Psychology In Seattle Podcast

Kirk Honda

A psychology podcast that is both educational and entertaining.

  1. Paraphilias and Sexual Fetishes (2017 Rerun)

    12H AGO

    Paraphilias and Sexual Fetishes (2017 Rerun)

    [Rerun] Dr. Kirk Honda and Humberto critique paraphilic disorders, sexual fetishes, and DSM-5.(Intro) March 8, 2017 This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/join Become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/PsychologyInSeattle Email: https://www.psychologyinseattle.com/contact Website: https://www.psychologyinseattle.com Merch: https://psychologyinseattle-shop.fourthwall.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/psychologyinseattle/ Facebook Official Page: https://www.facebook.com/PsychologyInSeattle/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kirk.honda The Psychology In Seattle Podcast ® Trigger Warning: This episode may include topics such as assault, trauma, and discrimination. If necessary, listeners are encouraged to refrain from listening and care for their safety and well-being. Disclaimer: The content provided is for educational, informational, and entertainment purposes only. Nothing here constitutes personal or professional consultation, therapy, diagnosis, or creates a counselor-client relationship. Topics discussed may generate differing points of view. If you participate (by being a guest, submitting a question, or commenting) you must do so with the knowledge that we cannot control reactions or responses from others, which may not agree with you or feel unfair. Your participation on this site is at your own risk, accepting full responsibility for any liability or harm that may result. Anything you write here may be used for discussion or endorsement of the podcast. Opinions and views expressed by the host and guest hosts are personal views. Although, we take precautions and fact check, they should not be considered facts and the opinions may change. Opinions posted by participants (such as comments) are not those of the hosts. Readers should not rely on any information found here and should perform due diligence before taking any action. For a more extensive description of factors for you to consider, please see www.psychologyinseattle.com (By The Daily Telegraph. Copyright holders of the image of Madeleine at three are Kate and Gerry McCann. The age-progressed image was commissioned by Scotland Yard from forensic artist Teri Blythe for release to the public. Both images have been widely disseminated by the copyright holders, and have been the subject of significant commentary., Fair use, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?curid=39861556)

    4 min
  2. Therapist Convinces Client To Divorce

    1D AGO

    Therapist Convinces Client To Divorce

    Dr Kirk and Bob answer patron emails. February 16, 2026 This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. 00:00 How do you know a therapist is a hack? 02:36 Hannah's therapist red flags 21:51 Is it OK to make mistakes as a therapist?  36:40 Understanding personality & online nonsense 1:28:24 Was the client's autonomy violated?  Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/join Become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/PsychologyInSeattle Email: https://www.psychologyinseattle.com/contact Website: https://www.psychologyinseattle.com Merch: https://psychologyinseattle-shop.fourthwall.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/psychologyinseattle/ Facebook Official Page: https://www.facebook.com/PsychologyInSeattle/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kirk.honda The Psychology In Seattle Podcast ® Trigger Warning: This episode may include topics such as assault, trauma, and discrimination. If necessary, listeners are encouraged to refrain from listening and care for their safety and well-being. Disclaimer: The content provided is for educational, informational, and entertainment purposes only. Nothing here constitutes personal or professional consultation, therapy, diagnosis, or creates a counselor-client relationship. Topics discussed may generate differing points of view. If you participate (by being a guest, submitting a question, or commenting) you must do so with the knowledge that we cannot control reactions or responses from others, which may not agree with you or feel unfair. Your participation on this site is at your own risk, accepting full responsibility for any liability or harm that may result. Anything you write here may be used for discussion or endorsement of the podcast. Opinions and views expressed by the host and guest hosts are personal views. Although, we take precautions and fact check, they should not be considered facts and the opinions may change. Opinions posted by participants (such as comments) are not those of the hosts. Readers should not rely on any information found here and should perform due diligence before taking any action. For a more extensive description of factors for you to consider, please see www.psychologyinseattle.com (By The Daily Telegraph. Copyright holders of the image of Madeleine at three are Kate and Gerry McCann. The age-progressed image was commissioned by Scotland Yard from forensic artist Teri Blythe for release to the public. Both images have been widely disseminated by the copyright holders, and have been the subject of significant commentary., Fair use, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?curid=39861556)

    1h 35m
  3. Gooning Communities

    4D AGO

    Gooning Communities

    Dr Kirk Honda and Humberto explore the online gooning communities. February 13, 2026 This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. 00:00 What is gooning? 07:08 Discourse around No Fap 13:08 Is porn more readily available now? 20:18 What is the kink aspect? 32:33 Should we be concerned about gooning? 53:09 Gooning statistics & community finding Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/join Become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/PsychologyInSeattle Email: https://www.psychologyinseattle.com/contact Website: https://www.psychologyinseattle.com Merch: https://psychologyinseattle-shop.fourthwall.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/psychologyinseattle/ Facebook Official Page: https://www.facebook.com/PsychologyInSeattle/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kirk.honda The Psychology In Seattle Podcast ® Trigger Warning: This episode may include topics such as assault, trauma, and discrimination. If necessary, listeners are encouraged to refrain from listening and care for their safety and well-being. Disclaimer: The content provided is for educational, informational, and entertainment purposes only. Nothing here constitutes personal or professional consultation, therapy, diagnosis, or creates a counselor-client relationship. Topics discussed may generate differing points of view. If you participate (by being a guest, submitting a question, or commenting) you must do so with the knowledge that we cannot control reactions or responses from others, which may not agree with you or feel unfair. Your participation on this site is at your own risk, accepting full responsibility for any liability or harm that may result. Anything you write here may be used for discussion or endorsement of the podcast. Opinions and views expressed by the host and guest hosts are personal views. Although, we take precautions and fact check, they should not be considered facts and the opinions may change. Opinions posted by participants (such as comments) are not those of the hosts. Readers should not rely on any information found here and should perform due diligence before taking any action. For a more extensive description of factors for you to consider, please see www.psychologyinseattle.com (By The Daily Telegraph. Copyright holders of the image of Madeleine at three are Kate and Gerry McCann. The age-progressed image was commissioned by Scotland Yard from forensic artist Teri Blythe for release to the public. Both images have been widely disseminated by the copyright holders, and have been the subject of significant commentary., Fair use, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?curid=39861556)

    1h 19m
  4. 7 Tips for Long Distance Relationships (2020 Rerun)

    5D AGO

    7 Tips for Long Distance Relationships (2020 Rerun)

    [Rerun] Dr. Kirk Honda discusses the scientific research on long distance relationships and provides 7 tips to improve chances of success. August 3, 2020 This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/join Become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/PsychologyInSeattle Email: https://www.psychologyinseattle.com/contact Website: https://www.psychologyinseattle.com Merch: https://psychologyinseattle-shop.fourthwall.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/psychologyinseattle/ Facebook Official Page: https://www.facebook.com/PsychologyInSeattle/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kirk.honda The Psychology In Seattle Podcast ® Trigger Warning: This episode may include topics such as assault, trauma, and discrimination. If necessary, listeners are encouraged to refrain from listening and care for their safety and well-being. Disclaimer: The content provided is for educational, informational, and entertainment purposes only. Nothing here constitutes personal or professional consultation, therapy, diagnosis, or creates a counselor-client relationship. Topics discussed may generate differing points of view. If you participate (by being a guest, submitting a question, or commenting) you must do so with the knowledge that we cannot control reactions or responses from others, which may not agree with you or feel unfair. Your participation on this site is at your own risk, accepting full responsibility for any liability or harm that may result. Anything you write here may be used for discussion or endorsement of the podcast. Opinions and views expressed by the host and guest hosts are personal views. Although, we take precautions and fact check, they should not be considered facts and the opinions may change. Opinions posted by participants (such as comments) are not those of the hosts. Readers should not rely on any information found here and should perform due diligence before taking any action. For a more extensive description of factors for you to consider, please see www.psychologyinseattle.com (By The Daily Telegraph. Copyright holders of the image of Madeleine at three are Kate and Gerry McCann. The age-progressed image was commissioned by Scotland Yard from forensic artist Teri Blythe for release to the public. Both images have been widely disseminated by the copyright holders, and have been the subject of significant commentary., Fair use, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?curid=39861556)

    50 min
  5. Nuremberg, Fascism, and Psychiatry

    6D AGO

    Nuremberg, Fascism, and Psychiatry

    Dr Kirk Honda interviews Jack El-Hai about his book, The Nazi and the Psychiatrist, which forms the basis for the newly released film Nuremberg, starring Russell Crowe. February 11, 2026 This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. 00:00 Introducing Jack El-Hai, "The Nazi and the Psychiatrist", & "Nuremberg" 07:21 What was the relationship between Göring and Kelley? 20:24 What did Jack think about the film casting? 22:07 The deaths of Göring and Kelley 26:45 Should more people read the book today? 33:46 Why did Kelley spiral? Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/join Become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/PsychologyInSeattle Email: https://www.psychologyinseattle.com/contact Website: https://www.psychologyinseattle.com Merch: https://psychologyinseattle-shop.fourthwall.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/psychologyinseattle/ Facebook Official Page: https://www.facebook.com/PsychologyInSeattle/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kirk.honda The Psychology In Seattle Podcast ® Trigger Warning: This episode may include topics such as assault, trauma, and discrimination. If necessary, listeners are encouraged to refrain from listening and care for their safety and well-being. Disclaimer: The content provided is for educational, informational, and entertainment purposes only. Nothing here constitutes personal or professional consultation, therapy, diagnosis, or creates a counselor-client relationship. Topics discussed may generate differing points of view. If you participate (by being a guest, submitting a question, or commenting) you must do so with the knowledge that we cannot control reactions or responses from others, which may not agree with you or feel unfair. Your participation on this site is at your own risk, accepting full responsibility for any liability or harm that may result. Anything you write here may be used for discussion or endorsement of the podcast. Opinions and views expressed by the host and guest hosts are personal views. Although, we take precautions and fact check, they should not be considered facts and the opinions may change. Opinions posted by participants (such as comments) are not those of the hosts. Readers should not rely on any information found here and should perform due diligence before taking any action. For a more extensive description of factors for you to consider, please see www.psychologyinseattle.com (By The Daily Telegraph. Copyright holders of the image of Madeleine at three are Kate and Gerry McCann. The age-progressed image was commissioned by Scotland Yard from forensic artist Teri Blythe for release to the public. Both images have been widely disseminated by the copyright holders, and have been the subject of significant commentary., Fair use, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?curid=39861556)

    42 min
  6. Scientific Matchmaking (2020 Rerun)

    FEB 10

    Scientific Matchmaking (2020 Rerun)

    [Rerun] Can we predict two people falling in love? Does online dating work? Does the TV show Married at First Sight use valid science? Dr. Kirk does a deep dive on the empirical research on scientific matchmaking. May 29, 2020 This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/join Become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/PsychologyInSeattle Email: https://www.psychologyinseattle.com/contact Website: https://www.psychologyinseattle.com Merch: https://psychologyinseattle-shop.fourthwall.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/psychologyinseattle/ Facebook Official Page: https://www.facebook.com/PsychologyInSeattle/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kirk.honda The Psychology In Seattle Podcast ® Trigger Warning: This episode may include topics such as assault, trauma, and discrimination. If necessary, listeners are encouraged to refrain from listening and care for their safety and well-being. Disclaimer: The content provided is for educational, informational, and entertainment purposes only. Nothing here constitutes personal or professional consultation, therapy, diagnosis, or creates a counselor-client relationship. Topics discussed may generate differing points of view. If you participate (by being a guest, submitting a question, or commenting) you must do so with the knowledge that we cannot control reactions or responses from others, which may not agree with you or feel unfair. Your participation on this site is at your own risk, accepting full responsibility for any liability or harm that may result. Anything you write here may be used for discussion or endorsement of the podcast. Opinions and views expressed by the host and guest hosts are personal views. Although, we take precautions and fact check, they should not be considered facts and the opinions may change. Opinions posted by participants (such as comments) are not those of the hosts. Readers should not rely on any information found here and should perform due diligence before taking any action. For a more extensive description of factors for you to consider, please see www.psychologyinseattle.com (By The Daily Telegraph. Copyright holders of the image of Madeleine at three are Kate and Gerry McCann. The age-progressed image was commissioned by Scotland Yard from forensic artist Teri Blythe for release to the public. Both images have been widely disseminated by the copyright holders, and have been the subject of significant commentary., Fair use, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?curid=39861556)

    1h 35m
  7. Body Image, Perfectionism, and Metaphors

    FEB 9

    Body Image, Perfectionism, and Metaphors

    Dr Kirk Honda answers patron emails and interviews Dr Mark Whittington about using metaphors in therapy. For more info on Dr Whittington go to: https://metaphoricaltherapy.com/about/dr-mark-whittington/ February 9, 2026 This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. 00:00 When should I be concerned about body image issues in my relationship?  29:29 How do you treat perfectionism?  45:57 Metaphor Therapy with Dr. Mark Whittington  1:13:47 Where else can Dr. Mark Whittington be found?  Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/join Become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/PsychologyInSeattle Email: https://www.psychologyinseattle.com/contact Website: https://www.psychologyinseattle.com Merch: https://psychologyinseattle-shop.fourthwall.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/psychologyinseattle/ Facebook Official Page: https://www.facebook.com/PsychologyInSeattle/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kirk.honda The Psychology In Seattle Podcast ® Trigger Warning: This episode may include topics such as assault, trauma, and discrimination. If necessary, listeners are encouraged to refrain from listening and care for their safety and well-being. Disclaimer: The content provided is for educational, informational, and entertainment purposes only. Nothing here constitutes personal or professional consultation, therapy, diagnosis, or creates a counselor-client relationship. Topics discussed may generate differing points of view. If you participate (by being a guest, submitting a question, or commenting) you must do so with the knowledge that we cannot control reactions or responses from others, which may not agree with you or feel unfair. Your participation on this site is at your own risk, accepting full responsibility for any liability or harm that may result. Anything you write here may be used for discussion or endorsement of the podcast. Opinions and views expressed by the host and guest hosts are personal views. Although, we take precautions and fact check, they should not be considered facts and the opinions may change. Opinions posted by participants (such as comments) are not those of the hosts. Readers should not rely on any information found here and should perform due diligence before taking any action. For a more extensive description of factors for you to consider, please see www.psychologyinseattle.com (By The Daily Telegraph. Copyright holders of the image of Madeleine at three are Kate and Gerry McCann. The age-progressed image was commissioned by Scotland Yard from forensic artist Teri Blythe for release to the public. Both images have been widely disseminated by the copyright holders, and have been the subject of significant commentary., Fair use, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?curid=39861556)

    1h 17m
  8. Limerence Deep Dive (Chapter 14 - Dr Tom Bellamy)

    FEB 6

    Limerence Deep Dive (Chapter 14 - Dr Tom Bellamy)

    Dr Kirk Honda interviews Dr Tom Bellamy about his book on limerence, Smitten: Romantic obsession, the neuroscience of limerence, and how to make love last. February 6, 2026 This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. 00:00 Introducing Dr. Tom Bellamy 21:38 What was Dr. Bellamy's experience with limerence? 44:46 What makes it different from falling in love? 1:01:12 How do we define, and refine, the pathology of limerence?  1:19:43 Where can I find Dr. Bellamy and his work? Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/join Become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/PsychologyInSeattle Email: https://www.psychologyinseattle.com/contact Website: https://www.psychologyinseattle.com Merch: https://psychologyinseattle-shop.fourthwall.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/psychologyinseattle/ Facebook Official Page: https://www.facebook.com/PsychologyInSeattle/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kirk.honda The Psychology In Seattle Podcast ® Trigger Warning: This episode may include topics such as assault, trauma, and discrimination. If necessary, listeners are encouraged to refrain from listening and care for their safety and well-being. Disclaimer: The content provided is for educational, informational, and entertainment purposes only. Nothing here constitutes personal or professional consultation, therapy, diagnosis, or creates a counselor-client relationship. Topics discussed may generate differing points of view. If you participate (by being a guest, submitting a question, or commenting) you must do so with the knowledge that we cannot control reactions or responses from others, which may not agree with you or feel unfair. Your participation on this site is at your own risk, accepting full responsibility for any liability or harm that may result. Anything you write here may be used for discussion or endorsement of the podcast. Opinions and views expressed by the host and guest hosts are personal views. Although, we take precautions and fact check, they should not be considered facts and the opinions may change. Opinions posted by participants (such as comments) are not those of the hosts. Readers should not rely on any information found here and should perform due diligence before taking any action. For a more extensive description of factors for you to consider, please see www.psychologyinseattle.com (By The Daily Telegraph. Copyright holders of the image of Madeleine at three are Kate and Gerry McCann. The age-progressed image was commissioned by Scotland Yard from forensic artist Teri Blythe for release to the public. Both images have been widely disseminated by the copyright holders, and have been the subject of significant commentary., Fair use, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?curid=39861556)

    1h 22m
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