Shit Your Shrink Thinks

Let's use the scientific method to be an informed consumer of your care!  Want to avoid scams and get the most bang for your buck?  In this episode we learn about using scientific principles to learn what information is trustworthy and how to know! If you are enjoying our episodes please consider donating to  https://www.patreon.com/shityourshrinkthinks   THANK YOU!   Please keep in mind that this...

In this episode we discuss how to use the scientific method and why this is important for everyday life and mental health. If you are enjoying our episodes please consider donating to  https://www.patreon.com/shityourshrinkthinks   THANK YOU!   Please keep in mind that this podcast is for entertainment purposes only.  This is not intended as individual medical or mental health advise.  Listening t...

In this episode we discuss color psychology.  Turns out, it's mostly researched for marketing. It's a double rainbow, MAN!! If you are enjoying our episodes please consider donating to  https://www.patreon.com/shityourshrinkthinks   THANK YOU!   Please keep in mind that this podcast is for entertainment purposes only.  This is not intended as individual medical or mental health advise.  Listening...

In this episode we discuss the factors that place someone at risk for a mental health condition and the resiliency factors that protect someone against these issues.   If you are enjoying our episodes please consider donating to  https://www.patreon.com/shityourshrinkthinks   THANK YOU!   Please keep in mind that this podcast is for entertainment purposes only.  This is not intended as individual...

Is there a link between living like a trash panda and feeling nervous?  The research says yes! Check out episode 26 to learn more about how cleanliness impacts our sense of mental wellness. If you are enjoying our episodes please consider donating to  https://www.patreon.com/shityourshrinkthinks   THANK YOU!   Please keep in mind that this podcast is for entertainment purposes only.  This is not i...

Feel like laughing nervously for an hour?  Good, because this episode goes out to those of us with anxiety.  This week we discuss what constitutes an anxiety disorder, how it presents in session, and common treatments/skills for managing it. If you are enjoying our episodes please consider donating to  https://www.patreon.com/shityourshrinkthinks   THANK YOU!   Please keep in mind that this podcas...

Ch-ch-ch-changesssss.  Ever wanted to make a big change but can't seem to figure out how or where you are at in the process?  Take a listen to this episode - here we discuss the transtheoretical model of change. If you are enjoying our episodes please consider donating to  https://www.patreon.com/shityourshrinkthinks   THANK YOU!   Please keep in mind that this podcast is for entertainment purpose...

In this episode we talk about how to approach our loved ones when we notice they are struggling with mental health and how to let our loved ones know when we are struggling.  We give strategies for exploring this dynamic.   If you are enjoying our episodes please consider donating to  https://www.patreon.com/shityourshrinkthinks   THANK YOU!   Please keep in mind that this podcast is for entertain...

Ever watch the x-files? Remember agent Moulder (aka spooky Moulder)?  Yeah, that's pretty much what its like to be a psychologist.  PSYCH! You were lied to! In this episode we discuss what it feels like to be a therapist and what we are ACTUALLY doing/thinking on the other side of the table.   If you are enjoying our episodes please consider donating to  https://www.patreon.com/shityourshrinkthink...

In this episode we discuss where negative automatic thoughts come from and how to examine these things we call "core beliefs."  We discuss common types of core beliefs and how we see these things play out in therapy and in the real world.   If you are enjoying our episodes please consider donating to  https://www.patreon.com/shityourshrinkthinks   THANK YOU!   Please keep in mind that this podcast...

In this episode we talk about how to manage thinking - now that we know what thought patterns we have, what do we do about them?  Your thoughts matter!   If you are enjoying our episodes please consider donating to  https://www.patreon.com/shityourshrinkthinks   THANK YOU!   Please keep in mind that this podcast is for entertainment purposes only.  This is not intended as individual medical or men...

In this episode we talk about how to recognize the connection between your thoughts and your mental well-being.  Your thoughts matter!   If you are enjoying our episodes please consider donating to  https://www.patreon.com/shityourshrinkthinks   THANK YOU!   Please keep in mind that this podcast is for entertainment purposes only.  This is not intended as individual medical or mental health advise...

In this episode we talk about the many pathways to becoming a therapist.  We discuss educational requirements, the different types of training available and even the different types of careers!  Sorry, podcaster wasn't on the list ;)   If you are enjoying our episodes please consider donating to  https://www.patreon.com/shityourshrinkthinks   THANK YOU!   Please keep in mind that this podcast is f...

In this episode we define and distinguish the difference between different types of depressive disorders.  We may also go on a few mind journeys to avoid making ourselves sad!   If you are enjoying our episodes please consider donating to  https://www.patreon.com/shityourshrinkthinks   THANK YOU!   Please keep in mind that this podcast is for entertainment purposes only.  This is not intended as i...

Need another reason to snuggle a creature?  Then check out episode 16!  In this episode we explore the research and clinical practice surrounding pets, therapy animals, comfort animals, emotional support animals and service animals.   If you are enjoying our episodes please consider donating to  https://www.patreon.com/shityourshrinkthinks   THANK YOU!   Please keep in mind that this podcast is fo...

In this episode we talk about living in the flow of time rather than trying to control it.  Let's get our Zen on!   If you are enjoying our episodes please consider donating to  https://www.patreon.com/shityourshrinkthinks   THANK YOU!   Please keep in mind that this podcast is for entertainment purposes only.  This is not intended as individual medical or mental health advise.  Listening to this...

Have you been wondering about the fight, flight and freeze response?  If so, we've got a show for you!  In this episode we discuss the sympathetic nervous system and how to chill it out! If you are enjoying our episodes please consider donating to  https://www.patreon.com/shityourshrinkthinks   THANK YOU!   Please keep in mind that this podcast is for entertainment purposes only.  This is not inte...

In this episode we talk about how to engage in healthy conflict and learning how to fight fair.   If you are enjoying our episodes please consider donating to  https://www.patreon.com/shityourshrinkthinks   THANK YOU!   Please keep in mind that this podcast is for entertainment purposes only.  This is not intended as individual medical or mental health advise.  Listening to this podcast does not i...

You made it to episode 12! Here we discuss the good, bad and ugly of media characterizations of mental health.     If you are enjoying our episodes please consider donating to  https://www.patreon.com/shityourshrinkthinks   THANK YOU!   Please keep in mind that this podcast is for entertainment purposes only.  This is not intended as individual medical or mental health advise.  Listening to this p...

In this episode we talk about the therapist commandment 1, thou shalt love thyself.  We address what self-compassion looks like and why it is important for mental health.  Remember you are the main course so you go on the front burner!   If you are enjoying our episodes please consider donating to  https://www.patreon.com/shityourshrinkthinks   THANK YOU!   Please keep in mind that this podcast is...

How make narcissists does it take to change a lightbulb? One.  They hold it and the world revolves around them. In this episode we break down narcissistic personality disorder - how to recognize it and tools to address it.   If you are enjoying our episodes please consider donating to  https://www.patreon.com/shityourshrinkthinks   THANK YOU! Please keep in mind that this podcast is for entertainm...

Welcome to episode 9 where we talk about the importance of socialization and how to make and keep friends.  Red flag, green flag!   If you are enjoying our episodes please consider donating to  https://www.patreon.com/shityourshrinkthinks   THANK YOU! Please keep in mind that this podcast is for entertainment purposes only.  This is not intended as individual medical or mental health advise.  List...

In this episode we talk about labeling, understanding, processing and expressing your emotional experience and why this is important to mental wellness.   If you are enjoying our episodes please consider donating to  https://www.patreon.com/shityourshrinkthinks   THANK YOU! Please keep in mind that this podcast is for entertainment purposes only.  This is not intended as individual medical or ment...

What the heck is a value and why are they important for our mental health?  In this episode we talk about labeling and living by your values.   If you are enjoying our episodes please consider donating to  https://www.patreon.com/shityourshrinkthinks   THANK YOU! Please keep in mind that this podcast is for entertainment purposes only.  This is not intended as individual medical or mental health a...

In this episode we talk about how every profession has it's duds and how to spot a therapist who is genuine and competent.   If you are enjoying our episodes please consider donating to  https://www.patreon.com/shityourshrinkthinks   THANK YOU!   Please keep in mind that this podcast is for entertainment purposes only.  This is not intended as individual medical or mental health advise.  Listening...