Stay tuned after the episode for a little surprise! A sample of our weekly "After the Pod" only on Patreon! Lou shares his candid thoughts on why he struggles with therapy, particularly due to the scheduling during the day (not really). He reveals exciting news about finally getting scheduled for his autism and ADHD testing, highlighting the importance of understanding these neurodivergent experiences. Meanwhile, Michael embarks on his first EMDR session with a new therapist, diving into the transformative process of Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. As Michael explores Internal Family Systems (IFS), he uncovers new parts of himself and reflects on the deep emotions tied to self-reliance. Topics discussed: therapy, autism, ADHD, EMDR, Internal Family Systems, self-discovery, mental health, neurodivergence, emotional healing, talk therapy. Support the pod: http://patreon.com/secondhandtherapypod http://secondhandtherapypod.com Follow us here:  http://instagram.com/secondhandtherapypod http://tiktok.com/@secondhandtherapypod http://instagram.com/itsloubear http://instagram.com/malonecomedy Contact us: [email protected] 818-850-2448