Shrink Wrap

Ellen and Rusty find big feelings in everyday things: the satisfaction of finally hanging something on the wall, the almost cosmic comfort of rain, and the unmistakable energy of dads mowing their lawns in unison.

They debate what makes a James Bond feel just right, confess to getting far too competitive over puzzles and games, and get into the twists, secrets, and irresistible drama of reality TV.

Along the way, Ellen recounts a spooky stay in the Tuscan countryside, and the two swap thoughts on the shows and mysteries that make for good, delightfully unserious viewing.

Your therapists' week between sessions may involve a surprise beard reveal, three coffee spills, five bundles of bananas, and one very rude airport cough. Licensed therapists Ellen Sheahan, LPC and Rusty Redden, LMFT turn everyday chaos into comedy, culture talk, and the occasional highly personal analysis.

In this episode of Shrink Wrap, Rusty argues that the people you live with deserve a heads-up before you shave, then admits he spilled coffee in his car three times in one trip. Ellen confesses to a very dirty car, an Instacart order that left her with far too many bananas, and a closet prank that went on much too long. She also makes the case that you should be allowed to cough back at someone who coughs on you. Then she tells the story of Carolyn, a 79-year-old trail legend she met on a bird-watching walk.

Their "doorknob confessions" bring it home. Rusty's is that coffee is always too hot, a bit he once tried to turn into stand-up. Ellen's hot take is that Phoebe is the worst Friends character, or maybe Ross.It's a funny, candid reminder that therapists aren't blank slates between sessions. They're people trying to make it through a hard week, too, sometimes with coping skills, sometimes with caffeine, and sometimes by hiding in a closet for 20 minutes.

Disclaimer: Shrink Wrap is a podcast for entertainment and general discussion. The views expressed are our own and do not necessarily reflect those of our employers or professional affiliations. Although we are licensed therapists, this podcast is not therapy, does not constitute professional mental health advice, and does not establish a therapist-client relationship. Please consult a qualified professional for guidance specific to your circumstances.

Could your neighborhood crows become your allies? Licensed therapists Ellen Sheahan and Rusty Redden trade therapist-life nonsense, airport line-cutting confessions, and the beginnings of a crow-based feminist revolution.

Ellen has been feeding cashews to local crows, deep in the gossip of an elderly bird-watching group, and imagining a Moira Rose-style crow entrance that will haunt the neighborhood kids. Then a man follows her on a walk, and the daydream takes on a whole new purpose. Rusty has questions, offers tactical advice on the silhouette, and may be ready to join the crowvolution.

You’ll also hear Ellen’s go-to response when someone says something creepy or racist: “That’s a really weird thing to say out loud.” Plus, the two therapists unpack why an inner critic might deserve a name like Craig, swap stories about therapy-day self-care and accidental appointment naps, and revisit Rusty’s unapologetic habit of boarding the plane before his group is called.

Shrink Wrap isn’t a clinical deep dive or a self-improvement lecture. It’s two therapists trying to find some levity in heavy weeks, with big feelings, strange side quests, and absolutely no promise of reliable whale facts.

Perfect for therapists, therapy-goers, and anyone who could use a laugh or a crow friend.

Your therapists’ week between sessions may involve memes, sour Pez, righteous rage, and one very questionable airport habit. Licensed therapists Ellen Sheahan, LPC and Rusty Redden, LMFT turn everyday chaos into comedy, culture talk, and the occasional highly personal analysis.

In the first episode of Shrink Wrap, Rusty finds unexpected comfort in a colonoscopy nap and makes his case against Christopher Columbus. Ellen brings big nail energy, a smart-lock meltdown, and a fierce objection to people who crowd the boarding line before their group is called.Then a magician’s house full of secret doors takes a strange turn from whimsical to unsettling. Rusty and Ellen unpack what the house says about power, privilege, and the need to be the center of attention. Their “doorknob confessions” bring the episode home with a debate about fairness, airport lines, and the rules we break when they’re inconvenient. It’s a funny, candid reminder that therapists aren’t blank slates between sessions. They’re people trying to make it through a hard week, too - sometimes with coping skills, sometimes with candy, and sometimes by confidently boarding with the wrong group.

Your therapists' week between sessions may involve a surprise beard reveal, three coffee spills, five bundles of bananas, and one very rude airport cough. Licensed therapists Ellen Sheahan, LPC and Rusty Redden, LMFT turn everyday chaos into comedy, culture talk, and the occasional highly personal analysis.

In this episode of Shrink Wrap, Rusty argues that the people you live with deserve a heads-up before you shave, then admits he spilled coffee in his car three times in one trip. Ellen confesses to a very dirty car, a banana order gone wrong, and a closet prank that lasted far too long. She also shares her hot take that you should be allowed to cough back at someone who coughs on you. Then she tells the story of a 79-year-old trail legend named Carolyn who rescued her from the woods, or maybe the other way around.Their "doorknob confessions" close out the episode. Rusty's is that coffee is always too hot, and he once tried to turn that into stand-up. Ellen's is a debate over who the worst Friends character is.

It's a funny, candid reminder that therapists aren't blank slates between sessions. They're people trying to make it through a hard week, too, sometimes with coping skills, sometimes with caffeine, and sometimes by hiding in a closet for 20 minutes.

Disclaimer: Shrink Wrap is a podcast for entertainment and general discussion. The views expressed are our own and do not necessarily reflect those of our employers or professional affiliations. Although we are licensed therapists, this podcast is not therapy, does not constitute professional mental health advice, and does not establish a therapist-client relationship. Please consult a qualified professional for guidance specific to your circumstances.