Hosted by Natalie Hartney LPC, survivor in childhood and thriver in life, Bad Childhood by The Optimistic Therapist is an interactive mental health podcast that explores the twists, turns, terrors and triumphs of being a child in chaos. Among personal stories of mystery, lies, and a potential spy, you'll hear unreserved therapeutic insights from a licensed professional who's been through it all. With a new trigger warning each episode, we'll expertly broach topics like extreme emotions, self esteem, and relationship dynamics. Our 'Things Therapists Know' segment will explore how to reframe your own bad past in healthy and helpful ways. Therapy is expensive, listening is free! NEW EPISODES available every other Wednesday morning.