The Podcast
In Theory & Practice demystifies therapy a bit by explaining theories that guide talk therapy as well as what working within that theory might look like in a session.
In each episode Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Birch Cooper (LMHC-D) invites you into his Manhattan office for a few minutes of theory. He is then joined by two New York City stand-up comedians that share a personal story about the episode’s theme: leadership, motivation or change.
Other reoccurring segments include inspiring stories by Stacey, and a rant about a relatable frustration coupled with helpful intervention.
Our first three episodes on Leadership, Motivation and Change will be released in October of 2026. Additional episodes will be added as scheduling permits.
In Theory & Practice: Promo
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In Theory & Practice: Leadership
In this episode Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Birch Cooper (LMHC-D) welcomes you to his Manhattan office to share how he works with individuals in leadership roles. He begins by going over a few minutes of theory including decision making as a spectrum, followed by elaborating on three leadership styles and then illustrates how the styles can be contrasted when leaders are feeling overwhelmed or stuck.
He is joined by Ayanna Dookie and Anthony Moore from New York's stand-up comedy scene, and the episode is closed out with an inspiring story by Stacey as well as a segment that pairs a relatable frustration coupled with helpful intervention.
In Theory & Practice: Motivation
After welcoming you to his Manhattan office, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Birch Cooper (LMHC-D) shares theories, foundations and some tips on staying motivated while working toward long-term goals.
He is joined by New York City stand-up comedian Nore Davis and improv comedian Molly Ledbetter who both share a personal story about motivation. Stacey narrates an inspiring story, followed by our segment that pairs a relatable frustration with an actual, therapeutic intervention. The episode is closed out with Birch returning to share some reflections that may be useful when trying to get started or while working toward a long-term goal.
In Theory & Practice: Change
Welcome to Licensed Mental Health Counselor Birch Cooper's Manhattan office where he shares a foundational theory on the stages and process of change. After a few minutes of theory, he is joined by New York City, stand-up comedians Chanel Ali and TaTa Sherise who each share a personal story about change. Stacey will narrate an inspiring story for her, "Sincerely, Stacey." segment and a relatable frustration will be shared along with a helpful therapeutic intervention that helps one seek out, witness and remember the daily kindness of others.