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A mental health show where actual, licensed therapists open up about what they’re really thinking, while answering the internet’s most burning mental health questions. And by burning mental health questions, we mean the stuff you’re posting about anonymously on Reddit in the middle of the night. These therapists aren’t holding back. They’re telling you what they really think including the things t... more

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Brittney Scott, licensed therapist, joins Kristie and Felicia to unpack the dynamics of mother-daughter relationships ahead of Mother’s Day. They discuss everything from why this is a specialized therapeutic focus to the ethics of going no-contact. more

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Dr. Lindsay Cavanagh, psychologist and marriage expert, joins Kristie and Felicia to unpack the strategies for long-term intimacy. They discuss the emotional aspect of desire: how mental load and systemic stressors can make or break the spark in pare... more

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Therapists Julie Goldberg joins Kristie and Felicia to unpack the mechanics of nervous system regulation and offer a practical, somatic perspective on mental health. They explore the range of human response from fight-or-flight to shutdown. This epis... more

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Financial therapist Lindsay Bryan-Podvin joins Kristie and Felicia to unpack the psychological roots of our bank accounts. They center the conversation on the emotional landscape of money: how one’s childhood and systemic failures, not personal incom... more

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Recent Guests

Brittney Scott
Licensed professional counselor and coach focused on mother–daughter relationships
Mother Daughter Relationship Show (host Brittney)
Episode: How Can Mother-Daughter Relationships Heal? Building a Deeper and Healthier Connection
Lindsay Cavanagh
Psychologist and marriage expert
Episode: How Can We Get The Spark Back? Strategies for Long-Term Relationship Intimacy
Julie Goldberg
Trauma-informed therapist, founder of Third Nature Therapy
Third Nature Therapy
Episode: How Do I Regulate My Nervous System? Resetting Your System & Managing Stress
Lindsay Bryan-Podvin
Certified Financial Therapist, author of The Financial Anxiety Solution
Mind Money Balance
Episode: Why Am I Anxious About Money? Healing Your Financial Psychology
Erica Bonham
Licensed professional counselor, certified EMDR clinician, consultant, trainer, bestselling author, nervous system regulation coach
Independent clinician (implied through bio in episode)
Episode: Talking in Therapy isn’t Enough? Reprocessing Trauma with EMDR
Colette Jane Fehr
Licensed psychotherapist and relationship expert, author
Colette Fehr, psychotherapy practice and author of The Cost of Quiet
Episode: How Do I Get Over Someone? The Science of Heartbreak with Colette J. Fehr
KC Davis
Licensed professional counselor, author, speaker and founder of Struggle Care
Struggle Care
Episode: Why Am I So Messy? Reasons You’re Messy with KC Davis
Jeff Guenther
Licensed professional therapist with 20+ years in private practice; creator of TherapyJeff on TikTok/Instagram; host of Problem Solved
TherapyJeff / private practice
Episode: How Can I Enjoy Dating? Dating Advice From Therapy Jeff
Dr. Rebecca Lyles
Psychiatric nurse practitioner and founder of the Mind Medicine Clinic
Mind Medicine Clinic
Episode: Do I Have ADHD? What ADHD Looks Like In Women

Hosts

Kristie Plantinga
Host and founder of Best Therapists; co-host guiding discussions with clinical expertise.
Felicia Keller Boyle
Licensed somatic therapist; co-host providing clinical advisory and interview leadership.

Reviews

3.9 out of 5 stars from 286 ratings
  • Topics Need Attention

    This is such a good idea for a podcast and Ep 1 was a banger,

    but then the topics kind of fell off--maybe because of the structure imposed by having guests? It dropped the "what your therapist thinks" angle for something more like "typical therapy topics." I think it can bring its edge back if it reconnects with its original mission ❤️

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    5
    Violet Paget
    United States2 months ago
  • So heteronormative

    I was very excited to listen to this because the topics are so relevant and interesting. However, their approach takes for granted that listeners are straight women. If that’s your niche, okay—but say so up front. However, a more inclusive approach isn’t rocket science, so how about giving that a go?

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    emersonjones
    United States2 months ago
  • Immediately unfollowing

    Having TherpyJeff, a KNOWN PREDATOR in all of the “are we dating the same guy” Portland groups with a HISTORY of abusive narratives around therapy and relationships makes you DANGEROUS. How dare you claim to be experts in anything that can help anyone and do something like that?? Even listening to his interview was full of red flags you should have NEVER AIRED. That says all I need to know.

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    1
    MEKmommy
    United States3 months ago
  • The latest episode with EMDR casts doubt on the entire podcast.

    The hosts know very well about the history of EMDR. As a skeptic this is a warning sign I cannot ignore. My last time listening. Good luck.

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    MajesticLobster
    United States3 months ago
  • Breakups

    The episode on breakups clicked with me as I’m sure it did with a lot of people. I had heard a lot of the lingo about attachment style through PTSD therapy but had never put two and two together. The cases and anecdotes that the host and the guest reviewed were very instructive and gave me a clear sense of the importance of no contact. This is coming from a me, a man, who as the hosts point out, might have different thoughts about feelings, but who was deeply hurt in a break up that happened to ... more

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    5
    Channeling in Chevy Chase
    United States3 months ago

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Listeners praise the practical, expert-led discussions and relatable host dynamic.
Overall reception highlights value for listeners seeking therapy-informed insights, though concerns about inclusivity persist.

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How Do I Regulate My Nervous System? Resetting Your System & Managing Stress
Q: What practical steps can someone take to move toward regulation in everyday situations?
Start with safety checks in the moment, then engage the five senses or external cues (look around, feel texture, notice warmth) to gently shift toward ventral vagal regulation, and use co-regulation with a trusted person when possible.
How Do I Regulate My Nervous System? Resetting Your System & Managing Stress
Q: What is nervous system dysregulation, and what triggers it in daily life?
Dysregulation shows up as either hyperarousal (fight/flight) or hypoarousal (shutdown); triggers vary by person but common patterns include constant go-go-go, sensory overload, or chronic stressors, which can push the system along the polyvagal ladder toward sympathetic or dorsal vagal states.
Why Am I Anxious About Money? Healing Your Financial Psychology
Q: When should someone seek a financial therapist?
If financial anxiety is impacting your ability to live your life or your relationship, seeking a financial therapist is appropriate; there are growing numbers of trained professionals who specialize in money psychology and can tailor approaches to individual needs.
Why Am I Anxious About Money? Healing Your Financial Psychology
Q: How can someone begin to address spending anxiety after gaining financial stability?
Move from rigid rules to compassionate experimentation: create a small 'fun money' fund, allow yourself to spend on enjoyable activities, and slowly expand comfort with spending by linking pleasure to personal values rather than punishment.
Why Am I Anxious About Money? Healing Your Financial Psychology
Q: What causes financial anxiety?
There isn't a single cause; it's a mix of personal history, societal structures, and current circumstances, with anxiety often intensified by insecure safety nets and unclear financial systems. The discussion emphasizes recognizing that anxiety is a normal response and assessing whether it interferes with daily functioning.

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A conversational, clinically informed show where licensed therapists break down hot mental health topics for a general audience. Episodes frequently explore relationships, trauma, anxiety, money psychology, and burnout through therapist-led discussions, real-life Reddit stories, and practical frameworks. Notable for pairing experienced clinicians with approachable, human-centered coaching—and for tackling complex topics with tangible takeaways while emphasizing boundaries, self-worth, and healing in everyday life.

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