
Pod Therapy
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.
Latest episodes

Jul 20, 2023 • 1h 18min
#289: Middle Aged Dating, Death Emotionless, Why Divorce
Topics include middle-aged dating, being emotionless in the face of death, the reasons behind divorce, funny stories about the Ford Mustang, dating strategies for middle age, ranking Batman movies, famous film directors and their movies, discussion on Steven Spielberg movies, exploring what each partner gets from a relationship, and thanking supporters and encouraging engagement.

Jul 13, 2023 • 1h 34min
#288: Quitting Cigarettes, Poly vs Monogamy, Violence Anxiety
Topics discussed in this podcast include quitting cigarettes, polyamory, violence anxiety, addiction, finding alternatives to smoking, the influence of cigarette companies, the importance of emergency medical care, guessing top five movies of actors, asking the right questions in therapy, understanding cognitive distortion, and gratitude towards the podcast's supporters.

Jul 6, 2023 • 1h 19min
#287: Suicidal Friend, Friend Triad, Being a Better LGBTQ+ Ally
Addressing Suicidal Thoughts, Importance of Trained Responders, Feeling Left Out in a Group, Prioritizing Mental Health as an LGBTQ+ Ally, Consequences of Radical Decentralization, The Power of Curiosity

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Jun 29, 2023 • 1h 30min
#286: Connecting with Step Son, Trying a New Therapist, Replacing Bad Influences
Topics discussed include connecting with a partner's son, trying a new therapist, replacing bad influence friends, difficulties of co-parenting and step-parenting, openness and honesty with a therapist, finding the right therapist and establishing boundaries in relationships, forging deeper connections and surrounding oneself with good people, debating the authenticity of a large snowflake, and accurate snowflake guessing.

Jun 22, 2023 • 1h 3min
#285: Intrusive Work Thoughts, Therapy while Unemployed, Dignity to Fail
The podcast covers topics such as intrusive thoughts about work, finding therapy while unemployed, and the concept of 'dignity to fail'. They also discuss trauma reprocessing and alternatives, favorite country music artists, and cultural values surrounding failure. The hosts engage in lighthearted conversations about attending a concert and the therapeutic nature of country songs. They emphasize the importance of seeking support and appreciate their patrons and sponsors.

Jun 15, 2023 • 1h 11min
#284: Post Adoption Divorce, Phone Friendships, CBT Gaslighting
This week we have questions about a writer's sister who is divorcing her husband soon after adopting a child, a person struggling to maintain phone friendships, and lastly whether using CBT is a fancy form of self-gaslighting. Help us reach #1 on Goodpods!Listen ad-free, get the show a day early and enjoy the pre-show hang out on the same app you're using RIGHT NOW at www.Patreon.com/Therapy where you can also access our vast library of deep dives, interviews, skill shares, reviews and rants as well as our live discord chat!Interested in Nick's mental health approach to fitness? Check out www.MentalFitPersonalTraining.comCheck 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:FacebookInstagramTwitterResources: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-TALKU.S. Mental Health Resources Hotline - 211

Jun 8, 2023 • 1h
#283: Work Stress, Starting Couples Therapy, Relationship Bare Minimum
Whitney is on a girls trip so the guys are unsupervised after a long night of watching Finals Hockey over beers. This week we have questions on how to handle a husband's work stress, how to get your partner into couples therapy and getting the bare minimum out of a relationship. Help us reach #1 on Goodpods!Listen ad-free, get the show a day early and enjoy the pre-show hang out on the same app you're using RIGHT NOW at www.Patreon.com/Therapy where you can also access our vast library of deep dives, interviews, skill shares, reviews and rants as well as our live discord chat!Interested in Nick's mental health approach to fitness? Check out www.MentalFitPersonalTraining.comCheck 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:FacebookInstagramTwitterResources: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-TALKU.S. Mental Health Resources Hotline - 211

Jun 1, 2023 • 1h 12min
#282: Silencing Social Anxiety, Do Men Want Kids, Healthy Codependency
Great show this week with questions on how social anxiety causes a person not to find common interests with others, whether men actually want kids, and whether codependency can be a healthy relationship style. Help us reach #1 on Goodpods!Listen ad-free, get the show a day early and enjoy the pre-show hang out on the same app you're using RIGHT NOW at www.Patreon.com/Therapy where you can also access our vast library of deep dives, interviews, skill shares, reviews and rants as well as our live discord chat!Interested in Nick's mental health approach to fitness? Check out www.MentalFitPersonalTraining.comCheck 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:FacebookInstagramTwitterResources: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-TALKU.S. Mental Health Resources Hotline - 211

May 25, 2023 • 1h 26min
#281: Inevitable Breakup, Root Understandings Fixing Problems, Painful Lack of Sex
This show we take questions on whether a relationship's breakup is inevitable, whether a Jungian approach to therapy which focuses on understanding the roots of a problem can alleviate symptoms, and how to handle a relationship with a painful lack of sex. Help us reach #1 on Goodpods! https://goodpods.com/podcasts/pod-therapy-84774 Listen ad-free, get the show a day early and enjoy the pre-show hang out on the same app you're using RIGHT NOW at www.Patreon.com/Therapy where you can also access our vast library of deep dives, interviews, skill shares, reviews and rants as well as our live discord chat!Interested in Nick's mental health approach to fitness? Check out www.MentalFitPersonalTraining.comCheck 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-TALKU.S. Mental Health Resources Hotline - 211

May 18, 2023 • 1h 23min
#280: Relationship Trouble, ASD Brother Conflict, Agoraphobia
This time we have questions from a husband who's relationship is on the verge of divorce after he lied about finances, a sister who's autistic brother has created some serious family conflict, and a writer experiencing agoraphobia.Help us reach #1 on Goodpods! https://goodpods.com/podcasts/pod-therapy-84774 Listen ad-free, get the show a day early and enjoy the pre-show hang out on the same app you're using RIGHT NOW at www.Patreon.com/Therapy where you can also access our vast library of deep dives, interviews, skill shares, reviews and rants as well as our live discord chat!Interested in Nick's mental health approach to fitness? Check out www.MentalFitPersonalTraining.comCheck 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-TALKU.S. Mental Health Resources Hotline - 211