Rachel Whipple Blogg, LCSW, PA

01/16/2026

Being hard on yourself doesn’t build confidence.

It erodes it—quietly, slowly, like water wearing down stone.

That inner heckler doesn’t motivate. It exhausts.

🎧 Hear the full story and reflection on the podcast

YouTube: https://youtu.be/KJqINQpFv9o

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5AtTDmEMJvsimpIPvNUUfe?si=it3XE_3LSuGOAkTwL9ljMA&nd=1&dlsi=62d2f8db3668491c

The podcast content is intended for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice.

01/16/2026

In this solo episode, Rachel Blogg explores Depersonalization and Derealization Disorder (DPDR), an experience that leaves many people feeling disconnected from themselves or from the world around them—and often misunderstood by the mental health system.

Rachel breaks down what DPDR actually is, including the difference between depersonalization and derealization, and why these symptoms are frequently misdiagnosed or minimized. She explains why DPDR is not a personal failure or a mindset problem, but a nervous system response rooted in trauma and chronic stress.

Rachel also discusses why finding the right support matters so much when it comes to healing. She shares why many therapists are not trained to treat dissociation, what makes trauma-informed care essential, and how approaches like DBT can help regulate symptoms and restore a sense of safety in the body.

Throughout the episode, Rachel offers reassurance, clarity, and hope—reminding listeners that they are not crazy, not broken, and not alone, and that healing from DPDR is possible with the right understanding and support.

The podcast content is intended for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice.

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In this solo episode, Rachel Blogg explores Depersonalization and Derealization Disorder (DPDR), an experience that leaves many people feeling disconnected from themselves or from the world around them—and often misunderstood by the mental health system. Rachel breaks down what DPDR actually is, i...

01/14/2026

What if the voice in your head didn’t criticize you—but supported you instead?

In this episode, I’m talking about negative self-talk, self-blame, and the ways we’re often our own harshest critics. I share why constantly tearing yourself down doesn’t create growth, and how learning to respond to yourself with compassion can completely change the healing process.

Through both therapy insights and personal experience, we explore how creating a safe inner space allows real change to happen—without shame, pressure, or punishment.

If you’ve been stuck in cycles of self-criticism, this episode is a reminder that kindness toward yourself isn’t letting yourself off the hook—it’s how you move forward.

🎧 Listen to the full episode

YouTube: https://youtu.be/KJqINQpFv9o

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5AtTDmEMJvsimpIPvNUUfe?si=it3XE_3LSuGOAkTwL9ljMA&nd=1&dlsi=62d2f8db3668491c

The podcast content is intended for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice.

01/09/2026

Did you know this about anxiety?

01/07/2026

How do you speak to yourself?

01/05/2026

If your therapist never talks about breath, grounding, or your vagus nerve, they might not be the right fit for DPDR. DBT isn’t just for emotion regulation—it has practical skills that help with emotional overload, spiraling thoughts, and grounding back into your body.

TIPP, paced breathing, wise mind, self-soothe, and observing without judgment can reduce DPDR intensity and fear. Not a cure on its own, but a powerful tool in your treatment plan.

The podcast content is intended for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice.

01/05/2026

Motivation Monday for you!

01/02/2026

Feeling disconnected from yourself or the world? That’s DPDR talking, and it’s not your fault. This isn’t about mindset—it’s your nervous system trying to protect you. With a clinician who understands dissociation, reconnection and healing are possible. You’re not alone, and you’re not broken.

The podcast content is intended for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice.

01/02/2026

A few things I say in my private practice

01/01/2026

Get ready for flight #2026

12/31/2025

Ever feel disconnected from yourself—or like the world around you doesn’t feel real? If that hits close to home, this episode is for you.

In this solo episode, Rachel dives into Depersonalization & Derealization Disorder (DPDR)—what it really is, why it’s so often misunderstood, and why so many people struggle to get the right support. She breaks down the difference between depersonalization and derealization, explains why DPDR is a nervous system response (not a mindset problem), and why trauma-informed care can change everything.

You’ll also learn why many therapists aren’t trained to treat dissociation, how tools like DBT can help regulate symptoms, and what questions to ask when searching for a therapist who truly understands DPDR.

Most importantly, this episode is a reminder: you are not crazy, you are not broken, and healing is possible with the right support.

🎧 Listen now and share with someone who needs this today.

The podcast content is intended for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice.

12/29/2025

Labeling anxiety lowers panic.
3 things you see.
2 things you touch.
1 sound you hear.
Back to the what is.

The podcast content is intended for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice.