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Pop Therapy

"Pop Therapy" is a deeply personal and meta exploration of the intersection between psychology and pop culture through interviews, story telling, and clinical analysis. The host aims to discover what it would be like if pop culture had their own individual therapist. "Pop Therapy" hopes to strike a balance between a therapy session and a conversation among friends. Follow Omar on IG:https://www.instagram.com/haveyoutriedtherapy/?hl=enFollow pop therapy on IG: https://www.instagram.com/poptherapythepod/?hl=enLeave a voicemail: https://www.speakpipe.com/PopTherapy

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    Ep.39 "We disconnect from our emotions for 3 main reasons" (W/Andrew Joseph)

    Hello and thank you for your patience but we are BACK!Today we are joined by the utterly delightful Andrew Joseph.Andrew shares insights into his work at the AEDP Institute, where he conducts research on trauma healing. He discusses Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP), an emotionally focused, attachment-oriented model that emphasizes emotional responsiveness and real-time relational dynamics between therapist and client.He notes that attachment patterns can shift based on different interactions, making it vital to approach therapy with flexibility and openness.Learn more about Andrew and his work: www.andyjohnjoseph.comWork with Andrew: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/andrew-j-joseph-new-york-ny/745869Read: It's not always depression:https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/537514/its-not-always-depression-by-hilary-jacobs-hendel-lcsw/References/Recommended Reading:Recommended Reading for Everyone (General Audience):Jacobs Hendel, H. (2018). It’s not always depression: Working the Change Triangle to listen to the body, discover core emotions, and connect to your authentic self. Spiegel & Grau.Frederick, R. J. (2019). Loving like you mean it: Use the power of emotional mindfulness to transform yourrelationships. Central Recovery Press.Frederick, R. J. (2009). Living like you mean it: Use the wisdom and power of your emotions to get the life you really want. Jossey-Bass.Recommended Reading for Mental Health Professionals:Fosha, D. (Ed.). (2020). AEDP 2.0: Undoing aloneness and the transformation of suffering into flourishing. American Psychological Association.Pando-Mars, K., & Fosha, D. (2025). Tailoring treatment to attachment patterns: Healing trauma in relationship. W. W. Norton & Company.Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/haveyoutriedtherapy/Follow the podcast on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/poptherapythepod/Photo by Daniel Seung Lee: https://danielseunglee.com/Cover design by Bryan Barham: https://www.bryan-barham.com/Leave a voicemail: https://www.speakpipe.com/PopTherapy

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    My apology episode

    Welp! I guess this was bound to happen...I accidentally recorded an entire episode without any audio and I dont have time to record again :( The next 2 weeks will be classic interview episodes with some folks that I adore and I think you will too!

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    Ep. 38 "It's not ok, but I love you" (Couples therapy recap)

    This episode explores the dynamics of couples therapy, focusing on communication, roles, trauma, and understanding within relationships. It features a recap of episode 3 of the 5th season of Couples Therapy. Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/haveyoutriedtherapy/Follow the podcast on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/poptherapythepod/Photo by Daniel Seung Lee: https://danielseunglee.com/Cover design by Bryan Barham: https://www.bryan-barham.com/Leave a voicemail: https://www.speakpipe.com/PopTherapy

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    Ep. 37 "A play within the play" (W/Omar Torres)

    In this episode, we explore the latest season of Couples Therapy, focusing on themes like trauma, communication, and emotional resilience. The discussion offers deep insights into relationship dynamics and therapeutic techniques.Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/haveyoutriedtherapy/Follow the podcast on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/poptherapythepod/Photo by Daniel Seung Lee: https://danielseunglee.com/Cover design by Bryan Barham: https://www.bryan-barham.com/Leave a voicemail: https://www.speakpipe.com/PopTherapy

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    Ep. 36 "Post truth era" (W/ Omar Torres)

    Welcome to the season 3 premier! Today we begin our recap serious of the hit reality show Couples Therapy. We start with the latest season and get introduced to 4 brand new couples. Listen in as I go over each couple, their conflict loop, and how the react to Orna's feedback.Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/haveyoutriedtherapy/Follow the podcast on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/poptherapythepod/Photo by Daniel Seung Lee: https://danielseunglee.com/Cover design by Bryan Barham: https://www.bryan-barham.com/Leave a voicemail: https://www.speakpipe.com/PopTherapy

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    Mini episode: Couples therapy

    A discussion about the practice of couples work

  7. 44

    Re-processing "Me throwing a tampon in front of him" (W/ Tisha Cherry)

    Revisiting epispode 5Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/haveyoutriedtherapy/Follow the podcast on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/poptherapythepod/Photo by Daniel Seung Lee: https://danielseunglee.com/Cover design by Bryan Barham: https://www.bryan-barham.com/Leave a voicemail: https://www.speakpipe.com/PopTherapy

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    Re-processing "Mourning involves submitting to a transformation" (W/ Dean McArthur)

    Revisiting episode 10! Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/haveyoutriedtherapy/Follow the podcast on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/poptherapythepod/Photo by Daniel Seung Lee: https://danielseunglee.com/Cover design by Bryan Barham: https://www.bryan-barham.com/Leave a voicemail: https://www.speakpipe.com/PopTherapy

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    Mini Episode: Maybe there's an evolutionary reason why you're drawn to red flags?

    Our brain's threat detector and dating.Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/haveyoutriedtherapy/Follow the podcast on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/poptherapythepod/Photo by Daniel Seung Lee: https://danielseunglee.com/Cover design by Bryan Barham: https://www.bryan-barham.com/Leave a voicemail: https://www.speakpipe.com/PopTherapy

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    Mini Episode: Friendship and dating

    Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/haveyoutriedtherapy/Follow the podcast on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/poptherapythepod/Photo by Daniel Seung Lee: https://danielseunglee.com/Cover design by Bryan Barham: https://www.bryan-barham.com/Leave a voicemail: https://www.speakpipe.com/PopTherapy

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    Mini Episode: Plants and Showtime's Couples Therapy

    Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/haveyoutriedtherapy/Follow the podcast on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/poptherapythepod/Photo by Daniel Seung Lee: https://danielseunglee.com/Cover design by Bryan Barham: https://www.bryan-barham.com/Leave a voicemail: https://www.speakpipe.com/PopTherapy

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

"Pop Therapy" is a deeply personal and meta exploration of the intersection between psychology and pop culture through interviews, story telling, and clinical analysis. The host aims to discover what it would be like if pop culture had their own individual therapist. "Pop Therapy" hopes to strike a balance between a therapy session and a conversation among friends. Follow Omar on IG:https://www.instagram.com/haveyoutriedtherapy/?hl=enFollow pop therapy on IG: https://www.instagram.com/poptherapythepod/?hl=enLeave a voicemail: https://www.speakpipe.com/PopTherapy

HOSTED BY

Omar Torres

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"Pop Therapy" is a deeply personal and meta exploration of the intersection between psychology and pop culture through interviews, story telling, and clinical analysis. The host aims to discover what it would be like if pop culture had their own individual therapist. "Pop Therapy" hopes to strike a...

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