Therapy Quest

Jarryd Vanzyl
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In this exploratory podcast, we attempt to provide psychological evaluations of fictional characters from video games, movies, books, etc. digging a little deeper into the characters that made us. Hosted by Jarryd Vanzyl (self proclaimed video game and pop-culture nerd) and his Co-host and sister, Sarina Vanzyl (licensed mental health counselor), they explore what makes these characters tick, by giving the listener descriptive clues that lend to the diagnoses, before revealing the characters name at the end of the episode. We invite you to join us in discovering who we are questing with today!

  1. Therapy Quest: Holiday Special 2022

    12/25/2022

    Therapy Quest: Holiday Special 2022

    Happy Holidays and a Healthy New Year! Therapy Quest is excited to be airing a holiday special, all about mental health and holiday traditions! We know the holiday season can be a challenging time for many people, so we wanted to create a space to have honest and open conversations about the realities of the holiday season and how to take care of ourselves and each other. Tune in to Therapy Quest Christmas day, to hear from our host and co-host, Jarryd and Sarina Vanzyl, on topics like managing holiday stress, coping with grief and loss, and finding joy and meaning in holiday traditions. Let's support each other and make this holiday season a little brighter! If you, as a listener, find parallels and value from our discussion, in regards to your own mental health, please be advised that we do not encourage the use of our diagnoses for your own needs, nor does it substitute for any professional mental health services. The topics and scenarios discussed may include mature content. Please refer to the episode's list of potential trigger warnings below, for details. POTENTIAL TRIGGER/CONTENT WARNING (include but were not limited to): Complex family dynamics, generational trauma, loss of a loved one, anxiety, depression, stress, body image, financial hardships If you are finding yourself in a vulnerable place in your life and discover that you may need someone to help you navigate your emotional landscape, we have provided a collection of resources you can explore. Selecting the link at the bottom of this description will take you to our resource document. Remember, you are not alone! Link to Mental Health resources page

    1h 15m
  2. EP20 - Season One Finale (A Retrospective)!

    10/04/2022

    EP20 - Season One Finale (A Retrospective)!

    Join Jarryd Vanzyl (video-game and pop culture nerd), and his sister, Sarina Vanzyl (licensed mental health counselor), as they reminisce and reflect on this past season of Therapy Quest! UNTIL NEXT QUEST! If you, as a listener, find parallels and value from our discussion, in regards to your own mental health, please be advised that we do not encourage the use of our diagnoses for your own needs, nor does it substitute for any professional mental health services. The topics and scenarios discussed may include mature content. Please refer to the episode's list of potential trigger warnings below, for details. POTENTIAL TRIGGER/CONTENT WARNING (include but were not limited to): Substance use, Various forms of trauma (verbal, emotional, physical), neglect, Loss of loved ones, grief, parental alienation, Family Dynamic, Sibling Order, Generational trauma, PTSD, Attachments, Anxiety, depression, Personality types, intro/extro/ambi, Personality Disorders, Body image, Gender Roles If you are finding yourself in a vulnerable place in your life and discover that you may need someone to help you navigate your emotional landscape, we have provided a collection of resources you can explore. Selecting the link at the bottom of this description will take you to our resource document. Remember, you are not alone! Link to Mental Health resources page

    1h 5m
  3. EP19 - Rubber Zombies and cake fights!

    09/26/2022

    EP19 - Rubber Zombies and cake fights!

    Join Jarryd Vanzyl (video-game and pop culture nerd), and his sister, Sarina Vanzyl (licensed mental health counselor), as they dive into another AI assisted story telling Side Quest! Thank you for joining our questing party, enjoy!

    40 min
  4. EP18 - Coffee in Paris, Roses, Sailboats...I want a perfume named after us!

    09/19/2022

    EP18 - Coffee in Paris, Roses, Sailboats...I want a perfume named after us!

    Join Jarryd Vanzyl (video-game and pop culture nerd), and his sister, Sarina Vanzyl (licensed mental health counselor), as they discuss this 90's bully! If you, as a listener, find parallels and value from our discussion, in regards to your own mental health, please be advised that we do not encourage the use of our diagnoses for your own needs, nor does it substitute for any professional mental health services. The topics and scenarios discussed may include mature content. Please refer to the episode's list of potential trigger warnings below, for details. POTENTIAL TRIGGER/CONTENT WARNING (include but were not limited to): Neglect, antisocial personality disorder, expectations and family dynamics, gender identity, trauma, alcoholism, obsession, bullying If you are finding yourself in a vulnerable place in your life and discover that you may need someone to help you navigate your emotional landscape, we have provided a collection of resources you can explore. Selecting the link at the bottom of this description will take you to our resource document. Remember, you are not alone! Link to Mental Health resources page

    1 hr
  5. EP17 - Is you is, or is you aint?

    09/12/2022

    EP17 - Is you is, or is you aint?

    Join Jarryd Vanzyl (video-game and pop culture nerd), and his sister, Sarina Vanzyl (licensed mental health counselor), as they discuss the psychology of philosophy, and vice versa, in this weeks Side Quest episode! If you, as a listener, find parallels and value from our discussion, in regards to your own mental health, please be advised that we do not encourage the use of our diagnoses for your own needs, nor does it substitute for any professional mental health services. The topics and scenarios discussed may include mature content. Please refer to the episode's list of potential trigger warnings below, for details. POTENTIAL TRIGGER/CONTENT WARNING (include but were not limited to): Procrastination, destination addiction, psychology, philosophy, nature vs nurture, trauma, existentialism, mortality  If you are finding yourself in a vulnerable place in your life and discover that you may need someone to help you navigate your emotional landscape, we have provided a collection of resources you can explore. Selecting the link at the bottom of this description will take you to our resource document. Remember, you are not alone! Link to Mental Health resources page

    59 min
  6. EP16 - You know, I guess one person can make a difference!

    09/05/2022

    EP16 - You know, I guess one person can make a difference!

    Join Jarryd Vanzyl (video-game and pop culture nerd), and his sister, Sarina Vanzyl (licensed mental health counselor), as they discuss the marvelous contributions to pop culture this character has had! If you, as a listener, find parallels and value from our discussion, in regards to your own mental health, please be advised that we do not encourage the use of our diagnoses for your own needs, nor does it substitute for any professional mental health services. The topics and scenarios discussed may include mature content. Please refer to the episode's list of potential trigger warnings below, for details. POTENTIAL TRIGGER/CONTENT WARNING (include but were not limited to): Stress, anxiety, financial hardships and family dynamics, politics, race, gender identity If you are finding yourself in a vulnerable place in your life and discover that you may need someone to help you navigate your emotional landscape, we have provided a collection of resources you can explore. Selecting the link at the bottom of this description will take you to our resource document. Remember, you are not alone! Link to Mental Health resources page

    56 min
  7. EP15 - It's like looking for a needle in a hayride!

    08/29/2022

    EP15 - It's like looking for a needle in a hayride!

    Join Jarryd Vanzyl (video-game and pop culture nerd), and his sister, Sarina Vanzyl (licensed mental health counselor), as they explore the meanings behind various idioms in this weeks Side Quest episode! Thank you for joining our questing party, enjoy

    46 min
  8. EP14.2 - Talking about some Strange Things!

    08/22/2022

    EP14.2 - Talking about some Strange Things!

    Join Jarryd Vanzyl (video-game and pop culture nerd), and his sister, Sarina Vanzyl (licensed mental health counselor), as they chat about some Strange Things from a show exclusively seen on Netflix! This is the second part of a two part episode. SPOILER WARNINGS  If you, as a listener, find parallels and value from our discussion, in regards to your own mental health, please be advised that we do not encourage the use of our diagnoses for your own needs, nor does it substitute for any professional mental health services. The topics and scenarios discussed may include mature content. Please refer to the episode's list of potential trigger warnings below, for details. POTENTIAL TRIGGER/CONTENT WARNING (include but were not limited to): Trauma, child abuse (emotional, verbal, physical), anxiety, PTSD, manipulation, kidnapping, stress, drug use, conspiracy theories If you are finding yourself in a vulnerable place in your life and discover that you may need someone to help you navigate your emotional landscape, we have provided a collection of resources you can explore. Selecting the link at the bottom of this description will take you to our resource document. Remember, you are not alone! Link to Mental Health resources page

    54 min
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In this exploratory podcast, we attempt to provide psychological evaluations of fictional characters from video games, movies, books, etc. digging a little deeper into the characters that made us. Hosted by Jarryd Vanzyl (self proclaimed video game and pop-culture nerd) and his Co-host and sister, Sarina Vanzyl (licensed mental health counselor), they explore what makes these characters tick, by giving the listener descriptive clues that lend to the diagnoses, before revealing the characters name at the end of the episode. We invite you to join us in discovering who we are questing with today!

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  • Creator
    Jarryd Vanzyl
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    23
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Jarryd Vanzyl
  • Show Website
    Therapy Quest