58 episodes

From psychopathic serial killers to CIA operatives with bipolar disorder, depictions of mental health are pretty much everywhere in entertainment. But what’s exaggerated for the screen? And what can these portrayals tell us about actual psychological diagnoses and modern, evidence-based treatments? Hosted by two practicing clinical psychology PhDs, Freudian Scripts explores the real world of psychology today, destigmatizing mental health, through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies.

Freudian Scripts Dr. Sam and Dr. Fran

    • TV & Film
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From psychopathic serial killers to CIA operatives with bipolar disorder, depictions of mental health are pretty much everywhere in entertainment. But what’s exaggerated for the screen? And what can these portrayals tell us about actual psychological diagnoses and modern, evidence-based treatments? Hosted by two practicing clinical psychology PhDs, Freudian Scripts explores the real world of psychology today, destigmatizing mental health, through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies.

    In Session with “The Nightmare Before Christmas”

    In Session with “The Nightmare Before Christmas”

    What's this?! Join Dr. Sam and Dr. Fran for a special holiday session about identity and holiday spirits!

    • 42 min
    In Mini Session with True Crime

    In Mini Session with True Crime

    Join Dr. Sam and Fran as they explore why we like true crime through the lens of Only Murderers in the Building and Based on a True Story.

    • 38 min
    In Session with “Suits” and “Billions”

    In Session with “Suits” and “Billions”

    • 38 min
    In Session with “Wednesday”

    In Session with “Wednesday”

    Join Dr. Sam and Dr. Fran as they discuss individual and family therapy in the Addams Family's world.

    • 1 hr 10 min
    In Mini-Session with School Psychology

    In Mini-Session with School Psychology

    • 38 min
    Celebrating 50 Sessions with “50 First Dates”

    Celebrating 50 Sessions with “50 First Dates”

    Join Dr. Sam & Dr. Fran as they launch their 50th session featuring the romcom, 50 First Dates!

    • 52 min

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