Mental Chillness Podcast

Dreams are the strange, cinematic stories our minds create each night composed of memories, emotions, and mysteries. This episode explores what our most common dream themes mean and how the sleeping brain turns everyday experiences into symbolic nighttime adventures. It’s a journey into the science, psychology, and magic of the dream world.

In this episode Ryan and Therapist Travis Nelson (LMFT) discuss finding one's way through clinical practice. “Listen intently to hear the message beneath the message” and you’ll take away from this episode some real gems regarding: cultural barriers to accessing therapy and the need to break the mold, it’s ok to not be the archetypal ideal as a therapist, it’s ok to put your therapist on probation/trial phase (LOL), it is ok to self-disclose in sessions with careful consideration if doing so is in alignment with patient care and support of the client. You can follow Travis on Instagram and you can find him on pyschologytoday.com and the Headway therapy platform: Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/travisnelsonlmft/?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA%3D%3DHeadway Profile:https://care.headway.co/providers/travis-nelsonPsychology Today:https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/travis-w-nelson-sacramento-ca/1227758

In this episode, Steph & Ryan delve into what makes people laugh. The discussion includes the benefits of humor, the interplay of personality and humor, and learn why people experience nervous laughter in uncomfy situations.

In this episode, Ryan and therapist Freddy Ford (LMFT) discuss clinical practice and work in the field of mental health informed by faith and divine mission. Freddy is an integral part of the G2G Podcast -Generation to Generation podcast – which will be launching soon and its format of conversation and exploration between four upstanding men stands to bridge the gap between generations and underscore the importance of fraternity, meaningful constructive discourse, and that talking about anything is possible.   The field of mental health can be a challenging one, in this conversation, Ryan and Freddy discuss some of the perspectives and intentional thinking which make a career in the field of psychology a sustainable and rewarding one.   

In this episode, Ryan and Steph explore the ways personality shows up in relationships and work and break down the science in a way that’s clear, human, and genuinely useful. Interesting for anyone curious about why we are the way we are.

In this episode, Steph & Ryan answer the questions people ask most about being a therapist: Do you analyze people in your personal life? Can you be friends with clients? Have you ever cried in session? With candid insights and a touch of humor, we share the realities, surprises, and myths of life as a therapist. Whether you’re curious about the profession or just want to know what goes on in the mind of a therapist- this conversation offers a fresh perspective.

In this episode, Ryan and Steph dive into attachment styles and explore how they shape our relationships, influence the way we connect, and reveal patterns we may not even notice. With warmth and humor, they unpack the four main styles (secure, anxious, avoidant, and disorganized), share real-life examples, and explore how understanding these dynamics can lead to healthier, more authentic connections. Whether you’re curious about your own style or looking to better understand loved ones, this conversation offers insight, reflection, and a few laughs along the way.

In this episode, Steph & Ryan explore the psychological roots of evil. Through clinical insight and real-world examples, they unpack the roles of power, trauma, and moral disengagement. Whether you're a therapist, a true crime enthusiast, or simply curious, this conversation invites reflection and deeper understanding of the evil mind.

In this episode Steph and Ryan explore psychosis through multiple lenses including a clinical one.

In this episode Ryan and Steph explore the psychology of fears, phobias, and relevant treatment interventions .... during Spooky Season.... muahhahahhah!!!!!!!

In this episode Steph and Ryan explore some of the factors which may result in imposter syndrome along with some strategies to correct the habitual self-doubt which makes us question our right to inhabit roles we are actually qualified for.

In this episode Ryan and Steph discuss crisis assessment in the ER in the hopes of offering information to listeners to support them and those they love when possibly experiencing "the worst day of their life."