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Mental health professionals and those in the field explore a range of topics and diagnoses in mental health, using engaging, everyday language, all accompanied by a drink. If you're looking to expand your knowledge about mental health for yourself or your loved ones, and enjoy a few laughs in the process, this podcast is the perfect match! unwineding.substack.com

  1. 23h ago

    Meeting Art Where It Lives:

    In this vibrant and deeply human conversation, Wednesdae Reim Ifrach—certified art therapist, counselor, and advocate for LGBTQIA+ wellness—joins UnWineding to explore how creative practice becomes a lifeline for identity, embodiment, and belonging. From mannequin-based artmaking to poetry that transforms trauma into reclamation, Wednesdae shares how meeting clients exactly where they are—emotionally, culturally, and creatively—builds trust and liberation. Together, they unpack the intersections of art therapy, queer affirmation, and community-rooted healing, reminding us that recovery isn’t about fixing—it’s about becoming. IG Wednesdae Thanks for reading UnWineding Substack! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit unwineding.substack.com/subscribe

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  2. Sep 28

    From Witch Hunts to Asylums:

    In this episode, we explore the long, complicated history of how people with mental health conditions have been misunderstood, feared, and persecuted. From ancient spiritual explanations to witch trials, institutional abuse, and the early days of psychiatry, we trace how stigma and misinformation shaped treatment — and too often caused harm. This conversation highlights the systems, beliefs, and cultural forces that punished people for symptoms we now recognize as trauma, neurodivergence, or mental illness. We also discuss the importance of understanding the history and mistrust of systems that were meant to protect and how that is still carried around today. It’s a grounded, eye‑opening walk through the past — and a reminder of why modern mental health work matters so deeply today and still has work to do. own your stigma- coupon code unwinedingsupportgroup15% Find the good UnWineding Substack is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit unwineding.substack.com/subscribe

    From Witch Hunts to Asylums:

  3. Sep 21

    STEMinist Rising:

    In this energizing conversation, Abby Crocker joins us to talk about what it really looks like for women to build careers in STEM — the wins, the weirdness, the resilience, and the moments you realize you’re the only woman in the room… again. Abby shares her path into STEM, the mentors who changed everything, the systems that still need a reboot, and the mindset shifts that help women stay grounded while pushing boundaries. Expect humor, honesty, and a whole lot of “oh wow, same.” Thanks for reading UnWineding Substack! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit unwineding.substack.com/subscribe

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  4. Sep 14

    Season 3 Kickoff:

    Season 3 kicks off with a topic that most people avoid harder than their postpartum checkup: psychosis and postpartum psychosis. We break down what psychosis actually is — not the movie version with ominous music, but the real, medical, “your brain is temporarily running on Windows 95” version. We talk about how postpartum psychosis can happen when hormones, sleep deprivation, and biology all link arms and decide to form a flash mob in your nervous system. It’s serious, it’s treatable, and it’s absolutely not a character flaw. Expect clarity, compassion, and humor that doesn’t punch down — because sometimes the brain throws a plot twist so wild you have to laugh, breathe, and remember that help exists and recovery is real. Season 3 starts with honesty, education, and a little sass. Buckle up. Our Sponsors: Own Your Stigma- coupon code ~ unwinedingsupportgroup15% Find the Good UnWineding Substack is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Paid subscribers get the unedited version- the bloopers- the hidden fun- maybe even more unhinged conversations!!! This post has bonus content for paid subscribers. Upgrade to get full access. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit unwineding.substack.com/subscribe

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  5. Aug 10

    We Made a Whole Second Season!

    In this end‑of‑season finale, we’re taking a breath, taking a bow, and taking a look back at everything this season brought us — the conversations that cracked us open, the guests who blew our minds, the topics that made us laugh, cry, or say “oh wow, we really went there.” It’s a celebration, a reflection, and a little bit of a therapy session for the podcast itself. We revisit the biggest themes of the season and the moments that surprised us. And because we’re incapable of ending anything without immediately planning the next thing, we also dive into a brainstorm for next season — the topics we want to explore and the conversations we’re itching to have. Expect humor, honesty, gratitude, and a behind‑the‑scenes peek at how the show comes together. Whether you’ve been here since episode one or just joined the party, this wrap‑up is your invitation to celebrate the season with us and get excited for what’s coming next. Own Your Stigma discount code ~ unwinedingsupportgroup15% Find the Good Brand Thanks for reading UnWineding Substack! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit unwineding.substack.com/subscribe

    We Made a Whole Second Season!

  6. Aug 3

    Because ‘Use Your Words’ Only Works If They Have Words:

    In this episode, we sit down with Dr. David Marcus, psychologist, parenting expert, and the man who has probably heard every version of “my kid just lost it in the grocery store” that exists. Dr. Marcus breaks down why emotional language is one of the most important skills we can teach children — and why so many adults are still playing catch‑up on it themselves. We talk about how kids need to learn to identify feelings, why “mad,” “sad,” and “fine” are not a complete emotional vocabulary, and how parents can model emotional regulation without needing to be perfect (or perfectly calm). Dr. Marcus shares practical tools for helping kids name what’s happening inside their bodies, communicate their needs, and build the emotional muscles that lead to healthier relationships, better coping skills, and fewer meltdowns — for everyone involved. Expect humor, real‑life examples, and a whole lot of “oh wow, that explains my childhood” moments as we explore how emotional language transforms families. Whether you’re parenting toddlers, teens, or your own inner child, this conversation offers grounded, compassionate guidance for raising humans who can feel their feelings without being ruled by them. Dr. David Marcus Find the Good Brand Own Your Stigma — Discount code -unwinedingsupportgroup15% Thanks for reading UnWineding Substack! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit unwineding.substack.com/subscribe

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  7. Jul 27

    Stockholm Syndrome:

    In this episode, we’re tackling one of the most dramatic, over‑quoted, and scientifically unsupported concepts in pop psychology: Stockholm Syndrome — the diagnosis that sounds like it came from a crime thriller and… basically did. Spoiler: it’s not real. Not a diagnosis. Not in the DSM. Not even good science. It’s the psychological equivalent of an urban legend your cousin swears happened to “a friend of a friend.” But you know what is real?Learned helplessness — the brain’s very understandable “I have tried EVERYTHING and nothing works, so I’m just going to sit here and disassociate politely” response to repeated stress, danger, or trauma. We break down: * How Stockholm Syndrome became famous because of one messy hostage situation and a police PR problem * How learned helplessness actually develops (hint: your brain is not being dramatic, it’s being efficient) * Why victims don’t “just leave,” “just fight back,” or “just stop being scared” Expect humor, myth‑busting, and a whole lot of “oh wow, that makes way more sense” moments as we unpack what really happens when the brain is trying to keep you alive — even if the outside world insists on calling it something catchy and wildly inaccurate. This episode is your permission slip to stop blaming yourself, stop believing Hollywood psychology, and start understanding the real science behind survival. Find The Good 10% off Thanks for reading UnWineding Substack! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit unwineding.substack.com/subscribe

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  8. Jul 20

    ADHD, Advocacy, and Accidental Chaos:

    In this episode, we sit down with Ruth Danoff — ADHD advocate, speaker, and the human embodiment of “I swear I had a point, just give me a second.” Ruth brings humor, honesty, and a refreshing amount of real‑talk to the conversation about what it actually means to live with ADHD in a world built for people who color inside the lines… and remember where they put their keys. We dive into her journey from struggling in silence to becoming a powerful voice for ADHD awareness, self‑acceptance, and accessible support. Ruth breaks down the myths, the misunderstandings, and the moments that made her say, “Okay, so it’s not that I’m broken — my brain just runs on a different operating system.” We talk about: * The emotional toll of masking and chronic self‑criticism * How humor can be a survival skill and a superpower * What real support looks like (hint: it’s not “just try harder”) * And how embracing neurodivergence can change everything Expect laughter, validation, and a whole lot of “oh wow, same” moments as Ruth shares her story with the kind of candor that makes people feel seen, understood, and a little less alone. Ruth Danoff Own Your Stigma coupon code- unwinedingsupportgroup15% Find the Good Brand This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit unwineding.substack.com/subscribe

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Mental health professionals and those in the field explore a range of topics and diagnoses in mental health, using engaging, everyday language, all accompanied by a drink. If you're looking to expand your knowledge about mental health for yourself or your loved ones, and enjoy a few laughs in the process, this podcast is the perfect match! unwineding.substack.com

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