Send us a Text Message. “Catcher in the Rye” is considered one of the most important novels ever written, it’s also consistently on lists of banned books, and has been found on the person of multiple murders, and stalkers. Join Dave as they discuss this controversial American Classic. Support the Show. Follow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media: Instagram: @unconventionaltherapistsguidetonothing Twitter: @UTGN_Podcast Intro and Outro music by 13th Ward Social...

Send us a Text Message. Autism spectrum disorder is a developmental diagnosis that impacts how a person perceives and socializes with others. This can cause issues for an individuals interpersonal skills, and socialization. The disorder also includes a wide range of symptoms lending use to the term “spectrum”. Join Dave and Greg as they share their experiences, discuss what it is and what it isn’t, and try to better understand ASD. Support the Show. Follow The Unconventional Therapist’s...

Send us a Text Message. Enneagram is a system of typology that utilizes a symbol comprised of 3 different shapes, it breaks personality down into 9 types. It has its roots in ancient philosophy and mysticism, but also is used in modern psychology. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss its validity, uses, and limitations.  Support the Show. Follow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media: Instagram: @unconventionaltherapistsguidetonothing Twitter: @UTGN_Podcast Intro...

Send us a Text Message. If there was a Mount Rushmore for psychology our Subject today would definitely make the cut. Today we talk about the mythopoetic, esoteric, and eccentric genius that would expound on Freuds theory and create a framework of thought, identifying a collective soul of humanity that would influence us all whether we realize it or not. Support the Show. Follow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media: Instagram:...

Send us a Text Message. Ketamine is a dissociative anesthetic typically used to induce anesthesia, as well as manage pain. It’s used recreationally and can be extremely dangerous, closely related to PCP. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss the promising possibilities for this drug as a treatment for mental health conditions, especially depression and suicidality.  Support the Show. Follow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media: Instagram:...

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints decided they would move on from the practice of polygamy in the early 20th century. Not all members agreed which caused a fracture where some practitioners wanted to follow more fundamentalists teaching. The FLDS was born and created fertile ground for Warren Jeffs to plant his evil seeds. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss polygamy, Warren Jeffs, and the FLDS as the dangerous cult that it is.  BetterHelpDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate...

The prophecy claimed that a virginal maid would emerge from the woods and regain the crown for France…in 1412 Joan of Arc was born a peasant and by the time she was a teenager she would be leading the would be kings army to end the 100 years war for France, all guided by her communication with the divine. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss her extraordinary life, and try to understand if this was mental illness or divine intervention.  This show is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online...

Between the years 1845-1852 the Irish lost 1/8 of its population to starvation and related illness, while an equal amount emigrated away from the country. These horrific conditions caused lasting effects on the Irish that have lasted into the present. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss The Irish Potato famine.  Leadership Lessons From The Great BooksReading great literature is better than trying to read and understand...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify This show is sponsored...

World religions, philosophy, and literature have always been trying to answer the question, what happens when we die? Some say they have the answers, and how have they acquired this ethereal knowledge? Well, in short, they have been there. Join Dave and Greg as they explore heaven and hell and discuss near death experiences. This show is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try by going to betterhelp.com/NOTHING and get 10% off your first month. Support the showFollow The...

When thinking of a Renaissance names like Da Vinci and Shakespeare, come to mind, but America has a Renaissance of its own, and instead of recycling a culture it was about creating one. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss the philosophy, literature, music, and movement that is the Harlem Renaissance. This show is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try by going to betterhelp.com/NOTHING and get 10% off your first month. Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to...

Charming, good looking, intelligent, and artistic. Rodney Alcala seemed to be an attractive young man with a ton of potential. Maybe that is why he was picked on his 1978 appearance on the dating game. As the country watched the playful banter between potential lovers, they had no idea that they were being entertained by evil incarnate. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss the horrific crimes, and the psychopathy of The Dating Game Killer. Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s...

Join Dave and Greg as they celebrate Valentine’s Day by discussing Gary Chapmans famous, or perhaps infamous self help book “The Five Love Languages”. Discover how it has permeated public consciousness, and how effective it can be as a relationship improvement tool. Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media: Instagram: @unconventionaltherapistsguidetonothing Twitter: @UTGN_Podcast Intro and Outro music by 13th Ward Social Club Follow on Instagram...

The Malleus Maleficarum is a 600 page treatise designed to popularize, categorize, and vilify the ideas of witchcraft, and magic. It was used to combat the “witch craze” in Europe, and eventually America. Join Dave and Greg as they explore this text written to explain the inexplicable.  Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media: Instagram: @unconventionaltherapistsguidetonothing Twitter: @UTGN_Podcast Intro and Outro music by 13th Ward Social...

We have all encountered somebody who displays narcissistic tendencies. We may even at times notice them in ourselves. What exactly are these personality traits and when do they become a diagnosable condition? Join Dave and Greg as they discuss what is, and what isn’t Narcissistic Personality Disorder. Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media: Instagram: @unconventionaltherapistsguidetonothing Twitter: @UTGN_Podcast Intro and Outro music by 13th...

Mother Theresa was a Catholic nun and founder of “missionaries of charity” an order of nuns tasked with caring for those refused by all others. Those with HIV, Tuberculosis, and  Leprosy. She encouraged us to “find our own Calcutta” and do what we can to alleviate suffering of the people most in need, but there is of course more to the story…join Dave and Greg as they discuss both the accolades and criticisms of the world’s most accomplished nun. Support the showFollow The Unconventional...

EMDR is a form of therapy to treat trauma, and other distressing mental illnesses. The goal is to reprocess triggering memories and lessen the effect they have on our mood, and psyche. Join Dave and Greg as they try to better understand this relatively new, quick, and less stressful treatment option. Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media: Instagram: @unconventionaltherapistsguidetonothing Twitter: @UTGN_Podcast Intro and Outro music by 13th...

Sigmund Freud is the father of modern therapy, and the creator of psychoanalysis. His identification of the subconscious is as big a discovery as space, or the depths of the ocean. The exploration possibilities are endless. In todays episode we talk about Freuds contributions to the field as well as his controversial views.  Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media: Instagram: @unconventionaltherapistsguidetonothing Twitter: @UTGN_Podcast Intro...

Just before the new year in 1999 people started drawing attention to a computer glitch having to do with the two digit date. The fear was for a global apocalyptic catastrophe. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss the existential threat that comes from digital reliance, and should we have used this opportunity to become independent from technology instead of doubling down. Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media: Instagram:...

Join Dave and Greg as they discover holiday traditions from around the world, and dig into the origins of the traditions we celebrate year after year. Happy Holidays!!! Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media: Instagram: @unconventionaltherapistsguidetonothing Twitter: @UTGN_Podcast Intro and Outro music by 13th Ward Social Club Follow on Instagram at @13thwardsocialclub and visit https://www.13thwardsocialclub.com/

Edgar Allen Poe famously describes walling up a rival, brick by brick in “The Cask of Amontillado” this concept becomes more horrific when we understand that this is not only in fiction, but has happened countless times in many different ways throughout history. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss Immurement, and premature burial. Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media: Instagram: @unconventionaltherapistsguidetonothing Twitter:...

Homelessness is a complex issue that affects half a million people. Many have addiction, mental health, or financial difficulties, but it seems to be more of a matter of affordable housing. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss homelessness in general as well as a very specific subset of the population, the infamous “mole people” Eye-Opening Moments PodcastEye-Opening Moments are stories of adversity, encounters, and perspectives. They are...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify Support the...

On this episode we discuss Chinua Achebe’s “Things Fall Apart”. Through the framework of this novel we explore themes like identity, toxic masculinity, acceptance, fear, tolerance, and much more. Join Dave and Greg as they try and better understand themselves and others through this incredibly important piece of literature. Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media: Instagram: @unconventionaltherapistsguidetonothing Twitter: @UTGN_Podcast Intro...

Capgras is a misidentification syndrome in which the sufferer believes that loved ones are replaced by imposters. It has been described as a “delusion of emotion” because that emotion of “knowing” is absent. In a sense they have lost their ability to see the soul. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss the symptoms, causes,and treatments of this rare, incredibly sad phenomena.  Lord Of SporeMagic Mushroom SporesSupport the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social...

Eating disorders are conditions that affect physical, psychological, and social health.  In this episode we will cover anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, and Body Dysmorphia. Because of the dangers associated with these disorders our intent is to bring awareness to the potential causes, for prevention and treatments to mitigate harmful symptoms. Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media: Instagram:...