This week on Sheltered Sages, Andrew and Philip sit down with a therapist and licensed clinical social worker who uses Dungeons & Dragons as a therapeutic tool to help combat anxiety. The conversation explores how tabletop role-playing games can create safe spaces for self-expression, build confidence, and help people process stress and anxiety through storytelling and collaboration. From breaking down common misconceptions about therapy to discussing why D&D can be such a powerful mental health resource, this episode blends geek culture with meaningful insight into emotional well-being. It’s an honest, thoughtful look at how imagination, community, and rolling dice can sometimes be part of real healing.

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