The Unconventional Therapists’ Guide to Nothing

Guide to the Chinese Zodiac Calendar

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.

Guide to Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol

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.

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

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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 Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagra...

Guide to Kwanzaa

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: @unconventionaltherapistsguidetonothingTwitter: @UTGN_PodcastIn...

Guide to Tarot

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: @unconventionaltherapistsguidetonothingTwitter: @UTGN_PodcastIntro and Outro music by 13t...

Guide to Burnout

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 Instagram at @13thwardsocialclub and visit https://www.13thwardso...

Guide to H.H. Holmes

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 Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: ...

Guide to Cognitive Distortions

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 and Outro music by 13th Ward Social ClubFollow on Instagram at...

Guide to Dementia

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 Dave and Greg as the discuss the insidious nature of Dementia.Su...

Guide to the Hero’s Journey

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 it be a factorSupport the showFollow The Unconventional Therap...