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Two Dudes Talkin' Therapy

by Dr. J and Dr. V

Two licensed clinical psychologists, Dr. Jacob Ambrose, PhD and Dr. Vincent Barbieri, PhD provide their insights on all things therapy, with a twist of humor and rich therapeutic wisdom! Join as they demystify the world of counseling, offering valuable insights and practical knowledge.

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Episodes

  1. Healing Limerence EP: 56

    🎙️ Watch the full episode and access exclusive bonus content on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/2dudestalkintherapy In this episode of Two Dudes Talkin’ Therapy, psychologists Dr. Jacob Ambrose (Dr. Jay) and Dr. Vincent Barbieri (Dr. V) explore the psychology of limerence, its connection to...

  2. Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria | Ep. 55

    Why does rejection hurt so much when you have ADHD? And why can even the smallest signs of disapproval send you into a spiral of overthinking, shame, and self-doubt? In this episode of Two Dudes Talkin' Therapy, clinical psychologists Dr. Jacob Ambrose (Dr. Jay) and Dr. Vincent Barbieri (Dr. V)...

  3. Emotional Neglect

    Full Episode on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/2dudestalkintherapy Dr. Vincent Barbieri and Dr. Jacob Ambrose are licensed psychologists who explore trauma, attachment, relationships, ADHD, and emotional development on Two Dudes Talkin’ Therapy. In this episode, they break down childhood...

  4. Why CPTSD Makes You Feel Guilty About Everything

    Full Episode on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/2dudestalkintherapy Why can guilt feel so intense after complex trauma—even when you logically know you haven’t done anything wrong? In this episode, psychologists Dr. Jacob Ambrose and Dr. Vincent Barbieri explore the connection between complex...

  5. Ep. 52: Improving Self Worth | 2 Dudes Talkin' Therapy

    Subscribe to our patreon for more exclusive content-- Patreon Subscription Link: https://www.patreon.com/c/2dudestalkintherapy Dr. Jacob Ambrose and Dr. Vincent Barbieri are psychologists who specialize in helping people better understand themselves, their relationships, and the patterns that…

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  6. Dating With Insecure Attachment

    Many people find that they are either too distant or too desperate during the dating process. These patterns often have deeper roots in attachment, nervous system responses, past relationship experiences, and for some, neurodivergence. ADHD and other forms of neurodivergence can intensify...

  7. Ep. 50: ADHD in Women

    Full Episode Only On Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/2dudestalkintherapy What if your experiences of rejection sensitivity, attachment insecurity in relationships, limerence, burnout, imposter syndrome, and extreme executive dysfunction were never fully because of your ADHD, but were more so the...

  8. Ep: 49 How to Become Securely Attached

    Join our Patreon: patreon.com/2dudestalkintherapyTune in to discover the path toward secure attachment.In conversations about attachment, there is often a great deal of focus on what anxious, avoidant, and fearful-avoidant attachment look like. Yet the most overlooked attachment style is often...

  9. Fearful Attachment

    In this episode, Dr. Jacob and Dr. Vinny take a deep dive into fearful-avoidant attachment, a pattern often discussed in relation to disorganized attachment. Full episode on patreon: https://www.patreon.com/2dudestalkintherapy They explore the foundations of attachment research, including Mary...

  10. Ep: 47 Trauma & Dissociation

    ***Full Episode on Patreon*** In this episode, Dr. Jacob Ambrose and Dr. Vincent Barbieri discuss the relationship between trauma and dissociation, including the many ways traumatic experiences can lead to dissociation as a coping strategy. Dissociation can show up mentally, emotionally,...

  11. Exploring Complex Trauma

    For those living with CPTSD (complex post-traumatic stress disorder), you know what it is like to experience reality in a way that others often do not understand. It can feel like an upside-down experience shaped by an upside-down childhood—one in which you had to continually reorient yourself to...

  12. Ep: 45 Live Patreon Q&A

    Dr. Vincent Barbieri and Dr. Jacob Ambrose answer live questions from patreon subscribers during this episode. If you'd like to join the next live feed then make sure to subscribe to our patreon https://www.patreon.com/2dudestalkintherapy #therapy #podcast #psychology #adhd…

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  13. ADHD And CPTSD: Episode 44

    On this episode. Dr. Jacob and Dr. Vincent Barbieri talk about the differences and overlap between ADHD and Complex Trauma. They begin by describing how CPTSD is a more outcome focused kind of diagnosis whereas ADHD is more centered on mechanical like differences. They then cover midway what it...

  14. Ep. 43: Regulating Your Nervous System

    Tune into this episode where Dr. Jacob and Dr. Vincent Barbieri describe the most effective ways to regulate and rewire your nervous system, especially when you have issues in the realm of attachment and trauma. Ways of healing anxious attachment, healing avoidant attachment, and healing…

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  15. Complex PTSD Patreon Episode

    Complex PTSD in all its complexity is discussed in this episode. Catch the first 20 minutes of this episode to learn how CPTSD alters your overall sense of self while also distorts your perception of reality. In this episode the consequences of CPTSD-- dissociation, loss of identity, emotional...

  16. Spirituality

    In this episode, Dr. Vincent Barbieri and Dr. Jacob Ambrose explore spirituality through the lens of psychology and the whole person. They discuss how attachment theory connects with Christianity, Zen spirituality, emotional health, and the deeper search for meaning. This vulnerable conversation...

  17. Vulnerability

    In this episode, Dr. Jacob and Dr. Vincent take a deep dive into the concept of vulnerability. The episode begins with a personal and vulnerable story from Jacob and Vinny, then moves into the nuances of healthy versus unhealthy vulnerability. They also discuss the weaponization of vulnerability,...

  18. Overthinking

    Watch to learn how to stop overthinking! In addition during this episode we cover the roots of overthinking, some of the maintaining factors, along with the most common shadow wounds of many who overthink. The full episode can be found on our Patreon account. Make sure to subscribe to get this...

  19. Feeling Seen

    In this episode we cover the subject of being seen. What does being seen in relationships actually look like? A key distinction made in this episode is the difference between simple validation and truly seeing another individual. The struggles of those with Borderline Personality Disorder are…

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  20. The Psychology Of Attraction

    What actually drives attraction? In this episode, Dr. Jacob Ambrose and Dr. Vincent Barbieri explore the deeper psychology behind attraction, dating dynamics, and the hidden forces that shape who we pursue in relationships. The conversation begins by breaking down the core psychological and...

  21. Mens Mental Health

    Catch the full episdoe by subscribing to our patreon! A lot of conversations about men today fall into two extremes. On one side, men are told their struggles are simply privilege.On the other side, the manosphere tells men the world is against them and they need to dominate it to be worth...

  22. Good Therapy VS Bad Therapy

    ​What does good therapy vs. bad therapy actually look like inside the therapy room?In this episode, Dr. Jacob Ambrose and Dr. Vincent Barbieri open an important conversation about the role of discomfort in therapy—and why discomfort can sometimes signal growth, while other times it may signal…

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  23. Why You Think You're Not Enough Episode 34

    Why do so many high-achieving people still feel like they’re not good enough? In this conversation, Dr. Vincent Barbieri and Dr. Jacob Ambrose revisit the powerful topic of shame — the quiet psychological force that can persist even when someone is successful, capable, and respected across…

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  24. 2 Dudes Talkin' Therapy | Ep. 33: Navigating Emotionally Immature People

    Watch the full episode on our Patreon!: patreon.com/2dudestalkintherapyYouTube CaptionWhat actually makes someone emotionally immature?In this episode, Dr. Jacob Ambrose and Dr. Vincent Barbieri (fire and ice)-- take a deep dive into one of the most confusing dynamics in relationships: navigating...

  25. Dating With Anxious Attachment

    Dating is difficult when you have anxious attachment because you hold high amounts of emotional investment and the stakes feel too high. The moment you start to care, your nervous system shifts. Your prediction model from childhood — built on past attachment wounds — becomes distorted…

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  26. Codependency

    In this episode, Dr. Jacob Ambrose and Dr. Vincent Barbieri break down the full psychology of codependency—what it actually is, how it forms, and why it can feel so intense and hard to leave. We cover: • The core traits of codependency • How to know if you’re in a codependent relationship • The...

  27. Attachment and Trauma

    In this episode of Two Dudes Talkin’ Therapy, Dr. Vincent Barbieri and Dr. Jacob Ambrose explore how trauma shapes attachment patterns and why our relationships can feel so intense, confusing, or painful — even when we deeply want connection. We break down how trauma impacts the three insecure...

  28. ADHD Superpowers!

    The topic of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) often starts from a negative, deficit-based perspective. In this episode, Dr. Jacob Ambrose and Dr. Vincent Barbieri dismantle the common deficit model of ADHD, highlighting that ADHD is not simply an attention “deficit,” but rather a...

  29. The "Trend" of Going No Contact

    In this episode, Dr. Jacob Ambrose and Dr. Vincent Barbieri dive into the trending topic of going no contact with family, partners, or loved ones. With clarity and compassion, we unpack why this trend has taken off, when going no contact can be psychologically healthy, and when it can...

  30. Secure Attachment: Full Episode Only Available on Patreon

    Subscribe to our patron to access the full episode!!-- https://www.patreon.com/posts/become-securely-145864142On this episode, Dr. Jacob Ambrose and Dr. Vincent Barbieri break down the ins and outs of secure attachment—and how to actually build it.Whether you identify as securely attached or…

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  31. Emotions Of Attachment

    In this episode, we explore the emotions of attachment and how our early relational experiences shape the way we express—and suppress—core emotions throughout adulthood. We begin by examining the early origins of attachment, including how parental responses to our emotional needs influence the...

  32. Navigating Emotionally Immature Parents

    Navigating Emotionally Immature Parents

  33. Generational Trauma

    In this thought-provoking episode, Dr. Jacob Ambrose and Dr. Vincent Barbieri dive deep into the nature, impact, and healing process of generational trauma. Together, they explore how family systems often unconsciously maintain cycles of pain through what they call “the weapon of unconscious...

  34. OCD Healing

    Dr. Jacob Ambrose and Dr. Vincent Barbieri explore the underlying aspects of OCD (Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder)—what it truly feels like to live with it. They discuss common struggles, misconceptions, and evidence-based ways to navigate OCD more effectively. #OCD #ObsessiveCompulsiveDisorder...

  35. Shadow Work

    Full episode on patreon youtube account -- "two dudes talkin therapy".

  36. Complex PTSD

    Dr. Jacob Ambrose and Dr. Vincent Barbieri cover the definition, impact, and healing process for Complex Post Traumatic Stress in this episode. All content as always is intended for educational purposes only rather than a replacement for therapy.

  37. Borderline Personality Disorder And Attachment

    In this episode, Dr. Jacob Ambrose and Dr. Vincent Barbieri dive into the lived experience of Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). They unpack the unique struggles of BPD, explore the heavy stigma that surrounds it, and discuss how this stigma can—and should—be challenged.The conversation then...

  38. Healing Perfectionism

    In this video, Dr. Jacob Ambrose and Dr. Vincent Barbieri dive deep into the topic of perfectionism—and in the second part, its connection to OCD. They cover the theory and development of perfectionism, how it begins in childhood, how it shows up in adulthood, and practical tips for healing....

  39. Healing Anxiety

    ​Join Dr. Jacob Ambrose and Dr. Vincent Barbieri in this hilarious yet deeply insightful episode of 2 Dudes Talkin’ Therapy Podcast. We dive into the roots of anxiety—starting with the hidden, negative core beliefs that fuel it—and break down how your thoughts unknowingly keep the anxiety cycle...

  40. Healing Fearful/Disorganized Attachment

    On this episode, Dr. Jacob Ambrose and Dr. Vincent Barbieri go into detail about what fearful and/or disorganized attachment truly is and how to go about working towards secure attachment if you have a fearful attachment style. In this episode, you'll come to understand the real experience of...

  41. Healing Self Esteem

    ​ @talkintherapy In this conversation, clinical psychologists Dr. Jacob Ambrose and Dr. Vincent Barbieri break down the real meaning of self-esteem — beyond surface-level affirmations and quick-fix advice.You'll learn:What self-esteem actually is (and what it isn't)Why many people struggle to…

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  42. Healing Anxious Attachment

    Dr. Jacob Ambrose and Dr. Vincent Barbieri review what Anxious Attachment is and how to heal it in this episode.

  43. Social Anxiety Episode 11

    Tune in to Dr. Jacob Ambrose and Dr. Vincent Barbieri's episode on Social Anxiety. This clip includes the defining features of Anxiety and Social Anxiety as well as tools on navigating it.

  44. Healing Avoidant Attachment

    Dr. Jacob Ambrose And Dr. Vincent Barbieri Discuss How To Heal Avoidant Attachment

  45. Narcissism 2.0

    Dr. Jacob Ambrose and Dr. Vincent Barbieri continue their discussion on Narcissism

  46. Attachment 2.0

    Welcome to Part 2 of our two-part series on Attachment Theory with Dr. Jacob Ambrose and Dr. Vincent Barbieri!In this episode, we dive deeper into the practical side of healing attachment wounds. Dr. Ambrose and Dr. Barbieri outline specific, research-backed ways to heal anxious attachment,...

  47. ADHD

    Dr. Jacob Ambrose and Dr. Vincent Barbieri discuss ADHD in terms of the definition of the diagnosis, the experience, treatment, and comorbidity. Tune in for great insights, and as always, this podcast material is for educational purposes only rather than a replacement for therapy.

  48. Narcissism

    In this insightful video, Dr. Jacob Ambrose and Dr. Vincent Barbieri lead a comprehensive discussion on narcissism. They dive into the complexities of this personality trait, shedding light on its definition and common misconceptions, such as the surprising truth that narcissists are deeply...

  49. Attachment: Anxious, Avoidant, and Fearful

    Check out our latest podcast episode featuring myself, Dr. Jacob Ambrose, and Dr. Vincent Barbieri as we dive into the complexities of understanding and addressing Anxious, Avoidant, and Fearful Attachment styles. In this episode, you'll get clear, easy-to-understand explanations of each…

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  50. Anxiety

    Dr. J and Dr. V go over the underpinnings of fear and also provides helpful tools for better understanding and working with fear and anxiety.

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Two licensed clinical psychologists, Dr. Jacob Ambrose, PhD and Dr. Vincent Barbieri, PhD provide their insights on all things therapy, with a twist of humor and rich therapeutic wisdom! Join as they demystify the world of counseling, offering valuable insights and practical knowledge.

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