Shit Your Shrink Thinks

Today the shrinks continue to discuss the complicated process of grieving.  We review the normal reactions to grief - don't worry, your ball of feelings is probably typical! 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 individ...

Today the shrinks discuss the complicated process of grieving.  We review the many things that can cause grief and misconceptions about the process. 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 hea...

Today the shrinks discuss the third portion of burnout and some more traditional strategies to get around 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 entertainment purposes only.  This is not intended as individual medical or mental health advise.  Listening to this podcast...

Today the shrinks discuss the second portion of burnout and some sneaky strategies that you can use to get around it.  Look out, the gloves are off on these skills. 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 medic...

Today the shrinks discuss burnout, vicarious trauma, compassion and all of the other fun things that make you not want to go to work. 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.  Li...

Today the shrinks continue to discuss failing!  Why do we fall down, Bruce?  A little Batman reference, anyone? Let's understand why we fail so often so that we can fly a little more. 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...

Today the shrinks discuss failing! Let's understand why we fail so often so that we can fly a little more. 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 doe...

Ever leave your body and go on adventure to a different time and place? Welp. You might be dissociating.  Let's discuss! 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 th...

In today's episode we educate the masses on the pyramid!!! Not the food pyramid, the needs pyramid.  Let's learn about Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs.   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 he...

Time to get spooky psychology friends!  We are telling ghost stories in the summer.  Join us for times when therapy gets haunted.   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 discuss the very often misunderstood and misdiagnosed Borderline Personality Disorder.  Tune in for some helpful corrections!   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 healt...

In this episode we discuss specific types of personality disorder, particularly cluster B and C.  Let your freak flag fly!   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 the clinical term "personality disorder", what this means, and how it looks in real life.  It takes all types to make the world go 'round.   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 me...

In this episode we discuss how to use acceptance as a tool for your mental health.  We learn about common misconceptions of acceptance and the specific definition and tools used for acceptance in therapy.   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....

In this episode we discuss problem solving skills using a formal treatment called problem solving therapy. Original name, huh?   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.  Listeni...

This week we discuss how to treat symptoms related to trauma and stress. There are many paths to Rome!   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...

Today we discuss the diagnostic criteria for trauma and stressor related disorders.  We differentiate between stress, trauma, and everything in between. 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...

In this episode we discuss how to support yourself using the 6 levels of validation.  This is a ninja level skill but we believe in you!   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 dialectical behavioral therapy concept of 6 levels of validation. 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...

Today we discuss how managing your physical responses can help to improve your emotional health and wellbeing.  Let's deep dive into the complementary and alternative treatment, biofeedback. 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 in...

In this episode we differentiate introversion from extroversion and the scientific evidence to support these personality traits.   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.  Liste...

Today we dive deep into a specific form of aggression, domestic violence.  Buckle up buttercups.  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 ini...

In this episode we discuss the different types of violence and why people use aggressive behaviors. 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 n...

If you are enjoying our episodes please consider donating to  What happens if you struggle with sleep?  Today we discuss tips for improving sleep and reducing insomnia.     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 podca...

In today's episode we talk about what sleep does for us and the importance of getting some ZZZs.     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 no...