The Unconventional Therapists’ Guide to Nothing

Send us a text(Re-release from July 2022) The seven deadly sins were proposed so that your immortal soul would find peace in heaven, but what purpose did they serve for those in power here on earth? Join Dave and Greg as they discover how the 7 deadly sins are both a sinister tool, and potentially sensible cautions for the existence of society. Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s...

Send us a text(Re-release from June 2022) Imagine being stuck on a lighthouse miles away from society with someone you dislike while outside there seems to be never-ending storms. Now imagine that person sitting across from you dies, leaving you isolated and paranoid. Hear the harrowing story of Smalls Lighthouse and learn what it is about isolation that can drive us to psychosis. Support the show...

Send us a textWe understand it to be self evident that not all podcasts are created equal. If that sounds a little Declaration of Independence, you’re onto something. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss “The American Dream” what is was, what it is, and what it should be. Also discover if the founding fathers had the formula for living a happy meaningful life. Support the showFollow The Unconvention...

Send us a textShowing the world who we are is easy for most people, but what if it came with consequences. What if it could sever your connections to family, friends, work, or religion? Join Dave and Greg as they discuss the difficulties of coming out, and the consequences of an inauthentic life. Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unc...

Send us a textThe middle passage, part of the transatlantic slave route was filled with despair, disease, anguish, unimaginable fear, and trauma on a level unparalleled. Join Dave and Greg as they discussion the conditions on the ships and the self deceit it took to perpetuate the cruelty needed so that the economic engine of slavery could continue. Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therap...

Send us a text71% of all high school dropouts, 90% of homeless and runaways, 63% of youth suicides, and over 80% of the prison population all share one thing in common, or we should say lack of one thing, and that’s the presence of a father. In honor of Father’s Day Join Dave and Greg as they discuss the importance of being a father. Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to N...

Send us a textMaybe the biggest mystery for us all is what happens when we die. Most of us want to believe that there is more than just this mortal existence. Could the phenomenon of children remembering past lives be proof of the soul’s existence? Join Dave and Greg as they try to better understand the psychology behind this specific form of reincarnation. Support the showFollow The Unconventiona...

Send us a textIs it possible to be a family man, church leader, scout leader, and horrifying criminal? Is it possible to be born evil? Join Dave and Greg as they discuss the psychology and crimes of serial killer Dennis Rader, also known as BTK. Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unconventionaltherapistsguidetonothingTwitter: @UTGN_Po...

Send us a textNietzsche said “if you crush a cockroach you’re a hero, but if you crush a beautiful butterfly you are a villain.” It’s interesting how we view beauty and ugliness as having an objective morality. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss the psychology of ugliness through the fascinating story of Joseph Merrick…Aka “The Elephant Man”Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Gui...

Send us a textListener recommendation: Join Dave and Greg as they discuss therapy, what it is, what it isn’t, and their thoughts on how to get the most out of it. Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unconventionaltherapistsguidetonothingTwitter: @UTGN_PodcastIntro and Outro music by 13th Ward Social ClubFollow on Instagram at @13thward...

Send us a textAs Mother’s Day approaches we thought it would be fitting to pay homage to all the women doing the incredible work of raising children. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss Mom Guilt, and Depleted Mother Syndrome, what it is, and what you can do about it. Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unconventionaltherapistsguidetono...

Send us a text“Catcher in the Rye” is considered one of the most important novels ever written, it’s also consistently on lists of banned books, and has been found on the person of multiple murders, and stalkers. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss this controversial American Classic. Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unconventionalth...

Send us a textAutism spectrum disorder is a developmental diagnosis that impacts how a person perceives and socializes with others. This can cause issues for an individuals interpersonal skills, and socialization. The disorder also includes a wide range of symptoms lending use to the term “spectrum”. Join Dave and Greg as they share their experiences, discuss what it is and what it isn’t, and try...

Send us a textEnneagram is a system of typology that utilizes a symbol comprised of 3 different shapes, it breaks personality down into 9 types. It has its roots in ancient philosophy and mysticism, but also is used in modern psychology. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss its validity, uses, and limitations. Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Ins...

Send us a textIf there was a Mount Rushmore for psychology our Subject today would definitely make the cut. Today we talk about the mythopoetic, esoteric, and eccentric genius that would expound on Freuds theory and create a framework of thought, identifying a collective soul of humanity that would influence us all whether we realize it or not. Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s...

Send us a textKetamine is a dissociative anesthetic typically used to induce anesthesia, as well as manage pain. It’s used recreationally and can be extremely dangerous, closely related to PCP. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss the promising possibilities for this drug as a treatment for mental health conditions, especially depression and suicidality. Support the showFollow The Unconventional The...

Send us a textThe Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints decided they would move on from the practice of polygamy in the early 20th century. Not all members agreed which caused a fracture where some practitioners wanted to follow more fundamentalists teaching. The FLDS was born and created fertile ground for Warren Jeffs to plant his evil seeds. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss polygamy, Wa...

Send us a textThe prophecy claimed that a virginal maid would emerge from the woods and regain the crown for France…in 1412 Joan of Arc was born a peasant and by the time she was a teenager she would be leading the would be kings army to end the 100 years war for France, all guided by her communication with the divine. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss her extraordinary life, and try to understan...

Send us a textBetween the years 1845-1852 the Irish lost 1/8 of its population to starvation and related illness, while an equal amount emigrated away from the country. These horrific conditions caused lasting effects on the Irish that have lasted into the present. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss The Irish Potato famine. Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on...

Send us a textWorld religions, philosophy, and literature have always been trying to answer the question, what happens when we die? Some say they have the answers, and how have they acquired this ethereal knowledge? Well, in short, they have been there. Join Dave and Greg as they explore heaven and and discuss near death experiences. Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to N...

Send us a textWhen thinking of a Renaissance names like Da Vinci and Shakespeare, come to mind, but America has a Renaissance of its own, and instead of recycling a culture it was about creating one. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss the philosophy, literature, music, and movement that is the Harlem Renaissance. Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social medi...

Send us a textCharming, good looking, intelligent, and artistic. Rodney Alcala seemed to be an attractive young man with a ton of potential. Maybe that is why he was picked on his 1978 appearance on the dating game. As the country watched the playful banter between potential lovers, they had no idea that they were being entertained by evil incarnate. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss the horrific...

Send us a textJoin Dave and Greg as they celebrate Valentine’s Day by discussing Gary Chapmans famous, or perhaps infamous self help book “The Five Love Languages”. Discover how it has permeated public consciousness, and how effective it can be as a relationship improvement tool. Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unconventionaltherap...

Send us a textThe Malleus Maleficarum is a 600 page treatise designed to popularize, categorize, and vilify the ideas of witchcraft, and magic. It was used to combat the “witch craze” in Europe, and eventually America. Join Dave and Greg as they explore this text written to explain the inexplicable. Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @...

Send us a textWe have all encountered somebody who displays narcissistic tendencies. We may even at times notice them in ourselves. What exactly are these personality traits and when do they become a diagnosable condition? Join Dave and Greg as they discuss what is, and what isn’t Narcissistic Personality Disorder. Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social me...