The Unconventional Therapists’ Guide to Nothing

Guide to Substance Use Disorder

Substance use disorder is largely identified by the difficulty to control consumption, its impact on our ability to function in our daily tasks and relationships, and the lengths we will go to obtain it. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss the disorder, various types of substances that are used, and thoughts on what make this such a problematic disorder for those who suffer from it.

Guide to Conspiracy Theories

Conspiracy theories highlight the humanistic need to make sense of situations that on the surface appear to be unexplainable, however, at times that inquisitiveness can spiral far beyond a notion or idea. Join Dave and Greg as they take a close look at what conspiracy theories are, what types of people tend to be believers, as well as times a conspiracy theory turned out to be true.

Guide to Solution Focused Therapy

Solution Focused Therapy is a brief therapeutic approach that utilizes an individuals strengths and resources while taking a goal oriented, present and future thinking strategy versus a focusing on past problems. Join Dave and Greg as they break down Solution Focused Therapy and discuss who and when it would be appropriate for use.

Guide to Ikigai

Ikigai, which translates to reason for being, is a Japanese concept that involves identifying your skills, what you are passionate about, and using them to create a life worth living. Join Dave and Greg as they work through the elements of this concept and share their thoughts on this concept of how to pursue a life of long lasting happiness.

Guide to Intermittent Explosive Disorder

Intermittent explosive disorder is a mental health diagnosis that is characterized by repeated and sudden episodes of impulsive, aggressive, violent behavior or angry verbal outbursts which involve reactions that are too extreme for the situation. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss the disorder, how it impacts those who experience it, and take a look at the controversy of the validity of the diagnosis.

Guide to Grimms' Fairy Tales

Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm were two brothers who sought to build a collection of stories that while both mystical and dark, were also tales of morals and values. Join Dave and Greg as they look at some of those iconic tales and discuss the contrast to the Disney versions they developed into as well as the idea of why these stories have been made less dark and violent over the years.

Guide to Jungian Archetypes

Carl Jung's personality archetypes are essentially an outline to that features all characters that we embody while helping people understand what ones they lean towards more and what motivates their choices in life. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss the Jungian Archetypes and discuss how understanding yourself can help you become a more effective individual.

Guide To Superstitions

Superstitions have played a role in society for ages yet many of us are completely unaware of what connection these rituals have to good or evil or where these strange beliefs originated. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss the psychology of superstitions as well as the origins of some of the most known rituals.

Guide to Aphorisms: Words to Live By

Words can be powerful and this episode explores that power by looking at famous aphorisms. Aphorisms are sort of like nicely worded quotes that reflect on life or offer general statements of guidance. Join Dave and Greg as they explore these words of wisdom and offer explanation on how they can better your life.
 
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Guide to Attachment Theory

Despite statistics stating otherwise, many of us experience fear, anxiety, and insecurity in our relationships. Attachment theory helps us better understand reasons these feelings may exist and provide insight to how they play out in our current relationships. Join Dave and Greg as they explore attachment theory and discover all the ways our childhood relationships may impact the relationships we are having today.