The Unconventional Therapists’ Guide to Nothing

Send us a text(Listener Recommendation) Microaggressions are statements, actions, or behaviors that subtly, sometimes unintentionally, discriminate against a marginalized group. Join Dave and Greg as the discuss intent, examples, and impacts as they try to navigate and become better through the difficult conversations that ensue this topic. Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unconventionaltherapistsguidetonothingTwitter: @UT...

Send us a textThroughout history we have used folklore to explain the darker elements of the human experience. Folklore provides an answer, instead of having to except the random cruelty of nature. Changelings are a great example of this phenomenon. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss the myth of human babies, and in some cases adults being abducted and replaced by fairies and other fabled creatures. Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:In...

Send us a textThe Mayans were an ancient Mesoamerican civilization known for its agricultural, architecture, mathematics, and most importantly their astronomical timekeeping and calendar. According to some scholars the Mayan calendar coming to an end in December 2012 would usher in biblical like end times. Join Dave and Greg as they get to the bottom of why we are fascinated with this, and other apocalyptic prophecies. Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothin...

Send us a textFrom pagan festivals to mall Santa’s. Join Dave and Greg as they uncover the origin of the ways we celebrate Christmas, and the big man himself…Santa. Listen as they discuss the psychological value of the movie Elf, and A Christmas Carol. They will also countdown the top 5 Christmas movies and Specials as well as provide personal Christmas stories at an attempt for insight into the true spirit of the season.Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing o...

Send us a textJoin 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 Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unconventionaltherapistsguidetonothingTwitter: @...

Send us a textThe horrific events in Waco Texas are about a man, David Koresh, who believed, or led people to believe that he was the next coming messiah. It is a story about manipulation, sexual abuse, and cult activity. It is also a story of governmental overreach, and media coercion that culminated in flames, and the gruesome death of at least 70 innocent people. Join Dave and Greg as they try to unpack this highly televised disaster. Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapis...

Send us a textGenerational trauma is the idea that the traumas that occur in our life can be passed down from one generation to the next. Through cultural examples in this episode Dave and Greg discuss how we know what we know, how we develop our core beliefs, and the effect those beliefs have on our lives and on future generations. Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unconventionaltherapistsguidetonothingTwitter: @UTGN_Podca...

Join Dave and Greg as they revisit the Billy Milligan episode, and view the story through the lens of someone who was there. Billy’s sister Kathy and her Daughter Amber join us from their podcast “Family Drama” and we discuss what it was like growing up in a house filled with unrelenting, horrific trauma. We also discuss how books, documentaries, and ….podcasts…get many elements of the story wrong. We hope you enjoy this conversation as much as we did.

Send us a textJoin Dave and Greg as they talk about extreme survival situations. What can be learned in terms of human nature from the Donner party, and Uruguayan flight 571? Both would have to endure disaster, extreme weather, and starvation to the point of cannibalism. Listen as they discuss the complexities of what it takes took to survive while staying congruent with their values. Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @uncon...

Send us a textBipolar disorder is a condition that causes extreme mood swings ranging from mania and hypomania to the deepest depressive states. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss how it manifests in people, the dangers of the disorder, and treatments.They will try to provide insights and highlight how there is great potential and promise for those who suffer, and point to examples from their own patients as well as pop culture. Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide...

Send us a textCarl Tanzler was a man who suffered delusions from childhood. His is a story of obsession, passion, unrequited love, and is also one of the more disturbing true stories you will hear. His love for 20 year old tuberculosis patient Elena Hoyos went from creepy to terrifying, ending in Carl living with her corpse for seven years before being found out. Join Dave and Greg as they unpack this unsettling tale. Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to N...

Send us a textAyahuasca is a concoction of two psychoactive plants, when ingested it provides a harrowing psychedelic journey. For centuries First Nations peoples have conducted ayahuasca ceremonies in an effort to help people find themselves in the recesses of their own psyche. Join Dave and Greg as they try to better understand how these ceremonies could be effecting our mental health, and if the risk is worth the potential reward. Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s ...

Send us a textIn 1692 the puritans of Salem Massachusetts thought that the devil was coming for them, what they didn’t realize is that maybe he was already well established there. See what the trials teach us about fear, power, opportunity, jealousy, and human nature. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss how in less then one year 200 accusations of witchcraft would lead to at least 25 executions. Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagr...

Send us a textListen as Dave and Greg countdown their top Halloween specials, movies, and discuss all things Halloween. There will also be 3 original haunting tales that we hope all will enjoy. Happy Halloween!!!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.13thwardsocialc...

Send us a textIn 1673, and again in 1897 two separate instances of a woman being murdered occurred. The men who committed the murder would have gotten away with it…had it not been for the spirits of the women adding their testimony in court. Join Dave and Greg as they explore these stories and the introduction of spectral evidence…oh, and we find out Dave is related to Lizzie Borden. Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unconv...

Send us a textThe Amityville horror has been in our consciousness for almost half a century. What gives this story it’s longevity? Is it the horrific true crime, or the potential paranormal occurrence? Join Dave and Greg as they grapple over what actually went on in this infamous, haunting tale.Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unconventionaltherapistsguidetonothingTwitter: @UTGN_PodcastIntro and Outro music by 13th Ward Social ...

Send us a textIs a creator responsible for the actions of their creation? Is a parent responsible for the actions of their children? Join Dave and Greg as they discuss ambition, abandonment, morality, and knowledge through the framework of Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein. Intro and Outro music by 13th Ward Social ClubFollow on Instagram at @13thwardsocialclub and visit https://www.13thwardsocialclub.com/Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:In...

Send us a textIs it possible that something so traumatic can happen that our current identity cannot withstand it, and in response our brain develops another, or multiple personalities to cope? If this happens and one of the new identities commits crimes is the original identity responsible? Join Dave and Greg as they discuss Dissociative Identity Disorder, and the 24 personalities of Billy Milligan. Intro and Outro music by 13th Ward Social ClubFollow on Instagram at @13thwardsocialclub...

Send us a textWoodstock is synonymous with peace and love, but Woodstock 99 conjures thoughts of destruction, aggression, and sexual violence. Join Dave and Greg as they observe the fragile civility of human behavior through the lens of this infamous music festival. Intro and Outro music by 13th Ward Social ClubFollow on Instagram at @13thwardsocialclub and visit https://www.13thwardsocialclub.com/Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Inst...

Send us a textFormer Heaven’s Gate member Sawyer, along with his partner Cathy, join Dave and Greg for an amazing conversation. Sawyer, who was a member from 1976 through 1994, has been featured in Newsweek and the HBO documentary, however, our conversation tries to highlight beyond just the teachings of the group and really capture the experience as well as the emotion of being a classmate and now a survivor of the group. Sawyer’s partner Cathy presents as a next generation follower o...

Send us a textAileen Wuornos had been portrayed as a monster, but is that a fair analysis of what happened in her life? Was she conditioned to kill? Join Dave and Greg as they explore her traumatic early life through adulthood, and try to understand the complex trauma that constructed a serial killer. Intro and Outro music by 13th Ward Social ClubFollow on Instagram at @13thwardsocialclub and visit https://www.13thwardsocialclub.com/Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s G...

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. Intro and Outro music by 13th Ward Social ClubFollow on Instagram at @13thwardsocialclub and visit https://ww...

Send us a textWhat would you be willing to give to have all your dreams and desires come to fruition in an instant. If you could have all the money, power, and fame you could ask for what would you give up? Your values? Your morals? Your soul? Join Dave and Greg as they explore these questions through the incredible, legendary story of blues Icon Robert Johnson. Intro and Outro music by 13th Ward Social ClubFollow on Instagram at @13thwardsocialclub and visit https://www.13thwardsocialcl...

Send us a textIf you have ever wondered why we are here, what is our purpose, or just thought that there has to be more than this then you have a lot in common with the people from Heavens Gate. Join Dave and Greg as they explore how cults exploit our existential desires, and how this specific cult stood out from all the rest.Intro and Outro music by 13th Ward Social ClubFollow on Instagram at @13thwardsocialclub and visit https://www.13thwardsocialclub.com/Support the showFollow The Unconven...

Send us a textTrauma is difficult enough, but what happens when we are forced to remain in a state of trauma, and are constantly re-traumatized. Join Dave and Greg as the try to better understand complex trauma with the visual aid provided in the film Scream 3. Intro and Outro music by 13th Ward Social ClubFollow on Instagram at @13thwardsocialclub and visit https://www.13thwardsocialclub.com/Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram...

Send us a textElizabeth Bathory was a Hungarian noblewoman who was accused of horrifically torturing her young female servants. What were the circumstances that allowed Elizabeth to treat people this way. What motivated her vile actions? Is it possible that Elizabeth herself was a victim of a smear campaign? Join Dave and Greg as they dive into this story that has influenced nightmares for centuries. Intro and Outro music by 13th Ward Social ClubFollow on Instagram at @13thwardsocialclub...

Send us a textWhat constitutes a trauma? What makes a bully a bully? Concept creep is the broadening of the definitions of major societal issues like trauma, bullying, addiction, and more. It also involves the increase in mental health diagnosis. Join Dave and Greg as they try to understand if this is a positive or negative development in terms of the direction of societal progress. Intro and Outro music by 13th Ward Social ClubFollow on Instagram at @13thwardsocialclub and visit https:/...

Send us a textSkinwalkers, Native American shapeshifting witches! what can they teach us about the culture of the Navajo? How is the impact of these entities still felt today? Join Dave and Greg in this episode and learn more about skinwalkers and other Native American folklore.Intro and Outro music by 13th Ward Social ClubFollow on Instagram at @13thwardsocialclub and visit https://www.13thwardsocialclub.com/Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social med...

Send us a textSchizophrenia is a complex, and stigmatized disorder. Hallucinations and delusions impact both the person suffering, and their family and friends. Join Dave and Greg as they attempt to better understand the diagnosis of schizophrenia, and potentially break down some of the stigma surrounding this mental Illness. Intro and Outro music by 13th Ward Social ClubFollow on Instagram at @13thwardsocialclub and visit https://www.13thwardsocialclub.com/Support the showFollow The Unc...

Send us a textThe seven deadly sins were proposed so that your immortal soul would find peace in heaven, but what purpose did they serve for those in power here on earth? Join Dave and Greg as they discover how the 7 deadly sins are both a sinister tool, and potentially sensible cautions for the existence of society.Intro and Outro music by 13th Ward Social ClubFollow on Instagram at @13thwardsocialclub and visit https://www.13thwardsocialclub.com/Support the showFollow The Unconventional The...

Send us a textBorderline personality disorder can seem overwhelming and difficult to understand. Join Dave and greg as they break it down, not through text in a book but through what they have seen in those who experience the disorder and are trying to integrate it into a meaningful life.Intro and Outro music by 13th Ward Social ClubFollow on Instagram at @13thwardsocialclub and visit https://www.13thwardsocialclub.com/Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothi...

Send us a textManipulation, gaslighting, psychopathy, and coercion, on this episode Dave and Greg approach mental health from a different point of view. Join them as they explore the intricacies of Dark psychology.Intro and Outro music by 13th Ward Social ClubFollow on Instagram at @13thwardsocialclub and visit https://www.13thwardsocialclub.com/Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unconventionaltherapistsguidetonothingTwitter: @UT...

Send us a textWhat exactly is nostalgia? What purpose does it serve? Join Dave and Greg as they try to understand the complexities of this emotion and discuss their own personal sources of nostalgia. Punky, fruit snacks, Alf, lunchboxes, and more on this episode of MTGN. Intro and Outro music by 13th Ward Social ClubFollow on Instagram at @13thwardsocialclub and visit https://www.13thwardsocialclub.com/Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media...

Send us a textIn may of 1975 the idyllic Rhode Island community of Peacedale was forever changed by a gruesome murder. Join Dave and Greg as they struggle to explain how something as terrible as this could have happened, analyzing the horrendous case of child killer Michael Woodmansee.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...

Send us a textEver why urban legends exist? Could there be more to their purpose than just to be a scary story? Join Dave and Greg as they go beyond the legends to find out the true purpose to these modern dark fables.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.13thwards...

Send us a textHoodoo and similar practices have been portrayed in pop culture as a metaphor for evil. Listen as Dave and Greg search for it’s true purpose, and origin. What they discover may surprise you. 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.13thwardsocialclu...

Send us a textImagine being stuck on a lighthouse miles away from society with someone you dislike while outside there seems to be never-ending storms. Now imagine that person sitting across from you dies, leaving you isolated and paranoid. Hear the harrowing story of Smalls Lighthouse and learn what it is about isolation that can drive us to psychosis.Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unconventionaltherapistsguidetonothingTwitt...

Send us a textWhat would drive a family to defy all medical reasonings and resort to ritual exhumation and desecration of the dead? Learn about this and how a Rhode Island farm girl could have been the inspiration for the vampire myth as we know it today on this episode of modern therapists guide to nothing.Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unconventionaltherapistsguidetonothingTwitter: @UTGN_PodcastIntro and Outro music by 13th...

Send us a textCan a nightmare kill you? In the last 70’s early 80’s thousands of Hmong refugees fled to the United States. 117 of their men ages 18-57 in good health died screaming in their sleep. The refugees knew it was a nocturnal evil spirit. Western medicine set out to prove them wrong, and could not. Listen as Dave and Greg try to understand what was really going on here.Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unconventionalther...

Send us a textThere is not one of us out there that does not experience anxiety. What separates us is our reaction to it. Listen as Dave and Greg try to understand how to experience anxiety without allowing it to limit the quality of life, and possibly even begin to see it as a strength.Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unconventionaltherapistsguidetonothingTwitter: @UTGN_PodcastIntro and Outro music by 13th Ward Social Cl...

Send us a textDepression affects millions of people every year. Lots of those people suffer in silence. Our intention is to erase the stigma around mental health disorders so people are comfortable seeking help. Join Dave and Greg as they offer their insights and, hopefully helpful tips for combating this insidious Illness.Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unconventionaltherapistsguidetonothingTwitter: @UTGN_PodcastIntro and Out...

Send us a textEver wonder how a serial killer becomes a serial killer? Join us as we uncover the pathology of local boogeyman Craig Price, and help us explore the psychological aftermath of his brutal crimes.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....

Send us a textEver wonder just who are these unconventional therapists? What's their story and why do they care about mental health? Well if your answer is yes then here's the episode that gives you all the dirt, taking a look at our backgrounds and what fueled our passion for mental health awareness. So while we take a week to learn more about upcoming topics feel free to use this time to learn about the modern therapists path so far. Intro and Outro music by 13th Ward Social...

Send us a textEver wonder why some people choose a path of crime? Have you ever considered what prison reform actually looks like? And can a person truly change? We chat with Michael Liebowitz, an inmate at Osborn Correctional Institute in Connecticut, to discuss all these questions and so much more.Intro and Outro music by 13th Ward Social ClubFollow on Instagram at @13thwardsocialclub and visit https://www.13thwardsocialclub.com/Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to...

Send us a textExperiencing lingering symptoms from previous traumatic events or curious on how to help others who have experienced trauma? On this episode we share an unorthodox model to treat trauma through horror movies. Join us as we explore how to go from victim to survivor using the Final Girl model. Intro and Outro music by 13th Ward Social ClubFollow on Instagram at @13thwardsocialclub and visit https://www.13thwardsocialclub.com/Support the showFollow The Unconventional The...

Send us a textEver wonder if you’re doing the right thing with your life? Or who you are or what you’re supposed to become? We think the answers may lie in the pages of the Alchemist. Join us as we try to tease out the meaning in the pages to get some real profound insight on the roadmap to life.Intro and Outro music by 13th Ward Social ClubFollow on Instagram at @13thwardsocialclub and visit https://www.13thwardsocialclub.com/Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Not...