Pod Therapy

We celebrate our 100th episode by playing a game meant to encourage conversation between couples in therapy, and answer a question about finding enjoyment in one's job. This week's THERAPRODUCER sponsors are Nathan's Hotdog Scoop and Dr. Ben Doughan!BECOME A THERAPAL or THERAPOD atwww.Patreon.com/therapyASK YOUR QUESTIONS atwww.PodTherapy.netPodTherapyGuys@gmail.comFacebook.com/PodTherapyTwitter.com/PodTherapyGuysTO SHARE THIS EPISODE COPY/PASTE:https://www.spreaker.com/user/10313270/ep100

In this week's episode, the guys discuss talk about the benefits exercise has on the brain and we answer questions about a guy who's upset about the way his girlfriend dresses, and another who is concerned about his girlfriend buying a dog without discussing it with him. This week's THERAPRODUCER sponsors are... no one. Sorry, this was a bank episode and we didn't know when we'd be using it. BECOME A THERAPAL or THERAPOD atwww.Patreon.com/therapyASK YOUR QUESTIONS atwww.PodTherapy.netPodTherapyGuys@gmail.comFacebook.com/PodTherapyTwitter.com/PodTherapyGuysTO SHARE THIS EPISODE COPY/PASTE:https://www.spreaker.com/user/10313270/ep99

Tips for surviving the holidays with family, how to focus at work, how to help a friend who won't get help. This week's THERAPRODUCER sponsors are David Datascoop Villalon and Judi Schneider! BECOME A THERAPAL or THERAPOD atwww.Patreon.com/therapyASK YOUR QUESTIONS atwww.PodTherapy.netPodTherapyGuys@gmail.comFacebook.com/PodTherapyTwitter.com/PodTherapyGuysTO SHARE THIS EPISODE COPY/PASTE:https://www.spreaker.com/user/10313270/pt98-spreaker

The guys break down techniques for treating procrastination and answer questions about a Mom's mental health and getting therapy for weight. This week's THERAPRODUCER sponsors are Robert Brownie Junior Mint and Kyla Lansbury! BECOME A THERAPAL or THERAPOD atwww.Patreon.com/therapyASK YOUR QUESTIONS atwww.PodTherapy.netPodTherapyGuys@gmail.comFacebook.com/PodTherapyTwitter.com/PodTherapyGuysTO SHARE THIS EPISODE COPY/PASTE:https://www.spreaker.com/user/10313270/ep97-spreaker

Jim masochistically deep dives back into why laws against conversion therapy aren't effective, and the guys answer a question about suicidal ideation and knowing when its time to have children. This week's THERAPRODUCER sponsors are Smitty Scoop and Jake Schneider! BECOME A THERAPAL or THERAPOD atwww.Patreon.com/therapyASK YOUR QUESTIONS atwww.PodTherapy.netPodTherapyGuys@gmail.comFacebook.com/PodTherapyTwitter.com/PodTherapyGuysTO SHARE THIS EPISODE COPY/PASTE:https://www.spreaker.com/user/10313270/pt96-spreaker

Happy Halloween! We do a wrap-up of Sober October, talk about mental health in Halloween movies, we answer some questions about making big decisions and how to help a teenage daughter. This week's THERAPRODUCER sponsors are Nathan's Hotdog Scoop and Dr. Ben Doughan!BECOME A THERAPAL or THERAPOD atwww.Patreon.com/therapyASK YOUR QUESTIONS atwww.PodTherapy.netPodTherapyGuys@gmail.comFacebook.com/PodTherapyTwitter.com/PodTherapyGuysTO SHARE THIS EPISODE COPY/PASTE:https://www.spreaker.com/user/10313270/ep-95

It's Sober October week 4! We discuss a relapse vs a lapse and what should be learned from them, we answer a question about getting into the chores mindset to get tasks done, and we take a question from a person who has a mother who is a hoarder. This week's THERAPRODUCER sponsors are David Datascoop Villalon and Judi Schneider!BECOME A THERAPAL or THERAPOD atwww.Patreon.com/therapyASK YOUR QUESTIONS atwww.PodTherapy.netPodTherapyGuys@gmail.comFacebook.com/PodTherapyTwitter.com/PodTherapyGuysTO SHARE THIS EPISODE COPY/PASTE:https://www.spreaker.com/user/10313270/pt94-spreaker

It's Sober October week 3 and we discuss Cognitive Reframing. We have "Scoops" joining us in the studio this week. Big PodTherapy welcome to Scoopitor Ascending, Sara "Scoopy Doo", TheraProducer Nathan's Hotdog Scoop, and PodTherapy Legal Representative Leon K.! We answer listener mail about improving a child's self-esteem and what to do about old habits. This week's THERAPRODUCER sponsors are Robert Brownie Junior Mint and Kyla Lansbury!BECOME A THERAPAL or THERAPOD atwww.Patreon.com/therapyASK YOUR QUESTIONS atwww.PodTherapy.netPodTherapyGuys@gmail.comFacebook.com/PodTherapyTwitter.com/PodTherapyGuysTO SHARE THIS EPISODE COPY/PASTE:https://www.spreaker.com/user/10313270/ep-93

Sober October week 2 is off and running with special guest Frozen 49th Scoop! This week's THERAPRODUCER sponsors are Smitty Scoop and Jake Schneider!BECOME A THERAPAL or THERAPOD atwww.Patreon.com/therapyASK YOUR QUESTIONS atwww.PodTherapy.netPodTherapyGuys@gmail.comFacebook.com/PodTherapyTwitter.com/PodTherapyGuysTO SHARE THIS EPISODE COPY/PASTE:https://www.spreaker.com/user/10313270/pt92-spreakerNeuroplasticity: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ELpfYCZa87g

This week Therapod Shayla and Andrew join us in studio. We discuss how to recognize vulnerability when making life changes, and answer listener mail about "why do I cry," and "gambling addiction." This week's THERAPRODUCER sponsors are Nathan's Hotdog Scoop and Dr. Ben Doughan!BECOME A THERAPAL or THERAPOD atwww.Patreon.com/therapyASK YOUR QUESTIONS atwww.PodTherapy.netPodTherapyGuys@gmail.comFacebook.com/PodTherapyTwitter.com/PodTherapyGuysTO SHARE THIS EPISODE COPY/PASTE:https://www.spreaker.com/user/10313270/ep-91

This week Theraproducer Datascoop and Therapod Andrea join us in studio to discuss what its like to manage an addicted family member, how to address boundaries with your father, and whether Pod Therapy is actually bad for you. **UPDATE: Data's son entered rehab a few hours after we wrapped. This week's THERAPRODUCER sponsors are David Datascoop Villalon and Judi Schneider!BECOME A THERAPAL or THERAPOD atwww.Patreon.com/therapyASK YOUR QUESTIONS atwww.PodTherapy.netPodTherapyGuys@gmail.comFacebook.com/PodTherapyTwitter.com/PodTherapyGuysTO SHARE THIS EPISODE COPY/PASTE:https://www.spreaker.com/user/10313270/pt90-spreaker

The guys answer listener mail about the need to seek closure at the end of a relationship, how to be a support to a survivor of trauma, and overcoming Bipolar Disorder. This week's THERAPRODUCER sponsors are Robert Brownie Jr Mint and Kyla Lansbury!BECOME A THERAPAL or THERAPOD atwww.Patreon.com/therapyASK YOUR QUESTIONS atwww.PodTherapy.netPodTherapyGuys@gmail.comFacebook.com/PodTherapyTwitter.com/PodTherapyGuysTO SHARE THIS EPISODE COPY/PASTE:https://www.spreaker.com/user/10313270/ep-89

8 Tips for getting motivated and how to deal with a father's Alzheimers. This week's THERAPRODUCER sponsors are Smitty Scoop and Jake Schneider!BECOME A THERAPAL or THERAPOD at www.Patreon.com/therapyASK YOUR QUESTIONS at www.PodTherapy.net PodTherapyGuys@gmail.com Facebook.com/PodTherapy Twitter.com/PodTherapyGuys TO SHARE THIS EPISODE COPY/PASTE: https://www.spreaker.com/user/10313270/pt88-spreaker

TheraProducer Ellie O'Daire stops by the studio. We discuss challenges in the Trans community and areas of support. We answer listener mail about "Boundaries with an Abusive Parent." Be sure to check out Ellie's YouTube page. Just search "Ellie O'Daire." Trans Lifeline: (877) 565-8860This week's THERAPRODUCER sponsors are Nathan's Hotdog Scoop and Dr. Ben Doughan!BECOME A THERAPAL or THERAPOD at www.Patreon.com/therapyASK YOUR QUESTIONS at www.PodTherapy.net PodTherapyGuys@gmail.com Facebook.com/PodTherapy Twitter.com/PodTherapyGuys TO SHARE THIS EPISODE COPY/PASTE: https://www.spreaker.com/user/10313270/ep-87

Dr. Yakov Smirnoff (yes, the famous 80's and 90's comedian) joins us to discuss his thesis "The Law of Laughter". Also we answer a question about opening up with a therapist and announce our 2019 Fantasy Football League for patreons! This week's THERAPRODUCER sponsors are David Datascoop Villalon and Judi Schneider!BECOME A THERAPAL or THERAPOD at www.Patreon.com/therapyASK YOUR QUESTIONS at www.PodTherapy.net PodTherapyGuys@gmail.com Facebook.com/PodTherapy Twitter.com/PodTherapyGuys TO SHARE THIS EPISODE COPY/PASTE: https://www.spreaker.com/user/10313270/pt86-spreaker

Dr. Drew sends in a video thanking us for our great work and we answer questions about a elder father caring for a family member with parkinsons, toxic in laws and brother in law stressing out a family, and what to expect during your intake session with a therapist. This week's THERAPRODUCER sponsors are Robert Brownie Jr Mint and Kyla Lansbury!BECOME A THERAPAL or THERAPOD at www.Patreon.com/therapyASK YOUR QUESTIONS at www.PodTherapy.net PodTherapyGuys@gmail.com Facebook.com/PodTherapy Twitter.com/PodTherapyGuys TO SHARE THIS EPISODE COPY/PASTE: https://www.spreaker.com/user/10313270/pt85-spreaker

The guys address some great questions in today's show. Nick and Jim discuss setting boundaries with family members at a funeral, their thoughts on phone counseling, and how to deal with the past abuse from an ex. Sorry for the less than professional sound quality. We should be back in the studio next week. This week's THERAPRODUCER sponsors are Smitty Scoop and Jake Schneider!BECOME A THERAPAL or THERAPOD at www.Patreon.com/therapyASK YOUR QUESTIONS at www.PodTherapy.net PodTherapyGuys@gmail.com Facebook.com/PodTherapy Twitter.com/PodTherapyGuys TO SHARE THIS EPISODE COPY/PASTE: https://www.spreaker.com/user/10313270/ep-84

We discuss the comments of President Trump regarding the mass shootings in Dayton Ohio and El Paso Texas. We examine the truth of President Trump's claim that "Mental Illness pulled the trigger, not the gun" in these mass shootings and whether violent video games are contributing to gun violence. Lastly we welcome Michael Sodini, a gun rights advocate who's organization, Walk the Talk America, is trying to help gun owners access mental health care. FBI Report: https://www.fbi.gov/file-repository/pre-attack-behaviors-of-active-shooters-in-us-2000-2013.pdfBECOME A THERAPAL or THERAPOD at www.Patreon.com/therapyASK YOUR QUESTIONS at www.PodTherapy.net PodTherapyGuys@gmail.com Facebook.com/PodTherapy Twitter.com/PodTherapyGuys TO SHARE THIS EPISODE COPY/PASTE: https://www.spreaker.com/user/10313270/pt83-patreonspreaker

We're back in the studio to answer listener mail about finding your identity after losing weight, vacationing without your spouse, and dealing with work troubles. This week's THERAPRODUCER sponsors are Nathan's Hotdog Scoop and Dr. Ben Doughan!BECOME A THERAPAL or THERAPOD at www.Patreon.com/therapyASK YOUR QUESTIONS at www.PodTherapy.net PodTherapyGuys@gmail.com Facebook.com/PodTherapy Twitter.com/PodTherapyGuys TO SHARE THIS EPISODE COPY/PASTE: https://www.spreaker.com/user/10313270/ep-82

The guys answer listener mail about dealing with body image issues in a relationship, how to cope with a terminal diagnosis of a loved one, and wondering what my therapist thinks of me. This week's THERAPRODUCER sponsors are David "Data Scoop" Villalon and Judi Schneider!BECOME A THERAPAL or THERAPOD at www.Patreon.com/therapyASK YOUR QUESTIONS at www.PodTherapy.net PodTherapyGuys@gmail.com Facebook.com/PodTherapy Twitter.com/PodTherapyGuys TO SHARE THIS EPISODE COPY/PASTE: https://www.spreaker.com/user/10313270/ep-81