Cosmere Counseling

About Cosmere Counseling

Cosmere Counseling is a podcast exploring therapeutic lessons we can glean from the work of our favorite author, Brandon Sanderson. Join Danielle, Joseph, and Garrett - licensed behavioral and mental health professionals - on a journey of learning from the stories and characters within the Cosmere.

Publisher

Fantasy Frameworks Therapy

Category

science

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

8 Dec 2024

Latest episode

2 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

11 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   2 Oct 2026

   Episode 10 - Wandersail Reaction

   In this episode, we reacted to Wandersail from the Hoid Storybook Collection. We discussed social psychology and the danger of blameshifting, groupthink, and perfectionism. #brandonsanderson #cosmere #socialpsychology References: Wandersail - Sanderson Storytime: https://youtu.be/v8A4WFvxBMU?si=2Mi_ObzfzPZlN_mW Follow us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61570478087208) for episode updates and community engagement; or email us at fantasyframeworkstherapy@gmail.com Thumbnail Art by Kryogenic Designs: linktr.ee/kryogenicdesigns?utm_source=linktree_admin_share Disclaimers - This episode includes spoilers from This is a fan-created podcast commenting on content fully belonging to Brandon Sanderson and Dragonsteel.  This podcast is unofficial, the creators have no affiliation with Dragonsteel and are sharing their comments according to Dragonsteel’s fanart policy and under fair use laws for comment and nonprofit education.  References to other content is similarly limited to fair use for comment and nonprofit education. The opinions and relations made in this fan podcast are solely those of the speakers based on their own training, theoretical orientation, and experience as therapists and on their personal life history and experience as fans of the Cosmere.  They do not reflect opinions or intentions of their profession/science as a whole or of Brandon Sanderson or his characters. This podcast is meant to provide education about general therapeutic and scientific principles, it is not meant to function as, or replace, a professional therapy service.  The speakers cannot promise information presented will be directly applicable to any given situation, will not be offering advice on individual situations through Q&As, and recommend listeners contact their local providers for individualized therapeutic services.

2. 

   16 Sept 2026

   Episode 9 - "The Girl Who Looked Up" Reaction

   In this episode, we shared our reactions and initial thoughts on The Girl Who Looked Up from the Hoid Storybook Collection. We discussed metaphors and principles of critical thinking, both within ourselves and fostering it in our homes and communities. #brandonsanderson #cosmere #stormlight #parenting #familysystemstheory References: The Girl Who Looked Up - Sanderson Storytime: https://youtu.be/kk9z4wvihLA?si=WVZs-7P4FebsEroC Follow us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61570478087208) for episode updates and community engagement; or email us at fantasyframeworkstherapy@gmail.com Thumbnail Art by Kryogenic Designs: linktr.ee/kryogenicdesigns?utm_source=linktree_admin_share Disclaimers - This episode includes spoilers from "The Girl Who Looked Up" This is a fan-created podcast commenting on content fully belonging to Brandon Sanderson and Dragonsteel.  This podcast is unofficial, the creators have no affiliation with Dragonsteel and are sharing their comments according to Dragonsteel’s fanart policy and under fair use laws for comment and nonprofit education.  References to other content is similarly limited to fair use for comment and nonprofit education. The opinions and relations made in this fan podcast are solely those of the speakers based on their own training, theoretical orientation, and experience as therapists and on their personal life history and experience as fans of the Cosmere.  They do not reflect opinions or intentions of their profession/science as a whole or of Brandon Sanderson or his characters. This podcast is meant to provide education about general therapeutic and scientific principles, it is not meant to function as, or replace, a professional therapy service.  The speakers cannot promise information presented will be directly applicable to any given situation, will not be offering advice on individual situations through Q&As, and recommend listeners contact their local providers for individualized therapeutic services.

3. 

   7 May 2026

   Episode 8 - Isles of Emberdark Reaction Part 2

   In this episode, we discussed principles of leadership and teamwork we can learn from Starling and her crew. #brandonsanderson #cosmere #leadership #teamwork Follow us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61570478087208) for episode updates and community engagement; or email us at fantasyframeworkstherapy@gmail.com Thumbnail Art by Kryogenic Designs: linktr.ee/kryogenicdesigns?utm_source=linktree_admin_share Disclaimers - This episode includes spoilers from Isles of Emberdark This is a fan-created podcast commenting on content fully belonging to Brandon Sanderson and Dragonsteel.  This podcast is unofficial, the creators have no affiliation with Dragonsteel and are sharing their comments according to Dragonsteel’s fanart policy and under fair use laws for comment and nonprofit education.  References to other content is similarly limited to fair use for comment and nonprofit education. The opinions and relations made in this fan podcast are solely those of the speakers based on their own training, theoretical orientation, and experience as therapists and on their personal life history and experience as fans of the Cosmere.  They do not reflect opinions or intentions of their profession/science as a whole or of Brandon Sanderson or his characters. This podcast is meant to provide education about general therapeutic and scientific principles, it is not meant to function as, or replace, a professional therapy service.  The speakers cannot promise information presented will be directly applicable to any given situation, will not be offering advice on individual situations through Q&As, and recommend listeners contact their local providers for individualized therapeutic services.

4. 

   6 Apr 2026

   Episode 7: Isles of Emberdark Reaction Part 1

   In this episode, we explore what we can learn from Dusk's arc in Isles of Emberdark about being resilient and flexible amid anxieties and a changing world. #brandonsanderson #cosmere #narrativetherapy #acceptanceandcommitmenttherapy Follow us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61570478087208) for episode updates and community engagement; or email us at fantasyframeworkstherapy@gmail.com Thumbnail Art by Kryogenic Designs: linktr.ee/kryogenicdesigns?utm_source=linktree_admin_share Disclaimers - This episode includes spoilers from Isles of Emberdark This is a fan-created podcast commenting on content fully belonging to Brandon Sanderson and Dragonsteel.  This podcast is unofficial, the creators have no affiliation with Dragonsteel and are sharing their comments according to Dragonsteel’s fanart policy and under fair use laws for comment and nonprofit education.  References to other content is similarly limited to fair use for comment and nonprofit education. The opinions and relations made in this fan podcast are solely those of the speakers based on their own training, theoretical orientation, and experience as therapists and on their personal life history and experience as fans of the Cosmere.  They do not reflect opinions or intentions of their profession/science as a whole or of Brandon Sanderson or his characters. This podcast is meant to provide education about general therapeutic and scientific principles, it is not meant to function as, or replace, a professional therapy service.  The speakers cannot promise information presented will be directly applicable to any given situation, will not be offering advice on individual situations through Q&As, and recommend listeners contact their local providers for individualized therapeutic services.

5. 

   27 Dec 2025

   Episode 6 - Maintaining Purpose with Kaladin

   In this episode, we learn from Kaladin's example on how to do job crafting or life crafting, which helps us find and maintain purpose amidst tough situations and transitions in life. We explore the 3 aspects of job/life crafting using metaphors from the 3 realms in the Cosmere. #brandonsanderson #cosmere #stormlight #jobcrafting #lifecrafting Follow us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61570478087208) for episode updates and community engagement; or email us at fantasyframeworkstherapy@gmail.com References: Thumbnail Artist: linktr.ee/kryogenicdesigns?utm_source=linktree_admin_share Wrzesniewski, A., & Dutton, J. E. (2001). Filling the P-word: Filling the professional's work by job crafting (https://www.google.com/search?client=ms-android-tmus-us-rvc3&sca_esv=0fe9578549ba645d&cs=1&sxsrf=AE3TifPPFHAha8J_AJdJ1iLJUfkM0_8p4w%3A1758096784313&q=Filling+the+P-word%3A+Filling+the+professional%27s+work+by+job+crafting&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwi8i5byrN-PAxXmn68BHf34C-cQxccNegQIAxAB&mstk=AUtExfB0xzr_xBGysI5jMauSQ4N8zBpFUHFcBEMiF76kqIUslzzUUKmSSbNGKiR5b5NOZjF2nPRNyKOIcnwutibXHJTtsFZeFFe6RVg_aZsH9VVIwTggHMCwRvH-EqoceE2a-_T0sbaNV1UiRC79XCdQQUkvmX0shlTcryZlTCId0jQThvx_oyEh2eo2jV4y4Wv-KP7C_zzTnW_29jbukVxSSZ4SRSGQGpRYT2Y8QnwLKnQ04Z3APOnIIOHGlNyFl8qBGUxLDtch_N7SBboIuWAb3thl&csui=3). Administrative Science Quarterly, 46(2), 179-204. Administrative Science Quarterly. Disclaimers - This episode includes spoilers from The Stormlight Archive books 1-5 and words of Brandon. This is a fan-created podcast commenting on content fully belonging to Brandon Sanderson and Dragonsteel. This podcast is unofficial, the creators have no affiliation with Dragonsteel and are sharing their comments according to Dragonsteel’s fanart policy and under fair use laws for comment and nonprofit education. References to other content is similarly limited to fair use for comment and nonprofit education. The opinions and relations made in this fan podcast are solely those of the speakers based on their own training, theoretical orientation, and experience as therapists and on their personal life history and experience as fans of the Cosmere. They do not reflect opinions or intentions of their profession/science as a whole or of Brandon Sanderson or his characters. This podcast is meant to provide education about general therapeutic and scientific principles, it is not meant to function as, or replace, a professional therapy service. The speakers cannot promise information presented will be directly applicable to any given situation, will not be offering advice on individual situations through Q&As, and recommend listeners contact their local providers for individualized therapeutic services.

6. 

   12 Sept 2025

   Episode 5 - Building Brotherhood with Bridge Four

   In this episode, we are going to take a look into what makes Bridge Four such an awesome band of brothers, what we can learn from Kal and Teft’s relationship, and a few reasons why Moash sucks. Come join us to learn the relationship lessons from Bridge Four that can enhance our own. #brandonsanderson #cosmere #stormlight #bridgefour #positivepsychology References: Allen, K. A., Kern, M. L., Rozek, C. S., McInerney, D. M., & Slavich, G. M. (2021). Belonging: a review of conceptual issues, an integrative framework, and directions for future research. Australian Journal of Psychology, 73(1), 87–102. https://doi.org/10.1080/00049530.2021.1883409 (https://doi.org/10.1080/00049530.2021.1883409) Follow us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61570478087208) for episode updates and community engagement; or email us at fantasyframeworkstherapy@gmail.com Thumbnail Art by Kryogenic Designs: linktr.ee/kryogenicdesigns?utm_source=linktree_admin_share Disclaimers - This episode includes spoilers from The Stormlight Archive books 1-4, Stormlight novellas, and WOBs by Brandon Sanderson. This is a fan-created podcast commenting on content fully belonging to Brandon Sanderson and Dragonsteel.  This podcast is unofficial, the creators have no affiliation with Dragonsteel and are sharing their comments according to Dragonsteel’s fanart policy and under fair use laws for comment and nonprofit education.  References to other content is similarly limited to fair use for comment and nonprofit education. The opinions and relations made in this fan podcast are solely those of the speakers based on their own training, theoretical orientation, and experience as therapists and on their personal life history and experience as fans of the Cosmere.  They do not reflect opinions or intentions of their profession/science as a whole or of Brandon Sanderson or his characters. This podcast is meant to provide education about general therapeutic and scientific principles, it is not meant to function as, or replace, a professional therapy service.  The speakers cannot promise information presented will be directly applicable to any given situation, will not be offering advice on individual situations through Q&As, and recommend listeners contact their local providers for individualized therapeutic services.

7. 

   15 Jul 2025

   Episode 4 - Creating Relationship Unity with Stormlight Couples

   In this episode, we are taking a look at what we can learn from 3 couples from the Stormlight Archive on creating unity in relationships through principles from the Gottman couples therapy lens. Explore what practical relationship skills we can learn from Dalinar & Evi, Adolin & Shallan, and a mystery couple. #brandonsanderson #cosmere #stormlightarchive #gottmancouplestherapy References: Gottman Sound Relationship House: https://www.gottman.com/blog/what-is-the-sound-relationship-house/ Gottman Card Deck App: https://www.gottman.com/couples/apps/ Follow us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61570478087208) for episode updates and community engagement; or email us at fantasyframeworkstherapy@gmail.com Art by Kryogenic Designs (linktr.ee/kryogenicdesigns?utm_source=linktree_admin_share) Disclaimers - This episode includes spoilers from The Stormlight Archive books 1-4, Stormlight novellas, and WOBs by Brandon Sanderson. This is a fan-created podcast commenting on content fully belonging to Brandon Sanderson and Dragonsteel.  This podcast is unofficial, the creators have no affiliation with Dragonsteel and are sharing their comments according to Dragonsteel’s fanart policy and under fair use laws for comment and nonprofit education.  References to other content is similarly limited to fair use for comment and nonprofit education. The opinions and relations made in this fan podcast are solely those of the speakers based on their own training, theoretical orientation, and experience as therapists and on their personal life history and experience as fans of the Cosmere.  They do not reflect opinions or intentions of their profession/science as a whole or of Brandon Sanderson or his characters. This podcast is meant to provide education about general therapeutic and scientific principles, it is not meant to function as, or replace, a professional therapy service.  The speakers cannot promise information presented will be directly applicable to any given situation, will not be offering advice on individual situations through Q&As, and recommend listeners contact their local providers for individualized therapeutic services.

8. 

   17 Feb 2025

   Episode 3 - Becoming a New Person with Dalinar

   In this episode, we look at what we can learn from Dalinar's experience in making meaningful changes by challenging his beliefs and habits. Learn new ways to break free from feeling stuck and going through the motions, and refocus on what matters most. Follow us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61570478087208) for episode updates and community engagement; or email us at fantasyframeworkstherapy@gmail.com References:The Button Pressing Study: Hayes, S.C., Brownstein, A.J., Zettle, R.D., Rosenfarb, I. and Korn, Z. (1986), RULE-GOVERNED BEHAVIOR AND SENSITIVITY TO CHANGING CONSEQUENCES OF RESPONDING. Journal of Experimental Analysis of Behavior Disclaimers - This episode includes spoilers from The Stormlight Archive books 1-4, Stormlight novellas, and WOBs by Brandon Sanderson. This is a fan-created podcast commenting on content fully belonging to Brandon Sanderson and Dragonsteel. This podcast is unofficial, the creators have no affiliation with Dragonsteel and are sharing their comments according to Dragonsteel’s fanart policy and under fair use laws for comment and nonprofit education. References to other content is similarly limited to fair use for comment and nonprofit education. The opinions and relations made in this fan podcast are solely those of the speakers based on their own training, theoretical orientation, and experience as therapists and on their personal life history and experience as fans of the Cosmere. They do not reflect opinions or intentions of their profession/science as a whole or of Brandon Sanderson or his characters. This podcast is meant to provide education about general therapeutic and scientific principles, it is not meant to function as, or replace, a professional therapy service. The speakers cannot promise information presented will be directly applicable to any given situation, will not be offering advice on individual situations through Q&As, and recommend listeners contact their local providers for individualized therapeutic services.

9. 

   28 Jan 2025

   Episode 3 - Challenging the Status Quo with Dalinar

   In this episode, we look at what we can learn from Dalinar's experience in making meaningful changes by challenging his cultural beliefs and habits. Follow us on Facebook for episode updates and community engagement; or email us at fantasyframeworkstherapy@gmail.com Disclaimers - This episode includes spoilers from The Stormlight Archive books 1-4, Stormlight novellas, and WOBs by Brandon Sanderson. This is a fan-created podcast commenting on content fully belonging to Brandon Sanderson and Dragonsteel. This podcast is unofficial, the creators have no affiliation with Dragonsteel and are sharing their comments according to Dragonsteel’s fanart policy and under fair use laws for comment and nonprofit education. References to other content is similarly limited to fair use for comment and nonprofit education. The opinions and relations made in this fan podcast are solely those of the speakers based on their own training, theoretical orientation, and experience as therapists and on their personal life history and experience as fans of the Cosmere. They do not reflect opinions or intentions of their profession/science as a whole or of Brandon Sanderson or his characters. This podcast is meant to provide education about general therapeutic and scientific principles, it is not meant to function as, or replace, a professional therapy service. The speakers cannot promise information presented will be directly applicable to any given situation, will not be offering advice on individual situations through Q&As, and recommend listeners contact their local providers for individualized therapeutic services.

10. 

    8 Dec 2024

    Episode 2 - A Journey of Oaths and Values

    Cosmere Counseling hosts explore the Knights Radiant's first ideal through Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, guiding listeners to live a value-driven life like Dalinar, Kaladin, and Moash.

11. 

    8 Dec 2024

    Episode 1 - Introduction to Cosmere Counseling

    Cosmere Counseling hosts Dr. Emma Taylor & Dr. Ryan Taylor explore how their experience as therapists and Cosmere fans informs their approach to mental wellness, revealing actionable insights from the Stormlight Archive.

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Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

1 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

2 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 24 / 100

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YouTube

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