Therapy Unzipped
Welcome to 'Therapy Unzipped', where we unzip and unpack the complex world of mental health! Hosted by seasoned therapists Brett and Tom, we aim to demystify the processes and practices of mental health therapy, all with a dash of humor. With our lighthearted yet informative approach, we make mental health conversations accessible and approachable. We understand that discussing mental health can sometimes be intimidating, and we strive to break down those barriers. That's why our podcast focuses on answering common questions, addressing misconceptions, and providing clear, accurate, and practical information about mental health and therapy. Each episode dives into a...
F*CK OFF!
This week: F*CK OFF!
On this episode, Tom and Brett discuss if and when it's appropriate to tell somone off.
Actionable steps: Be Kind and Be Respectful to one another.
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Dream Warriors
This week: Dream Warriors
On this episode, Tom and Brett discuss how use sleep and our dreams as a weapon against anxiery and panic.
Actionable steps: Be Kind and Be Respectful to one another.
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Throwing Breadsticks and Trauma Dumping on Your Barista
This week:
On this episode, Tom and Brett answert some listener questions and talk about anger abd who to talk to when you need to be heard.
Actionable steps: Be Kind and Be Respectful to one another.
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Reluctance to Change
This week: Reluctance to Change
On this episode, Tom and Brett discuss reasons why people potentially have a hard time changing and what to do about it.
Actionable steps: Be Kind and Be Respectful to one another.
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Reactions
This week:
On this episode, Tom and Brett answer a listener question about reacting in a situation. We talk about narcissists, empaths, and codependency along with steps to make positive changes.
Actionable steps: Be Kind and Be Respectful to one another.
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Why Are People So Different Nowadays?
This week: Why Are People So Different Nowadays?
On this episode, Tom and Brett discuss who things and people just aren't what they were. Things are different, but why? Also answering a listener questions about addictions and violated trust.
Actionable steps: Be Kind and Be Respectful to one another.
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That's Funny
This week: That's Funny
On this episode, Tom and Brett discuss the impoprtance of laughter as we answer some zany listener questions.
Actionable steps: Be Kind and Be Respectful to one another.
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*Suggestible Mind Podcast
Books *The Impact of Social Media and Technology on Mental Health: A Comprehensive Guide https://www.amazon.com/Impact-Social-Technology-Mental-Health...
Listener Q&A, wash your eggplant, mindfulness for the hectic, video games, and the magic of dogs
This week: Listener Q&A, wash your eggplant, mindfulness for the hectic, video games, and the magic of dogs
On this episode, Tom and Brett answer listener questions.
Actionable steps: Be Kind and Be Respectful to one another.
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*Suggestible Mind Podcast
Books *The Impact of Social Media and Technology on Mental Health: A Comprehensive...
Top 10 Ways to Inspire
This week:
On this episode, Tom gives a quick episode on the top 10 ways to ispire yourself and others.
Actionable steps: Be Kind and Be Respectful to one another.
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*Suggestible Mind Podcast
Books *The Impact of Social Media and Technology on Mental Health: A Comprehensive Guide https://www.amazon.com/Impact-Social-Technology-Mental-Health/dp/B0C642...
State of the Union
This week: State of the Union
On this episode, Tom and Brett discuss ways in which to end the divide.
Actionable steps: Be Kind and Be Respectful to one another.
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*Suggestible Mind Podcast
Books *The Impact of Social Media and Technology on Mental Health: A Comprehensive Guide https://www.amazon.com/Impact-Social-Technology-Mental-Health/dp/B0...
Set some goals, Bruh
This week: Set some goals, Bruh.
On this episode, Tom and Brett answer listener questions and discuss more about goal setting.
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*Suggestible Mind Podcast
Books *The Impact of Social Media and Technology on Mental Health: A Comprehensive Guide https://www.amazon.com/Impact-Social-Technology-Mental-Health/dp/B0C642FV9D/ref=sr_1_3?crid=NL15N5NQ3ORS&keywords...
Storytime-Journey of the Starborn
This week: Storytime, Journey of the Starborn
On this episode, Tom narrates a story about overcoming adversity and finding your own unique path. Every story has parts you can relate to, meanings and suggestions to help you on your own journey, and symbolism. Discover what the story means for you.
Background music: Cody Martin Secret Place
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Love, Defined by You
This week: Love, Defined by You
On this episode, Tom and Brett discuss ways in which people define, view, and express love. Get yourself a copy of “The Five Love Languages”.
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*Suggestible Mind Podcast
Books *The Impact of Social Media and Technology on Mental Health: A Comprehensive Guide https://www.amazon.com/Impact-Social-Technology-Mental-Health/dp/B0C642FV9D...
What are you consuming?
This week: What are you consuming?
On this episode, Tom and Brett discuss how the things that we consume effect us.
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*Suggestible Mind Podcast
Books *The Impact of Social Media and Technology on Mental Health: A Comprehensive Guide https://www.amazon.com/Impact-Social-Technology-Mental-Health/dp/B0C642FV9D/ref=sr_1_3?crid=NL15N5NQ3ORS&keywords...
What Stage Are You In?
This week: What Stage Are You In?
On this episode, Tom and Brett discuss more about change and the way we view the process in the Stages of Change.
The stages of change are a model that describes the process of changing a behavior. The model includes the following stages: • Precontemplation: People are not intending to change, and may not be aware of the consequences of their current behaviors • Contemplation: People are aware of a problem and are considering making a change • Preparation: People have committed to making a change and are creating a plan • Action...
10 Ways to Deal with Reluctance to Change
This week: 10 Ways to Deal with Reluctance to Change
On this episode, Tom discusses how he helps clients deal with and overcome reluctance to change.
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*Suggestible Mind Podcast
Books *The Impact of Social Media and Technology on Mental Health: A Comprehensive Guide https://www.amazon.com/Impact-Social-Technology-Mental-Health/dp/B0C642FV9D/ref=sr_1_3?crid=NL15...
Yoga Nidra
This Week: Yoga Nidra Practice
This is a guided meditation so find a comforatble place to close your eyes and lie down
Yoga nidra is a practice of a meditative state of wakeful sleep or conscious sleep. It is a systematic way of turning inwards and to complete relaxation. It is a practice of moving the senses inward and away from outer experiences.
Benefits
Increases energy Reduces anxiety Enhances creativity Helps with insomnia Improves creative visualization Improves cognitive thinking Relaxes the body
*Script from YogaRenew
What Are You Practicing For?
This week: What Are You Practicing For?
On this episode, Tom and Brett talk about how you reap what you sow. You are always practicing for something, it’s up to you to discover what that is and if you’d like to change it.
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*Suggestible Mind Podcast
Books *The Impact of Social Media and Technology on M...
Do Your 5
This week: Do Your 5
On this episode, Tom and Brett talk about new year’s goals, resolutions, and healthy habits.
Your Non-negotiable 5 1) Sleep 2) Nutrition 3) Exercise 4) Water 5) Daily Schedule
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*Suggestible Mind Podcast
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No Regerts
This week: No Regerts
On this episode, Tom and Brett talk about how our expectations can be our downfall as well as our motivator.
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Feel Like You’re in a Holding Pattern?
This week: Feel Like You’re in a Holding Pattern?
On this episode, Tom and Brett talk about indecisiveness and holding patterns.
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Seen Any Good Movies?
This week: Seen Any Good Movies?
On this episode, Tom and Brett talk about the how movies help us escapre and sometimes offer valuable lessons.
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Great A**!
This week: Great A**!
On this episode, Tom and Brett dive into helping couples make improvements on their relationship.
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Panic at the Discount
This week: Panic at the Discount
On this episode, Tom and Brett explain panic attacks and how to deal with them.
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Books *The Impact of Social Media and Technology on Mental Health: A Comprehensive...
Holidays, Oh No!
This week: Holidays, Oh No!
On this episode, Tom and Brett discuss how to navigate challenges and difficulties during the holidays.
Link to our online community, Top Sand https://top-sand.mn.co/share/4bsqtkKh8Vppahul?utm_source=manual
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The F-its
This week: The F-its
On this episode, Tom and Brett discuss how the phenomenon of the “F***its” and how to deal with them.
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Election, WTF?
This week: Election, WTF?
On this episode, Tom and Brett discuss how the Election has traumatized and dysregulated many as well as how to work through it.
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You Can Play With It!
This week: You Can Play With It!
On this episode, Tom and Brett discuss the importance of routines and engaging in healthy habits.
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Learning From Clients
This week: Learning From Clients
On this episode, Tom and Brett discuss the things we have learned from our clients.
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It’s the Same Coffee!
This week: It’s the Same Coffee!
On this episode, Tom and Brett discuss ways of staying adaptable and resilient.
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Staying Strong When Life Disrupts Your Flow
This week: "Staying Strong When Life Disrupts Your Flow"
On this episode, Tom discusses the chaos that occurs when our routines are thrown out of whack.
• “Life is what happens to you while you're busy making other plans.” – John Lennon • Acknowledge how we often find strength in our routines, but when those routines are disrupted, it can feel as though everything is spiraling. • Purpose of the episode: To explore practical ways to hold fast when the universe throws unexpected challenges and messes with our well-laid plans.
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Storytime: “The Lizard in the Fire”
This week: Storytime: “The Lizard in the Fire”
On this episode, Tom shares an old African story of transition and transformation. Special thanks to Dr. Andrew Dobo, Micheal Meade, Dr. Milton Erikson, and the Nupe People.
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<...The Big “D”
This week: The Big “D”
On this episode, Tom and Brett discuss discipline. What it is, how to get it, and how to maintain it.
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Stay in Your own Sphere, Man
This week: Stay in Your Sphere, Man
On this episode, Tom and Brett discuss the importance of staying in and focusing on your own spere, what is within your own control.
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Find Your Peace
This week: Find Your Peace
On this episode, Tom and Brett discuss the importance of finding peace in one’s life every day.
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Anticipation and Procrastination
This week: Anticipation and Procrastination
On this episode, Tom and Brett discuss ways to manage anticipating the worse and the negative consequences.
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Are we in an Existential Crisis?
This week: Are we in an Existential Crisis?
On this episode, Tom and Brett discuss ways to manage existential crisis and acclimating to change.
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Prevention and Being Proactive
This week: Prevention and Being Proactive
On this episode, Tom and Brett discuss ways in which prevention and being proactive can set us up for success in the future. Let’s not be so reactive.
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Falling back into Old Habits
This week: Falling back into Old Habits
On this episode, Tom and Brett discuss how to not beat ourselves up when we fall into old unhealthy habits and how to get back to engaging in the healthy ones.
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Decision Fatigue
This week: Decision Fatigue
On this episode, Tom and Brett discuss some cognitive decline and decision fatigue post COVID and in a seemingly rocky society.
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