Shrinks & Giggles Podcast

Shrinks and Giggles
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  • Mental Health

Join your psychologist BFFs, Melissa and Michela as we breakdown pop psychology--the good, the bad, and the just plain confusing. Explore mental health trends and diagnoses as we call it out, clear it up, and laugh along the way. No jargon. No judgment. Just real talk. Aspire Therapy Center offers comprehensive psychological assessments and therapy in California and Florida — learn more at https://aspiretherapycenter.com. For Tampa-area concierge assessments, visit https://aspireassessment.com. Curious about our Executive Function workshop for tweens and teens? Check out https://aspirecognitivelab.com. And for more from Melissa, Michela, Heather, and Peter, pick up their book, Brilliantly Chaotic: Small Steps that Add Up to Big Change, on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0H7NWQGX2

  1. Oct 23

    Wake Up and Smell the Burnout: The Myth of the Perfect Routine

    You may feel a sense of dread and failure if you aren't going from red light therapy to cold plunges while eating copious amounts of protein all before 7am, because the internet will have you believing that there is a perfect routine....but we call BS.  In this episode of Shrinks & Giggles we breakdown the ways optimizing your morning may not look like anyone else's. Subscribe to Shrinks & Giggles for new episodes every other Thursday. And tell us in the comments: What is your morning routine?  👀

  2. Oct 8

    Is Brainrot a Gamble?

    Call it Brainrot. Doomscrolling. Algorithm addiction. Is your attention span being held hostage by your feed? If you’ve ever caught yourself scrolling for an hour, consuming everything from Salad Fingers and talking oranges to increasingly unhinged internet nonsense, you’re not alone. And it may not be entirely your fault. In the Season 2 premiere of Shrinks & Giggles, we’re diving into the psychology of brainrot, social media, algorithms, and our increasingly fractured attention spans. Why is it so hard to stop scrolling? What happens to our brains when we constantly consume low-quality, rapid-fire content? And how much of our behavior is actually being engineered by the algorithms feeding us more of what keeps us hooked? This episode explores the psychology behind doomscrolling and compulsive content consumption, how algorithmic feeds can affect our attention and mental health, and what we can actually do to break the cycle. Because deleting the apps and moving to a cabin in the woods probably isn't the answer. We’ll give you practical ways to become more intentional about what you consume, reclaim some mental space, and make your relationship with your phone a little less… feral. Subscribe to Shrinks & Giggles for new episodes every other Thursday. And tell us in the comments: What ridiculous piece of internet nonsense has you completely hooked? 👀 #Brainrot #Doomscrolling #MentalHealth #ADHD #SocialMedia #Psychology #ShrinksAndGiggles As always we at Aspire Therapy Center are here for you, offering comprehensive psychological assessments, testing, and therapy services. 📍 Serving clients in California, Florida, and beyond🌐 www.aspiretherapycenter.com 📞 (323) 345-1402📲 Instagram: @aspiretherapycenter #MentalHealth #PsychologyPodcast #TraumaTriggers #TherapistsExplain #MentalHealthMyths #PsychologyEducation #ShrinksAndGiggles #TraumaExplained #TherapyTalk #AspireTherapyCenter

  3. Oct 1

    Season 2. Coming soon. Your frontal lobe has entered the chat.

    Season 2 of Shrinks & Giggles is coming — and this time, we’re getting into the brain’s control center. Executive functioning. Attention. Motivation. Impulse control. Planning. Decision-making. Why you walked into the room and immediately forgot why you were there. We’re hacking the frontal lobe, breaking down the psychology behind why our brains do what they do, and finding ways to work with your brain instead of constantly fighting it. Because apparently, “just be more organized” isn’t a treatment plan. 😂

  4. Apr 3

    Mindfulness: How to Microstep That B*tch!

    In the final episode of Season 1, your favorite psychologists are unpacking the elusive concept of mindfulness vs. meditation in the modern world—where being present somehow competes with notifications, to-do lists, and 47 open tabs in your brain. Is mindfulness actually helping, or has it just become another thing you feel like you’re doing wrong? We break it down, get real about what it looks like in everyday life, and yes…we giggle our way through it. If you’ve ever tried to “just be present” and immediately thought about emails, snacks, or your entire life—this one’s for you. 🎧 Tune in, slow down (a little), and close out Season 1 with us. #Mindfulness #MentalHealthPodcast #ShrinksAndGiggles #SelfAwareness #TherapyTalk #ModernLife #AnxietyRelief #StayPresent #PodcastLife

  5. Mar 20

    Spoiler: Parents Have Feelings Too!

    Are we still Gentle Parenting?  F*ck around and Find Out! Your favorite therapist BFFs dive into the psychology of parenting, comparing methods, and unpacking what it takes to raise emotionally healthy kids in a digital world. Whether you’re a parent, planning to become one, or trying to understand your own upbringing, this episode is packed with practical parenting insights, psychology-based strategies, and real talk about family dynamics. As we wrap up Season 1, we’re also saying something not everyone is ready to hear: parents have feelings too. Topics we cover: Parenting styles and child development Emotional regulation (for kids and parents) The psychological impact of modern parenting Subscribe for more real, relatable psychology content every week. #Parenting #GentleParenting #ModernParenting #Psychology #MentalHealth #ParentingTips #ChildDevelopment #Therapy #EmotionalIntelligence #ShrinksAndGiggles #Podcast #MentalHealthMatters #SelfAwareness #FamilyDynamics

  6. Mar 6

    Pineapple Pizza to PTSD: Trigger Warnings Decoded | Episode 8 Shrinks and Giggles

    Are you actually triggered… or is it just your personal brand?  It's just psychology.  In this episode of Shrinks and Giggles, your favorite psychologists break down the internet’s favorite mental health buzzword: “triggers.” What’s the difference between a real trauma trigger and something that’s just become part of your personal brand online? We unpack what clinical trauma and triggers actually mean in psychology, why the term is everywhere on social media, and how the conversation around mental health may be getting a little… messy. ⚠️ Warning: This episode might make you cringe, hide, laugh, or gag — but it will also help you understand what triggers really are and how trauma actually works. If you’ve ever wondered:• What is a trauma trigger?• Is everything a trigger now?• Are we overusing therapy language online? …this episode is for you. ☕ Enjoy the podcast? Support us:https://buymeacoffee.com/shrinks.and.giggles 🧠 Need a psychological evaluation or therapy?Aspire Therapy Center offers comprehensive psychological assessments, testing, and therapy services. 📍 Serving clients in California, Florida, and beyond🌐 www.aspiretherapycenter.com 📞 (323) 345-1402📲 Instagram: @aspiretherapycenter Keywords: trauma triggers explained, psychology of trauma, therapy terms explained, mental health myths, psychology podcast, therapist explains triggers, trauma vs stress #MentalHealth #PsychologyPodcast #TraumaTriggers #TherapistsExplain #MentalHealthMyths #PsychologyEducation #ShrinksAndGiggles #TraumaExplained #TherapyTalk #AspireTherapyCenter

  7. Feb 20

    Beyond The Inkblots: The Point of Psychological Assessment

    Why is everyone seeking a mental health diagnosis right now?And what actually changes when you finally get one? In this episode of Shrinks and Giggles, your favorite assessment psychologists break down the psychology behind the rise in ADHD, autism, personality disorder, and other mental health assessments. We explore: Why diagnosis feels validating (and sometimes life-changing) The difference between self-diagnosis and clinical assessment How labels can shape identity When a diagnosis helps — and when it can limit you If you’re considering an ADHD assessment, autism evaluation, or any psychological testing — or you’ve recently been diagnosed — this conversation will help you think critically and compassionately about what it all means. Looking for an assessment yourself?Aspire Therapy Center offers comprehensive psychological evaluations and therapy services. 📍 Serving clients in California, Florida and beyond.🌐 www.aspiretherapycenter.com 📞 (323) 345-1402📲 @aspiretherapycenter #ADHD #AutismAssessment #MentalHealthDiagnosis #PsychologicalTesting #ShrinksAndGiggles #TherapyPodcast #MentalHealthAwareness #ClinicalPsychology #EmotionalHealth #AssessmentPsychology

  8. Feb 6

    TikTok Diagnosed Me: The Power of Labels

    Labels: helpful shorthand or unnecessary baggage?  In this episode of Shrinks & Giggles, we unpack how labels like ADHD, Autism, Bipolar and the like can validate, limit, empower, or accidentally box people in. Spoiler: put down your TikTok. At Aspire Therapy Center we can help you navigate this.  If you are a local in California, Florida and beyond, contact us @aspiretherapycenter.  www.aspiretherapycenter.com(323)345-1402We will find the perfect therapist for you! #ShrinksAndGiggles #ADHDPodcast #AutismAwareness #MentalHealthConversations#Neurodiversity #TherapyTalk #PsychologyPodcast #MentalHealthEducation

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Join your psychologist BFFs, Melissa and Michela as we breakdown pop psychology--the good, the bad, and the just plain confusing. Explore mental health trends and diagnoses as we call it out, clear it up, and laugh along the way. No jargon. No judgment. Just real talk. Aspire Therapy Center offers comprehensive psychological assessments and therapy in California and Florida — learn more at https://aspiretherapycenter.com. For Tampa-area concierge assessments, visit https://aspireassessment.com. Curious about our Executive Function workshop for tweens and teens? Check out https://aspirecognitivelab.com. And for more from Melissa, Michela, Heather, and Peter, pick up their book, Brilliantly Chaotic: Small Steps that Add Up to Big Change, on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0H7NWQGX2

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  • Creator
    Shrinks and Giggles
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    16
  • Rating
    Explicit
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