Your Unpaid Therapists

By Alikona Bradford

We all need our “Unpaid Therapists” in life, those bffs that help us move through life’s darkest chapters and hype us up the most during the moments we only dreamt about! We invite you to be a fl... more

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The podcast currently has 67 episodes available.

Your Unpaid Therapists episodes:

December 27, 2023 #WinningTheDatingGame Featuring David Hicks
Do dating app rrrrrreally work for lasting love or are they only good for short term disasters? Feeling defeated about hitting the dating scene post 30? Don't stress! Today's guest, David Hicks, is going to share with us how he Lifestyle Coached some of his clients and then found himself "on the apps" as well, much to his distain. And who did he find? None other than your very own Valery Ortiz, Mz. Ortiz if ya nasty! Meanwhile, Alikona still plans on dropping a can of soup on a hot stranger in the grocery store to find her soulmate because she don't need no app!!! Break his toe, help him heal, and he'll be yours forever! Kidding- don't do that. Lol. Either way, this episode is all about giving our besties hope that no matter what you've gone through in the past, be it a divorce or a crappy string of lovers, your person IS out there. And if you've already found them, yay! You'll still enjoy this episode, we swear! XOXO Bestie!

For all the fun-a-licious perks, like early access to video episodes, private zoom parties, and contests to co-host an episode with us, join us on Patreon! =) https://tinyurl.com/YourUnpaidTherapists And, be sure to follow us @yourunpaidtherapists Shooooo-bop dooby-dooby-doo-bahhhhhh! If ya know, ya know!
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1h 2min
December 20, 2023 Tantric Energy, Intimacy, and..."Sunning Your Butthole"?!
Happy Holidays! As our gift to you we brought on a dear friend and yogi expert, Paul Benedict, to discuss tantric energy to help spice up and deepen intimacy with your partner during this cozy season! And if you're single, don't worry, you're still going to learn a LOT. I mean, you saw the last part of the title right? Yes, Valery & Alikona were equally as shocked! Get out your cocoa and your cookies because this episode truly is a treat!!! We're also going to bet that you'll want to follow Paul after this, so follow him @newrajayoga and find his free classes on YouTube under Paul Benedict New Raja Yoga. XOXO Besties! @yourunpaidtherapists P.S. Find loads of good stuff on Patreon tinyurl.com/yourunpaidtherapists too!
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37min
December 13, 2023 That Straight Male Perspective, Though! Featuring Keston John
If you're a fan of CW/Netflix hit series In The Dark then you'll love hearing Keston John A.K.A. Darnell talk all about some his off the wall dates, his thoughts on thirst traps, and more! Cause, let's be real, as entertainers Alikona & Valery have loads of gay male besties and sometimes is refreshing to get that straight male perspective on the things ladies do for attention. As always be sure to catch all the latest by following us on IG @yourunpaidtherapists as well as getting those perks, ya'll. Find us on Patreon https://tinyurl.com/YourUnpaidTherapists
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36min
December 06, 2023 Hit The Floor's Kat Bailess Talks IVF
Ya'll know today's guest as the sassy Southern dancer, Kyle Hart, who marries Raquel (Valery Ortiz) before she passes away. SPOILER ALERT: They done killed Valery's character off! But today we're not talking about Hit The Floor, rather, we catch up with Kat Bailess to discuss her intimate journey with IVF in her 40's while Alikona shares her experience as a donor to another couple who ended up having triplets. Yes, people, you read that correctly. She's one fertile Myrtle. All jokes aside, if you and your partner ever thought about freezing your eggs for the future as "insurance" or going through IVF in general, then this episode is for you. And if not, you'll still enjoy catching up with Kat and all her Never Have I Ever stories. You can follow Kat @katbailess and us @yourunpaidtherapists For all the goodies, find us on Patreon https://tinyurl.com/YourUnpaidTherapists
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47min
November 29, 2023 Lying, Cheating, & Omission Featuring Matt Marr
Now you knnnnnow there will always be people who use omission as a means of not quite lying, and it's often times coupled with cheating. Not always, but it happens, Bestie! In this one on one with Alikona & Valery they talk about their own experiences of being on the receiving end of some pretty hefty omissions. Our stellar Unpaid Therapist Matt Marr pops in at the end to give us his clinical expertise and opinion on lying, cheating, & omission. What do you think? Let us know in your podcast review and feel free to find us on IG @yourunpaidtherapists Holler at Matt too, why not!?! @themattmarr. XOXO Bestie!

P.S. All the fabulous extras and more are on Patreon, find us here: tinyurl.com/YourUnpaidTherapists
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41min
November 22, 2023 Giant Leaps & Bigger Rewards Featuring David Hicks
Valery gets giddy as she introduces her boo thang; model, actor, life coach, and real estate agent, David Hicks. Finally a face to a name! Even better is we get to hear about David's amazing journey filled with taking huge chances with his life and career, how he mustered up the courage, and of course, how it all paid off. We hope this episode inspires you to dig deep and follow your calling too, no matter where you are in life. In between all that, Alikona gives you her ultimate hack to calling out sick at work in the most realistic way possible during her Never Have I Ever. ...You're welcome!
As always, be sure to follow us on IG @yourunpaidtherapists and find David @davidhicksla
ANNNNND, ya'll know, for some stellar perks, including an opportunity to co-host an episode and join our monthly private Zoom parties, find us on Patreon- tinyurl.com/YourUnpaidTherapists
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58min
November 15, 2023 Your Body Talks To You, Are You Listening? Featuring Teresa Espinosa
The talented and intuitive Dream & Energy Coach, Teresa Espinosa shares some wild stories of healing by simply getting still and asking your body what it's trying to tell you. From chronic pains to diseases, it's all trapped energy that just wants to be acknowledged and released. In this episode Teresa coaches Alikona through releasing trapped emotions in her hip while Valery reveals how she released her annual marriage anniversary neck pains. It's all super fascinating! We're stoked you're here to listen and hope this episode brings you some insight and perhaps relief of your own, if you relate. XOXO Bestie!
P.S. Ya'll know the deal! If ya haven't already, follow us on IG @yourunpaidtherapists and share your stories with us! Also, if ya find yourself yearning for more content, find us on Patreon for more goodies n' such! https://tinyurl.com/YourUnpaidTherapists
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48min
November 08, 2023 Keeping Up With Hustle Culture Featuring Roxana Rodriguez
The pressure to have it all takes a toll on many of us, and in this episode our guest Roxana Rodriguez shares how hustle culture led to a mental breakdown. Not only that, it forced her to look at her upbringing and how she was parenting her own daughter with criticism by default. Roxana continues to amaze Valery & Alikona as she opens up about discovering she has AD (formerly referred to as Aspergers Syndrome) and how she's learned to better empathize and communicate with others. She's truly a plethora of information and inspiration and we have a feeling you're really going to enjoy this one! XOXO Bestie! And don't forget to keep up with us on IG @yourunpaidtherapists and on Patreon tinyurl.com/YourUnpaidTherapists
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1h 19min
November 01, 2023 Defying How You Were Parented Featuring Keston John
You've seen today's guest on TV shows like In The Dark, The Good Place, Chicago Fire, and as a Na'vi in Avatar Way of The Water! It all seems glamorous, but in this episode Valery & Alikona sit down with their good friend Keston John as they discuss the different ways in which they grew up and the challenges that came from parents who didn't know how to always create a safe emotional space for them. Sometimes our subconscious & conscious mind can will us into defying our upbringing so we can push past limitations in order to find success in work, family, and relationships. But other times it can hold us back. Keston inspires us with his story while Alikona gives everyone a good chuckle with her booger stories. What can we say? It's always a good time with Your Unpaid Therapists! XOXO Bestie!

Find Keston on IG @kestonjohn & the show @yourunpaidtherapists P.S. here's your quick cheat to get to our Patreon: tinyurl.com/YourUnpaidTherapists
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36min
October 25, 2023 Do You Need Debbie Downer Repellent? Featuring Matt Marr
Protecting your glowing energy goodness is super important, but sometimes can be difficult when you are stuck around someone who is a constant "Debbie Downer." In this EP Alikona, Valery & Matt talk about how to deal with someone who just can't get off the complain train and/or how to recognize if you're the one manning the train!! And, as always their "Never Have I Evers" are loaded with a nice juicy giggle! As always, if ya love what ya hear, please drop us a comment & review! XOXO Bestie! @yourunpaidtherapists
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32min

FAQs about Your Unpaid Therapists:

How many episodes does Your Unpaid Therapists have?

The podcast currently has 67 episodes available.