Patients often enter a therapist's office with a particular agenda. Therapists know full well that it all likely runs much deeper than that. Getting in touch with said disparity comes from the work both parties do together in the hopes of discovering the bigger picture/root issue. Brian does his own deep dive on how he similarly, and eventually, had to get himself "unstuck."

Whether intentional, unintentional, or subconscious, the deflection and protection of feelings/not wanting to be judged can be so detrimental to the therapy process -- and that just doesn't hold true for the patient. See where both Brian and Courtney are coming from there in episode 3.

Prospective patients can come up with a thousand reasons/excuses as to why they should avoid therapy. Once there, that fear often morphs into losing one's personality, productivity and creativity to the process (and/or medications). Get the perspectives of both a seasoned mental health pro, and an experienced patient, here.

Professional patient Brian kicks off our very first episode with his observation/theories as to why so much early therapy revolves around one's childhood. Professional therapist Courtney responds with some thoughts of her own.

The title of this episode says it all. And if you've listened to us to any degree, it's not to be missed.

Every generation leaves some sort of legacy behind. Certain examples deserve nothing but chest-puffing bragging rights, of which, all involved should be proud. Others? Not so much. In what ways did you and your contemporaries deliver there in spades, and on the flip side, acknowledge some of the other areas that have since caused all of you to deservedly bow your heads in shame.

What with COVID-19 having robbed many Gen Z'ers of scholastic-based sports career conclusions, proms, and graduations, should all of that serve primarily as an excuse to mourn, or more of a potential opportunity to build character? All ends of that spectrum are explored by both Brian and Maddie here.

Is getting laughs, without at least offending someone, becoming increasingly complicated/difficult these days? Where is "the line" as it relates to political correctness, and how does said location differ amongst varying generations? Brian and Maddie submit the Gen X and Millennial perspectives, while also exploring the others.

Most episodes highlight generational differences. This one examines areas of similarity. How are we best able to bond with those both older, and younger? Do those commonalities run deeper than expected? Find the answers to those questions here.

A new article highlights the behavioral tendencies, attitudes and differences amongst all generations, as attempts to flatten the COVID-19 curve continue to persist. Who is taking it most seriously? Who's more prone to believe it's a media-driven conspiracy theory? Which grouping has earned the reputation of pushing the limits of risk? Brian and Maddie deliver that data, along with their thoughts.