Ryanne Gatti, Lauren Fractor
Dope Sh*t My Therapist Says
Dope Sh*t My Therapist Says is a mental health and wellness podcast hosted by two millennial therapists who enjoy having authentic conversations with real people who share their experiences and passions with a mental health twist. Conversations that inspire discovery of self, insight into deeper spirituality, and alternative ways to support mental health and wellness.
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Ryanne Gatti, Lauren Fractor
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Oct 20, 2025
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Episodes
Welcome to LA: Building a Home, Finding Friends, & Lessons from Moving with Ashleigh Hansen and Katie Dessin 04.04.2022 58:59
On this episode, we talked about: Their move to Los Angeles, meeting each other via social media, and forming their podcast and friendship Katie's journey moving to different cities throughout the years and navigating each one Ashleigh's wild ride moving from LA from Canada during a pandemic Their adjustment to living in LA; the good, the bad, and the annoying Tips for meeting new people and makin...
Life of an Anxious Dater: Breaking Dating Rules & Navigating Dating Anxiety with Ilana Dunn 21.03.2022 1:00:54
On this episode Ditching dating rules Following your intuition in dating Building communication around anxiety Navigating your anxious dating style Why dating isn’t one size fits all Dating apps and modern dating How therapy helped her break toxic dating patterns Find Ilana Dunn Instagram:Seeing Other People Instagram:Ilana.dunn Tik Tok: Seeing Other People Podcast: Seeing Other People Check us...
Dope Discussions: Netflix's Love is Blind ft. Leslie Grant 07.03.2022 1:21:02
Disclaimer : We realize that these are real humans with unique upbringings and experiences. Our clinical perspective on them is based solely on what has been shown on the show, which we realize is edited for entertainment purposes. Without truly knowing these people more, we can't make real diagnoses, only assumptions on what we see. On this episode... Our thoughts on the concept of the show The...
Getting Attached: Understanding your Attachment Style and Navigating Romantic Relationships with Jeff Guenther LPC 21.02.2022 1:05:33
On this episode... -What is an attachment style and what types are there? -How do we end up with our unique style -How our attachment style can change and exist on a spectrum -Why certain attachment styles attract each other -Finding the pros and cons in our attachment style -How our attachment styles show up in relationships 48 minutes starts listener questions Find Jeff Guenther LPC on social me...
I Surrender: Journey & Recovery from Sex and Love Addiction with Brianne Davis 07.02.2022 55:05
On this episode, we talk with Brianne about... What sex and love addiction REALLY is Why being an actor/actress is the "worst job" for a sex and love addict Her journey leading up to her realization that she had a sex and love addiction Her recovery journey, attending SLAA meetings, and why she puts her recovery before everything else in her life Steps toward finding an aligned partner and what t...
How to Choose Yourself: A Conversation Around Self-Love and Prioritization 24.01.2022 22:58
On this episode... Why choosing yourself and prioritizing your needs are number one Why choosing yourself isn't selfish Feeling guilt around rescheduling plans and changing your mind Recognizing when it's time to preserve your energy and make decisions that fit your current needs Steps to take toward prioritizing yourself, including boundaries Check us out on socials! Instagram @ dopeshtt...
Exploring a Sober Lifestyle: The Alcohol Free Movement and Building a Happier Healthier Self with Karolina Rzadkowolska 10.01.2022 1:00:03
On this episode... Karolina's personal story about how she decided to live alcohol free How living in the grey zone can still be a great place to choose to be alcohol free How to navigate social life and events when you are sober How to communicate to others about your alcohol free choices The health risks and benefits of ditching alcohol Alcohol's impact on our mood (depression and anxiety) Ways...
Fa La La La Lonely: Coping With the Holiday Blues and Why We Don't Like New Years Resolutions 20.12.2021 53:51
On this episode: Our own personal goals for 2021 and how we managed to meet most of them A discussion of both of our 2021 tarot cards pulls that represented our entire year Why we don't like the term "new years resolution" How we navigate the "holiday blues" How we each cope with loneliness during this time of year Answering listener questions about loneliness and providing tangible advice that ha...
If The World Was More Accommodating: Discussions on Disability Affirming Therapy and Pursuing Higher Education with Dr. Marco Gomez 06.12.2021 50:08
On this episode... What it’s like pursuing a doctoral program in Psychology What he’s learned about himself and how his views have changed since finishing his PsyD program What it’s like to be a male therapist The importance of creating a disability affirming therapy practice How individuals with physical disabilities can find a therapist that’s a great fit Asking the right questions when looking...
Therapy Is For Everyone: Building Self-Compassion & Self-Acceptance While Managing Anxiety with Amber Benziger 22.11.2021 49:47
On this episode, we talked with Amber about: Showing up on social media and setting boundaries Her mental health journey navigating anxiety and showing up for her clients in an authentic way The basics of anxiety and what type of anxiety she sees most often in her practice Tangible ways to reduce anxiety and break rumination cycles Toxic positivity: what it is and why it's invalidating Creating an...
Dope Sh*t My Single Therapist Says: Dating Intentionally, Our Dating Growth Journey and Knowing When to Close the Door on Relationships 08.11.2021 34:02
On this episode... Lauren’s recent breakup and what it’s like to walk away from a loving relationship that isn’t working What Ryanne has learned in her dating journey and the lessons she has been navigating What dating intentionally looks like for both of us What we’ve learned from dating in the last 5 years and how we’ve evolved Stories of recent dating woes Check us out on socials! Instagram @...
Treat me Like a Person, Not a Patient: Living with an Invisible Illness with Katie O’ Leary 25.10.2021 53:33
On this episode... Her story of living with the “most painful illness on the planet” Her story being diagnosed with RSD after surgery Toxic positivity and misunderstandings of others who live with invisible illnesses How she has managed her mental health in the face of pain How to best support those who have an invisible illness Her coping strategies day to day, how she feels currently and her sup...
Anxiety is Just Another Feeling: Tips for Coping with Anxiety, Battling Imposter Syndrome, and Breaking the Stigma with Erica Zisman 11.10.2021 59:54
On This Episode... Real Life Techniques for Coping with Anxiety Pandemic Anxiety Building a Routine to Combat Anxiety Imposter Syndrome High Functioning Anxiety Being Kind to Yourself when You're Struggling Physical Symptoms and Anxiety Normalizing Anxiety as an Emotional Experience About Erica: Erica is a licensed clinical social worker with years of experience working with children, teens, you...
On A Soul Level: Breathwork, The Akashic Records, and Healing with Alyse Bacine 27.09.2021 50:38
On this episode, we talked with Alyse about.... Her transition from school counselor to breathwork specialist and trauma healer. Knowing when it's time to quit a job and switch careers to hone in your passion How she uses breathwork, the akashic records, and her psychic abilities to help people move through trauma. A deeper look into breathwork and the quantum field. What the akashic records are a...
The End of an Era: What We've Learned In Our 20's 13.09.2021 40:07
On this episode... Our respective growth journey in our 20's and what we have learned since grad school. Normalizing how difficult it is to build a life in your 20's. Generational differences and how millenials have made an impact in society. Life lessons that we have worked through and some we are still working towards. Check us out on socials! Instagram @ dopeshttherapypod Clubhouse @dopeshtther...
The Joy of Living: Conscious Conversations, Fostering Confidence and Intentionality with Helen Denham 30.08.2021 1:06:52
On this episode... Finding herself through the use of various health and wellness practices Her journey with spirituality, including her experience with psilocybin Her perspective on mental health in youth and childhood Reiki and how it helps the mind, body and soul through energy (chakra balancing) Her ideal wellness routine and how she incorporates wellness into her daily life Using intentionali...
Just your Average Spiritual Therapists: Exploring Spirituality and Tarot in the Therapy Room with Luna and Shannon of the Tarot Diagnosis 16.08.2021 1:02:59
On this episode... Their journey to becoming therapists What led them to start their podcast “The Tarot Diagnosis” How therapy has helped their mental health journey Using Tarot with clients in sessions (when and when not to) Working with clients and how they utilize multiple modalities Developing spiritual practices that can help with healing Showing up as a therapist (self disclosure vs silence)...
Journey to Self Love: Breaking Free From Abusive Relationships, Healing from Trauma and The Importance of Therapy with Whytli Rogers 02.08.2021 50:53
On this episode... Healing from abusive relationships Self-education, learning the signs of abuse, understanding healthy relationships, and healthy ways to heal from trauma The importance of therapy when healing from trauma Breaking away from toxic religious narratives that bring about shame Navigating new healthy relationships Rape culture and victim blaming Sex education Find Whytli Rogers...
Taking a Walk Down Memory Lane: Family Dynamics, Mental Health & Self-Esteem 19.07.2021 38:02
On this episode... Hitting our 1 year anniversary Family dynamics growing up How out parents can impact our self-esteem and confidence How we became more confident in ourselves How family can impact our mental health for the better or worse Check us out on socials! Instagram @ dopeshttherapypod Clubhouse @dopeshttherapypod Tik Tok @dopeshttherapypod email us at dopeshttherapypod@gmail.com Logo ar...
The Art of Intentional Dating: Navigating Dating Apps with Ali and Roark from Finding Mr. Height 05.07.2021 1:07:18
On this episode… Navigating Dating Apps Intentional dating & mindset Challenging yourself to step out of your comfort zone Creating a strong dating app profile Communication, boundaries, and navigating hard questions Mental health and dating Ghosting Game of red flag or green flag Check out Finding Mr. Height at the following http://findingmrheight.com/ Instagram.com/findingmrheight and on Tik Tok...
Netflix, Mental Health, and Chill: Evaluating mental health representation in the media 14.06.2021 51:40
During this episode... Mental Health representation in popular TV and movies. Celebrities mental health in the media Themes and trends of mental health Our perspective working with teens and their narratives around mental health Online therapy platforms Instagram @ dopeshttherapypod Clubhouse @dopeshttherapypod Tik Tok @dopeshttherapypod email us at dopeshttherapypod@gmail.com Logo artwork by N...
Living with a Chronic Illness: Diabetes, Finding Balance, and the Importance of Community with Taylor Daniele 31.05.2021 57:23
Find us on Social Media On This Episode Taylor's experience with being diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes later in life How her diagnosis helped change her relationship with herself and others Her journey with her mental health and finding the perfect therapist Misconceptions about Diabetes Tips for friends and family on how to support a loved one with this diagnosis Self care tips The importance of c...
Grief is a Sneaky Bitch: Unpacking Grief Beliefs and Making Space for Healing with Lisa Keefauver 17.05.2021 1:11:56
On this episode -Unpacking grief beliefs -Western culture and grief illiteracy -How to show up for others that are grieving by “showing up, shutting up, and listening” -Navigating the process of grief for yourself -Whole self healing in the midst of grief -How grief changes fundamentally who we are Find Lisa Keefauver at the following Website Reimagining Grief Website Reimagining Grief Instagram...
Creating Space for Mental Health: How to Support Others When You Need to Support Yourself 03.05.2021 32:29
For Mental health awareness month we dive into: the continued trauma from the pandemic supporting others who are struggling supporting others when you’re struggling and how to navigate both how to support others who are going through grief and tough times. With helpful real life tools Find us on Social Media Instagram @dopeshttherapypod Clubhouse @dopeshttherapypod Tik Tok @dopeshttherapypod em...
If Nothing Changes, Nothing Changes: Navigating Mental Health Treatment, Finding Positivity, and Living Your Best Life with Casey Moran 19.04.2021 46:59
Casey discusses: - his diagnosis - How to stay positive when dealt a shitty hand - His treatment experience and what he has found helpful in his treatment journey - The importance of supportive people (staff, parents, friends) in the treatment journey - How COVID-19 impacted his mental health and what he learned about himself during this time -His experience with suicidal ideation - His podcast an...
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