Therapists Unhinged | Real Talk on Mental Health, Burnout & Therapy Culture
Nella Ciciulla
23 episodes
16 hours ago
Send us a text In this candid and deeply relatable episode, the hosts of Therapists Unhinged step into the emotional maze of the holiday season and the complicated realities of going “home.” With humor, honesty, and lived experience, they explore why returning to family can feel less like comfort and more like stepping back into old patterns, roles, and wounds you thought you’d outgrown. This episode wrestles with the invisible pressures so many people carry during the holidays — the obligati...
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Send us a text In this candid and deeply relatable episode, the hosts of Therapists Unhinged step into the emotional maze of the holiday season and the complicated realities of going “home.” With humor, honesty, and lived experience, they explore why returning to family can feel less like comfort and more like stepping back into old patterns, roles, and wounds you thought you’d outgrown. This episode wrestles with the invisible pressures so many people carry during the holidays — the obligati...
Send us a text In this candid and deeply relatable episode, the hosts of Therapists Unhinged step into the emotional maze of the holiday season and the complicated realities of going “home.” With humor, honesty, and lived experience, they explore why returning to family can feel less like comfort and more like stepping back into old patterns, roles, and wounds you thought you’d outgrown. This episode wrestles with the invisible pressures so many people carry during the holidays — the obligati...
Send us a text In this heartfelt episode of Therapists Unhinged, we dive into the pressures, expectations, and emotional rollercoaster of the holiday season. With humor, honesty, and a touch of rebellion, they introduce the concept of “No-vember”—a month dedicated to reclaiming peace by saying no to unnecessary stress and unrealistic expectations. Together, they unpack how societal “shoulds” and self-imposed pressure can lead to burnout and disconnection, and how redefining boundaries can bri...
Send us a text In this empowering episode of Therapists Unhinged, we welcome Dr. Kathryn Rudloff Executive Director of weVENTURE Women’s Business Center, to explore the realities of entrepreneurship, burnout, and the myth of work-life balance. Dr. Rudloff brings her experience in supporting women business owners to discuss how boundaries, systems, and accountability create the foundation for sustainable success. Together, they dismantle the illusion of “balance” and replace it with equilibriu...
Send us a text How To Respond When Someone Discloses Suicidal Thoughts In this deeply resonant episode of Therapists Unhinged, Tiffanie Trudeau, LMHC from Connected Thriving Counseling and Wellness joins the show during Suicide Prevention Month to discuss one of the most misunderstood and important topics in mental health. Tiffanie shares her expertise and lived experience around how to hold space when someone discloses suicidal thoughts. This is not about fixing or saving. It’s about listeni...
Send us a text An Apology Without Change is Manipulation In this raw and relatable episode, the Therapists Unhinged hosts, Robin and Nella, get real about relationships and emotional intelligence (or the lack thereof). They share personal stories and professional insights on navigating the complexities of modern dating, divorce, and the patterns we often repeat. From the dysregulated nervous system that mistakes attachment for love to the importance of self-awareness, they offer a candid conv...
Send us a text Why Self-Care ISN'T Optional, It’s NECESSARY In this honest and unfiltered episode of Therapists Unhinged, co-hosts Nella and TJ take the mic without Dr. Robin and dive deep into what self-care actually means. They call out how society has glamorized and twisted self-care into wine nights and massages while ignoring the deeper emotional, mental, and spiritual work it takes to truly show up for yourself. From burnout and boundaries to parenting guilt and season-of-life shifts, t...
Send us a text On this episode of Therapists Unhinged, Nella, Dr. Robin, and TJ return from summer break with an honest and timely conversation about the realities of back-to-school season. With Dr. Robin’s decades of teaching experience and Nella’s raw parenting perspective, they explore how school success starts at home, what support teachers actually need, and how to reset expectations on all sides. This is the episode every overwhelmed parent and burned-out teacher needs before that first...
Send us a text We Are Human Before We’re Therapists In this episode of Therapists Unhinged, Nella, Dr. Robin, and TJ unpack what it means to be therapists who also happen to be human. From setting personal boundaries to dodging therapy questions at family barbecues, the hosts candidly share the very real, very human side of their professional lives. This unfiltered conversation dives deep into what happens when personal and professional lines blur, and why it’s essential for mental health pro...
Send us a text For today’s episode, TJ, Nella, and Dr. Robin dive deep into one of the most emotionally charged life transitions: divorce. But this isn’t just about paperwork or custody. It’s about identity, healing, and the children caught in between. The hosts share hard-earned insights from personal experience and years of therapy practice, guiding listeners through what happens to your sense of self when a marriage ends, why co-parenting often starts with parallel parenting, and how to pr...
Send us a text Friendships CHANGE… But THIS Is How You Protect Your Peace This week on Therapists Unhinged, we’re getting raw, real, and unfiltered about one of life’s toughest topics: friendships and boundaries. Dr. Robin, TJ, and Nella get vulnerable about: ✔ What healthy friendships actually look like (spoiler: it’s not the front-door friends) ✔ How to spot a backdoor friend vs. an energy taker ✔ The hidden grief of outgrowing friendships ✔ When to set boundaries, when to walk away, and ...
Send us a text She’s Only 18... But What She Says About Mental Health Will Leave You Speechless This week, the Therapists Unhinged crew gets real with a powerful new voice: 18-year-old Aniah, recent graduate, elite all-star cheerleader, and daughter of co-host Nella. In this raw and emotional conversation, Aniah opens up about: How cheerleading saved her mental healthThe pressure teens feel from social media and parentsHer honest take on therapy, trauma, and what actually helpsLosing a frie...
Send us a text In this raw and hilarious episode, the Therapists Unhinged crew sits down with longtime educator and military veteran Rennie Ashcraft to unpack what’s really happening inside today's classrooms. From navigating the needs of neurodivergent and underachieving gifted students to confronting life-or-death mental health moments, Rennie pulls no punches. She’s loud, she’s real, and she’s that “mean teacher” students end up loving. And if you’ve ever said teaching is easy, buckle up. ...
Send us a text In this episode of Therapists Unhinged, we had the incredible opportunity to chat with JeannieFit, a dynamic hip hop instructor and the founder of myHipHopFit. Jeannie shared her inspiring journey from her childhood in Colombia, where she faced language barriers and body image issues, to becoming a successful fitness entrepreneur dedicated to changing lives through dance and wellness. We delved into the vital connection between mental and physical health, with Jeannie emphasizi...
Send us a text In this episode of Therapists Unhinged, we tackle the intricate dynamics of relationships and the impact of our past experiences on our present interactions. We kick off the conversation by acknowledging that no partner will fulfill 100% of our needs, and we often project our unmet childhood needs onto our relationships. Throughout the episode, we emphasize the importance of self-awareness and understanding our own expectations before seeking a partner. We discuss the concept o...
Send us a text In this episode of Therapists Unhinged, we had the incredible opportunity to sit down with our second guest, Alexa, a 52-year-old Puerto Rican veteran who shared her powerful journey through mental health and personal transformation. From the outset, Alexa opened up about her struggles with therapy and medication, emphasizing that finding the right combination was crucial for her healing. She candidly discussed the stigma surrounding mental health, particularly within the milit...
Send us a text In this episode of Therapists Unhinged, we dive into the concept of manifesting with action, building on our previous discussions about finances, mental health, and mindset. We explore the popular trend of manifesting, which often involves positive affirmations, vision boards, and rituals like lighting candles. While these practices can be beneficial, we emphasize that they must be paired with concrete actions to truly achieve our goals. We discuss the importance of defining cl...
Send us a text In this episode of Therapists Unhinged, we welcome our very first guest, Jeremy Lindquist, owner and financial advisor at Skypeak Financial. Our conversation delves into the profound connection between finances and mental health, a topic that resonates with everyone. Jeremy shares his insights on how today's luxuries can quickly transform into tomorrow's necessities, urging us to recognize the importance of acknowledging our current circumstances and the paths that led us here....
Send us a text In this episode of "Therapists Unhinged", we dive deep into the topic of entitlement mentality and its implications on various aspects of life, including relationships, the workplace, and generational dynamics. We explore the question of whether we are raising narcissistic individuals or if entitlement stems from unmet needs. Our discussion highlights the importance of understanding the backgrounds and experiences of those who exhibit entitlement behaviors, as many may be seeki...
Send us a text In this episode of "Therapists Unhinged", we dive deep into the unique struggles and challenges that today's teenagers face, especially in the context of social media and its impact on their self-image and mental health. We discuss how teens are navigating a world vastly different from the one we grew up in, highlighting the pressures of comparison and the influence of online personas. We also celebrate our "lady boss" on her birthday and share some personal anecdotes, includin...
Send us a text In this episode of Therapists Unhinged, we dive deep into the topic of imposter syndrome, exploring its prevalence across various professions, particularly in the field of therapy. We discuss how many of us, including therapists, often feel like we are "faking it" and question our abilities and successes. We emphasize the importance of self-acceptance and the need to celebrate both our strengths and weaknesses. Our conversation highlights that questioning ourselves can be a sig...
Therapists Unhinged | Real Talk on Mental Health, Burnout & Therapy Culture
Send us a text In this candid and deeply relatable episode, the hosts of Therapists Unhinged step into the emotional maze of the holiday season and the complicated realities of going “home.” With humor, honesty, and lived experience, they explore why returning to family can feel less like comfort and more like stepping back into old patterns, roles, and wounds you thought you’d outgrown. This episode wrestles with the invisible pressures so many people carry during the holidays — the obligati...
