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Pod Therapy

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Mental Health
Therapy
Anxiety
Trauma
Teenagers
EMDR Therapy
Social Work
Developmental Disabilities
Holiday Movies
Work-Life Balance
Grieving Process
Addiction
Pregnancy Loss
Survivor's Guilt
Relationships
Adulting
Grief
Family Dynamics
Gender Expectations
Seasonal Affective Disorder

An explicit comedy and mental health question & answer show with real therapists. Balanced with equal parts irreverent humor and compassionate sincerity, Pod Therapy answers real people's questions about life, love, mental health, health and everything else every week. Ask your questions anonymously and read our show disclaimers at www.PodTherapy.net.

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This week we answer questions from a female wondering if she should treat her daddy issues with a male therapist, a wife who's husband has political anxiety, and a mother whos autistic son is being denied food at church as a punishment.

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This week we discuss a person who's friend has hurt their other friends, we discuss what trauma is (trigger warning: childhood sexual trauma) and we hear a reply letter from a writer who chose not to reconcile with their father.

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Recent Guests

Dr. Jared
Clinical psychologist who works with adults.
Episode: #379: Toxic Workplace Trauma, Anxiety after Layoff, Sentimental Hoarding
Rick Hanson
Psychologist, Senior Fellow at UC Berkeley's Greater Good Science Center, and New York Times bestselling author.
UC Berkeley, Global Compassion Coalition
Episode: #359: Dr. Rick Hanson
Moxy Jillette
A guest magician and friend of the show
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Episode: #332: Pre-Stress Prep, Avoiding Sad Friends, Maximizing Monthly Therapy

Hosts

Jim
Host and therapist, providing compassionate insights on mental health topics.
Nick Tangeman
Co-host and therapist, bringing humor and insightful advice to discussions.
Whitney
Co-host and source of humor and empathy during therapy discussions.
Jacob
Co-host offering humor and technical expertise as the audio engineer.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 283 ratings
  • A vote for Jim

    Great podcast, especially all the times when Jim opens his holy mouth. His voice is just the right volume for my ears and everything he says makes me think he must have had a doctorate, at one point. 10/10, especially Jim.

    Signed,

    ahs19yo

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rosenstrings
    United States15 days ago
  • My favorite therapy podcast!

    How is it possible for a podcast to be this good? The mix of practical, down-to-earth advice and humor makes it incredibly binge-worthy! Jim has the perfect podcast host voice, so much knowledge, and he always ties each question together so beautifully at the end. There is perfect chemistry between all hosts.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Starburst-999
    United Statesa month ago
  • Great show!

    Nick, Jim, Whitney and Jacob are awesome. The attributes of this show are informative and funny. It’s a veritable reservoir of information. Pillow.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DreadRabbit13
    United States3 months ago
  • Need a Map?

    For anyone who appreciates learning about therapy and mental health concepts while enjoying trivia and genuine conversation, Pod Therapy, hits the sweet spot. It's the rare educational podcast that never feels like homework, and I find myself both more knowledgeable about psychology and more confident in my geography skills after each episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Monty452
    United States10 months ago
  • Awesome

    They are awesome. Listen. Are you listening? Go listen now.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Grayboo
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners appreciate the blend of humor and serious insights, finding it both educational and entertaining.
Many reviews highlight the relatable and compassionate approach to mental health topics.

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#418: Moving Away from Fiancé, Chronic Illness Isolation
Q: What do I do about isolation with chronic illness?
It's essential to connect with people you can trust and find ways to reach out for support, even if that circle is small.
417: Responding to online haters, Returning to post conflict baseline
Q: How do I deal with online haters and the feelings of ennui it brings?
Focus on your appreciation from supporters and reinforce your self-worth while engaging in creative pursuits.
#415: Wife No Longer Wants Children, Weightloss Shame Spiral
Q: How do I calm this down? Can I feel pleased with my body despite the fact, the joy that comes from not having a fatter body? How do I heal the hurt parts of my heart?
Finding things about your body that you do like and acknowledging them can help in healing from negative body image.
#411: Self compassion, Stuck in a Slump, Ethical Therapy in Spanish
Q: How can I work on being more self-compassionate and accepting of my struggles?
It requires recognizing the emotional wall blocking compassionate words and gestures and retraining your internal dialogue to reflect kindness and understanding.
#410: Feeling constant shame, Flirting with a Friend, Perfectionism
Q: Is it normal to feel constant anxiety about doing something wrong?
Yes, it often relates to upbringing and can lead to behaviors such as avoidance and hyper-vigilance.

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This show is an engaging combination of humor and in-depth exploration of mental health topics, presented by trained therapists. It creatively tackles real-life questions from listeners, ranging from personal relationships to cultural issues, while also incorporating entertaining anecdotes and insights. The unique blend of levity and sincerity allows listeners to approach potentially serious topics in a comfortable manner, making it both educational and enjoyable. The hosts' chemistry shines as they deliver advice with warmth, turning complex psychological concepts into relatable discussions filled with laughs.

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Pod Therapy launched 8 years ago and published 437 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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