
Podcast by Alyssa Wright

Podcast by Alyssa Wright

27 February 2026
In this episode of What's the Fucking Point, we begin the journey of unpacking ways to sustain action when the world feels overwhelming, scary, and uncertain. This season 2 opener brings up topics around community building, making action a necessary part of living in this world, and turning inward when uncertainty is so loud.
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Disclaimer: The content in this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for individualized mental health treatment. Although I am a licensed mental health professional, I am not your therapist, and this podcast does not establish a therapeutic relationship. If you are in need of mental health support, please seek the care of a qualified therapist in your area. If you are in crisis, please call your local emergency number or the National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988.
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15 November 2025
In this episode, we stare directly into the existential dread of modern dating and then dare to find hope inside it. If you’ve ever wondered why you’re still putting on real pants for strangers, downloading to just undownload another dating app, or trying to stay calm as all your triggers get magnified, this conversation is for you.
Drawing from a grounded, therapeutic lens, we explore why dating feels so exhausting, how we all burnout, and what it actually means to show up with integrity, self-compassion, and curiosity. We talk about reframing connection, finding your unique flow of energy, and how to take a new perspective with modern dating.
Because despite the chaos, the ghosting, and the emotional rollercoaster of hoping you will finally find someone who gives you those lasting butterflies, there is a point. There is growth. And there is a way to date that doesn’t require abandoning yourself.
This episode is both a reality check and a love letter to anyone who’s still trying. Hope isn’t naive or silly, it’s a practice. And dating, believe it or not, can still be a place where that practice actually matters.
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18 October 2025
Divorce can feel like the end of everything you thought you knew: your relationship, your identity, your plans for the future. But what if it’s also the beginning of something more honest, more grounded, and more you? In this episode of What’s the Fucking Point, we dive into the messy, painful, and sometimes liberating process of finding hope after divorce.
We talk about the grief that comes with loss, the support found in the chosen family, and the quiet power of rebuilding when the dust settles. This isn’t about pretending it’s all okay. It’s about learning to hold both the heartbreak and the possibility. Whether you’re in the middle of a breakup, years past it, or supporting someone through theirs, this conversation is about reclaiming your story, your worth, and your hope — even when life doesn’t look like you thought it would.
Because sometimes the fucking point... is starting over and finally finding yourself.
Our guest today is Jess Grant and she is a therapist who specializes in helping individuals navigate many life transitions and struggles such as trauma, perinatal care, and women transitioning in relationships and with their bodies. She is a trained EMDR therapist and also hosts many trainings for other therapists. Drawing from both professional expertise and lived experience, Jess offers a grounded, compassionate perspective on healing, growth, and rediscovering self-trust after major life transitions. She is growing her practice and will be starting a group practice, Cultivate & Connect, so if you are in need of a therapist and are located in Colorado, please reach out to Jess!
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21 September 2025
In this episode of What’s the Fucking Point, we dive into the transformative practice of reparenting through the lens of Internal Family Systems (IFS) or "parts work". We explore what it means to tend to the younger, wounded parts of ourselves with compassion, curiosity, and care—and how this process can unlock a deeper sense of wholeness and hope. Whether you’re a therapist, healer, or simply someone navigating your own inner world, this conversation shines a light on how honoring our parts and building an inner secure base can lead to profound healing and self-trust.
Places you can find therapists!
In the United States and other Countries you can go to Psychology Today and place your criteria that you would want in a therapist and the site will give you options of providers in your area: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us
If you are in Colorado, my practice Integrated Counseling and Wellness is taking new clients, accepts insurance and can see anyone in the state of Colorado virtually and in person. Go to our website to learn more! www.integratedwellnessfc.com
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14 September 2025
In this episode of What’s the Fucking Point, we dive into the ancient yet deeply relevant practice of Circle Work and the transformative power of community when navigating life’s hardest moments. Circles remind us that hope is not built in isolation, it’s sustained through witness, connection, and shared humanity. Together, we explore how intentional gathering can soften despair, hold complexity, and ignite a collective sense of possibility.
About Our Guest:
Carrie Haynes, LPC, is a psychotherapist, educator, and facilitator with more than two decades of experience guiding individuals and groups. Her career has included private practice, directing group services at Colorado State University’s Counseling Center, and teaching counseling and psychology at CSU and the University of Northern Colorado.
Carrie has spent much of her career mentoring therapists and healing professionals in the art of group facilitation, blending her clinical background with a deep respect for the human need for connection and belonging.
Today, she leads retreats, trainings, and mentorship programs that integrate psychology with soulful, embodied group experiences. Her work helps professionals cultivate confidence and presence while offering participants the chance to experience the profound healing that emerges in community.
She can be found at: https://carriehayneslpc.com/ and see all of her offers to learn and experience Circles with her and others!
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24 August 2025
In this episode of What’s the Fucking Point, we dive into the messy, complicated, and sometimes beautiful intersection of spirituality and emotional expression. We’ll explore how different spiritual practices can open the door to actually feeling our feelings—grief, anger, joy, all of it—and how that process can lead us toward hope in the here and now. This isn’t about quick fixes or bypassing pain with good vibes only; it’s about finding real, grounded meaning through spiritual connection, even when life feels like chaos.
Content Note: This episode includes discussion of spirituality, religion, and personal emotional journeys. We also briefly discuss domestic violence. For some, these topics may feel sensitive or triggering, especially if you’ve experienced spiritual or religious harm. Please take care of yourself as you listen and pause if you need to.
Resources:
To find more of what Alex/Alexi (she/they) is up to, please visit their Instagram @oftheriver. She offers free tarot spreads, opportunities to join women circles, and is taking new therapy clients in Washington and Colorado.
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