TherapyPages Podcast

In this episode of Therapy Pages, we discuss Building a Life Worth Living by Marsha Linehan — a deeply personal memoir about suffering, recovery, and the creation of Dialectical Behavior Therapy. As psychotherapists, we reflect on how DBT has influenced not only our clinical work with clients navigating trauma, emotional overwhelm, and hopelessness, but also our own personal lives. We explore the...

The Untethered Soul by Michael A. Singer invites us to step back from the constant chatter in our minds and find a little more space, calm, and perspective. For many people, that shift alone can feel freeing. At the same time, the idea of simply “letting go” can feel easier said than done—especially if you’ve been through hard or overwhelming experiences. It’s a meaningful and helpful book, but no...

In a world that constantly pushes us to move faster, The Things You See Only When You Slow Down invites us to pause—and notice what we’ve been missing. Through gentle wisdom and practical reflections, this book reminds us that clarity, peace, and connection don’t come from doing more, but from being more present. In this episode, we explore how slowing down isn’t about escaping life—it’s about ful...

In this episode, we explore the healing power of connection through the whimsical and moving novel We'll Prescribe You a Cat. From attachment and emotional regulation to purpose and presence, we discuss how this story mirrors real therapeutic themes - and why sometimes healing doesn't come in a bottle, but with whiskers This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscri...

In this episode, we dive into Junot Díaz’s The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao through a mental health lens. We explore how Oscar, a self-proclaimed “ghetto nerd,” navigates the heavy intersection of familial trauma , social isolation, and the crushing weight of cultural expectations. Beyond the magical realism of the fukú curse, we discuss the very real “curses” of depression and the struggle to...

Today we are talking about the book The Gift. We both found this book very powerful and filled with life lessons for anytime but especially relevant today. Come hang out with us for an hour and learn about this wonderful book, which truly is a Gift! Listener Reflection Worksheet — The Gift by Edith Eva Eger Before You Listen — Emotional Check-In Right now I feel (circle or note what fits): Overwhe...

Have you ever felt overwhelmed by things and behaviors in your life that no longer serve you? What would it be like to take time to curate your belongings and not buy anything unnecessary for a year? Join us as we discuss The year of less: how I stopped shopping, gave away my belongings, and discovered life is worth more than anything you can buy in a store by Cait Flanders LISTENER WORKSHEET — TH...

In this episode we explore Irvin Yalom’s beloved classic The Gift of Therapy and the timeless lessons he offers clinicians about presence, honesty, and the therapeutic relationship. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit therapypages.substack.com