Cinema Sessions

Join us as we dive into the classic film, Good Will Hunting. We discussed the careers of Matt Damon and Ben Affleck, and the impact of Robin Williams life and death. Plus we dive into Damon and Williams characters and talk about what motivates people to change and how therapists can really connect with clients. Plus…Rick has a very “Rick” moment that you won’t want to miss!  Cinema Sessions is hos...

On this episode, we have fun examining some of our favorite complex romantic relationships from Get Out, Twilight, and Jerry Maguire. Is being hypnotized by your future mother-in-law a deal breaker? Should you be concerned if your sparkling boyfriend confesses that he watches you in your sleep? Are you so desperate for love that you’ll allow a drunk egomaniac to talk unsupervised to your child in...

On this episode we dive into the modern classic The Devil Wears Prada. We talk about our favorite fashionable trends (who remembers JNCO jeans from the late 90’s?). We then dive into the importance of remaining authentic, and how to navigate a toxic work environment. Plus, we introduce a new segment - “Which character would make the WORST therapist?”  Cinema Sessions is hosted by Rick Guttersohn a...

On the 19th episode of the Cinema Sessions podcast, Rick, Kailah, and Michael explore the 2018 instant classic, A Star is Born. They dive into what they love about the film - favorite scenes, amazing performances, the killer soundtrack, and the palpable chemistry between the two main characters. Core therapeutic topics of addiction, substance use, dealing with trauma, family dysfunction, depressio...

In the 18th episode of the Cinema Sessions podcast, Rick, Kailah, and Michael go brick by brick and explore the 2014 animated masterpiece, The Lego Movie. The dive into the pop culture moments they love from the film, the movie’s witty humor,  and the optimism baked into the story. The power of belief, embracing our inner child, utilizing creativity, understanding our experiences, and building res...

On the 17th episode of the Cinema Sessions podcast, Rick, Kailah, and Michael cut into their roast beast and dive into the debatably festive 2000 holiday film, How the Grinch Stole Christmas. They explore core themes of corrective experiences post-trauma, relationships & how they change after we’ve been through pain, toxic negativity, being outcast socially & how we respond, the pressure t...

In the 16th episode of the Cinema Sessions podcast, friends and holly jolly therapists Rick, Kailah, and Michael sit down to discuss the 2003 Christmas romantic comedy, Love Actually. They start off by pitching their very own Hallmark movies (not a sponsor) with hilarious results, and dive deep into this beloved holiday flick. They explore what constitutes love, what makes the movie so rewatchable...

In this special Thanksgiving-themed 15th episode of the Cinema Sessions podcast, Rick, Kailah, and Michael go on a podcasting roadtrip to talk about the 1987 comedy classic, Planes, Trains, & Automobiles. This episode is full of heart and laughs as they talk about Del Griffith’s  shower curtain rings and explore therapeutic themes of gratitude, resilience, friendship, conflict resolution, tech...

In the 14th episode of the Cinema Sessions podcast, Rick, Kailah, and Michael fly into the danger zone to talk about Top Gun: Maverick. They talk about Tom Cruise as the ultimate box office draw, the film's amazing practical effects, and lots of fun banter breaking down their favorite scenes. Then, they explore core themes of resentment, survivors guilt, grief, forgiveness, pride, and ambitio...

On todays special 'Sequel Session', Kailah does a therapeutic deep dive into the seven deadly sins along with the seven virtues that can help overcome them.  Cinema Sessions is hosted by Rick Guttersohn and Kailah Tuttle Connect with us on Instagram: @CinemaSessionsPod

In the 13th episode of the Cinema Sessions podcast, Rick, Kailah, and Michael explore what’s in the box in the Halloween-themed cult classic, Se7en . Therapeutic themes of self-righteousness, power differentials, psychosis, atonement for flaws/sins, spirituality, justice, vengeance, control, and enacting one’s worldview are dissected. Kailah gets giddy talking about a serial killer, Rick hugs a te...

If you are fascinated by the intersection between movies and mental health and want to learn more, than you won’t want to miss this special “sequel session” to episode 12. Kailah sits down to expand on the character archetypes she introduced during episode 12. She dives deeper into the three character connections she selected while also identifying popular characters in cinema history who align wi...

In a special 12th episode of the Cinema Sessions podcast, Rick, Kailah, and Michael open up about movie characters that they identify with in various ways. If you’ve wanted to get to know the hosts on a deeper level, this is your episode. Characters from The Lord of the Rings , The Revenant , Harry Potter , Elf , The Pursuit of Happyness and more are explored. This episode offers lots of self-disc...

In the 11th episode of the Cinema Sessions podcast, Rick, Kailah, and Michael open up their inboxes and dive into the 1998 rom com classic, You’ve Got Mail. They reminisce about outdated technology, the chemistry of Tom Hanks & Meg Ryan, the perils of chat rooms, New York City in the fall, and the joy of romantic comedies. Then they explore core themes of attraction, infidelity, direct & i...

In a special 10th episode of the Cinema Sessions podcast, Rick, Kailah, and Michael dive into one of their favorite characters depicted in various films, Batman. Core themes of secret identities, wearing masks, hiding our true selves, working through past trauma, and the responsibilities & burdens of serving others are explored. They also break down their favorite versions of Batman, coolest g...

In the 9th episode of the Cinema Sessions podcast, Rick, Kailah, and Michael break down the 2015 Pixar smash hit, Inside Out . They dive into their favorite things about the film, condiments that make them feel saucy, and random movies that evoke our emotions. Childhood, parenting, normalizing feelings, the power of animated films, acknowledging our needs, and the full spectrum of emotions are rev...

In the 8th episode of the Cinema Sessions podcast, Rick, Kailah, and Michael explore the 2021 Best Picture winner, CODA . They dive into awkward family moments, the power of mentors who believe in us, the ways Joni Mitchell makes us feel, and berate Michael for only giving this film a 9 out of 10 score. Communication, representation, family roles, mindfulness, navigating different worlds, advocacy...

In the 7th episode of the Cinema Sessions podcast, Rick, Kailah, and Michael swing by Gringotts, hop aboard the Hogwarts Express, look into the Mirror of Erised, and play some wizard’s chess as they discuss the 2001 fantasy phenomenon, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone . They explore core themes of belonging, friendship, childhood loss, finding one’s sense of home, desire, and fame, and conjur...

In the 6th episode of the Cinema Sessions podcast, Rick, Kailah, and Michael enjoy another day of sun and sing about one of the best 21st century movie musicals, 2016’s La La Land . They explore core themes of authenticity, ambition, the magic of falling in love, modern relationships, holding onto the past, and those sliding door moments when things don’t work out the way we want them to. The perf...

In the 5th episode of the Cinema Sessions podcast, Rick, Kailah, and Michael head back to 1985, and then 1955, in the seminal sci-fi classic, Back to the Future . Core themes of masculinity, ambition, technology, what-ifs, nostalgia, parent-child relationships, and unlocking our past to move forward are explored. We also debate the sketchiness of 1 AM mall visits with zany old men, dive into 80s b...

In the 4th episode of the Cinema Sessions podcast, friends and fellow therapists Rick, Kailah, and Michael dive into the 2017 “superhero” Western film, Logan . They explore core themes of aging, caretaking, childhood trauma & loss, running from pain, looking back on one’s life, and finding community.. They also get into hijinks discussing things they’d like to protrude from their hands (Wolver...

In the 3rd episode of the Cinema Sessions podcast, Rick, Kailah, and Michael dive into the 2021 Disney musical sensation, Encanto. They explore the core themes of family, community, culture, gifting, and healing from a therapeutic & movie fanatic lens. They also share guilty pleasure songs, reflect on relationships & old jobs, and talk about Bruno (yes, despite the song’s urging!) along th...

In episode 2 of the Cinema Sessions podcast, we dive back into the fetch world of the 2004 high school classic film, Mean Girls . We nostalgically reflect on our mid-2000s selves, the groups of friends we were in during high school, and the myriad of emotions that we feel while watching the film. Core themes of popularity, gossip, loss, change, suburbia, authenticity, dishonesty, and the ways we a...

In the inaugural episode of the Cinema Sessions podcast, friends and fellow therapists Rick, Kailah, and Michael explore the latest release from the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness. They dive into the film’s core themes of grief, identity, motherhood, control, and contentment from fan enthusiast and therapeutic perspectives. Spoilers abound, so we recommend y...