The Unconventional Therapists' Guide to Nothing

The Unconventional Therapists' Guide to Nothing

Join Dave and Greg, two licensed mental health counselors who dissect and over-analyze everything and anything to make it all make sense in the scheme of life, living and mental health.

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Guide to the Chinese Zodiac Calendar

January 7, 2025 • 56 mins

Ever look down at your placemat at a restaurant and see something that influences one quarter of the world population? Most likely you have. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss the Chinese Zodiac, what it is, its uses, and how it differs from its western counterpart.

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Guide to Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol

December 31, 2024 • 63 mins

Charles Dickens “A Christmas Carol” gave us not only a cautionary tale, a blueprint for Christmas, and a great ghost story. He also gave us the framework to identify where we were, where we are, and where we want to be. Join us as we discover the practical therapeutic application of this immortal classic.

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Classic Re-Release: Guide to Krampus and other Dark Christmas Folklore

December 24, 2024 • 68 mins

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Re-release of episode originally from December 2022.Join Dave and Greg as they dive into the folklore of lesser known, but fascinating Christmas mythology. These characters represent a dark psychology, and tend to be punitive, creepy, and in some cases sadistic. What role did these entities play in dictating behavior, and why are they continuing to be celebrated across the world? Support the showFollow The Unconventi...

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Guide to Kwanzaa

December 17, 2024 • 61 mins
Send us a textJoin Dave and Greg as they cover yet another holiday…Kwanzaa!!! Listen as they discuss the origins, traditions, and every day insightful values associated with Kwanza that can be assimilated into our own daily life throughout the year. (Yes I spelled Kwanzaa two different ways and yes they are both correct, find out why)Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @...
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Guide to Tarot

December 10, 2024 • 62 mins
Send us a textTarot has been described as “the universe in 78 cards” and in a lot of ways we think that is true. The symbols, and archetypes portrayed in the deck speak to who and what we are. Join Dave and Greg as the discuss the imagery, history, and potential therapeutic value in the enigmatic tarot cards.Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unconventionaltherapistsgu...
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Guide to Burnout

December 3, 2024 • 51 mins
Send us a textAs the holidays approach and things become increasingly busy and stressful, you may find yourself hitting a wall…Join Dave and Greg as they discuss the signs, symptoms, and coping strategies for burnout.Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unconventionaltherapistsguidetonothingTwitter: @UTGN_PodcastIntro and Outro music by 13th Ward Social ClubFollow on Ins...
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Guide to H.H. Holmes

November 26, 2024 • 65 mins
Send us a textWhen asked about his horrific crimes Holmes would say that “he was born with the devil in him” HH Holmes is widely regarded as Americas first serial killer. His house of horrors, or “murder castle” would shock the world of late 19th century America with unimaginable cruelty and disregard for humanity. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss the rise and fall of Henry Howard Holmes. Support the showFollow The Unconventional...
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Guide to Cognitive Distortions

November 19, 2024 • 64 mins
Send us a textThe lens in which we look at the world goes a long way in determining the quality of our life. For some those lenses are called cognitive distortions. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss the history, provide examples, and offer alternative ways of thinking.Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unconventionaltherapistsguidetonothingTwitter: @UTGN_PodcastIntro ...
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Guide to Dementia

November 12, 2024 • 55 mins
Send us a textEver have that feeling of difficulty recalling an artist, or an actor? You resist to look it up to reassure yourself that your memory isn’t “slipping”. Why? What’s the fear? What happens if your memory starts to fail you? What is lost? Now imagine what it would feel like if that was progressive, and permanent and you were looking towards a future of forgetting your experiences, family, and ultimately yourself. Join Da...
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Guide to the Hero's Journey

November 5, 2024 • 58 mins
Send us a textAchieving beyond the norm, giving life to something other than themselves. Looking at the chaos in the world and accepting that whatever happens good or bad I’m going to stick to my path. These are just some of the attributes of a hero. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss the hero’s journey, and uncover a framework for a life impervious to anxiety and depression, simply by welcoming it, encouraging it, and not letting ...
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Guide to Mental Health Representations in Modern Horror Villains

October 29, 2024 • 71 mins
Send us a textHero’s and Villains typically have the same origin story, a trauma occurs and the subsequent choices create a positive or a negative figure. In light of our final Halloween season installment we are going to focus on the villain. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss mental health representation in modern horror figures. Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @un...
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Guide to Washington Irving's The Legend of Sleepy Hollow

October 22, 2024 • 49 mins
Send us a textAs a part of the month long celebration of spooky episodes we discuss Washington Irving’s 1820 short story “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” Join Dave and Greg as they discuss the themes, its connection to urban legends, social anxieties, and more. Let us read this classic tale so you don’t have to.Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unconventionaltherapistsgu...
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Guide to Ed and Lorraine Warren

October 15, 2024 • 64 mins
Send us a textEd and Lorraine Warren are legends in the world of paranormal investigation. If there were claims of otherworldly activity somehow the couple would be involved. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss their famous cases, their interesting relationship, and of course the heavy criticism. Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unconventionaltherapistsguidetonothingT...
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Guide to Stigmata

October 8, 2024 • 60 mins
Send us a textStigmata is phenomenon in which the wounds suffered by Christ inexplicably appear on the body of an individual. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss specific cases, and possible explanations, both scientific and spiritual. Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unconventionaltherapistsguidetonothingTwitter: @UTGN_PodcastIntro and Outro music by 13th Ward Social...
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Guide to Goth

October 1, 2024 • 69 mins
Send us a textWe are talking about ancient history, architecture, literature, music, and subculture through the dark, and uncanny aesthetic that can only be described as Gothic. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss the origins, evolution, and modern interpretations of “Goth”.Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unconventionaltherapistsguidetonothingTwitter: @UTGN_PodcastIn...
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Guide to Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

September 24, 2024 • 71 mins
Send us a textAcceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is a theoretical approach to psychotherapy that involves accepting your thoughts and feelings, mindfulness, and moving towards your ultimate goals using your newly identified values as a compass. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss this evidence based therapeutic approach.Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unconventi...
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Guide to Sideshows

September 17, 2024 • 65 mins
Send us a textJoin Dave and Greg as they discuss the “side show” the staples, the unsettling classic “Freaks”, P.T. Barnum, and more. From the colosseum to Jerry Springer and Instagram we have a culture of observation, we watch each other, we look at each other. To what purpose?Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unconventionaltherapistsguidetonothingTwitter: @UTGN_Podc...
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Classic Re-Release: Guide to Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

September 10, 2024 • 55 mins
Send us a textOCD is an often misdiagnosed, misunderstood disorder. It can be unique to each individual, and if left untreated it can become debilitating, but fear not, it is incredibly treatable through psychotherapy. Join Dave and Greg as they talk through the obsessions and compulsions to learn more about the disorder, and provide the listeners with possible treatment options. Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’...
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Guide to Marie Laveau and New Orleans Voodoo

August 27, 2024 • 62 mins
Send us a textMarie Laveau is a name synonymous with voodoo and the city of New Orleans itself. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss Voodoo, and the incredible woman who was most influential in its worldwide recognition. Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unconventionaltherapistsguidetonothingTwitter: @UTGN_PodcastIntro and Outro music by 13th Ward Social ClubFollow on I...
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Guide to Charles Manson and the Manson Family

August 20, 2024 • 66 mins
Send us a textWould you be surprised to know that the man synonymous with the most abhorrent murders didn’t participate in the actual execution of the crimes? Join Dave and Greg as they discuss the infamous Charles Manson, his brush with fame, and his horrific cult influence.Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unconventionaltherapistsguidetonothingTwitter: @UTGN_Podcast...
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