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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
  • Getting Into Grad School is Hard
    Mar 25 2026

    Curious about how grad school for psychology works? Thinking about possibly starting a career in the mental health field? Need help getting into grad school? Don't even know where to begin? This episode is for you!! Guest Dr. Jenn Gittleman joins Dr. Nicole and Dr. Jackie to discuss all things graduate school in the field of psychology. Dr. Jenn runs Psychology Doctoral Consultants, a company that supports people throughout the process of applying for graduate programs.

    Resources:

    Psychdoctoralconsultants@gmail.com
    psychologydoctoralconsultants.com

    *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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    1 hr and 2 mins
  • Starting a Private Practice is Hard
    Feb 4 2026

    We are excited to bring on our first guest- Maya Topitzer- to the podcast for this informative conversation about the most important business elements to think about when starting a private practice! Maya is the founder of Breksey, a company that helps therapists manage the business and administrative side of running a practice. Tune in to hear insights from Dr. Nicole and Dr. Jackie, who both run their own practices, and learn all about what Breksey can help you out with!

    *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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    36 mins
  • Parenting Is Hard
    Jan 5 2026

    Parenting is the hardest job in the world, and we're here to help! Tune in to this episode to learn some parenting tips, tricks, and scripts from two licensed psychologists who specialize in working with children & parents.

    *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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    34 mins
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