Kelly Poelker

Mental Illness vs. Mental Disorder: What’s the Difference? with Dr. Arcella Daniels

by Kelly Poelker | Oct 7, 2025 | Podcast

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Understanding mental illness vs. mental disorder can feel confusing. In this episode, Dr. Arcella Daniels explains the mental health continuum, why adjustment disorders are common, when to seek help, and how physical health and medications can impact symptoms—plus practical tips for finding the right therapist and using therapy proactively, not just in crisis.

Who Do I Talk To? Understanding Therapists, Counselors, Psychologists & Psychiatrists with Christina Kittstein

by Kelly Poelker | Sep 2, 2025 | Podcast

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Christina Kittstein explains the differences between therapists, counselors, psychologists, and psychiatrists—how to start, what to expect, and how to find the right fit.

What Is Mental Health? Self-Care vs. Self-Love with Christina Kittstein, LCPC, ATR-BC

by Kelly Poelker | Sep 2, 2025 | Podcast

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therapist and art therapist Christina Kittstein helps demystify the foundations: what we mean by mental health, how mental wellness fits in, and the real difference between self-care and self-love—especially when you’re struggling.

Posts by Kelly

Mental Illness vs. Mental Disorder: What’s the Difference? with Dr. Arcella Daniels

Who Do I Talk To? Understanding Therapists, Counselors, Psychologists & Psychiatrists with Christina Kittstein

What Is Mental Health? Self-Care vs. Self-Love with Christina Kittstein, LCPC, ATR-BC

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