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This Doesn’t Count As Therapy

Hosted by Carlissa

This Doesn't Count As Therapy is hosted by Carlissa, a licensed mental health therapist. The show explores trauma, the nervous system, relationships and personal growth, with a mix of solo episodes and guest conversations. It has 30 episodes released roughly every five weeks, with a median length of about 22 minutes. Estimated downloads are 2,000 to 8,000 per episode, implying a rate of about $40 to $200 per episode.

Why brands sponsor This Doesn’t Count As Therapy

Engaged mental health listeners hearing a licensed therapist's trusted guidance

  • Listeners tune in for practical strategies on trauma, boundaries and personal growth.
  • Ratings average 4.4 across 192 Apple reviews, suggesting a loyal listener base.
  • Host-led format lets a wellness or self-care brand be woven into a therapist's own voice.
Best forwellness and self-care productsjournals and plannersmental health apps
Watch forHealth-adjacent claims need care; the host disclaims that the show is not therapy, so sponsors should avoid medical promises.

Brand fit report

Content

Topics, IAB taxonomy
Mental Health60%
Self-Help25%
Relationships15%
Formats
solo monologue, guest interview, themed series
Tone
supportive, reflective
Language
English
Production
Clean, edited audio
Typical length
16 to 37 minutes

Audience

Commercial intent25/100
Comments asking for links, prices or where to buy
Sentiment75/100
Estimated from titles, descriptions and engagement
Est. downloads per episode2k–8k
Estimated, confidence 45%: Apple ratings_count of 192 falls in the 50 to 200 band (2,000 to 8,000), shifted not at all since the show is over two years old; 30 episodes, biweekly Apple update cadence, Acast hosting and a mental health niche are consistent with that band.
Audience asks abouthow to heal from trauma and past relationshipshow to manage overwhelm and seasonal depressionhow to build healthier friendships and boundaries
Age
20%18-24
35%25-34
25%35-44
20%45+
Gender
70%women
30%men
Countries
🇺🇸 United States60%
🇬🇧 United Kingdom10%
🇨🇦 Canada10%
Other20%
LanguagesEnglish 100%

Commercial

0%of the last 20 episodes had a sponsor
None seenno sponsor mentions in the last 20 episodes
Brands seen
None yet
Categories promoted
None yet
Affiliate links
No

No sponsor mentions found in the feed; the description lists a sponsorship inquiry email but no named sponsors or funding links.

Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability

Profanitylow
Adultlow
Drugslow
Violencelow
Politicslow

Family friendly
No explicit flag; episode titles cover grief, breakups and seasonal depression, which are emotional but not graphic.

We classify content, never people. No age, gender, ethnicity, religion or political views are inferred about the creator. Audience figures are estimates unless marked verified. Creators can correct anything on their profile.

Where to listen

Benchmark score: 61 / 100

Public rule, same for everyone. How it works.

Consistency Latest episode within the usual cadence50 / 50
Activity Episodes in the last 90 days, weekly is full marks7 / 30
Reach Estimated downloads per episode, 20k is full marks5 / 20

Recent episodes

Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 5 days ago, a new one about every 34 days.

Welcome to This Doesn’t Count As Therapy, a podcast dedicated to making mental health and personal growth accessible to everyone. Join us as we explore the complexities of trauma, the nervous system, and other critical aspects of well-being. Our goal is to provide you with practical insights and strategies for healing and growth, empowering you to navigate your journey with confidence and…
This Doesn’t Count As Therapy's own show description from the podcast feed

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About This Doesn’t Count As Therapy

This Doesn't Count As Therapy is a podcast hosted by Carlissa, a licensed mental health therapist, according to the show description on Acast. The show covers trauma, the nervous system, relationships, grief and personal growth, mixing solo episodes with guest conversations such as its Friendship Series. It has 30 episodes released about every five weeks, typically between 16 and 37 minutes long, per the RSS feed.

On Apple Podcasts the show holds a 4.4 average rating from 192 ratings. Based on those signals, the audience is estimated at 2,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode; these figures are estimates, not publisher data. The feed shows no sponsors so far.

The show suits wellness, self-care and mental health app brands. At an estimated rate of $18 to $25 per 1,000 downloads, a host-read mid-roll would cost roughly $40 to $200 per episode.

Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. This Doesn’t Count As Therapy can edit or remove this page at any time.

Questions about This Doesn’t Count As Therapy

How much does This Doesn't Count As Therapy charge for a podcast sponsorship?

Based on an estimated 2,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode, a host-read mid-roll ad is estimated at roughly $40 to $200 per episode. Final pricing is set by the show, and these figures are estimates.

What is This Doesn't Count As Therapy about?

The show, hosted by licensed therapist Carlissa, explores mental health, trauma, relationships and personal growth through solo episodes and guest interviews, with practical strategies for listeners.

How do I contact This Doesn't Count As Therapy about sponsoring an episode?

The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can be booked through Starbooked, which handles the outreach and scheduling for sponsorship inquiries.

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