The Unconventional Therapists’ Guide to Nothing

Send us a textSigmund Freud is the father of modern therapy, and the creator of psychoanalysis. His identification of the subconscious is as big a discovery as space, or the depths of the ocean. The exploration possibilities are endless. In todays episode we talk about Freuds contributions to the field as well as his controversial views. Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unconventionaltherapistsguidetonothingTwitter: @UTGN_...

Send us a textJust before the new year in 1999 people started drawing attention to a computer glitch having to do with the two digit date. The fear was for a global apocalyptic catastrophe. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss the existential threat that comes from digital reliance, and should we have used this opportunity to become independent from technology instead of doubling down.Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unconvention...

Send us a textJoin Dave and Greg as they discover holiday traditions from around the world, and dig into the origins of the traditions we celebrate year after year. Happy Holidays!!!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 Instagram at @13thwardsocialclub and visit https://www.13thwardsocialclub.com/

Send us a textEdgar Allen Poe famously describes walling up a rival, brick by brick in “The Cask of Amontillado” this concept becomes more horrific when we understand that this is not only in fiction, but has happened countless times in many different ways throughout history. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss Immurement, and premature burial.Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unconventionaltherapistsguidetonothingTwitter: @UTGN_...

Send us a textHomelessness is a complex issue that affects half a million people. Many have addiction, mental health, or financial difficulties, but it seems to be more of a matter of affordable housing. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss homelessness in general as well as a very specific subset of the population, the infamous “mole people”Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unconventionaltherapistsguidetonothingTwitter: @UTGN_Pod...

Send us a textOn this episode we discuss Chinua Achebe’s “Things Fall Apart”. Through the framework of this novel we explore themes like identity, toxic masculinity, acceptance, fear, tolerance, and much more. Join Dave and Greg as they try and better understand themselves and others through this incredibly important piece of literature.Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unconventionaltherapistsguidetonothingTwitter: @UTGN_Podcas...

Send us a textCapgras is a misidentification syndrome in which the sufferer believes that loved ones are replaced by imposters. It has been described as a “delusion of emotion” because that emotion of “knowing” is absent. In a sense they have lost their ability to see the soul. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss the symptoms, causes,and treatments of this rare, incredibly sad phenomena. Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unc...

Send us a textEating disorders are conditions that affect physical, psychological, and social health. In this episode we will cover anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, and Body Dysmorphia. Because of the dangers associated with these disorders our intent is to bring awareness to the potential causes, for prevention and treatments to mitigate harmful symptoms.Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unconventionaltherapistsg...

Send us a textWhat can be found in the riches of the castles in Europe, as well as the back woods of Appalachia, and potentially everywhere in between? Well…inbreeding of course, the taboo of all taboos. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss the ancient Egyptians, the Hapsburgs, and our own cases of when families get to close hear in America. What drives people to this abhorrent practice, what are the consequences, and does it continue to this day? Support the showFollow The Unconventional ...

Send us a textWhy do humans develop an affinity for inanimate objects, and dolls? What makes these dolls develop a creepiness? Join Dave and Greg as they discuss two of the creepiest dolls ever created, Robert and Annabelle in this final installment of our Halloween special episodes. Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unconventionaltherapistsguidetonothingTwitter: @UTGN_PodcastIntro and Outro music by 13th Ward Social ClubFo...

Send us a textRichard Chase, otherwise known as the Dracula killer was a serial killer, Cannibal, and necrophile. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss evil, mental illness, and the predictive behaviors of a murderer in this disturbing spooky season episode. 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 Instagram at @13thwar...

Send us a textMental health disorders are a universal phenomenon, and in light of the Halloween season what better way to view these conditions than through the universal monsters. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss Dracula, The Mummy, The Wolfman, Frankenstein, The invisible Man, and The creature of the black lagoon, and discover how these monsters reflect our mental health.Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unconventionaltherap...

Send us a textSome see it as a game, others see it as a gateway to the spirit world, while others think it is our subconscious speaking through our fingertips. At the end of the 19th century the Ouija board came to market, and it has been controversial ever since. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss origins, testimonials, and their own experience to try and understand what is really going on with this infamous board game. Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide t...

Send us a textIt’s Halloween season again and we will be covering spooky topics all month long. What better place to start than with a Victorian novel. In this first installment we will be covering The Strange Case of Dr. Jeckyll and Mr. Hyde. Join Dave and Greg as they explore the obvious themes of duality, and good vs evil. As well as some nuanced takes such as ambition, and addiction. Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @un...

Send us a textAt a time when asylums were filled with residents dealing with deplorable conditions it became necessary to find a treatment that would eliminate the need for the institutions. In an attempt for a humane alternative the opposite result occurred.Join Dave and Greg as they discuss Electroconvulsive therapy and the infamous lobotomy.Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unconventionaltherapistsguidetonothingTwitter: @UTGN...

Send us a textWhat exactly is fame? How does it affect the psyche of those who have it, those who want it, and those who are in awe of it? Join Dave and Greg as they discuss the psychology of fame, as well as an inevitable side effect, stalkers, and the various categories therein. Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unconventionaltherapistsguidetonothingTwitter: @UTGN_PodcastIntro and Outro music by 13th Ward Social ClubFollo...

Send us a textWhen developing a psychological theory the question “what drives behavior” must be answered. For Frankl it was meaning, for Freud it was pleasure, and for Adler it was a will to power, it was social responsibility, belonging, family constellation and birth order. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss another psychological juggernaut, Alfred Adler. Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unconventionaltherapistsguideton...

Send us a textWhen thinking of the Romani, commonly referred to as “gypsies” images of music, magic, and folklore are invoked. We may think of them as a carefree nomadic society that comes and goes as they please, but the reality is much different. The moving around was forced upon them, not chosen. The Roma are an incredibly oppressed culture to the extent of attempted genocide. Which seemingly has been left out of our histories. Join Dave and Greg as they explore the saddening, rich, and fa...

Send us a textWhat is causing an inordinate amount of people to take their lives in the beautifuly ominous forest at the base of Mt Fuji? Join Dave and Greg as they discuss Aokigahara, also known as the suicide forest, or sea of trees. Listen as they delve into the cultural dna that keeps suicide a real issue for some of the people of Japan.Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unconventionaltherapistsguidetonothingTwitter: @UTGN_Po...

Send us a textAdhd is a disorder that affects both children and adults. It can cause issues with school, work, relationships, and self esteem. Join Dave and Greg as they explain what Adhd is…what it isn’t, and the causes, symptoms, and treatment. 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 Instagram at @13thwardsocialcl...

Send us a textBlanche Monnier, a French socialite that was locked away in a room for 25 years to be discovered emaciated, covered with insects and weighing 55lbs. Rosemary Kennedy, her lobotomy, and why she was kept hidden for decades. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss the darker side of embarrassment, and shame through the lens of these tragic stories. Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unconventionaltherapistsguidet...

Send us a text1 in 166 thousand people have the capability of being a serial killer. What are the chances of two of these people meeting, falling in love, and beginning horrific reign of terror? As we learn in this episode the possibility exists. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss the Ken and Barbie killers, Paul Bernardo and Karla Homolka, and explore the atrocities committed on young women, including their own family, and discover why one of them is free to walk among us. Support the s...

Send us a textIn the late 19th century rumors had been spreading about the deplorable conditions in the countries mental institutions. A young woman, journalist Nelly Bly would fake insanity, have herself committed to the most notoriously dangerous asylum, and report her findings. This act of bravery would shine a light on the horrific conditions, and would create what we know now as investigative journalism. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss the true account of Nelly Bly’s “Ten Days in a Ma...

Send us a textAs the mood in the street shifted fromLA summer fun to violence, gang culture, and mistreatment of the citizens the music changed with it. Music is a powerful force and is usually the reflection of an environment, but there is no question it can evoke strong emotions, but the actions people take are their own and can’t be blamed on artists…or can they? Join Dave and Greg as they discuss the campaigns against gangsta rap, in particularly to those of the police and C. Delore...

Send us a textShould we be worried if we find our child talking to someone or something that isn’t there? Imaginary friends are a social/psychological phenomenon where an interpersonal relationship takes place in the imagination as opposed to reality. Join Dave and Greg as they explore the fascinating world of imagined friends, why they are created, and when to be concerned.Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unconventionaltherapi...

Send us a textIn this episode Dave and Greg discuss the benefits and drawbacks of microdosing, and macrodosing psilocybin, also known as magic mushrooms. They talk about the way that the psychedelics reveal something about our subconscious as well as give examples of how these profound experiences change lives. They also discuss the psychological benefits and possibilities of treatment of mental disorders in the future.Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on ...

Send us a textSome of the most poignant and Impactful stories ever written are holocaust narratives. They show both the worst and the best of humanity. Of all these stories one stands out to us as the most useful, and that is “Man’s Search for Meaning” join Dave and Greg as they discuss the insights of Viktor Frankl, a psychiatrist, author, and survivor. They will also discuss the tested theories of Frankl’s specific form of psychotherapy. Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therap...

Send us a textDreams can be comforting, terrifying, insightful, or nonsensical, but does their content mean anything? Join Dave and Greg as they discuss dream analysis, and delve into the depths of the subconscious through the work of Freud, and Jung. They also will discuss their own theories on the interpretation of the unconscious messages we receive, and how useful the search of meaning can be in our every day lives.Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on ...

Send us a textReactive attachment disorder happens when a child is neglected, abused, lacks stability, or could even be described as a deficiency of love. It can manifest in a variety of symptoms, but it may be best understood through the story of Beth Thomas. Join Dave and Greg as they try to better understand this disorder through this incredibly disturbing, and heartbreaking case.Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unconvention...

Send us a textBoys are falling behind in school, filling the prisons, and men make up 75% of all suicides. There is a huge problem here and that may have something to do with toxic masculinity, but first we have to understand what that is. The current definition gets a few things wrong. Join Dave and Greg, as they discuss, or maybe a better word is argue, trying to define masculinity, toxic, and whether or not toxic masculinity has to be redefined.Support the showFollow The Unconventional The...

Send us a textMünchausen syndrome, or as its now known, factitious disorder causes a sufferer to repeatedly seek medical attention for falsified, exaggerated, or self inflicted Illness. Munchausen by proxy in most cases is abuse. Munchausen by proxy is Munchausen imposed on another, children being the most common victim. Join Dave and Greg as they unpack this phenomenon and try to better understand Munchausen and decide whether or not this should be considered a mental Illness, or if it’s som...

Send us a textHow we feel is a reflection of the stories we tell ourselves. If those stories lean positive we feel good, but more often than not the stories are negative, leaving us feeling down. We tend to think that events happen and we have an emotion. In reality that is missing a step. Something happens, we have thoughts about it, and then we have an emotion. Those thoughts will decide if that “something” is positive or negative. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss CBT and the interactive ...

Send us a textIn late august 1989 Jose and Kitty Menendez were murdered by their own children. Was this a matter of self defense or an act of greed? In either case it is the ultimate betrayal. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss the psychology of the infamous Menendez Brothers.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...

Send us a textWhen we think of urban legends it’s usually the few “warning” the many, but what do we call it when the many, those not in power tell a tale warning of the people in positions of authority? Listen as Dave and Greg discuss two conspiracy theories that take them down the rabbit holes of invisibility, time travel, mind control, monsters, and more. Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unconventionaltherapistsguideton...

Send us a textIn November 1978 in the jungles of Guyana over 900 lives would end in a mass suicide. Learn how these people, members of a dangerous cult, were manipulated to their demise by their charismatic, communist, drug addled leader. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss the rise and fall of the infamous Jim Jones. Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unconventionaltherapistsguidetonothingTwitter: @UTGN_PodcastIntro and Outr...

Send us a textOn todays podcast we discuss Rasputin. Born a peasant, he became a mystic, and inexplicably the most influential man in Russia. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss his mysterious life, and the duality of his nature. 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 Instagram at @13thwardsocialclub and visit https...

Send us a textHave you ever felt like you aren’t good enough, or everybody has it figured out and you don’t? We all have anxieties and insecurities, and sometimes doubt our abilities. Whether it is in our work, or hobbies we often fear being exposed as a fraud. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss imposter syndrome and have an honest discussion about the phenomena and their own experiences with it.Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: ...

Send us a textSelf Deceit is something we all do as a natural function of human behavior.We convince ourselves that we are better, or worse than we actually are. Knowledge, responsibility, and freedom are typically thought to be positive concepts, but are they actually the downfall of humanity? Join Dave and Greg as they discuss the “fall of man” as described in Milton’s “Paradise lost” and Camus’ “The Fall”. Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on...

Send us a textThere are few things that get to the core of our fear like a panic attack. That could be because more often than not the attack comes without warning, or reason. We can easily develop a fear of fear. Join Dave and Greg as they talk about the symptoms and causes as well as treatments, tips, and prevention of Panic attacks/disorder.Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unconventionaltherapistsguidetonothingTwitter: @UTGN...

Send us a textViruses, and disease create intense fear and can shape the way we treat each other. Join Dave and Greg as they try to understand the complexity of microphobia through the lens of Poe’s “The Masque of the Red Death” in this special literary episode.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 Instagra...

Send us a textThe Pied Piper, the legend that became a fairytale, working its way into pop culture, and somehow continues to remain relevant for centuries, but is it a true story? Join Dave and Greg as they discuss the dark folklore, lessons, and try to better understand why this tale has stood the test of time. Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unconventionaltherapistsguidetonothingTwitter: @UTGN_PodcastIntro and Outro mus...

Send us a textThe Amish are a “radical” Protestant offshoot known for their plain dress, hard work, and rejection of modern technology. They also believe that before you are baptized you should be sure that you choose the faith rather than the faith choosing you. From ages 16-21 Amish adolescence are encouraged to take part in a rite of passage called Rumspringa. They will sample the English ways and decide which path is right for them. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss whether or not this i...

Send us a textShamrocks, shenanigans, shillings, and shillelaghs…another holiday is upon us, and keeping with tradition this episode will discuss the surrounding folklore. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss the mythical Irish entities known as Leprechauns on this St. Patrick’s day special. Listen as they try to connect the lore to psychology and in the end reveal what is actually at the end of a rainbow.Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Ins...

Send us a textBetween the years 1990-1998 Dr. Jack Kevorkian assisted in the suicide of 130 patients. Kevorkian sparked a national conversation about an individual’s right to not only live on their own terms, but to die as well. Death with dignity was his goal. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss the theological, secular, legal, and philosophical debate that is the ethics of euthanasia.Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unconventi...

Send us a textOur culture has become obsessed with the idea of staying young and attractive. Amplified by social media this obsession has become damaging to mental, relational, and physical health. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss the psychological phenomena of Peter Pan and Dorian Gray syndrome. Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unconventionaltherapistsguidetonothingTwitter: @UTGN_PodcastIntro and Outro music by 13th War...

Send us a textRecently, and locally, police responded to an unspeakable tragedy involving a mother and her three children. While realizing, and acknowledging that we are men and could never understand all the intricacies and nuance of a complicated disorder such as postpartum depression or psychosis, we felt it necessary to do our part in breaking the stigma. Join Dave and Greg as they attempt to better understand the incredibly complex topic of postpartum mental health.Support the showFollow...

Send us a textValentine’s Day invokes thoughts of romantic love, flowers, chocolates, and candy, but at its origin it was celebrated much differently. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss the impetus of Valentine’s Day from the mythology, the Pagans, to the Christians, to romanticism. They will also discuss what it means to love, and why we experience it on this special holiday episode. Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @uncon...

Send us a textIn the spring of 1921 a suburb outside of Tulsa Oklahoma the black community of Greenwood aka Black Wall Street was thriving. Greenwood was one of the most affluent neighborhoods in America, and all this in the face of Jim Crow era laws. Tensions were high with the neighboring white communities who were failing especially in comparison with Greenwood. The area was a ticking time bomb that exploded. The white community failing to compete would destroy Greenwood by burning 35 bloc...

Send us a textIn 1974 across multiple states a handsome, charismatic man murdered at least 18 men, women, and children by gunshot, strangulation or stabbing. Some victims were sexually assaulted before, some after death. The variation of the murder made it extremely difficult for officials to understand they were dealing with a single perpetrator. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss the motivations, psychology and crimes of Paul John Knowles aka “The Casanova Killer”Support the showFollow The ...

Send us a textThe fear of ritual abuse, cults, and satanic influence gripped the nation in the early 80’s to the mid 90’s. There are times in history where hysteria overcomes the social consciousness. When there is no answer to the evils of the world it is in our nature to define, or create an enemy to blame, and overcome. Join Dave and Greg as they unpack the modern day witch-hunt known as the Satanic Panic, and the lasting damage it caused. Support the showFollow The Unconventional The...