In Session with Nat & Ang

You've probably said it before. "I'm so depressed." But do you actually know what depression looks like when it's real... when it's clinical... when it's the kind that convinces you there's no point in getting out of bed, seeing your friends, or even looking forward to tomorrow? In this episode, we're getting honest about depression — the difference bet...

You like him. He seems like he likes you. But nothing's moving forward and you have no idea where you stand. Sound familiar? We're breaking down situationships today… why they happen, why we stay in them way too long, and why the answer to your confusion is usually already sitting right in front of you. We're also getting into the talking stage, the dating stage, exclusivity, and wh...

There's a conversation happening in almost every Arab household right now… but most families are having it behind closed doors. Parents are scared. They have questions. And they don't know where to turn because nobody in our community is talking about it openly. In this episode, we break down autism, what it actually is, what it looks like across the spectrum, and why the shame and stigm...

You've been hearing it your whole life. From family, from social media, from random people who feel entitled to comment on your body like it's their business. And at some point, you stopped questioning it and just believed them. In this episode, we're getting real about body image, where our insecurities actually come from, why our culture is so brutal about weight, and what happens...

We all came from the same place. Our parents came here with nothing… just a dream and a plan to survive. So how did we go from chasing safety to chasing status? And why does it feel like no matter how much we get, it's never enough? This episode came from real conversations we had this week with people in our community. We break down what happens when money stops being a tool and starts becom...

We used to think a real friendship meant fighting hard, making up harder, and proving your love through the drama. I was wrong. In this episode, we're getting into the messy middle of adult friendships… the ones that drain you, the ones that drift, and the ones you're scared to walk away from because you've known this person your whole life. We talk about why some of the healthiest...

You've been told there's a right way to be a mom. Stay home, take care of the house, put everyone else first — and if you work, you're doing it wrong. But what if both sides of that argument are missing the point entirely? In this episode, we break down the working mom vs. stay-at-home mom debate — not to pick a side, but to call out the guilt, the identity loss, and the cultural pr...

We grew up hearing that marriage should last no matter what. No one talked about what happens when it turns toxic. In this conversation, we dig into the quiet struggles many couples face but rarely admit out loud. We talk about family pressure, shame, and the expectations that can keep people stuck long after a relationship stops being healthy. And the truth is… some of the biggest problems don’t...

Most people think they grew up in the same family as their siblings . But that’s not really true. In this episode, I talk about the hidden roles that form inside families… the labels we get as kids… and how those roles quietly follow us into adulthood. Sometimes you’re the “responsible one.” Sometimes you’re the “problem child.” Sometimes you become the parent before you’re even grown up. And the...

A lot of people asked us to talk about addiction. Not just drinking. Not just smoking. Not just gambling. But why it feels so normal. Why it feels everywhere. And why so many of us say, “I’m fine,” when we’re not. Here’s the hard question we ask in this episode: Is addiction really about the substance… or is it about what we’re trying not to feel? I talk about how we were raised. How men were told...

Let us say this first — you are not crazy. If you’ve ever cried all the time… felt like you were losing yourself… or kept asking, “Was it me?” — this episode is for you. We talk about toxic relationships in a real way. Not the Instagram version. Not the “just leave him” version. The honest version. Why do we ignore the signs? Why do we defend the person who hurts us? Why do we start apologizing fo...

Let’s be honest. Most of us think anxiety means something is wrong with us. But what if that’s not true? In this episode, I break down what anxiety really is, why your brain goes into fight, flight, or freeze… and the mistake almost everyone makes that keeps the cycle going. We talk about panic attacks that hit out of nowhere. Fear of planes. Fear of the unknown. Overthinking made-up scenarios. An...

With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, we just wanted to sit down and talk about love. And not just the flowers and chocolate kind. Not just the “do I have a date?” kind. But real love. We talk about how Valentine’s Day felt when we were kids, how it changed as we got older, and how sometimes it can honestly feel a little lonely. Especially when you’re single. Or waiting. Or wondering when...

Today we wanted to talk about failure…  because so many of us feel like we’re failing, even when we’re trying our best. I’ve been carrying this belief that if I stop, if I slow down, or if I let something go… it means I failed. And that belief has been heavy. In this episode, we don’t try to fix anything. We don’t give a checklist. We just sit in the discomfort and look at what failure actually me...

Why is dating such a big deal in Arab families—and why does it feel so judged? IToday we get real about dating while Arab American. From navigating reputation and cultural expectations to building trust and making your own choices, they open up about the awkward, the honest, and everything in between. You’ll hear stories about growing up with strict parents, the “no dating” rule, and how to actual...

The Truth About Parenting Styles: What Actually Works Being a parent is tough, especially when everyone online tells you something different. In this episode, two mental health experts talk about different parenting styles and what they see working in real life. You’ll learn the four main styles of parenting—what they mean and how they affect kids. They explain why showing love and setting rules a...

Welcome back to In Session with Nat & Ang! Today we dive into the topic of “ghosting”—what it means, why it happens, and how it can make us feel, especially around the holidays. We share some personal stories and talk openly about rejection, attachment styles, and the struggles that come with wondering “why did this happen to me?” Together, we explore where ghosting comes from, why people do i...

Hey everyone! Welcome back to In Session with Nat & Ang . In today’s episode, we talk all about jealousy—especially when we feel it toward people we love, like our friends or family. We ask a big question: is it normal to feel jealous? (And yes, it really is.) We talk about why jealousy shows up, how our culture can make it feel even stronger, and what happens when we start comparing our lives...

Welcome to the very first episode of In Session with Nat & Ang ! We’re so excited you’re here. In this episode, we introduce ourselves and share why we chose to become therapists. We talk about how mental health is not always talked about in our Arab American community, and why we wanted to create a safe space where people can be open, honest, and supported. We also explain what therapy really...

We’re Nat and Ang, and this podcast is a safe space where we talk about mental health, real life, and what it’s like being Arab American. Each episode, we open up about the struggles, thoughts, and feelings that many of us keep inside. We talk about balancing both parts of who we are, learning how to cope, and finding tools and resources that actually help. You’ll hear vulnerable moments, silly co...