Shrinks On Tap

Have you ever walked away from a conversation feeling completely drained... while someone else leaves you feeling calm, supported, and energized? In this episode of Shrinks on Tap, Dr. Lauren Fisher and Dr. Eleni Boosalis explore the psychology behind emotionally draining relationships and why your nervous system responds differently to different people. Together, they discuss: • Why some people l...

Have you ever felt exhausted, overwhelmed, irritable, or emotionally drained—but assumed it was just stress, a busy season, or simply part of life? In this episode of Shrinks on Tap, Dr. Lauren Fisher and Dr. Eleni Boosalis explore the often-overlooked signs of burnout and why so many people experience it without realizing what's really happening. Burnout doesn't always show up as complete...

Have you ever felt responsible for someone else's happiness? Do you find yourself constantly trying to fix problems, rescue loved ones, avoid conflict, or manage other people's emotions? In this episode of Shrinks on Tap, psychologists Dr. Lauren Fisher and Dr. Eleni Boosalis explore codependency, people-pleasing, overfunctioning, and the emotional burden of feeling responsible for everyon...

What actually happens in therapy? If you’ve ever wondered whether therapy is “just talking,” what therapists are actually doing during a session, or how therapy helps people create meaningful change, this episode is for you. In this episode of Shrinks on Tap, Dr. Lauren and Dr. Eleni pull back the curtain on the therapy process and break down what’s really happening in the room. They explore: • Wh...

In this mini episode of Shrinks on Tap, Lauren and Eleni recap our second Women’s Crawl, this time in Falls Church, Virginia. What looked like a fun afternoon out quickly became something deeper: women gathering in community, setting intentions, stepping into their power, sharing honestly, and making space for themselves. We talk about: ✨ what “stepping into your power” looked like for women at t...

Have you ever known something felt off… but stayed anyway? In this episode of Shrinks on Tap, psychologists Lauren Fisher and Eleni Boosalis unpack the red flags women often ignore in dating—from love bombing and inconsistency to emotional unavailability, boundary pushing, and unresolved trauma. They explore why chemistry can cloud judgment, why your nervous system often knows before your mind doe...

What happens when two psychologists decide a bar crawl can become something much bigger than drinks? In this special mini episode of Shrinks on Tap, Dr. Lauren Fisher and Dr. Eleni Boussalas share the story behind the Women’s Crawl… a one-of-a-kind experience designed to bring women together through connection, empowerment, mental health, movement, and community. What began as one unforgettable ga...

If you’ve ever left a relationship wondering, “Was it me?”… this episode is for you. We’re breaking down what narcissistic traits actually look like in real life, how gaslighting shows up in relationships, and why so many people start to question their own thoughts, feelings, and reality. This isn’t just about diagnosing someone as a narcissist. It’s about understanding patterns like: feeling like...

You’re not “too emotional.” You’re holding too much in. And at some point… your body needs a release. In this episode, we’re talking about why so many women suppress what they feel, what that actually does to your nervous system, and why something as simple as using your voice can create a real emotional shift. We also share what happened when 300 women came together and experienced this in real t...

How many times have you said yes… and instantly regretted it? If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, resentful, or burnt out from constantly saying yes to others, you’re not alone. In this episode, we’re breaking down why saying no feels so difficult — and why so many of us fall into people-pleasing patterns without even realizing it. We talk about: • why saying no can trigger anxiety, guilt, and fear •...

We tried something different… and it turned into something much bigger than we expected. In this special episode , we’re recapping our Women’s Crawl — an experience designed to bring women together in a safe, welcoming space to connect, open up, and be themselves. What started as individuals showing up alone quickly became something else entirely. From setting intentions… to letting go of what no...

What if some of your fears, patterns, or emotional reactions didn’t begin in this life? In this episode of Shrinks on Tap , Dr. Lauren Fisher and Dr. Eleni Boosalis explore the idea that certain emotional experiences may feel bigger, deeper, or more persistent than we can easily explain. From recurring relationship patterns to unexplained fears, they discuss how people make meaning of these experi...

Why do we stay on bad dates… even when we know better? In this episode of Shrinks on Tap , Dr. Lauren Fisher and Dr. Eleni Boosalis unpack the psychology behind ignoring red flags, falling for potential, and overriding your intuition in modern dating. Over coffee from Junction Bakery & Bistro , the conversation explores: • Why love bombing can feel so powerful • The difference between chemistr...

A breakup doesn’t just end a relationship. It can shatter your present, your past, and the future you thought you were building. In this episode of Shrinks on Tap , Dr. Lauren Fisher and Dr. Eleni Boosalis are joined by special guest Andrada Florescu, LPC , to explore what really happens after a breakup you didn’t choose — and why so many of us find ourselves dating the “same person” in a differen...

Are you genuinely laidback — or are you avoiding the discomfort required for real change? In this episode of Shrinks on Tap , Dr. Lauren Fischer and Eleni Boosalis explore the often-overlooked difference between emotional ease and emotional avoidance. With trauma-informed insight, real clinical examples, and relatable metaphors, they unpack why growth almost always involves discomfort — and why so...

What really happens when you meditate for 30 hours in a single week? In this episode of Shrinks on Tap , Dr. Lauren Fisher and Dr. Eleni Boosalis share their experience attending an intensive, week-long meditation retreat inspired by the work of Dr. Joe Dispenza . They explore what surprised them, what challenged them, and how extended meditation impacted their nervous systems, habits, and daily l...

Why do we keep repeating the same patterns, even when we know better? In this episode of Shrinks on Tap , Dr. Eleni Boosalis sits down with transformational therapist Andrada Florescu to explore how we unconsciously give away our power — and how to take it back. We talk about autopilot living, repetition compulsion, cognitive dissonance, and why the nervous system resists change. You’ll learn why...

Ever feel like you’re “not yourself” when you’re anxious, angry, perfectionistic, or stuck in self-criticism? In this episode of Shrinks on Tap , Dr. Lauren Fisher and Dr. Eleni Boosalis break down the “parts” inside all of us using the Internal Family Systems (IFS) framework. We talk about why these parts show up, how to spot when you’re operating from a part (instead of your calm, grounded self)...

How do you actually know if your relationship is working? In this episode of Shrinks on Tap , therapists Deborah Grodzicki, and Amy Begnal, LPC unpack the real signs of success in relationships — the ones most couples completely overlook because they’re so focused on what’s wrong. They explore: Why your relationship is probably not doomed , even if it feels stuck How negativity bias and Gottman’s...

The holidays can bring joy — but also stress, overstimulation, and emotional overwhelm. In this Shrinks on Tap holiday special, Lauren and Eleni share grounding practices and after-care rituals to help you stay centered, calm, and intentional through the season. ✨ Going with intention✨ Releasing perfection✨ Listening to your body✨ Regulating your nervous system✨ Creating “after the gathering”...

Why is love so hard? And why do we fight so fiercely to stay connected, even when relationships feel overwhelming? In this special guest-hosted episode of Shrinks On Tap, therapists Amy Begnal, LPC, CRC and Deborah Grodzicki, PhD, MS sit down for a warm, honest, and science-based conversation about why relationships matter , why they challenge us, and how understanding attachment theory , temperam...

If you’ve ever felt stuck — like you’ve done all the therapy, read all the books, and still can’t seem to move forward — this episode is for you. Join Dr. Lauren Fisher and Dr. Eleni Boosalis , holistic and psychedelic therapists and co-owners of Del Ray Psych & Wellness and The Wellness Junction , as they dive deep into the world of ketamine-assisted psychotherapy (KAP). They share what ketam...

In our first episode, Dr. Lauren Fisher and Dr. Eleni Boosalis open up about their journeys to becoming holistic and psychedelic psychologists — and how authenticity, intuition, and intention have become their guiding lights. It’s a candid, heart-centered reflection on what it means to be both a healer and a human. Grab your drink of choice, get comfortable, and join us for a soulful conversation...

Welcome to Shrinks on Tap 🍷 — the podcast where therapy meets real life. Join Dr. Lauren Fisher, PsyD and Dr. Eleni Boosalis, PsyD — holistic and psychedelic psychologists, best friends, and co-owners of Delray Psych & Wellness , Anacortes Psych & Wellness , and The Wellness Junction — as they pour a drink, share stories, and dive into honest conversations about what it really means to be...