Del Ray Psychologist Launches Podcast On Mental Health

ALEXANDRIA, VA — A psychologist and co-owner of Del Ray Psych & Wellness announced the launch of a new podcast called "Why Does This Keep Happening To Me?"

Dr. Eleni Boosalis, a clinical psychologist, focuses on how listeners can break unhealthy patterns in their lives and help others live healthy lives. The series features lessons based on personal stories and conversations with survivors, thrivers and experts.

The title of the podcast is derived from a question she has heard from therapy clients and others. In a video explaining the new series, Boosalis said people find themselves "stuck" in unhealthy patterns, whether it be in relationships, careers, or friendships. She said the series seeks to destigmatize mental illness, help people feel connected, and inspire people as they're faced with various sources of anxiety.

"As I have traveled the path of healing myself and others, I began to realize that there were common themes and lessons coming up over and over again," said Boosalis in a statement. "I want this podcast to be a platform to share these lessons and inspire people to break toxic patterns in their lives. My hope is that each story can help someone live with more ease and understanding that they are not alone."

Five episodes have been released as part of the podcast launch. One of the episodes involves a survivor discussing how she came out of a domestic violence situation, while another shared a story of sobriety. The "Recovering Drama Queens" episode features Boosalis and others discussing breaking a pattern of creating drama in their lives.

New episodes will be released twice a month. Listeners can find the podcast and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher and other places where podcasts appear. Closed captioning for podcast episodes is provided on the Del Ray Psych & Wellness YouTube channel.

Previews of episodes will be shared through Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube, and listeners will have the chance to connect with Boosalis through these social media channels.

Here are the podcasts available so far:

• Episode 1: Facing your Fears with Dr. Lauren Fisher
• Episode 2: Surviving Domestic Violence with Smita Chand
• Episode 3: Change Your Beliefs, Change Your Life with Dr. B
• Episode 4: Does This Belong In Your Suitcase with Dr. B
• Episode 5: Recovered Drama Queens with Danielle Reynolds
• Episode 6: New episode to be released on Nov. 24

Del Ray Psych & Wellness opened in 2018 at 1900 Mount Vernon Avenue. The owners, Boosalis and Dr. Lauren Fisher, are clinical psychologists, and the business includes other wellness professionals.