Shrinks & Giggles Podcast

In the final episode of Season 1, your favorite psychologists are unpacking the elusive concept of mindfulness vs. meditation in the modern world—where being present somehow competes with notifications, to-do lists, and 47 open tabs in your brain. Is mindfulness actually helping, or has it just become another thing you feel like you’re doing wrong? We break it down, get real about what it looks li...

Are we still Gentle Parenting?  F*ck around and Find Out! Your favorite therapist BFFs dive into the psychology of parenting, comparing methods, and unpacking what it takes to raise emotionally healthy kids in a digital world. Whether you’re a parent, planning to become one, or trying to understand your own upbringing, this episode is packed with practical parenting insights, psychology-based stra...

Are you actually triggered… or is it just your personal brand?  It's just psychology.  In this episode of Shrinks and Giggles, your favorite psychologists break down the internet’s favorite mental health buzzword: “triggers.” What’s the difference between a real trauma trigger and something that’s just become part of your personal brand online? We unpack what clinical trauma and triggers actually...

Why is everyone seeking a mental health diagnosis right now? And what actually changes when you finally get one? In this episode of Shrinks and Giggles, your favorite assessment psychologists break down the psychology behind the rise in ADHD, autism, personality disorder, and other mental health assessments. We explore: Why diagnosis feels validating (and sometimes life-changing) The difference be...

Labels: helpful shorthand or unnecessary baggage?  In this episode of Shrinks & Giggles, we unpack how labels like ADHD, Autism, Bipolar and the like can validate, limit, empower, or accidentally box people in. Spoiler: put down your TikTok. At Aspire Therapy Center we can help you navigate this.  If you are a local in California, Florida and beyond, contact us @aspiretherapycenter.  www.aspir...

We’ve all asked it. We’ve all Googled it.  Asshole… or narcissist?  This week on Shrinks & Giggles, your favorite therapists dive into what actually separates everyday bad behavior from narcissistic traits—and how to protect your peace either way. If you’ve ever left a conversation thinking “was it me??” this episode is for you. For more resources on Narcissism check out our Aspire Therapy Cen...

New year, new you? Yeah… no. In this episode of Shrinks and Giggles , we break down why New Year’s resolutions usually don’t work—and how they often lead to guilt, shame, and burnout instead of growth. From a therapist’s perspective (with plenty of laughs), we talk about the psychology behind resolution culture and what to do instead if you want real change without hating yourself. If January pres...

It’s the most wonderful time of the year… to need coping skills. 🎁 In this Shrinks & Giggles episode, we’re tackling holiday stress, family drama, and the emotional gymnastics required to make it through December. We’re not telling you to “just be grateful.” We are giving you tools to set boundaries, manage expectations, and laugh your way through the chaos. Consider this your mental health s...

In this unhinged-but-educational episode, we stage a prison break from the endless doomscroll spiral. Your favorite therapist-duo dives into why our brains love the dopamine, how the algorithm keeps us locked up without bail, and the surprisingly doable ways to digitally detox with your sanity (mostly) intact. Expect science, sarcasm, and the soft parenting you need to finally put your phone down....

Ever wonder why 25% of people think therapy isn’t for them? This week on Shrinks & Giggles, we dig into the world of therapist shopping — from media stereotypes (“Nobody Wants This,” CYE, and more) to the real red flags, the bad therapists to avoid, and how to choose the right therapist for you. Get ready for a fun, insightful ride. Buckle up and grab your notebook — this list is worth gigglin...

When your feed starts diagnosing you, it’s time to ask: who’s really in charge of your attention? From TikTok tips to “relatable” reels, everyone’s a little bit ADHD online. In this episode of Shrinks and Giggles , your favorite therapists dissect the rise of algorithmic diagnosis, dopamine loops, and the blurred line between real insight and digital noise. We put the cynical in clinical, and sepa...

Despite being more connected than ever before, we have also never felt lonelier...at least that’s what the new study coming from MIT has exposed.  In our very first episode of Shrinks & Giggles we are going head to head with a chatbot therapist to prove that human psychologists still have the upper hand and perhaps AI actually stands for Artificial Intimacy. 

Join your psychologist BFFs, Melissa and Michela as we breakdown pop psychology--the good, the bad, and the just plain confusing. Explore mental health trends and diagnoses as we call it out, clear it up, and laugh along the way. No jargon. No judgment. Just real talk, solid science, and the kind of friendship that comes with finishing each other’s sentences. So grab your coffee, your emotional su...