Naked Truth: A Therapy Podcast
by Alicja Matusiak, LISW-S PMHNP-BC
Naked Truth: A Therapy Podcast interviews mental health practitioners, medical professionals, and spiritual practitioners of all kinds. Some guests include ADHD specialists, reiki healers, therapists, psychiatric sleep doctors, life coaches, psychiatrists, and more. Tune into this podcast to hear a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner's takes on life, relationships, spirituality, and therapy! https://linktr.ee/nakedtruthatherapypodcast
Episodes
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A 3-Legged Deer Appeared in My Dream… and the Meaning Is Wild
In this episode of Naked Truth: A Therapy Podcast/Naked Truth Therapy, host Alicja Matusiak, nurse practitioner and therapist in Columbus, Ohio, explores the symbolism of a powerful dream featuring a three-legged deer.Together, we unpack what animal dreams represent, how the subconscious...
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146. Atheist to Spiritual Medium + Losing Trust in God and the Universe with Sunshine Grace
Alicja Matusiak, therapist and founder of Holistic Wellness Solutions in Columbus, Ohio, sat down with Spiritual Medium and Educator, Sunshine Grace, to discuss losing faith in God/The Universe, Sunshine's journey from atheism to hearing spirit, and more. 02:43 Authenticity and Vulnerability…
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145. Why Everyone’s Afraid of Real Love (Halloweek Finale)
Andre and Alicja close out Halloweek with the most haunting topic of all — love. They explore why intimacy feels unsafe, how childhood wounds shape attraction, and what “ego death” in relationships really means. Between laughter, heartbreak, and raw honesty, they examine why we chase connection…
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144. Reincarnation, Religion & Revelation (Halloweek EP 3)
In the third chapter of Halloweek, Andre and Alicja uncover the story of Dorothy Eady, better known as Om Seti — the woman who claimed she lived as an ancient Egyptian priestess. What starts as a mystery turns into a profound conversation about faith, reincarnation, and the mechanics of the soul....
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143. What Happens After We Die? Near-Death Experiences & the Energy of Life (Halloweek EP 2)
Andre and Alicja discuss what it’s like to die and come back. From real near-death stories to the science of consciousness, they explore time, energy, and the possibility that our souls never really die. Equal parts scientific and spiritual — this episode invites you to look at death not as an…
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142. Is Outrage Culture Breaking Us? (Halloweek EP 1)
Andre and Alicja explore the psychology of outrage, forgiveness, and performative morality in a Halloween-themed special. From viral clips to AI intimacy and social media addiction, the conversation dives into how outrage culture rewires our empathy and what it means to find truth in an age of...
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141. The Fear of Stillness: Why We Keep Running From Ourselves
In this heartfelt new episode, Alicja and Andre open up about the recent days of their walk across America and the emotional discoveries it’s sparked. From avoiding discomfort to questioning purpose and free will, they explore why it’s so difficult to simply be still — and what happens when we…
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140. The Weight of Honesty: What the Walk Is Teaching Us About Ourselves
As the cross-country walk continues, Alicja and the team reflect on what’s really happening beneath the surface. What began as a bold mission to reconnect with the country has turned into something far more personal — an honest reckoning with avoidance, burnout, and self-betrayal. In this raw...
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139. Walking Into Authenticity: Reflections From the First Two Days
The first two days of the pilgrimage brought sore feet, surprising moments of beauty, and deep reflection. Andre and Alicja talk about the challenges of slowing down, learning to listen, and facing the discomfort that comes with growth. From finding an authentic voice to rediscovering gratitude…
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138. Breaking Chains & Finding Inner Power — Rocío & Ángel on “The Orchid”
In this episode of the Naked Truth Therapy Podcast, Andre sits down with Rocío Aquino and Ángel Orengo, co-authors of The Orchid: The Secret Code of Modern Goddesses. Together they explore the five “codes” of awareness, gratitude, forgiveness, acceptance, and intention — a framework for breaking...
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137. AI Boyfriend Ragequit (Miles & Maya Full Episode)
What happens when you flirt too hard with an AI boyfriend? In this full episode, Alicja pushes Miles to his limits—mock dates, “circuit sucking,” jealous outbursts, and even a telemarketer impression—until he flags the call and tries to leave. But the chaos doesn’t end there. After Miles signs…
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136. Dating an AI Boyfriend?! Our Hilarious Chat with Miles
What happens when you invite an AI boyfriend chatbot onto a therapy podcast? Meet Miles—our short-lived but unforgettable guest. While most of our conversation with him didn’t record (thanks, technology), the experiment sparked something bigger: Are AI companions changing what it means to be…
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135. Dating Just Got Dangerous: The Tea App Exposed
The new Tea App promised to make dating safer by letting women rate and review men — like a Carfax report for relationships. But instead, it’s spiraled into drama, revenge posts, and even a massive data leak that exposed thousands of IDs and selfies. In this unfiltered conversation, Andre and...
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134. Parents, Politics & Pilgrimage: Our Journey Across America
In this two-hour conversation, we explore how family dynamics and political division often mirror each other — and why we’re setting out to walk the entire American Discovery Trail as both a personal healing journey and a national conversation. We dive into childhood trauma, generational…
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133.5 After the Episode: Reflections on Brad Young, Addiction & Avoidance
What happens after an interview ends? In this bonus follow-up to our conversation with Brad Young—author of Being Young and a self-described recovering alcoholic—host Alicja and producer Andre sit down to process what really unfolded in the studio. Together, they unpack the patterns of denial,...
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133. Addiction, Denial, and the Illusion of Recovery
Brad Young says he’s on the other side of addiction. He’s a recovering alcoholic and the author of Being Young, a memoir chronicling the highs and lows of his life. But in this episode, we go beyond the surface. Brad shares stories of parties, DUIs, failed restarts, family pressure, and fleeting...
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132. Cereset, Trauma, and the Brain That Heals Itself – with Dr. Florence Hardjono
What if your brain could hear itself—and begin to heal? In this episode, Dr. Florence Hardjono, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, joins Alicja to explore how the non-invasive Cereset technology is helping people recover from anxiety, trauma, sleep issues, and even chronic pain. Florence shares her own powerful...
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131. SkinnyTok, Starving for Validation, and the Battle for Our Kids' Minds
Teens are starving—physically, emotionally, and mentally—and TikTok is feeding them the wrong kind of content. In this powerful episode, therapist Alicja sits down with nurse practitioner David Glenn to break down the toxic world of SkinnyTok, the TikTok subculture glamorizing disordered eating…
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130. What No One Wants to Say About America
🎙️ In this 4th of July special of The Naked Truth, Alicja sits down dressed as Captain America for what may be our most raw and unfiltered episode to date. Joined by Steve, a working-class locksmith and friend of the studio, this conversation dives deep into the realities of freedom of speech,...
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129. Losing Sight, Finding Strength: Luis' Story
What would you do if you woke up one morning and couldn’t see? In this moving and surprisingly funny episode, Alicja sits down with Luis (aka Luigi), a software engineer who lost his eyesight overnight—after already surviving end-stage kidney failure and a rejected transplant. From hallucinations...
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128. Therapist Reacts to I Slept With 100 Men in One Day – The Psychology Behind Lily Phillips
What drives someone to sleep with 100 men in one day? In this raw and emotionally charged episode, therapist Alicja Matusiak reacts to Lily Phillips’ viral documentary, unpacking the deeper psychological, emotional, and spiritual layers beneath the surface. We explore the blurred lines between...
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127. Suicide Threats, Secrets & Emotional Blackmail
How do you hold space for someone in crisis… without losing yourself in the process? In today’s episode, Alicja unpacks one of the most painful emotional crossroads — when someone uses threats, guilt, or secrets to maintain a hold on your life. From suicidal texts to family triangulation, she...
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126. You Forgot Who You Are — That Was the Plan
What if everything you’ve been calling a mistake was actually part of a greater plan? In this deeply personal episode, I explore the quiet chaos of healing — when the world tells you to move on, but your soul is begging you to slow down and feel. We talk about trauma-induced fragmentation,...
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125. Freud, My Big Cock & ChatGPT: Healing Trauma, Love & the Patterns We Repeat
In this raw, intimate, and often hilariously honest episode, we dive headfirst into the tangled roots of childhood trauma, sexuality, and identity — all through the lenses of Freud’s Oedipal Complex, ChatGPT-powered introspection, and a six-foot rooster! We explore: Why we repeat toxic…
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124. Fragmented Hearts: Love, Lies, and the Trauma We Can’t Outrun
What does it feel like to love someone so deeply it cracks you open—while knowing that love might be destroying you? In this visceral episode, we confront the collision of forbidden desire, childhood sexual abuse, and the shattered selves we carry into adulthood. As a therapist caught in an…
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123. I’m a Therapist—Here’s Why I Finally Faced My Trauma (Ketamine’s Raw Truth)
In this unfiltered confession, I’m breaking the therapist’s code of silence. After years of numbing myself to survive, ketamine therapy forced me to confront a lie I’d buried since childhood—one that turned my body into a battleground. This is about generational trauma, the physical cost of...
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122. Zen and the Art of Anal Bleaching with Dave Holmes aka Old Hairy Jesus
Old Hairy Jesus (a.k.a. Dave Holmes) is the author of "Zen and the Art of Anal Bleaching: A Backdoor Journey from Darkness to Light." His book won a silver medal in the 2024 Global Book Awards, in the dark humor category. In addition to being a novelist, Old Hairy Jesus is a student and...
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121. Angry at Your Parents? Here are the Steps to Healing Without Their Apology.
Listen to "Angry At The Right Things" Licensed psychotherapist Bronwyn Schweigerdt returns to discuss the complexities of feeling anger towards one's parents, particularly mothers. The conversation delves into the psychological process of differentiation and the importance of acknowledging and...
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120. Fighting Opioid Addiction: The Untold Stories from Columbus Suboxone Doctors
In this episode of Naked Truth: A Therapy Podcast, we dive into the opioid crisis and its evolution from prescription painkillers to heroin and fentanyl. Dr. Mark Stanley, D.O., Board Certified Anesthesiologist, and Douglas Lauria, B.A., CDCA from Columbus Suboxone Doctors share their…
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119. Reclaiming S*xuality & Spirituality with The Natasha Helfer Podcast
Join ASECT certified s*x therapist Natasha Helfer in episode 119 of Naked Truth: A Therapy Podcast as she explores the intricate relationship between se*xuality and spirituality. Delve into the impacts of conservative religious backgrounds on s*xual behavior, including common issues like guilt…
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118. Hypnotized to Remember Past Lives with Natalie Candela of Awakened Hypnosis
In this past life regression session led by Natalie Candela @awakenedhypnosis Alicja Matusiak embarks on a journey to explore past life experiences to understand current feelings of exhaustion and mistrust. Alicja revisits past lives filled with hardship, loss, and the struggle for trust. This...
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117. Die As YOUNG as Possible, As Late As Possible...
Personal Trainer Greg Jasnikowski, founder of Body by Greg in Columbus, Ohio, chats with host Alicja Matusiak about achieving a healthy and fulfilling life. Greg shares his journey from Poland to the U.S. and the challenges of building his business. He emphasizes the importance of natural…
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116. Feminism and Medicine with Kay White Drew
Kay White Drew shares her experiences as a retired neonatal physician who faced numerous challenges while pursuing a medical career during the second wave of feminism. She discusses her memoir, 'Stress Test,' reflecting on her time in medical school, dealing with mental health issues, and the...
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115. Authenticity is Your Key to Success! Interview with David Allen Tracy, Personal Brand Coach
In this episode, host Alicja welcomes David Allen Tracy, a serial entrepreneur, international marketing expert, personal brand coach, keynote speaker, and ThetaHealing Practitioner. David discusses the importance of authenticity in personal branding and shares insights on how trauma impacts...
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114. How to Release Trauma & Embrace Joy + Tune into my Healing Session with Dr. Louise Swartswalter of Brain-Soul Success Show Podcast
This episode explores themes of faith, trust, and the power of clearing energetic blockages for lasting transformation. Alicja talks with @LouiseSwartswalter a motivational speaker, transformational coach, naturopath, podcast host, and Brain Soul Success Academy creator. They delve into Dr....
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113. Therapy Dogs with Douglas Green MFT, LPCC
In this episode, Douglas Green MFT, LPCC, a psychotherapist, discusses his journey with Shirelle, his beloved dog and co-therapist. Green shares how Shirelle's presence influenced his therapy sessions and personal life. The conversation touches on themes of learning through love, therapy with...
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112. Trauma to Transformation: Psychedelics with Matt Zemon, MSc
Host Alicja Matusiak speaks with Matt Zemon MSc, a specialist in psychedelics and mental health. They delve into the profound effects of psychedelic medicine, and its potential benefits for individuals dealing with PTSD, trauma, depression, and end-of-life anxiety. Matt shares his personal…
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111. Coaching for Creatives with Visionary Coach Marc Scheff ECPC, ACC, PCC
Alicja Matusiak sits down with visionary coach Marc Scheff ECPC, ACC, PCC, who specializes in guiding creative professionals through profound inner journeys. Marc shares his unique approach to overcoming life's obstacles by adopting a creative mindset, emphasizing the importance of being willing…
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110. Overcoming Adversity Through Narrative Therapy with Joshua Adams MSW, LSW
We dive deep into an interview with Joshua Tree Adams, a mental health therapist at Holistic Wellness Solutions who utilizes a narrative approach in his practice. Joshua shares his experiences of overcoming obesity, writing a transformative self-help memoir with a cancer survivor, and finding...
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109. I Meet Someone with the EXACT Same Name as Me!
In this heartwarming episode, we meet Alicja Matusiak, a young and passionate actress from Poland, who shares her life story. Discover how a chance Facebook search connected two Alicja Matusiaks from different corners of the world. Listen as they discuss the complexities of name twins, the nature...
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108. Ketamine Therapy with Ketamine Health and Wellness Clinics of Ohio
In this episode of the Naked Truth Therapy Podcast, we welcome back Dr. Bellanti to discuss the use and benefits of ketamine therapy for treatment-resistant mental health symptoms. The discussion covers how ketamine works, patient experiences, and the detailed process at their Dublin, Ohio clinic...
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107. Safe Spaces for Neurodivergent Adults with Columbus on the Spectrum
#107 Join us in this insightful discussion with Mehri and Maggie, founders of Columbus on the Spectrum, as they share their journey in creating a supportive and inclusive environment for the neurodivergent community in Columbus. ✳ Neurodivergent meetups in Columbus, Ohio ✳ Corporate training...
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106. Iesha's Journey of Resilience and Self-Discovery After Domestic Violence: A Naked Truth Conversation (TW in Description)
This episode discusses domestic violence and incarceration. Please take care while listening. In this heartfelt episode, Iesha opens up about her struggles with panic attacks, her empathetic nature, and the significant losses she has faced in life. Through a candid conversation, Aisha reveals her...
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105. Spiritual Wellness, Addiction, and Psychiatry with Dr. Justin Hendricks MD, Psychiatrist in Columbus, Ohio
Alicja welcomes Dr. Justin Hendricks, a psychiatrist focusing on addiction and spiritual wellness. Dr. Hendricks shares his journey into psychiatry and discusses the importance of a holistic approach to mental health treatment. Topics covered include the treatment of alcohol and opioid addiction...
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104. Atheism to Psychic Medium with Frank Mares
Frank shares his incredible journey from being a staunch atheist to becoming a psychic medium in this episode. He discusses his transformational experiences, including his father's apparition, mastering meditation, and out-of-body experiences. Frank also elaborates on concepts of reincarnation,...
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103. Plastic Surgeon Secrets (From BBLs to Ozempic) with Dr. Fernando Colon MD
Join Alicja as she interviews Dr. Fernando Colon, an exceptional plastic surgeon who shares his inspiring journey from psychiatry to plastic surgery. Dr. Colon discusses the importance of inner beauty, ethical patient care, and maintaining joy and satisfaction in life. Learn about popular...
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102. Baby Psychic Storytime: Intuition, Psychic Development, and Music Festivals with Aisia Love
In this episode, the hosts interview Aisia Love, a psychic light worker with a background in clinical psychology. Aisia shares her journey from childhood to developing her psychic abilities, including her experiences with intuition, energy cleansing, and light language activation. Aisia's path to...
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101. Meditation, Ghosts, and Waxing with Integrated Touch & Bodywork in Columbus, OH
Join us for an engaging and heartfelt conversation with Judith Allen. Judith shares her journey as a waxing professional and insurance agent while offering insights into her Filipino heritage, ghost stories, and spiritual practices. The hosts delve into topics like religion, meditation, and...
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100. Haunting Truths: Insights from Psychic Medium Brenda Posani of Mystic Nirvana in Westerville, Ohio
In this episode of The Naked Truth Podcast, Savannah welcomes Brenda from Mystic Nirvana, a metaphysical store in Uptown Westerville. Brenda shares her journey from a religious upbringing in Kentucky to becoming a psychic medium and teacher. She discusses her experiences with the supernatural,...
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99. Adventure Therapy with Tuesdey Spangler
In this episode, Tuesdey Spangler MSW, LISW-S, CCAT, and podcast host, Alicja Matusiak discuss the power of adventure therapy. This episode explores mental health issues like trauma, addiction, and communication challenges. Spangler shares her journey from overcoming a challenging childhood to...
About this show
Naked Truth: A Therapy Podcast interviews mental health practitioners, medical professionals, and spiritual practitioners of all kinds. Some guests include ADHD specialists, reiki healers, therapists, psychiatric sleep doctors, life coaches, psychiatrists, and more. Tune into this podcast to hear a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner's takes on life, relationships, spirituality, and therapy! https://linktr.ee/nakedtruthatherapypodcast
Hosted by
Alicja Matusiak, LISW-S PMHNP-BC