Episode 8 - Interview with Dr. J.J. Kelly
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Dr. J.J. Kelly is a licensed clinical psychologist and emotional intelligence coach who specializes in Teens & Young Adults, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Joy. In this inspiring and in-depth conversation, we explore the realities of emotional health in today’s world. We discuss how to manage and regulate your emotions, how to understand and acknowledge what you feel, how to enhance relationships with others and yourself, and what real and authentic self-care practices look like. Dr. J.J. Kelly also talks about mental health awareness, mindfulness, secrets of self-love, self-appreciation, self-validation, and emotional intelligence.
Dr. Kelly was born in the Midwest but has practiced in Berkeley, CA for the last 16 years. She started her company, UnorthoDocs, Inc. as a punk alternative to traditional psychotherapy and mental health practices that favor group process, mentorship, peer-coaching, community outreach, laughter & love. Dr. Kelly is the author of number 1 Amazon bestseller "Holy Sh*t, My Kid Is Cutting!: The Complete Plan To Stop Self-Harm", and is working on her follow-up book "The Gifted 'Misfit': The Young Folx Guide To Unlocking Your Superpowers". J.J. is a proud resident of Oakland, California.
Find more about Dr. Kelly’s work here: https://www.drjjkelly.com/