I Married Your Therapist

Here's why you smoke weed everyday Mar 10, 2024

Weed, booze, chronic shopping, over-eating, you get it. Your therapist calls it "running from discomfort". No judgement here bro, I'm the fuckin captain of the smoke weed everyday ship.
She's gonna walk us both through why running from discomfort can actually create it's own problems. Come listen to these tips on how and why to stop running all the time. Trust me, it works.

ND life skills: moving Mar 03, 2024

Moving is one of the most stressful things we can do. Your therapist has sessions pretty regularly where she talks to clients about it. Come join us for a few helpful tips on ways to manage stress when you're moving (especially if you're neurodivergent).

How to get the job you want Feb 25, 2024

OMG you guys your therapist wanted to interview ME instead of the other way around bc ppl hire me to help them find jobs and write their resume and do mock interviews and I'm really friggin good at helping people land their dream jobs and Ash wanted to talk to ME about it because apparently she talks to her clients all the time about how to find jobs so this time I'M THE EXPERT OMG i'm blushing come check it out i get HYPED UP on this sh*t

How to make friends if you're autistic Feb 18, 2024

If you're autistic (or think you might be), making friends can be hard. Your therapist Ash is autistic and talks to clients all day long about how to make true friends. Come listen to her advice.

Building community at work Feb 11, 2024

A listener reached out and asked your therapist for her advice about making friends at work. Being friendly with coworkers is easy, but becoming close friends with coworkers can be tricky.
If you ever have a specific question for Ash, email us at imarriedyourtherapist@gmail.com.

how i met your therapist Feb 04, 2024

alright, enough of you asked, your therapist and i will tell you how we met. she was only 16 but so was i so it wasn't weird or anything.
we've known each other for over a decade, so we have some tips on things we did well and things that...well, y'know, you might wanna avoid.

Your therapist talks about her religious trauma Jan 28, 2024

Everyone wants to tell their therapist about their religious trauma, but no one wants to listen to her about her trauma :( so Ash shares with me her background, specifically as a woman who's autistic and in the LGBTQ+ community

Setting boundaries with friends Jan 21, 2024

Boundaries are important, but we've only talked about them on the podcast in the context of relationships. In the spirit of our theme for the year of building community, I'm asking your therapist about the role of boundaries in friendships.

Your greatest strength is vulnerability Jan 14, 2024

So you think you're a f*ckin tough guy, huh? You think you're strong? Resilient? Capable? Don't need any help?
One of the truest forms of strength is the ability to be vulnerable with others. It is how we build the strongest connections with the people we care about. Your therapist shares with us how important this attribute is, and why it should be on your mind.

Make 2024 your b!tch Jan 07, 2024

We're back!
Your therapist Ash has a great alternative to New Year's resolutions: themes. She picks a theme for the year (like "family" or "boundaries") and focuses on that theme. It's a cool alternative to a resolution that you're not going to keep anyways, and it's a helpful way to add some purpose and context to your plans for 2024.

F*ck anxiety Oct 29, 2023

Man, f*ck anxiety. Seriously, f*ck anxiety. Let's talk about what your therapist tells her clients when they are struggling with it.
This is our last episode of the year. We're taking the holidays off and will see you in January, 2024. Thanks for a great first year of I Married Your Therapist!

Listen in on a therapy session Oct 22, 2023

For the first time ever, we are presenting an actual therapy session. Your therapist had a friend (and former guest on the show), Emily Scott-Cruz come over and record a first-time counseling intake. If you're feeling nervous about starting therapy, this is a good way to familiarize yourself with what your first session might look like.

How to speedrun therapy Oct 15, 2023

Can you beat the therapy speedrunning world record? Current record holder is Adam Mcallister, a Wisconsinite who achieved ultimate healing and forgave his parents for giving birth to him after only three sessions.
(In all seriousness, your therapist tells us what she would do if she was helping you speedrun therapy.)

Neurodiversity 101 Oct 08, 2023

If you're new to the topic of neurodiversity, this one's for you.
(This might be a good episode to share with your mom lol)

Embrace our brains Oct 01, 2023

Does corporate America suck? Well, obviously. But there are people out there who are trying to make it suck less, and your therapist is one of them. Your therapist presented at a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion conference. We recap her presentation, talk about the experience, and I share my story of recently requesting neurodivergent accommodations at my workplace.

Did your parents set you up for success? Sep 24, 2023

The transition from childhood to adulthood is different for everyone. Did your parents help you through that journey? My mom's in town, so we sat her down to chat about how she purposefully helped us navigate the change.

Answering YOUR questions pt 2 Sep 17, 2023

We had a lot of fun in part one, so we decided to do another episode of popular questions people want to ask therapists.
We talk about:
- Do gaslighters ever change in therapy?
- How do you handle no-shows?
- Will my therapist reject me if I tell her something truly shameful?
- Is it a problem if my therapist shares too much with me too soon?
- How can I get free mental health support if I can't afford a therapist?

Answering YOUR questions pt 1 Sep 10, 2023

I found a bunch of questions that people commonly ask therapists and thought "hey I have a podcast" so here we are.
We talk about:
- have you ever wanted to be irl friends with clients?
- can mentally ill people be therapists?
- can a new therapist immediately diagnose me?
- can you truly fully recover from a lifetime of trauma?
- are you honest with your clients?

This episode will make you grieve Sep 03, 2023

Is it only ok to grieve if someone died? Grief plays a very important role in our life and often gets ignored. Come, grieve with us as you're forced to listen your therapist Ash explain how to properly grieve to a nincompoop.

Raising neurodivergent kids - part two Aug 27, 2023

Listen to episode 1 first you chucklehead

Raising neurodivergent kids - part one Aug 20, 2023

Raising neurodivergent kids presents unique challenges and unique opportunities. We sit down with Courtney Clement Bowles, a licensed Play Therapist who specializes in working with neurodivergent children. She gives practical advice for parents who want to build a better relationship with their kid.

Let's talk about your p*nis (body dysmorphia) Aug 13, 2023

Yall mind if I talk about my d*ck right quick? Cool.
Body dysmorphia - an obsession over a perceived physical flaw, knows no gender boundaries. It affects men and women. I talk to your therapist Ash about men's issues around penis size and it's significant impact on our mental well-being. She also explains the different ways that dysmorphia can impact us and the best ways to deal with it.

Oh hell no - dealing with religious trauma Aug 06, 2023

This is a very personal episode. Your therapist and I both have had difficult experiences with religious trauma. Your therapist Ash helps contextualize what religious trauma is and how it impacts her clients. I share my personal story - and I get a little worked up in the process.

Intro to boundary setting in your relationship Jul 30, 2023

When is enough enough? How do you know when to draw the line? Your therapist Ash and I talk through what boundaries are, how to identify what your boundaries need to be, how to set them and how to maintain them.

Becoming a productivity pro Jul 23, 2023

Have you needed to change your oil but just can't seem to make it happen? Dishes piling up in the kitchen, but you never have time to get to them? Are you trying to be more efficient and effective but always get distracted? This one is for you.

Unhinged relationship questions Jul 16, 2023

Your therapist Ash and I ask each other a bunch of really unhinged questions about our relationship - questions like "if I were stuck in a room with my ex, and the world was ending in 30 minutes, would you be mad if I hooked up with them?" Yeah, unhinged. Come listen to see if we're still married at the end of the episode!

The Rabbit Effect - the importance of kindness Jul 09, 2023

Your therapist Ash recently learned about a study called The Rabbit Effect. It underscores what we already know - having someone show you kindness and love impacts not only your mental health, but your physical health as well.

Relationship cheat codes Jul 02, 2023

Your therapist Ash and I reveal our most effective tips for navigating a successful relationship: Argue better, delight in your partner, and talk about sex.

Things I've learned as your therapist Jun 25, 2023

Your therapist Ash came up with a list of things she wishes she knew when she got started. If you're a therapist, in school to become a therapist, or just curious about how your brain works, this one's for you!

Depressed? Here's what to do: Jun 18, 2023

Depression sucks. Your therapist and I talk through practical tips to effectively combat depression. If you're struggling right now, you're not alone.

Autistic therapist talks about autism Jun 11, 2023

Your therapist and I talk about what autism is, her journey of discovering that she is autistic, and the pros and cons of pursuing a formal diagnosis.

LGBTQ+ & ND: The Perfect Pairing Jun 04, 2023

Happy pride month! The large majority of people who are neuro-divergent are also in the LGBTQ+ community. Your therapist and I talk about why.

IT'S LADIES NIGHT! (ADHD in women) May 28, 2023

In our first listener-requested episode, your therapist and I decide to host our very own "ladies night" to discuss ADHD in women! We discuss common ways that ADHD presents in women and how you can better embrace your brain.

Fight for your rights: neurodivergent self-advocacy May 21, 2023

Your therapist and I had the opportunity to interview Zoe Darazsdi, a mental health counselor who's autistic. She is an outspoken advocate for neurodivergent rights. Zoe's work in this space is something we fully support and we were both very excited to chat with her!
Contact Zoe:

Instagram: @zoedarazsdicounseling

Website: https://www.zoedarazsdi.com/

Tiktok: @zoedarazsdicounseling

Email: zoedarazsdi@gmail.com

(Quick Chat) Good therapy: the green flags May 14, 2023

In a follow-up to last week's episode about red flags in counseling, your therapist Ash and I chat about what makes a good therapist. Practical advice is given, and Ash shares her approach to therapy that enables her clients to heal.

Bad therapy: the red flags May 07, 2023

How can you tell if you have a good therapist? What are red flags that you might have a bad one? I sat down with your therapist Ash to talk about a recent experience she had that really illuminated how bad bad therapy can be.

When was the last time you played? Apr 30, 2023

We sit down with Courtney Clement Bowles, a Play Therapist who specializes in working with neurodiverse kids. Your therapist and I join Courtney on a call to learn more about being a play therapist and how she supports autistic kids and kids with ADHD.
Courtney's Insta: @counseling.with.courtney

Quick Chat: Crushing my soul and other love languages Apr 23, 2023

Info Dumping, Parallel Play, Penguin Pebbling, Crush My Soul Back Into My Body, and Support Swapping.
I sit down with your therapist to talk about what these mean and why the ND community identifies with them.

Hydration = Strong relationships Apr 16, 2023

Almost all clients end up talking about their relationships. Your therapist finds herself giving a lot of universal advice. Sit down with us for a conversation about easy, simple ways you can strengthen your relationship!

Quick Chat: Abuse and violence in relationships Apr 09, 2023

Your therapist used to be a Sexual Assault Victim Advocate. I ask her for her thoughts on common signs of abuse, how to help, what to do, and early red flags to help spot a potential abuser.

When is it time to stop therapy? Apr 02, 2023

Ending therapy with a client is called terminating, which I find endlessly hilarious. I have a conversation with your therapist about how to know when it is time to end therapy.

One time I fought a lion (trauma responses) Mar 27, 2023

The four trauma responses are fight, flight, freeze, and fawn. Your therapist and I chat through each response and how they may be impacting you daily.

...and I'm an alcoholic Mar 19, 2023

Your therapist has an old friend who is just like me - an alcoholic. Emily Scott-Cruz joins us to talk through their experience alcohol. We both have different experiences with addiction and sobriety, and your therapist is, well, you know, a therapist.

You should lie to your therapist Mar 13, 2023

Being vulnerable is hard. No need for that; lie instead! Your therapist and I talk about honesty in therapy and why being open is important.

Your eating is disordered Mar 05, 2023

Disordered eating can lead to eating disorders. Fad diets can turn deadly. Why is that? Your therapist has some thoughts...

OMG he's so bipolar Feb 26, 2023

OK. This time, it is personal. Your therapist and I know someone who has bipolar disorder (me), so we are pretty knowledgeable about this one. We talk through what bipolar disorder is, ways it impacts people, and how therapy and medication can help you live a balanced life.
CW: We discuss suicide.

So we heard your girlfriend's neurodivergent Feb 19, 2023

Your therapist keeps hearing from complaints from clients about their partners. Complaints about how they're super messy and not respectful of your time or how they're not interested in the things you are interested in.
If your partner is neuro-divergent, the solution to those types of problems can be a lot easier than you think.
Come check out what my wife (your therapist) has to say about maximizing a relationship with someone who is neuro-spicy!

This episode will make you transgender Feb 12, 2023

Ok, it might not make you trans, but your therapist and I really love the transgender community. I sit down and ask her what it means to be a trans affirming therapist and how the rest of us can support these beautiful humans.

Your first therapy session will absolutely fix all of your problems Feb 05, 2023

I sit down with your therapist to learn more about the dreaded "first session" - what happens when you sit down for counseling for the first time. We cover what to expect, how to know that you and your counselor are going to work well together, and how the first session is critical to establishing your relationship.
And no, your first session will not fix all of your problems. But the first step in a journey is often the hardest - congrats on making it this far!
CW: Discussion of suicidal ideation being brought up in session

This episode will give you ADHD Jan 29, 2023

I married your therapist. I have ADHD. We sit down to talk through what having ADHD is like. Between being married to me and also specializing in neurodiversity, your therapist is a bit of an expert. Check it out!

This episode will make you gay Jan 15, 2023

Ok, it might not make you gay, but your therapist is a part of the LGBTQ+ community. She sits down with her husband to chat about what therapy looks like for clients who don't quite fit into a heteronormative world. Come celebrate the community with us!

Autism is cool, get over it Jan 02, 2023

Price and your therapist navigate the topic of autism. They discuss what autism is, what some autistic traits are, and how we should celebrate neurodiversity.
(BTW, your therapist actually is autistic, so we know a bit about neuro-spiciness around here.)

Your constant references to trauma trigger me Nov 28, 2022

Price is feeling a little frustrated with how frequently words like trauma, cope, and trigger are seemingly thrown around. How can someone say they have experienced trauma if they have never seen war or violence? Your therapist breaks it down.

Becoming a therapist Nov 28, 2022

Your therapist tells us what it takes to actually become a therapist. It is a lot of work!

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