404: Comfort Zone Not Found (The One Where Michelle Talks About "Do The Scary Thing First, Be Scared Later)
What if waiting to feel ready is actually making the scary thing scarier? In this episode, we’re talking about anxiety, avoidance, overthinking, and why anticipation can turn one uncomfortable task into a three-week psychological hostage situation. We’ll explore how avoidance reinforces fear, why confidence often comes after action, not before, and how to move forward even when your nervous system is screaming, “ABSOLUTELY NOT.” You don’t have to stop being scared. Sometimes, you just have to do the scary thing first.
Join us on the O'Neil Counseling app here: https://www.oneilcounseling.com/app-landing-page (https://www.oneilcounseling.com/app-landing-page)
1 Oct 2026
Episode 73: The Maintenance Episode (The One Where Michelle Talks About Acts of Self Care)
Self-care is more than bubble baths, scented candles, and pretending mozzarella sticks are a coping strategy. In this episode of Shrink Wrapped, we're breaking down what self-care actually looks like and why it matters for your mental health. From managing stress and preventing burnout to setting boundaries, improving relationships, making time for creativity, and finding joy again, we're exploring realistic ways to care for yourself without turning wellness into another exhausting to-do list. Because taking care of yourself isn't selfish, and you shouldn't have to completely fall apart before you finally decide you deserve some attention, too.
Join us on the O'Neil Counseling app here: https://www.oneilcounseling.com/app-landing-page (https://www.oneilcounseling.com/app-landing-page)
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172,980
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Spotify
5.0 / 5
7 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 59 / 100
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YouTube
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