Welcome to the very first episode of This Way In!

In this kickoff conversation, co-hosts Brittney Baxter Dameron (a licensed mental health therapist) and Amy Lotsberg (curious podcaster, everyday human, and your resident “lay person translator”) share how this show came to life and what you can expect as we move forward.

We talk about:

· How a ghost-themed podcast sparked a whole new collaboration.

· Brittney’s background in trauma therapy, EMDR, and ego state/parts work.

· Why Amy wanted to bring a “regular person perspective” to big, complex mental health concepts.

· The unique woo-friendly approach we’ll take to exploring mental health, intuition, and everyday wellbeing.

· Future plans: deep dives into “parts of self,” TV and movie breakdowns (Shrinking, anyone?), listener Q&As, and guest conversations.

· Why sometimes the best ideas hit at 4 a.m. or while playing video games.

This episode is lighthearted, a little rambling (in the best way), and sets the stage for a podcast that mixes practical psychology with curiosity, humor, and real talk.

Resources Mentioned

US Crisis Line: Call or text 988 for 24/7 free support.

UK Crisis Line: Call 116 123 or text SHOUT to 85258.

Subscribe now so you don’t miss our upcoming episodes—we’ll be releasing every two weeks. And if you have questions you’d love us to explore, send them our way.

Chapter Markers

00:16 – Disclaimer & Crisis Resources

01:08 – Meet Amy & Brittney

03:10 – What Is Parts Work?

05:39 – Inspiration & Creativity

09:00 – Real Talk: ADHD, Autism & Half-Burgers

12:15 – From Freud to Looney Tunes

14:18 – What Makes This Show Different

17:18 – What’s Ahead

21:11 – Closing & Resources

Episode links:

Visit us at: https://www.thiswayinpodcast.com

Leave us a voicemail at: https://www.podpage.com/this-way-in/voicemail/

Disclaimer

This Way In is a conversation about mental health and wellbeing, not a replacement for therapy. Listening does not create a therapist–client relationship. Please never delay, disregard, or change professional recommendations because of something you hear here.

Credits:

Co-Produced and Hosted by: Brittney Baxter Dameron and Amy Lotsberg

Production, Artwork, and Editing: Amy Lotsberg at Collected Sounds Media, LLC.

Theme song. “The Journey” by Melissa West and Mixed/Mastered by Pink Flamingo Home Studio

Thank you for listening, take care of yourselves. We’ll see you next time!

This Way In is a therapist-guided, layperson-led journey into mental health, healing, and self-discovery. Brittney (the therapist) and Amy (the curious one) explore trauma, emotions, and the parts that make us who we are—with compassion and clarity.

This Way In is a therapist-guided, layperson-led journey into mental health, healing, and self-discovery. Brittney (the therapist) and Amy (the curious one) explore trauma, emotions, and the parts that make us who we are—with compassion and clarity.