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Psychology In Seattle Podcast
by Kirk Honda
A psychology podcast that is both educational and entertaining.
Episodes
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The Psychology of Lindsay Clancy - Chap 3
Dr. Kirk Honda and Humberto continue their deep dive into the Lindsay Clancy case, examining her psychiatric history, medications, and possible psychosis. They also discuss criminal responsibility, the insanity defense, and the sharply divided public reaction to the case. September 15, 2026 This...
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The Psychology of Lindsay Clancy - Chap 2
Dr. Kirk Honda and Humberto continue their deep dive into the Lindsay Clancy case, examining her psychiatric history, medications, and possible psychosis. They also discuss criminal responsibility, the insanity defense, and the sharply divided public reaction to the case. September 14, 2026 This...
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The Psychology of Lindsay Clancy - Chap 1
Dr. Kirk Honda begins a deep dive into the Lindsay Clancy case. September 11, 2026 This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. 00:00 Hot Button Issues 25:59 Who does society tend to scapegoat? 30:39 New episode format...
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Our Cuddling Needs (2020 Rerun)
[Rerun] How can we get our cuddling needs met? Dr. Kirk interviews Erez Benari about his cuddling club, Spoonz. They also talk about polyamory and the sex positive culture movement in Seattle. March 2, 2020 This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK…
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The Psychology of Sandy Hook - Chapter 4 - Alex Jones
Dr. Kirk Honda and Humberto take a deep dive into the Sandy Hook shooting and the psychology of Adam Lanza, including his childhood, autism, parenting, and path toward violence. They also discuss gun laws and Alex Jones’s years of spreading conspiracy theories about the massacre. September 9…
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Therapist Complaints (2019 Rerun)
[Rerun] We discuss a listener's complaints about their therapist. April 22, 2019 This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. Support us by... Become a member…
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The Psychology of Sandy Hook - Chapter 3 - Personality
Dr. Kirk Honda and Humberto take a deep dive into the Sandy Hook shooting and the psychology of Adam Lanza, including his childhood, autism, parenting, and path toward violence. They also discuss gun laws and Alex Jones’s years of spreading conspiracy theories about the massacre. September 7…
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The Psychology of Sandy Hook - Chapter 2 - Parenting
Dr. Kirk Honda and Humberto take a deep dive into the Sandy Hook shooting and the psychology of Adam Lanza, including his childhood, autism, parenting, and path toward violence. They also discuss gun laws and Alex Jones’s years of spreading conspiracy theories about the massacre. September 4…
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Stop Lying (2020 Rerun)
[Rerun] Are people lying more often these days? If so, why? What does the research show? Dr. Kirk and Humberto discussing lying. October 5, 2020 This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. Support us by... Become a...
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The Psychology of Sandy Hook - Chapter 1 - Childhood
Dr. Kirk Honda and Humberto take a deep dive into the Sandy Hook shooting and the psychology of Adam Lanza, including his childhood, autism, parenting, and path toward violence. They also discuss gun laws and Alex Jones’s years of spreading conspiracy theories about the massacre. September 2…
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Big Pharma & Opioids (2021 Rerun)
[Rerun] Dr. Kirk and Humberto discuss the HBO documentary The Crime of Century, which details the corruption of the opioid crisis. July 26, 2021 This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. Support us by... Become a...
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Grief Emails #2
Dr. Kirk answers emails about grief. August 31, 2026 This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. 00:00 Grief of losing a therapist08:14 Does having a pet provide a corrective experience? 11:31 What is the impact of...
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Grief Emails #1
Dr. Kirk answers emails about grief. August 28, 2026 This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. 00:00 What stops Dr. Kirk & Humberto from 'finishing' a creative project? 19:04 How is Dr. Kirk's book connected to his...
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Serial Killers and Forensic Psychology (2021 Rerun)
[Rerun] Did Ted Bundy have DID? Why do serial killers kill? Are they evil? Is the death penalty ethical? Why do we send people to prison? Dr. Kirk and Humberto discuss. October 11, 2021 This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your...
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Psychedelics and Brainwashing
Dr. Kirk Honda and Dr. Michael Drane explore psychedelic-assisted therapy, mindfulness, and attachment. They then explore the disturbing story of psychiatrist Donald Ewen Cameron, whose attempts to erase and rebuild patients’ personalities became part of the CIA’s MKUltra program. August 26, 2026...
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Psychopharmacology and Drug Interactions (2013 Rerun)
[Rerun] Dr. Kirk Honda talks with Dr Robert Grubbs about the dangers of drug interactions. September 25, 2013 This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. Support us by... Become a member:...
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When To Cancel a Friend
Dr. Kirk and Rebecca respond to a listener whose friend admitted to sleeping with a 16-year-old, and discuss morality, harm, accountability, and whether some actions should end a friendship. They also talk about Lily Allen, women finding their voice, and the strange grief that can come with...
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When Therapists Leave, Harm, or Fail
Dr. Kirk responds to several listener emails about therapist betrayal, including a wrongful death lawsuit alleging sexual abuse by a therapist, a therapist’s poorly handled career ending, and a sudden fee increase that feels like abandonment. He also discusses graduating from therapy, ruptures,...
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The Psychology of American Psycho (2014 Rerun)
[Rerun] Dr Kirk and Humberto analyze the psychology of Patric Bateman from the film American Psycho. January 1, 2014 This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. Support us by... Become a member:...
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Dissociation and Therapist Panic
Dr. Kirk Honda and Dr. Michael Drane answer questions about dissociation and why loved ones can suddenly feel like strangers. They also discuss therapist dysregulation during trauma work. August 19, 2026 This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to...
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The Benefits of Being a Therapist (2016 Rerun)
[Rerun] Dr. Kirk Honda talks about the benefits of being a therapist. August 29, 2016 This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. Support us by... Become a member:...
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Bob Says Goodbye
Bob discusses the internal conflict he experienced before deciding to leave the podcast and why stepping away ultimately felt like the right choice. He also shares a heartfelt message of appreciation for the audience, emphasizing how much their support has meant to him. August 17, 2026 This…
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When Therapists Fall in Love and Other Ethical Issues
Dr. Kirk Honda answers questions about pursuing a therapy career while facing a possible cancer diagnosis, protecting client confidentiality when discussing clinical work publicly, therapist self-disclosure, and complex boundary issues involving romantic feelings, transference…
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Procrastination (Follow-Up)(2021 Rerun)
[Rerun] Dr. Kirk reads follow-up emails to the procrastination deep dive. (Intro) July 8, 2021 This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. Support us by... Become a member:...
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Seeing Your Therapist in Public, Gifts, and Dual Relationships
Dr. Kirk Honda answers listener questions about therapy boundaries and ethics. He discusses the awkwardness of unexpectedly seeing your therapist in public, the ethics of gift-giving in therapy, whether to switch therapists after years of good work, and how therapists navigate dual relationships...
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Procrastination (Deep Dive)(2021 Rerun)
[Rerun] Dr. Kirk reads follow-up emails to the procrastination deep dive. (Intro) August 13, 2021 This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. Support us by... Become a member:...
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Sleeping with Her Therapist - An Update
An Update: In the April 2, 2025 episode, "Stop Having Sex With Clients," Dr. Kirk Honda responded to a listener who was having an affair with her therapist. Now she returns with an update. As she begins to question years of manipulation, secrecy, and professional misconduct, Dr. Kirk discusses...
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Reacting to Good Therapy with Narcissistic Clients (Chap 3)
Dr. Kirk Honda reacts to the video NPD Therapy in Action from the BorderlinerNotes YouTube channel, featuring Dr. Karen Jacob and Tessa. Along the way, he is surprised to find a therapist whose style, case conceptualization, and interventions closely resemble his own approach to psychotherapy.…
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My Pivotal Moments (2018 Rerun)
[Rerun] Dr. Kirk Honda talks about his most pivotal moments of childhood. July 18, 2018 This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. Support us by... Become a member:...
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Reacting to Good Therapy with Narcissistic Clients (Chap 2)
Dr. Kirk Honda reacts to the video NPD Therapy in Action from the BorderlinerNotes YouTube channel, featuring Dr. Karen Jacob and Tessa. Along the way, he is surprised to find a therapist whose style, case conceptualization, and interventions closely resemble his own approach to psychotherapy.…
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Paris Hilton Kidnapped (2020 Rerun)
[Rerun] Dr. Kirk interviews a survivor from the documentary and discusses the movement to close down the troubled teen industry. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. Support us by... Become a member:...
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Reacting to Good Therapy with Narcissistic Clients (Chap 1)
Dr. Kirk Honda reacts to the video NPD Therapy in Action from the BorderlinerNotes YouTube channel, featuring Dr. Karen Jacob and Tessa. Along the way, he is surprised to find a therapist whose style, case conceptualization, and interventions closely resemble his own approach to psychotherapy.…
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Intellectual Clients, Person-Centered, and Phenomenology
Dr. Kirk Honda answers listener questions about psychotherapy and the therapeutic relationship. Topics include whether intellectual clients are harder to treat, the principles of person-centered therapy and phenomenological listening, how therapists answer: ‘what is therapy’, and the benefits and...
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Revoking a Therapist's License (2017 Rerun)
[Rerun] Dr. Kirk Honda talks about a therapist who lost his license. August 14, 2017 This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. Support us by... Become a member:...
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This or That with Rebecca
Rebeccasode! Just a fun episode in which Dr Kirk presents a bunch of “this or that” questions to Rebecca. July 29, 2026 This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. 00:00 Madonna, Whitney, or Cyndi Lauper?01:10 Dirty...
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Interviewing My Students #3 (2014 Rerun)
[Rerun] Dr Kirk interviews two of his current students about their experience in his class. January 22, 2014 This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. Support us by... Become a member:...
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Your Therapist Is Not Your Friend
Dr. Kirk Honda examines new professional liability data showing that violations of the counseling relationship remain the most common source of claims against therapists. Dr. Kirk reviews real-world cases involving unlimited texting, dual relationships, gifts, friendships, financial exploitation,...
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The Ethics of Lying & Dating a Dad
Dr. Kirk Honda and Humberto wrestle with whether lying can ever be the most ethical choice, including a surprisingly personal moment when Humberto reveals he lied to Kirk earlier that evening. They also respond to a listener dating a divorced father. July 24, 2026 This episode is sponsored by...
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Interviewing My Students #2 (2014 Rerun)
[Rerun] Dr Kirk interviews two of his current students about their experience in his class. January 15, 2014 This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. Support us by... Become a member:...
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Dr Kirk Rants About Politics and Coaches
Dr. Kirk Honda answers YT member and patron questions about therapists appearing to side with one partner in couples therapy, the growing emphasis on nervous system regulation in graduate training, politics and self-disclosure in psychotherapy, the ethics of discouraging discussion of suicidal...
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Interviewing My Students #1 (2014 Rerun)
[Rerun] Dr Kirk interviews two of his current students about their experience in his class. January 8, 2014 This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. Support us by... Become a member:...
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Stoicism Backlash and Game of Thrones Yammering
Dr. Kirk Honda and Humberto respond to listener questions about Stoicism, and whether Kirk’s voice has changed over the years, before revisiting the ending of Game of Thrones. He also reads a moving email from a first responder to the 2024 Fall City family murders who found unexpected relief…
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Parasocial Panic, Kink Fantasy Fandoms, MBTI, and Other Topics
Parasocial Panic, Kink Fantasy Fandoms, MBTI, and Other Topics: Dr. Kirk Honda answers patron questions about taboo fiction, fandom discourse, parasocial relationships, psychodynamic therapy, personality theory, MBTI, self-forgiveness, and why we sometimes unconsciously recreate old relationship...
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Attachment Emails (2021 Rerun)
[Rerun] Dr. Kirk answers patron emails. October 4, 2021 This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. Support us by... Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/join Become a patron:...
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Duggar Family Deep Dive (Chapter 16)
A follow-up chapter from our deep dive three years ago about the Duggar family. July 15, 2026 This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. 00:00 What's going on with the Duggar Family (recap)? 14:39 Who are Joseph and...
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Attachment Class (Deep Dive) (2021 Rerun)
[Rerun] Dr. Kirk Honda presents his master’s-level course on attachment. February 15, 2021 This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. Support us by... Become a member:...
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Making Amends, Incels, Telling Kids About Infidelity, and Other Topics
Are some people simply evil? Is "sorry" overused? Can an incel community ever be healthy? Dr. Kirk Honda explores those questions while also discussing family therapy education, addiction recovery, infidelity and children, Mobile Crisis Teams, and two troubling listener-submitted stories…
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The Psychology of Culture and Dreams
What is the difference between being distorted and being psychotic? What do we really mean when we talk about culture? Why do some people over-function while others under-function? And what are dreams actually for? Dr. Kirk Honda explores these questions in a patron email episode. July 10, 2026...
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Attachment Theory Emails (Part 2) (2020 Rerun)
Rerun] Dr. Kirk answers patron emails about attachment.November 25, 2020 This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. Support us by... Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/join…
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Lily Allen, Pet Grief, and How to Be a Man
Dr. Kirk and Rebecca answer patron questions about Lily Allen's latest album, coping with the death of a beloved dog, macrophilia, and one listener's question about learning how to navigate male spaces after transitioning. July 8, 2026 This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy…
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