In this episode, we break down the disturbing realities of transracial adoption and how family vlogging exploits children for views. We dive into the HBO documentary "An Update On Our Family," which exposes how Myka Stauffer used YouTube analytics to grow her brand—at the expense of her adopted son, Huxley.Then, we shift gears to the ongoing debate over DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) programs—are they making racial tensions worse, or is that just a convenient excuse to dismantle progress? We also discuss the myth of "merit-based hiring" and why calls to "return" to it are misleading at best.🔒 Unlock exclusive content on our Patreon! Subscribe to gain access to our full mental health check-ins, behind-the-scenes updates about our personal lives, and uncensored takes on various topics. Join our community today and take your podcast experience to the next level.[Patreon](https://www.patreon.com/therapyrebranded)📧 For business inquiries, listener advice, feedback, or questions, please email us at therapyrebranded@gmail.com 📣 Connect with us:* Visit our website: [Patreon](https://www.patreon.com/therapyrebranded)* Listen on your favorite platform: [Apple Podcasts](https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/therapy-rebranded/id1705644055), [Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/show/6LYgiFlFWzYFxy9Kfpb7gz?si=d07c7b2251ec4155)* Follow us on social media: [TikTok](http://www.tiktok.com/@therapyrebranded), [Instagram](https://instagram.com/therapyrebranded)If you live in Minnesota and are interested in Rachel being your therapist, connect with her at the links below! [Psychology Today](https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/rachel-collins-minneapolis-mn/1321695)[Book A Session](https://rachel-collins7781.clientsecure.me/)🎧 Listen to the full episode now

Topics:  EMDR, therapy with East African families, Gaza, Communal Grieving and De-Colonized TherapyIn-Depth Interview with Dahabe Youseff: Trauma, Therapy, and First-Generation ChallengesWatch this extended, uncut conversation with Dahabe Youseff, a trauma therapist who immigrated to the U.S. as a child. Dahabe shares her unique and informed perspective on working with East African families and the complex challenges of supporting first-generation clients in therapy. Explore cultural dynamics, generational gaps, and the nuanced approach required to foster healing in immigrant communities.🔒 Unlock exclusive content on our Patreon! Subscribe to gain access to our full mental health check-ins, behind-the-scenes updates about our personal lives, and uncensored takes on various topics. Join our community today and take your podcast experience to the next level.[Patreon](https://www.patreon.com/therapyrebranded)📧 For business inquiries, listener advice, feedback, or questions, please email us at therapyrebranded@gmail.com 📣 Connect with us:* Visit our website: [Patreon](https://www.patreon.com/therapyrebranded)* Listen on your favorite platform: [Apple Podcasts](https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/therapy-rebranded/id1705644055), [Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/show/6LYgiFlFWzYFxy9Kfpb7gz?si=d07c7b2251ec4155)* Follow us on social media: [TikTok](http://www.tiktok.com/@therapyrebranded), [Instagram](https://instagram.com/therapyrebranded)If you live in Minnesota and are interested in Rachel being your therapist, connect with her at the links below! [Psychology Today](https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/rachel-collins-minneapolis-mn/1321695)[Book A Session](https://rachel-collins7781.clientsecure.me/)🎧 Listen to the full episode now

This bonus episode is all about Reddit drama, and oh, it’s a ride. First up, an adult daughter takes a handful of pills, ends up in the ER, and somehow the real tragedy is how her mom’s going to cope. Priorities, right? Then, we dive into a marriage predictably crumbling under the weight of their decision to add another human to the mix. Spoiler alert: it’s not going well. 🔒 Unlock exclusive content on our Patreon! Subscribe to gain access to our full mental health check-ins, behind-the-scenes updates about our personal lives, and uncensored takes on various topics. Join our community today and take your podcast experience to the next level.[Patreon](https://www.patreon.com/therapyrebranded)📧 For business inquiries, listener advice, feedback, or questions, please email us at therapyrebranded@gmail.com 📣 Connect with us:* Visit our website: [Patreon](https://www.patreon.com/therapyrebranded)* Listen on your favorite platform: [Apple Podcasts](https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/therapy-rebranded/id1705644055), [Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/show/6LYgiFlFWzYFxy9Kfpb7gz?si=d07c7b2251ec4155)* Follow us on social media: [TikTok](http://www.tiktok.com/@therapyrebranded), [Instagram](https://instagram.com/therapyrebranded)If you live in Minnesota and are interested in Rachel being your therapist, connect with her at the links below! [Psychology Today](https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/rachel-collins-minneapolis-mn/1321695)[Book A Session](https://rachel-collins7781.clientsecure.me/)🎧 Listen to the full episode now

LA Fires Expose American PsycheIn this episode, we skip the Reddit drama and dive straight into the pressing issues shaping America in 2025. From debating Obama’s charm to venting about the nation’s reluctance to tackle climate change, we leave no stone unturned in this candid conversation.Topics: LA Wildfires, Trumps Inauguration, Politicians Lying, Obama As A Symbol Of Hope, Communicating With Older Generations, Felons Fighting Fires, Climate Change 🔒 Unlock exclusive content on our Patreon! Subscribe to gain access to our full mental health check-ins, behind-the-scenes updates about our personal lives, and uncensored takes on various topics. Join our community today and take your podcast experience to the next level.[Patreon](https://www.patreon.com/therapyrebranded)📧 For business inquiries, listener advice, feedback, or questions, please email us at therapyrebranded@gmail.com 📣 Connect with us:* Visit our website: [Patreon](https://www.patreon.com/therapyrebranded)* Listen on your favorite platform: [Apple Podcasts](https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/therapy-rebranded/id1705644055), [Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/show/6LYgiFlFWzYFxy9Kfpb7gz?si=d07c7b2251ec4155)* Follow us on social media: [TikTok](http://www.tiktok.com/@therapyrebranded), [Instagram](https://instagram.com/therapyrebranded)If you live in Minnesota and are interested in Rachel being your therapist, connect with her at the links below! [Psychology Today](https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/rachel-collins-minneapolis-mn/1321695)[Book A Session](https://rachel-collins7781.clientsecure.me/)🎧 Listen to the full episode now

🔒 Unlock exclusive content on our Patreon! Subscribe to gain access to our full mental health check-ins, behind-the-scenes updates about our personal lives, and uncensored takes on various topics. Join our community today and take your podcast experience to the next level.[Patreon](https://www.patreon.com/therapyrebranded)📧 For business inquiries, listener advice, feedback, or questions, please email us at therapyrebranded@gmail.com 📣 Connect with us:* Visit our website: [Patreon](https://www.patreon.com/therapyrebranded)* Listen on your favorite platform: [Apple Podcasts](https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/therapy-rebranded/id1705644055), [Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/show/6LYgiFlFWzYFxy9Kfpb7gz?si=d07c7b2251ec4155)* Follow us on social media: [TikTok](http://www.tiktok.com/@therapyrebranded), [Instagram](https://instagram.com/therapyrebranded)If you live in Minnesota and are interested in Rachel being your therapist, connect with her at the links below! [Psychology Today](https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/rachel-collins-minneapolis-mn/1321695)[Book A Session](https://rachel-collins7781.clientsecure.me/)🎧 Listen to the full episode now

Co-Parenting Woes, Prison Brides, and Hunter Biden’s PardonThis week, the hosts dive into some thought-provoking topics:  -Reddit Drama: A frustrated mom co-parenting with her ex-husband, who left their six-year-old alone at the movies. What are her options? Unfortunately, not much—but we explore the nuances of her dilemma.  - Questionable Psychiatry: When does a psychiatrist’s curiosity about a patient’s sex life cross the line? We discuss boundaries and relevance in therapy.  - Reality TV Deep Dive: The hosts spent their weekend binge-watching *Prison Brides* on Lifetime. They analyze the psychology of women choosing incarcerated partners, the trials of post-release relationships, and why so many of these unions don’t last.  - Hunter Biden’s Pardon: Closing the episode, we tackle the political implications of President Biden pardoning his son. Does it set a precedent, or is it just political noise?  Tune in for a mix of real-life issues, pop culture, and honest commentary on current events.🔒 Unlock exclusive content on our Patreon! Subscribe to gain access to our full mental health check-ins, behind-the-scenes updates about our personal lives, and uncensored takes on various topics. Join our community today and take your podcast experience to the next level.[Patreon](https://www.patreon.com/therapyrebranded)📧 For business inquiries, listener advice, feedback, or questions, please email us at therapyrebranded@gmail.com 📣 Connect with us:* Visit our website: [Patreon](https://www.patreon.com/therapyrebranded)* Listen on your favorite platform: [Apple Podcasts](https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/therapy-rebranded/id1705644055), [Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/show/6LYgiFlFWzYFxy9Kfpb7gz?si=d07c7b2251ec4155)* Follow us on social media: [TikTok](http://www.tiktok.com/@therapyrebranded), [Instagram](https://instagram.com/therapyrebranded)If you live in Minnesota and are interested in Rachel being your therapist, connect with her at the links below! [Psychology Today](https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/rachel-collins-minneapolis-mn/1321695)[Book A Session](https://rachel-collins7781.clientsecure.me/)🎧 Listen to the full episode now

Why Democrats Lost: A Deep Dive into the Psychology of American PoliticsIn this episode, we unpack Kamala Harris's election loss and dive into the complex dynamics shaping American politics. From analyzing the motivations of Trump’s base to dissecting the ongoing culture war between liberals and conservatives, we explore how critics often fail to present real solutions. Join us for a candid discussion about the challenges and realities of modern American politics.(0:00) Promotion (1:15) Intro(1:50) Reddit: I am calling off my engagement after my partner revealed he is MAGA.(11:29) Did Kamala Lose Or Did Trump Win? (17:10) Kamala Harris Is Labeled A DEI Candidate(20:00) Comedians Gaslit Us(26:24) Trump Won The Culture War (35:55) Black Men *Kinda Voted For Trump(41:28) Trump Sold Fear(45:26) Can You Be A Moderate And Vote For Trump? (52:00) The Far Left And Far Right(1:00:00) Taking Rights From White Men (1:05:00) Kamala Was Business As Usual (1:06:00) Is Your Vote For The Collective? Should It Be?(1:13:00) Likeability Politics Suck(1:15:43) How Were Your Clients?🔒 Unlock exclusive content on our Patreon! Subscribe to gain access to our full mental health check-ins, behind-the-scenes updates about our personal lives, and uncensored takes on various topics. Join our community today and take your podcast experience to the next level.[Patreon](https://www.patreon.com/therapyrebranded)📧 For business inquiries, listener advice, feedback, or questions, please email us at therapyrebranded@gmail.com 📣 Connect with us:* Visit our website: [Patreon](https://www.patreon.com/therapyrebranded)* Listen on your favorite platform: [Apple Podcasts](https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/therapy-rebranded/id1705644055), [Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/show/6LYgiFlFWzYFxy9Kfpb7gz?si=d07c7b2251ec4155)* Follow us on social media: [TikTok](http://www.tiktok.com/@therapyrebranded), [Instagram](https://instagram.com/therapyrebranded)If you live in Minnesota and are interested in Rachel being your therapist, connect with her at the links below! [Psychology Today](https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/rachel-collins-minneapolis-mn/1321695)[Book A Session](https://rachel-collins7781.clientsecure.me/)🎧 Listen to the full episode now

Celebrating 30! Love is Blind DC Reunion Drama, Sperm Donor Lies & Election Predictions  In this episode, we kick things off with a celebration of our hosts turning 30! 🎉 Next, we jump into some Reddit relationship advice, where a Redditor is considering leaving his girlfriend due to her party habits. Is he being a buzzkill or looking out for himself? Then, it’s on to the *Love is Blind DC* Reunion breakdown. We dive into Ashley and Tyler’s surprising stance on his role as a sperm donor and how they try to justify keeping secrets “for the children.” Huh? We also recap Tim and Alex’s relationship breakdown as Tim continues to surprise everyone, and Clay jumps on TikTok with some predictable judgment towards Ashley.Finally, we end on a political note, discussing comedian Tony Hinchcliffe’s Trump endorsement and its controversial tone, then wrap up with our own election predictions. Are we in for a Kamala win? Tune in for all the juicy reality TV and relationship drama, plus the latest on the 2024 election!🔒 Unlock exclusive content on our Patreon! Subscribe to gain access to our full mental health check-ins, behind-the-scenes updates about our personal lives, and uncensored takes on various topics. Join our community today and take your podcast experience to the next level.[Patreon](https://www.patreon.com/therapyrebranded)📧 For business inquiries, listener advice, feedback, or questions, please email us at therapyrebranded@gmail.com 📣 Connect with us:* Visit our website: [Patreon](https://www.patreon.com/therapyrebranded)* Listen on your favorite platform: [Apple Podcasts](https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/therapy-rebranded/id1705644055), [Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/show/6LYgiFlFWzYFxy9Kfpb7gz?si=d07c7b2251ec4155)* Follow us on social media: [TikTok](http://www.tiktok.com/@therapyrebranded), [Instagram](https://instagram.com/therapyrebranded)If you live in Minnesota and are interested in Rachel being your therapist, connect with her at the links below! [Psychology Today](https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/rachel-collins-minneapolis-mn/1321695)[Book A Session](https://rachel-collins7781.clientsecure.me/)🎧 Listen to the full episode now

Main Topics and Themes: This episode dives deep into personal and relational drama, examining how betrayal, guilt, and hidden secrets affect people's lives—both on Reddit and reality TV (*Love is Blind* DC). We explore mental health themes in therapy critiques, raising questions about the field’s detachment. Finally, we pivot to a broader political conversation about media narratives, social pressure, and the evolving role of leadership, with Kamala Harris’ Fox News appearance providing a timely backdrop.______We kick off the episode like always—with some juicy Reddit drama! First up, a woman is feeling guilty after breaking things off with her cheating partner but not saying goodbye to his daughter after two years. Should she reach out? We have mixed opinions on that. Then, we respond to a surprising claim that training turns therapists into apathetic robots, disconnected from real-life experiences. Finally, we dive into a Redditor’s discovery of her husband’s secret social media account. Spoiler: it's probably not good news.In the midsection, we discuss *Love is Blind* DC, focusing on two couples. First, we analyze the seemingly perfect pairing of Tyler and Ashley, which nearly crumbled when Tyler revealed he's a sperm donor to three children. We unpack the internet’s theories and wait to see what else unfolds. Next, we’re left stunned by Alex and Tim’s shocking breakup—apparently over nothing! We explore Tim’s sudden behavior change and what might be driving it. Spoiler: Ashley dodged a bullet there.We close out with a political discussion sparked by VP Kamala Harris’ interview on *Fox News* with Brett Baier. We react to her agenda, while Javae dives into how shifting social narratives influence today’s political discourse. We also challenge the "both sides" argument and debate the role of the president in shaping public opinion.🔒 Unlock exclusive content on our Patreon! Subscribe to gain access to our full mental health check-ins, behind-the-scenes updates about our personal lives, and uncensored takes on various topics. Join our community today and take your podcast experience to the next level.[Patreon](https://www.patreon.com/therapyrebranded)📧 For business inquiries, listener advice, feedback, or questions, please email us at therapyrebranded@gmail.com 📣 Connect with us:* Visit our website: [Patreon](https://www.patreon.com/therapyrebranded)* Listen on your favorite platform: [Apple Podcasts](https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/therapy-rebranded/id1705644055), [Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/show/6LYgiFlFWzYFxy9Kfpb7gz?si=d07c7b2251ec4155)* Follow us on social media: [TikTok](http://www.tiktok.com/@therapyrebranded), [Instagram](https://instagram.com/therapyrebranded)If you live in Minnesota and are interested in Rachel being your therapist, connect with her at the links below! [Psychology Today](https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/rachel-collins-minneapolis-mn/1321695)[Book A Session](https://rachel-collins7781.clientsecure.me/)🎧 Listen to the full episode now

In this fiery episode of Therapy Rebranded, we dive into some hot-button topics where our opinions clash: who says the "n" word, what an "equitable marriage" truly looks like, and where racism ranks among everyday insults.As always, we start with wild Reddit advice, featuring some outrageous scenarios. First, a woman is heartbroken to find out her husband isn't disgusted by sexual content online. Should she really be this shocked? Next, a husband expects his wife to do all his laundry—does that *ever* fly? Spoiler: it doesn’t. Then, we dig into the drama of a "therapist" reaching out to their client’s ex-girlfriend. Yep, it's just as unprofessional as it sounds. Finally, we tackle the woes of forced coworker bonding in 2024—is there ever a good reason to make that happen?We wrap up with a heated discussion about performative morality, exploring how social pressures shape racial politics and the ways people are expected to conform. Tune in for an episode packed with tough conversations and humor! (0:00) Introduction , (1:00) Rachel Births A Cat, (2:34) Reddit 1: AITA For Not Believing My BF After Finding Nudes On His Phone?, (12:01) Gabe Thinks We Should Let The Dead Rest, (12:54) Reddit 2: Gone for two weeks. My husband piled his clothes by the washer instead of doing his own laundry 😡, (22:48) Responding to Comments, (25:54) Reddit 3: Therapist Reached Out To Me Asking Me To Forgive My Abuser., (27:30) Reddit 4: Emotional Bonding Sessions At Work: Normal In 2024?, (32:26) Social Pressure To Conform In “Oppressed” Communities, (37:15) Is Being Called Racist Meaningful Anymore?, (43:36) This Got Serious Quick… 🔒 Unlock exclusive content on our Patreon! Subscribe to gain access to our full mental health check-ins, behind-the-scenes updates about our personal lives, and uncensored takes on various topics. Join our community today and take your podcast experience to the next level.[Patreon](https://www.patreon.com/therapyrebranded)📧 For business inquiries, listener advice, feedback, or questions, please email us at therapyrebranded@gmail.com 📣 Connect with us:* Visit our website: [Patreon](https://www.patreon.com/therapyrebranded)* Listen on your favorite platform: [Apple Podcasts](https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/therapy-rebranded/id1705644055), [Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/show/6LYgiFlFWzYFxy9Kfpb7gz?si=d07c7b2251ec4155)* Follow us on social media: [TikTok](http://www.tiktok.com/@therapyrebranded), [Instagram](https://instagram.com/therapyrebranded)If you live in Minnesota and are interested in Rachel being your therapist, connect with her at the links below! [Psychology Today](https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/rachel-collins-minneapolis-mn/1321695)[Book A Session](https://rachel-collins7781.clientsecure.me/)🎧 Listen to the full episode now