Pod Therapy

This week we get a letter about a con-woman who used stuffed animals to say weird things, a nurse experiencing burnout in the ICU, and a person who wants to know if self harm is a valid strategy if done carefullyJoin the pre-show hang out at www.Patreon.com/Therapy and enjoy topical deep dives, psychology movie nights, book clubs, monthly interviews, special side projects and our live discord chat!Check out Dr. Jim's book "Dadvice: 50 Fatherly Life Lessons" at www.DadviceBook.comGrab some swag at our store, www.PodTherapyBaitShop.comSubmit questions to:www.PodTherapy.netPodTherapyGuys@gmail.comFollow us on Social Media:www.Facebook.com/PodTherapywww.Instagram.com/PodTherapyGuyswww.Twitter.com/PodTherapyGuysResources:Suicide Prevention Lifeline - 1-800-273-8255.Veterans Crisis Line - 1-800-273-8255.Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) National Helpline - (1-800-662-HELP (4357)OK2Talk Helpline Teen Helpline - 1 (800) 273-TALK

This week we have questions on whether couples therapy is leading a person on, why people still hurt after getting therapy, and whether EMDR is a real technique for trauma. In this episode we discuss a writer who fears they will have late onset schizophrenia, another who wants to know what the hell "feeling our feelings" means, and last a person who is struggling with self sabotage. Join the pre-show hang out at www.Patreon.com/Therapy and enjoy topical deep dives, psychology movie nights, book clubs, monthly interviews, special side projects and our live discord chat!Check out Dr. Jim's book "Dadvice: 50 Fatherly Life Lessons" at www.DadviceBook.comGrab some swag at our store, www.PodTherapyBaitShop.comSubmit questions to:www.PodTherapy.netPodTherapyGuys@gmail.comFollow us on Social Media:www.Facebook.com/PodTherapywww.Instagram.com/PodTherapyGuyswww.Twitter.com/PodTherapyGuysResources:Suicide Prevention Lifeline - 1-800-273-8255.Veterans Crisis Line - 1-800-273-8255.Substance Abuse & Mental Health Servi

The guys answer questions on fearing confrontation and the difficulty of finding a good therapist. Join the pre-show hang out at www.Patreon.com/Therapy and enjoy topical deep dives, psychology movie nights, book clubs, monthly interviews, special side projects and our live discord chat!Check out Dr. Jim's book "Dadvice: 50 Fatherly Life Lessons" at www.DadviceBook.comGrab some swag at our store, www.PodTherapyBaitShop.comSubmit questions to:www.PodTherapy.netPodTherapyGuys@gmail.comFollow us on Social Media:www.Facebook.com/PodTherapywww.Instagram.com/PodTherapyGuyswww.Twitter.com/PodTherapyGuysResources:Suicide Prevention Lifeline - 1-800-273-8255.Veterans Crisis Line - 1-800-273-8255.Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) National Helpline - (1-800-662-HELP (4357)OK2Talk Helpline Teen Helpline - 1 (800) 273-TALK

Quick PSA: The Patreon version of this episode is not the full 2 hour conversation on religion. It was cut for brevity and comfort, so if you rush to patron the show hoping to access that, you will be disappointed. Sorry. In this episode we discuss a writer who fears they will have late onset schizophrenia, another who wants to know what the hell "feeling our feelings" means, and last a person who is struggling with self sabotage. Join the pre-show hang out at www.Patreon.com/Therapy and enjoy topical deep dives, psychology movie nights, book clubs, monthly interviews, special side projects and our live discord chat!Check out Dr. Jim's book "Dadvice: 50 Fatherly Life Lessons" at www.DadviceBook.comGrab some swag at our store, www.PodTherapyBaitShop.comSubmit questions to:www.PodTherapy.netPodTherapyGuys@gmail.comFollow us on Social Media:www.Facebook.com/PodTherapywww.Instagram.com/PodTherapyGuyswww.Twitter.com/PodTherapyGuysResources:Suicide Prevention Lifeline - 1-800-273-8255.Veterans Crisis Line - 1-800-2

In this show the guys hear from a therapist who is leaving their practice, a person who's partner opened up about their trauma, and a patient who keeps lying to their therapist. Join the pre-show hang out at www.Patreon.com/Therapy and enjoy topical deep dives, psychology movie nights, book clubs, monthly interviews, special side projects and our live discord chat!Check out Dr. Jim's book "Dadvice: 50 Fatherly Life Lessons" at www.DadviceBook.comGrab some swag at our store, www.PodTherapyBaitShop.comSubmit questions to:www.PodTherapy.netPodTherapyGuys@gmail.comFollow us on Social Media:www.Facebook.com/PodTherapywww.Instagram.com/PodTherapyGuyswww.Twitter.com/PodTherapyGuysResources:Suicide Prevention Lifeline - 1-800-273-8255.Veterans Crisis Line - 1-800-273-8255.Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) National Helpline - (1-800-662-HELP (4357)OK2Talk Helpline Teen Helpline - 1 (800) 273-TALK

After a riveting discussion about Nevada during the pre-show, the guys answer questions on getting your hair cut, dating a widow and fostering an Afghan child. Join the pre-show hang out at www.Patreon.com/Therapy and enjoy topical deep dives, psychology movie nights, book clubs, monthly interviews, special side projects and our live discord chat!Check out Dr. Jim's book "Dadvice: 50 Fatherly Life Lessons" at www.DadviceBook.comGrab some swag at our store, www.PodTherapyBaitShop.comSubmit questions to:www.PodTherapy.netPodTherapyGuys@gmail.comFollow us on Social Media:www.Facebook.com/PodTherapywww.Instagram.com/PodTherapyGuyswww.Twitter.com/PodTherapyGuysResources:Suicide Prevention Lifeline - 1-800-273-8255.Veterans Crisis Line - 1-800-273-8255.Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) National Helpline - (1-800-662-HELP (4357)OK2Talk Helpline Teen Helpline - 1 (800) 273-TALK

After a pre-show discussion of whether Jim could fight a gorilla, the guys discuss addiction to masturbating, a woman who was pregnant at 16 years old, and losing your friends when they get married or have kids. Join the pre-show hang out at www.Patreon.com/Therapy and enjoy topical deep dives, psychology movie nights, book clubs, monthly interviews, special side projects and our live discord chat!Check out Dr. Jim's book "Dadvice: 50 Fatherly Life Lessons" at www.DadviceBook.comGrab some swag at our store, www.PodTherapyBaitShop.comSubmit questions to:www.PodTherapy.netPodTherapyGuys@gmail.comFollow us on Social Media:www.Facebook.com/PodTherapywww.Instagram.com/PodTherapyGuyswww.Twitter.com/PodTherapyGuysResources:Suicide Prevention Lifeline - 1-800-273-8255.Veterans Crisis Line - 1-800-273-8255.Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) National Helpline - (1-800-662-HELP (4357)OK2Talk Helpline Teen Helpline - 1 (800) 273-TALK

This one the guys discuss and adult who felt betrayed by their therapist as a child, how to diagnose when there are multiple symptoms of multiple conditions, and a self harming teenager. Join the pre-show hang out at www.Patreon.com/Therapy and enjoy topical deep dives, psychology movie nights, book clubs, monthly interviews, special side projects and our live discord chat!Check out Dr. Jim's book "Dadvice: 50 Fatherly Life Lessons" at www.DadviceBook.comGrab some swag at our store, www.PodTherapyBaitShop.comSubmit questions to:www.PodTherapy.netPodTherapyGuys@gmail.comFollow us on Social Media:www.Facebook.com/PodTherapywww.Instagram.com/PodTherapyGuyswww.Twitter.com/PodTherapyGuysResources:Suicide Prevention Lifeline - 1-800-273-8255.Veterans Crisis Line - 1-800-273-8255.Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) National Helpline - (1-800-662-HELP (4357)OK2Talk Helpline Teen Helpline - 1 (800) 273-TALK

Jim gets to learn words in this one. Also questions on the difference between addiction counselors and mental health counselors, whether people pleasing (fawning) is unhelpful, and whether your marriage is doomed when you realize you are asexual and no longer trying to fix it. Join the pre-show hang out at www.Patreon.com/Therapy and enjoy topical deep dives, psychology movie nights, book clubs, monthly interviews, special side projects and our live discord chat!Check out Dr. Jim's book "Dadvice: 50 Fatherly Life Lessons" at www.DadviceBook.comGrab some swag at our store, www.PodTherapyBaitShop.comShare this episode easily: https://www.spreaker.com/user/10313270/pt231-spreakerSubmit questions to:www.PodTherapy.netPodTherapyGuys@gmail.comFollow us on Social Media:www.Facebook.com/PodTherapywww.Instagram.com/PodTherapyGuyswww.Twitter.com/PodTherapyGuysResources:Suicide Prevention Lifeline - 1-800-273-8255.Veterans Crisis Line - 1-800-273-8255.Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)

Fun time this week as the guys answer questions on overtalking vs overlistening when dating, debating a fictional version of your ex girlfriend, and deciding whether to stay in a stable friendly relationship or go explore the dating world in search of more. Join the pre-show hang out at www.Patreon.com/Therapy and enjoy topical deep dives, psychology movie nights, book clubs, monthly interviews, special side projects and our live discord chat!Check out Dr. Jim's book "Dadvice: 50 Fatherly Life Lessons" at www.DadviceBook.comGrab some swag at our store, www.PodTherapyBaitShop.comShare this episode easily: https://www.spreaker.com/user/10313270/pt231-spreakerSubmit questions to:www.PodTherapy.netPodTherapyGuys@gmail.comFollow us on Social Media:www.Facebook.com/PodTherapywww.Instagram.com/PodTherapyGuyswww.Twitter.com/PodTherapyGuysResources:Suicide Prevention Lifeline - 1-800-273-8255.Veterans Crisis Line - 1-800-273-8255.Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) National Helpline -

Great questions this week as the guys discuss how millenials have a dreadful future depression, the anxiety that comes with living through a pandemic, and how to successful exit a relationship without hurting the other person. Check out Dr. Jim's book "Dadvice: 50 Fatherly Life Lessons" at www.DadviceBook.comJoin the pre-show hang out at www.Patreon.com/Therapy and enjoy topical deep dives, psychology movie nights, book clubs, monthly interviews, special side projects and our live discord chat!Grab some swag at our store, www.PodTherapyBaitShop.comShare this episode easily: https://www.spreaker.com/user/10313270/pt230-spreakerSubmit questions to:www.PodTherapy.netPodTherapyGuys@gmail.comFollow us on Social Media:www.Facebook.com/PodTherapywww.Instagram.com/PodTherapyGuyswww.Twitter.com/PodTherapyGuysResources:Suicide Prevention Lifeline - 1-800-273-8255.Veterans Crisis Line - 1-800-273-8255.Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) National Helpline - (1-800-662-HELP (4357)OK2Talk H

Great questions this week as the guys discuss how millenials have a dreadful future depression, the anxiety that comes with living through a pandemic, and how to successful exit a relationship without hurting the other person. Check out Dr. Jim's book "Dadvice: 50 Fatherly Life Lessons" at www.DadviceBook.comJoin the pre-show hang out at www.Patreon.com/Therapy and enjoy topical deep dives, psychology movie nights, book clubs, monthly interviews, and special side projects.Grab some swag at our store, www.PodTherapyBaitShop.comShare this episode easily: https://www.spreaker.com/user/10313270/pt229-spreakerSubmit questions to:www.PodTherapy.netPodTherapyGuys@gmail.comFollow us on Social Media:www.Facebook.com/PodTherapywww.Instagram.com/PodTherapyGuyswww.Twitter.com/PodTherapyGuysResources:Suicide Prevention Lifeline - 1-800-273-8255.Veterans Crisis Line - 1-800-273-8255.Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) National Helpline - (1-800-662-HELP (4357)OK2Talk Helpline Teen Helpline

Nick has died, may he rest in peace. So Jacob and Jim discuss a question about a foursome that went very wrong and another question about whether its worth it to become a therapist. Check out Dr. Jim's book "Dadvice: 50 Fatherly Life Lessons" at www.DadviceBook.comJoin the pre-show hang out at www.Patreon.com/Therapy and enjoy topical deep dives, psychology movie nights, book clubs, monthly interviews, and special side projects.Grab some swag at our store, www.PodTherapyBaitShop.comShare this episode easily: https://www.spreaker.com/user/10313270/pt228-spreakerSubmit questions to:www.PodTherapy.netPodTherapyGuys@gmail.comFollow us on Social Media:www.Facebook.com/PodTherapywww.Instagram.com/PodTherapyGuyswww.Twitter.com/PodTherapyGuys

Jim and Jacob have covid, the Reddit AMA was a huge success, and the guys answer questions about a woman's husband who has such high libido that he becomes depressed when he doesn't masturbate, a question from a person with long haul anxiety (and whether mental health programs are work are bogus), and coping with divorce while being waitlisted for therapy. Check out Dr. Jim's book "Dadvice: 50 Fatherly Life Lessons" at www.DadviceBook.comJoin the pre-show hang out at www.Patreon.com/Therapy and enjoy topical deep dives, psychology movie nights, book clubs, monthly interviews, and special side projects.Grab some swag at our store, www.PodTherapyBaitShop.comShare this episode easily: https://www.spreaker.com/user/10313270/pt227-spreakerSubmit questions to:www.PodTherapy.netPodTherapyGuys@gmail.comFollow us on Social Media:www.Facebook.com/PodTherapywww.Instagram.com/PodTherapyGuyswww.Twitter.com/PodTherapyGuys

This special extended episode features Brian Brushwood (shwood.com) and we answer questions from a woman dating a man 3x her own age, another woman married to a very selfish man, and whether talking about yourself too much in therapy is bad. Check out Dr. Jim's book "Dadvice: 50 Fatherly Life Lessons" at www.DadviceBook.comJoin the pre-show hang out at www.Patreon.com/Therapy and enjoy topical deep dives, psychology movie nights, book clubs, monthly interviews, and special side projects.Grab some swag at our store, www.PodTherapyBaitShop.comShare this episode easily: https://www.spreaker.com/user/10313270/pt226-brushwood-spreakerSubmit questions to:www.PodTherapy.netPodTherapyGuys@gmail.comFollow us on Social Media:www.Facebook.com/PodTherapywww.Instagram.com/PodTherapyGuyswww.Twitter.com/PodTherapyGuys

**TRIGGER WARNING: As with all our shows, our intended audience are people 18 years and older. This episode contains content that many will find unsuitable for general audiences and perhaps emotionally triggering for themselves.**This week the guys discuss how dental health effects mental health, a writer who confesses to be attracted to children, and how to share the gospel of mental health with your coworkers. Check out Dr. Jim's book "Dadvice: 50 Fatherly Life Lessons" at www.DadviceBook.comJoin the pre-show hang out at www.Patreon.com/Therapy and enjoy topical deep dives, psychology movie nights, book clubs, monthly interviews, and special side projects.Grab some swag at our store, www.PodTherapyBaitShop.comShare this episode easily: https://www.spreaker.com/user/10313270/pt225-spreakerSubmit questions to:www.PodTherapy.netPodTherapyGuys@gmail.comFollow us on Social Media:www.Facebook.com/PodTherapywww.Instagram.com/PodTherapyGuyswww.Twitter.com/PodTherapyGuys

Nick's sister Karie joins the convo this week to address questions on Borderline Personality Disorder and Cannabis, feeling guilt for cutting ties with a toxic brother, and discovering your deceased father wasn't actually your father. Check out Dr. Jim's book "Dadvice: 50 Fatherly Life Lessons" at www.DadviceBook.comJoin the pre-show hang out at www.Patreon.com/Therapy and enjoy topical deep dives, psychology movie nights, book clubs, monthly interviews, and special side projects.Grab some swag at our store, www.PodTherapyBaitShop.comShare this episode easily: https://www.spreaker.com/user/10313270/pt224-spreakerSubmit questions to:www.PodTherapy.netPodTherapyGuys@gmail.comFollow us on Social Media:www.Facebook.com/PodTherapywww.Instagram.com/PodTherapyGuyswww.Twitter.com/PodTherapyGuys

The guys welcome Theraproducer Smitty Scoop to the studio and take on questions about brain freezes after a dangerous situation, fearing an ex boyfriend will harm us, and dealing with your mother while your mourning Check out Dr. Jim's book "Dadvice: 50 Fatherly Life Lessons" at www.DadviceBook.comJoin us at www.Patreon.com/Therapy to access our pre show hang out, topical deep dives, psychology movie nights, book clubs, monthly interviews, and special side projects.Grab some swag at our store, www.PodTherapyBaitShop.comShare this episode easily: https://www.spreaker.com/user/10313270/pt223-spreakerSubmit questions to:www.PodTherapy.netPodTherapyGuys@gmail.comFollow us on Social Media:www.Facebook.com/PodTherapywww.Instagram.com/PodTherapyGuyswww.Twitter.com/PodTherapyGuys

This week the guys deal with questions on experiencing memory loss, how to get th emost out of your therapist, and an update letter about experiencing chronic pain and following through with mental health care. Check out Dr. Jim's book "Dadvice: 50 Fatherly Life Lessons" at www.DadviceBook.comJoin us at www.Patreon.com/Therapy to access our pre show hang out, topical deep dives, psychology movie nights, book clubs, monthly interviews, and special side projects.Grab some swag at our store, www.PodTherapyBaitShop.comShare this episode easily: https://www.spreaker.com/user/10313270/pt221-spreakerSubmit questions to:www.PodTherapy.netPodTherapyGuys@gmail.comFollow us on Social Media:www.Facebook.com/PodTherapywww.Instagram.com/PodTherapyGuyswww.Twitter.com/PodTherapyGuys

Some deep questions this week on making boundaries with an abusive mother, experiencing despair after years of job searching, and how to talk to your spouse about their weight gain. Check out Dr. Jim's book "Dadvice: 50 Fatherly Life Lessons" at www.DadviceBook.comJoin us at www.Patreon.com/Therapy to access our pre show hang out, topical deep dives, psychology movie nights, book clubs, monthly interviews, and special side projects.Grab some swag at our store, www.PodTherapyBaitShop.comShare this episode easily: https://www.spreaker.com/user/10313270/pt221-spreakerSubmit questions to:www.PodTherapy.netPodTherapyGuys@gmail.comFollow us on Social Media:www.Facebook.com/PodTherapywww.Instagram.com/PodTherapyGuyswww.Twitter.com/PodTherapyGuys