Therapy for the Pour

Episode 21 dives into one of the fastest ways to destroy trust in a relationship: tiny lies, half truths, and intentional omission.A woman starts feeling uneasy when her boyfriend casually mentions hanging out with someone named “Sam” — only for her to later discover Sam is actually a woman… something he never corrected even after she repeatedly referred to Sam as a man. From vague communication to deleted messages and disappearing social media, this story quickly spirals into a masterclass on secrecy, emotional manipulation, and disrespect disguised as innocence.So pour something up… and let’s unpack this chaos together.

“Tonight’s episode is another heavy one.A mother is being pressured to use her late husband’s daughter’s college fund to pay for her adult stepson’s rehab after years of addiction, theft, failed treatment attempts, and emotional devastation. But when her husband goes directly to her teenage daughter and calls her selfish for staying silent about giving up $30,000… things cross a line that may never be repairable.This episode dives deep into addiction, enabling, parental desperation, emotional guilt, broken trust, and the devastating psychological damage that happens when a child is forced into adult responsibility. We talk about the difference between compassion and accountability, the trauma caused by repeated betrayal, and why protecting your child’s future does NOT make you selfish.Because sometimes the hardest part of love… is realizing helping someone should never come at the expense of destroying everyone else around them.Grab your drink — or mocktail — and let’s unpack this chaos together.

After a long break, Therapy for the Pour is finally back — and this episode dives into one of the heaviest stories we’ve talked about yet.A woman writes in devastated because the man she’s loved for over a decade has slowly become convinced that the world is conspiring against him. Coworkers, strangers, even his own wife — everyone feels suspicious to him now, and their marriage is beginning to crack under the weight of paranoia, fear, and emotional exhaustion.This episode unpacks:-paranoia and distorted reality-the psychology of hypervigilance-what happens when mental health starts impacting relationshipsGrab a drink, as we are back to unpacking other people's chaos one story at a time

This week on Therapy for the Pour, we’re getting into a conversation that seems simple on the surface… but carries a lot more weight than you’d expect.A couple expecting their first child together finds themselves in a disagreement over the baby’s last name.She wants all of her children to share the same last name for unity.He’s not comfortable with this.And just like that, a conversation about names turns into something much deeper.Because sometimes… it’s not about the name.It’s about what the name means.Short, honest, and a little uncomfortable—just how we like it.Pour something light for this one… and let’s get into it.

This episode is all about boundaries—what happens when they’re ignored, crossed, or completely shattered.In the first story, a man spends years restoring his dream car… only to walk outside and find his brother-in-law casually giving it away like it’s his to offer.Yes. Actually.Then we shift into a story that’s way more uncomfortable in a completely different way—when a lifelong sibling relationship takes a turn that crosses a line you can’t come back from.Plus… with Rico in the mix, you’re getting both sides of the conversation—real reactions, real opinions, and no sugarcoating.So pour something strong (trust us, you’ll need it)… and let’s get into it.

This week on Therapy for the Pour, we’re talking about what happens when the person who’s supposed to protect you… is the one who puts you in the worst position.Story one starts with what should’ve been a romantic anniversary dinner—and turns into a full-blown betrayal when a husband secretly repurposes the night into a “healing party” for his sister… without ever telling his wife.Because nothing says love like public humiliation, right?Then we get into a story that will genuinely make your stomach drop… finding a hidden “in case we divorce” folder on a spouse’s laptop—complete with documents, plans, and receipts… all while the relationship seemed completely normal on the surface.As always… we’re unpacking the chaos one story at a time—because therapy is expensive, and sometimes you just need a drink.

In this episode of Therapy for the Pour, we unpack two stories that explore love, jealousy, and the expectations we place on relationships.The first story dives into unrequited love and what it feels like to hold onto someone who was never truly yours to begin with.The second story takes a deeper look at insecurity, emotional conflict, and what happens when someone struggles to accept a life that doesn’t match the one they imagined.Both stories highlight a difficult but important truth — sometimes love is there, but it still isn’t enough to make a relationship work.Paired with a morning mimosa, because if we’re unpacking emotional chaos before noon… we might as well do it properly.

In this episode of Therapy for the Pour, we unpack two stories that revolve around trust and the ways it can quietly unravel inside relationships.The first story dives into a deeply emotional situation involving grief, sentimental value, and what happens when someone disrespects something that represents a lost loved one.The second story explores a different side of relationship conflict — loyalty tests, insecurity, and what happens when trust is replaced with traps and outside opinions.As always, we break it all down one story at a time over a Southern Comfort Spritz, because therapy is expensive… but a drink and some perspective can go a long way.

This episode unpacks a story that moves quickly from uncomfortable to deeply concerning. What was framed as a joke becomes a conversation about intimidation, trust, and recognizing when a situation isn’t safe.Paired with a Botanical Seltzer Spritz, we talk about how fear should never be part of a relationship, why these moments can signal escalation, and the importance of listening to your instincts instead of explaining them away.Some situations aren’t meant to be fixed — they’re meant to be left.

This episode dives into a story about humor, boundaries, and what happens when personal vulnerabilities are shared in the wrong setting.We unpack the difference between playful teasing and public embarrassment — and why trust can be damaged in moments that don’t seem serious at first.Paired with an Espresso Martini, because sometimes things that look smooth still leave a bitter aftertaste.

This week’s story is a Valentine’s Day aftermath that feels less like romance and more like a reality check. We unpack a relationship that asked for advice a little too late, the red flags that showed up loud and clear, and the hard truth about believing people when they show you exactly how they feel.We’re pairing this one with a cozy Hot Toddy — because while the weather (and the drink) may be warm, this relationship definitely was not.

This Valentine’s Day, we’re switching things up. Joined by my husband Rico, we unpack three different stories straight from Reddit’s relationship advice — each one exploring love, conflict, and the messy reality behind romantic expectations.With a glass of raspberry champagne in hand (specifically a Verdi Raspberry Sparkletini), we talk through red flags, communication struggles, and the kinds of situations that make you pause and ask, “Is this love… or is this a lesson?”Because not every Valentine’s story is picture-perfect — and that’s exactly why we’re here.

This week on Therapy for the Pour, we’re pairing a bold IPA with a story about a father, a wedding, and a daughter who absorbed consequences she never created. We unpack emotional abandonment, misplaced punishment, and the lasting impact of adults avoiding accountability.Some stories don’t go down easy — and neither does this one.

This episode of Therapy for the Pour unpacks a relationship advice story where a new partner slowly takes over someone’s space — without ever officially moving in. What starts as convenience turns into suffocation, blurred boundaries, and growing fear, especially when concerns about pets and safety enter the picture.We, yes WE! talk about how control doesn’t always announce itself, why discomfort is a valid warning sign, and when it’s time to stop being polite and start protecting yourself.

This week on Therapy for the Pour, we’re sipping Truth on the Rocks and unpacking a story where “being honest” comes with consequences. We talk desire vs commitment, emotional responsibility, and why not every thought needs to be shared inside a marriage.Cheers! -To unpacking the chaos one pour at a time

In this episode, we unpack a workplace revenge story where the most powerful move wasn’t confrontation — it was silence. We talk about boundaries, accountability, and why letting someone tell on themselves is not manipulation, it’s clarity. Sometimes therapy looks like restraint, sometimes it looks like documentation, and sometimes it looks like letting the truth speak for itself.

In this episode of Therapy for the Pour, we sip on a Dirty Shirley and unpack a story about first love, heartbreak, and the thin line between closure and fixation. When a long-term relationship ends during a period of personal growth, unresolved grief can quietly turn into pettiness — and what feels like revenge can end up keeping you stuck.We talk emotional timelines, compatibility versus conflict, and why sometimes the hardest part of moving on is accepting that both people already had. Because a drink might be cheaper than therapy — but growth is still the real goal.

In this episode of Therapy for the Pour, we sip on a Spicy Paloma Spritz and unpack a Reddit AITA story about self-growth, passive resistance, and the quiet ways support can turn into sabotage. When one partner’s attempt to get back into the gym repeatedly turns into conflict, it becomes clear the issue isn’t fitness — it’s insecurity, control, and fear of change.This episode dives into the difference between reasons and excuses, how minimizing a partner’s experience creates resentment, and why wanting to better yourself doesn’t make you the villain. Because sometimes unpacking chaos takes therapy — and sometimes, a drink is a hell of a lot cheaper.

In this episode of Therapy for the Pour, we pour a mezcal margarita and unpack a Reddit AITA story about co-parenting, custody boundaries, and the difference between what’s “fair” and what’s appropriate. When an ex and her affair partner push to add his birthday as a custody swap day, a firm “no” sparks accusations of pettiness, manipulation, and threats of legal action.This episode explores boundaries after betrayal, why not every new partner gets equal footing, and how protecting stability isn’t the same as being bitter — all while unpacking other people’s chaos, one pour at a time.

In this episode of Therapy for the Pour, we pour an Old Fashioned and unpack a Reddit AITA story about respect, boundaries, and quiet corrections. When a father asks his daughter’s boyfriend to change an inappropriate shirt before dinner, the situation sparks a bigger conversation about intent versus impact.This isn’t therapy — just honest conversation, real-life perspective, and unpacking other people’s chaos… one pour at a time.

Welcome to the very first episode of Therapy for the Pour.In this episode, we kick things off with a whiskey ginger — a drink that perfectly represents new beginnings, strength, and flexibility — and dive into a Reddit AITA story about boundaries, family dynamics, and what happens when life starts to shift.This isn’t therapy, but it is honest conversation, real-life perspective, and unpacking other people’s chaos… one pour at a time.