The Unconventional Therapists’ Guide to Nothing

Guide to Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Dialectical Behavior Therapy, more commonly referred to as DBT, is a evidence-based therapy model developed by Marsha Linehan that was initially developed to treat individuals experiencing intense emotional responses and interpersonal issues, however, has been adapted over years to treat a wide variety issues and populations such as eating disorders, substance use, and working with individuals with intellectual disabilities. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss the therapeutic modality, it's structure and core elements.
 
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Guide to Ed Kemper

At 6'9" and 300 lbs., Ed Kemper is not only one the largest serials killers, but arguably one of the scariest and most vicious. Despite this, he remains far less discussed than others in this category such as Dahmer, Bundy, and Gacy. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss Kemper's childhood, murders, and just what makes him seemingly overlooked. 
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Guide to Pornography Addiction

Pornography addiction is an increasing issue that can have serious negative impacts on those who struggle with it yet it fails to have an official mental health diagnosis listing in the DSM V. Join Dave and Greg as they go into what porn addiction is, the negative impacts it can have on individuals and their relationships, as well some treatment options to support those who suffer with the taboo issue. 
 
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Guide to Jonathan Swift's A Modest Proposal

Satire is a way to indirectly draw attention to societal issues, often through over the top humor. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss Swift’s “A Modest Proposal” which served as the solution to the Irish Famine. The solution was so horrifyingly taboo that it may have changed the course of history.

Guide to Conversion Disorder

Functional neurological disorder is a brain based condition that disrupts the communication between the brain and the body. Formally known as conversion disorder. This illness is when psychological stressors manifest in physical symptoms, join Dave and Greg as they discuss what was conversion disorder.

Guide to the Black Panther Party

When you think of an organization that fed 20,000 underprivileged kids daily, or developed clinics to help treat sickle cell the first thing that comes to mind probably is not the Black Panther Party. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss the movement that started the movement to police the police. 

Guide to Hoarding

Why do people Hoard? When does it become mental illness? What’s the difference between boarding and collecting? What explains the cognitive dissonance necessary to trade your relationships for seemingly worthless items. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss all things Hoarder.
 
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Guide to Twin Flames

Is there one person out there for all of us? It’s poetic, and beautiful to believe that there is. Many people are searching for their other half, but is that leaving them vulnerable to manipulation? Join Dave and Greg as they discuss a group who preyed on those who hoped for love. The Twin Flames Cult.

Guide to Heartbreak

“If the Sun refused to shine, I would still be loving you. Mountains crumble to the sea, there will still be you and me” people fall deeply in love and it’s difficult to find the words to express the level of emotion. The same is true when that love is pulled away. The fall can be deep and dark. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss emotional and physical phenomena we all know as heartbreak.

Guide to Clowns

Clowns have been a piece in human entertainment for millennia, but what is it about them that causes us to cringe? The fixed emotion, the unknown affect? Join Dave and Greg as they discuss clowns, what they are, why we think they are horrifying, and what they say about us all.