PodTherapy

Pod Therapy

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An explicit comedy and mental health question & answer show with real therapists. Balanced with equal parts irreverent humor and compassionate sincerity, Pod Therapy answers real people's questions about life, love, mental health, health and everything else every week. Ask your questions anonymously and read our show disclaimers at www. PodTherapy.net.

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BONUS: Are you dating a Sociopathic Narcissist? 01.04.2019 7:03

This week Nick and Jim are never gonna give you up, never gonna let you down, never gonna turn around and desert you.

#65: NYT Bestselling Author Lori Gottlieb! 28.03.2019 49:13

The guys welcome special guest therapist and New York Times bestselling author Lori Gottlieb to discuss her new book "Maybe You Should Talk to Someone" - available for preorder here: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1328662055/ref =dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i0 This weeks THERAPRODUCERS are David "Datascoop" Villalon and Judi Scheider! Check out David's blog at www. WGDavid.com BECOME A THERAPAL or...

#64: Comedy as a Defense Mechanism, Sports Officiating Stress, Vulnerability in Therapy 22.03.2019 57:18

"Comedy as a defense mechanism", "How to deal with verbal abuse as a baseball umpire", "What do I do when counseling takes me to a deep dark place?" Today's episode is brought to you by our Theraproducers Robert Brownie Junior Mint and Kyla Lansbury! BECOME A THERAPAL or THERAPOD at www. Patreon.com/therapy ASK YOUR QUESTIONS at www. PodTherapy.net PodTherapyGuys@gmail.com Facebook.com/PodTherapy...

#63: Ending an Affair, Self-Harming Teen, Completing Therapy 14.03.2019 52:08

"How do I get out of this affair", "Getting through low moods and self-harm", "When is it time to cut down on therapy?" Today's episode is brought to you by our Theraproducers Smitty Scoop and Jake Schneider! BECOME A THERAPAL or THERAPOD at www. Patreon.com/therapy ASK YOUR QUESTIONS at www. PodTherapy.net PodTherapyGuys@gmail.com Facebook.com/PodTherapy Twitter.com/PodTherapyGuys TO SHARE THIS E...

#62: Exceptions, Desperate for Therapy, Converting Happiness 07.03.2019 53:08

Solution Focused Brief Therapy's Exceptions to the rules, "I'm desperate to find a therapist", "How do I convert my work success into personal happiness?" Today's episode is brought to you by our Theraproducers Nathans Hotdog Scoop and Dr. Ben Doughan! Jim's primer on SFBT: https://prezi.com/38vgibmigdxi/sfbt-training/?utm_campaign=share&utm_medium=copy BECOME A THERAPAL or THERAPOD at www. Patreo...

#61: Relationship Anxiety, Sports Depression, Political Rage 28.02.2019 51:39

"How can I deal with my relationship anxiety?"; "I got depressed over my sports team leaving"; "My political rage is out of control" Today's episode is brought to you by our Theraproducers David Datascoop Villalon and Judi Schneider! Read David's Blog at www. WGDavid.com BECOME A THERAPAL or THERAPOD at www. Patreon.com/therapy ASK YOUR QUESTIONS at www. PodTherapy.net PodTherapyGuys@gmail.com Fac...

#60: Externalization, Motivating Others, Reading Mom's Diary 21.02.2019 56:34

In this episode the guys have some guests in the studio and discuss externalization, "How do I motivate people who are unmotivated", and "Should I read my dead mother's diary?" Today's episode is brought to you by our Theraproducers Robert Paulson (via Robert Brownie Junior Mint) and Kyla Lansbury! BECOME A THERAPAL or THERAPOD at www. Patreon.com/therapy ASK YOUR QUESTIONS at www. PodTherapy.net...

#59: Couples Communication, Open Relationships, Marriage Depression 14.02.2019 59:16

In this episode the guys discuss communication strategies for couples, "I'm unhappy in my open relationship", and "My husband and I are depressed, should we give up?" Today's episode is brought to you by our Theraproducers Smitty Scoop and Jake Schneider! BECOME A THERAPAL or THERAPOD at www. Patreon.com/therapy ASK YOUR QUESTIONS at www. PodTherapy.net PodTherapyGuys@gmail.com Facebook.com/PodThe...

#58: Cognitive Distortions, Teen Mental Health, Breaking Up With Your Therapist 07.02.2019 1:02:55

In this episode the guys discuss Cognitive Distortions, and also answer "how can I help a struggling teen?" and "how do I break up with my therapist?" Today's episode is brought to you by our Theraproducers Grae Whittaker and Ben Doughan! BECOME A THERAPAL or THERAPOD at www. Patreon.com/therapy ASK YOUR QUESTIONS at www. PodTherapy.net PodTherapyGuys@gmail.com Facebook.com/PodTherapy Twitter.com/...

#57: Trauma Timeline, Terminal Alcoholism, Paranoid Jealousy 31.01.2019 51:35

In this episode the guys explain how to create a Trauma Timeline, and also answer "should I confront my family member on their terminal alcoholism?" and "how can I deal with my paranoid jealousy?" Today's episode is brought to you by our Theraproducers Judi Schneider and David Villalon! See David's blog post here: https://wgdavid.com/2019/01/05/short-people-at-brothels/ BECOME A THERAPAL or THERAP...

#56: Coping Skills, Distance Relationships, Employee Privacy 24.01.2019 56:57

The guys share a list of healthy coping skills that will forever change your life! Maybe not, but at a minimum they should be a little helpful. Also in this episode: "How to manage long-distance relationships" and "What should I share with my employer about my health issues?" Today's episode is brought to you by our Theraproducers Robert Brownie Junior Mint and Kyla Lansbury! BECOME A THERAPAL or...

#55: Fixing Masculinity, Ditching Grandpa, Insurance Sucks 17.01.2019 1:07:22

The guys review the American Psychological Associations's new guidelines on dealing with boys and men. Buckle up because this is a deep dive! Read the report here: Also in this episode: "Should we cut Grandpa out of our family?" and "Why are all the therapists booked?!" Today's episode is brought to you by our Theraproducers Smitty Scoop and Jake Schneider! BECOME A THERAPAL or THERAPOD at www. Pa...

#54: Sensory Overload, Military Marriage, Divorce Hangups 10.01.2019 51:33

"Do I have Sensory Processing Disorder?", "My military husband is returning from deployment, what should I do?", "I'm still in love with my ex-wife" Today's episode is brought to you by our Theraproducers Grae Whittaker and Dr. Ben Doughan! BECOME A THERAPAL or THERAPOD at www. Patreon.com/therapy ASK YOUR QUESTIONS at www. PodTherapy.net PodTherapyGuys@gmail.com Facebook.com/PodTherapy Twitter.co...

#53: Insufficient Complex, Weight Identity, Sex Depression 03.01.2019 59:33

"How do I deal with the feeling that I'm never good enough?"; "I've lost weight, but now I don't recognize myself"; "I have depression regarding sex and my virginity" Today's episode is brought to you by our Theraproducers David Villalon and Judi Schneider! BECOME A THERAPAL or THERAPOD at www. Patreon.com/therapy ASK YOUR QUESTIONS at www. PodTherapy.net PodTherapyGuys@gmail.com Facebook.com/PodT...

#52: Season 1 Finale! 27.12.2018 1:53:09

The guys celebrate one year in the Podcasting game with a trip down memory lane, psychology study show and tell, fan questions, the newly wed game, and a special Christmas gift exchange! BECOME A THERAPAL or THERAPOD at www. Patreon.com/therapy ASK YOUR QUESTIONS at www. PodTherapy.net PodTherapyGuys@gmail.com Facebook.com/PodTherapy Twitter.com/PodTherapyGuys TO SHARE THIS EPISODE COPY/PASTE: htt...

S.M.A.R.T. Goals 24.12.2018 45:44

Its a bonus podcast! Nick welcomes guest host Brian Gauthier LCSW, LADC to review SMART Goals for the upcoming New Year. See notes below! SMART Goals: Specific 1. Can’t be dependent on someone else 2. Implementation Intentions Measurable 1. Make it performance based 2. Put a number in your goal 3. Setting an upper limit Achievable 1. Be realistic about what you are willing to sacrifice Relevant 1....

#51: Hypnagogic Hallucinations, Unemployment Anxiety, Dating Apps 20.12.2018 54:50

"How do I deal with hypnagogic hallucinations?"; "Now that I'm unemployed I have anxiety"; "What should you do with dating apps?" Today's episode is brought to you by our Theraproducers Robert Brownie Junior Mint and Kyla Lansbury! BECOME A THERAPAL or THERAPOD at www. Patreon.com/therapy ASK YOUR QUESTIONS at www. PodTherapy.net PodTherapyGuys@gmail.com Facebook.com/PodTherapy Twitter.com/PodTher...

#50: In Utero Trauma, Seasonal Depression, Autism Anxiety 13.12.2018 1:01:04

"Is seasonal affective disorder a thing?"; "Can trauma be passed on to a child during pregnancy?"; "How can you treat anxiety without messing with autism's gifts?" Today's episode is brought to you by our Theraproducers Smitty Scoop and Jake Schneider! BECOME A THERAPAL or THERAPOD at www. Patreon.com/therapy ASK YOUR QUESTIONS at www. PodTherapy.net PodTherapyGuys@gmail.com Facebook.com/PodTherap...

#49: Relapse Prevention, Work Anxiety, Overconfident Child 06.12.2018 47:35

"My son graduated rehab, now what?"; "My new job is causing anxiety"; "My son is overconfident, how can I can set him straight?" Today's episode is brought to you by our Theraproducers Grae Whittaker and Dr. Ben Doughn! BECOME A THERAPAL or THERAPOD at www. Patreon.com/therapy ASK YOUR QUESTIONS at www. PodTherapy.net PodTherapyGuys@gmail.com Facebook.com/PodTherapy Twitter.com/PodTherapyGuys TO S...

#48: Rebound Redflags, Divorced Holidays, Couples Therapy 29.11.2018 53:08

"Should I ignore my new girlfriend's redflags even though I'm recently divorced?"; "Should my husband and I try Emotion Focused Therapy?"; "How can a newly divorced dad survive the Holidays?" Today's episode is brought to you by our Theraproducers David Villalon and Judi Schneider! BECOME A THERAPAL or THERAPOD at www. Patreon.com/therapy ASK YOUR QUESTIONS at www. PodTherapy.net PodTherapyGuys@gm...

#47: Boss Trauma, Political Anxiety, Suicide Recovery 22.11.2018 52:54

"How can I overcome the trauma caused by my horrible boss?"; How can I find a therapist when I live overseas?"; "What should I study to become a therapist, and how can I support others who struggle with suicide?"; "Why do politics cause anxiety?" Today's episode is brought to by our Theraproducers Dr. Ben Doughn and Grae Whittaker! BECOME A THERAPAL or THERAPOD at www. Patreon.com/therapy ASK YOUR...

#46: Restraining Order, Relationship with Food, Stage Fright 15.11.2018 55:43

No science this week - too many good questions! "What should I do about my girlfriends ex-husband who threatened to kill me?"; "How can I overcome my relationship with food?"; "What can I do to defeat stage fright?" Today's episode is brought to by our Theraproducers Judy Schneider and Grae Whittaker! BECOME A THERAPAL, or THERAPOD at www. Patreon.com/therapy ASK YOUR QUESTIONS at www. PodTherapy....

#45: Dating Leagues, Addicted Etiquette, Feeling Unwanted 08.11.2018 55:09

Beginning with new data that discusses the existence of desirability leagues and who the data says are the most desirable people ( http://advances.sciencemag.org/content/4/8/eaap9815) , Nick and Jim take on some great questions like: "Should my family drink around my son after he gets out of rehab for drug abuse?" "I feel unwanted when I'm around other people, how can I overcome this?" Today's epi...

#44: Materialism, Future Tripping, Adult Bullying 01.11.2018 52:01

Nick is flying all over the country on his nerd-world-tour so the guys taped this one in advance. This week: "How to fight materialism in adolescents" "Is my addicted sister future tripping by refusing treatment?" "What episodes would you recommend for my new listener girlfriend?" "How do I deal with adult bullying and its after effects?" Today's episode is brought to by our Theraproducers Jake Sc...

#43: Useful Anxiety, Alpha Male Me Too, Over Gaming 25.10.2018 54:11

Taped a few days in the past, this one has some amazing questions. "How can anxiety be useful?" "I'm an alpha male reconciling with me too" "What do you think about online therapy like Better Help?" "Am I playing video games too much?" Today's episode is brought to by our Theraproducers Grae Whittaker and Dr. Ben Doughan! BECOME A THERAPAL, THERAPOD or THERAPRODUCER at... www. Patreon.com/therapy...