Reel Therapy Gone Wrong

About Reel Therapy Gone Wrong

Welcome to 'Reel Therapy Gone Wrong,' the podcast where we dissect the portrayal of therapy in movies and TV shows. Join us as we explore the highs and lows, the accurate and the cringe-worthy, in the world of on-screen therapy. From dramatic breakthroughs to laughable misconceptions, we unravel the tangled web of mental health representation in the entertainment industry. Grab a seat on the cinematic couch, where reel meets real, and let's dive into the therapist's chair together. This show does not constitute a therapeutic relationship.

Publisher

Reel Therapy Gone Wrong

Category

tv & film

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

24 Feb 2024

Latest episode

12 Dec 2024

Latest episodes

19 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   12 Dec 2024

   Episode 18: Bad Moms Christmas

   Actress Mila Kunis and comedians Kristen Bell and Kathryn Hahn explore the pressures of holiday motherhood and the complexities of family relationships in the hit movie Bad Moms Christmas.

2. 

   28 Nov 2024

   Episode 17: The Menendez Brothers - Part 2

   If you listened to Part 1 of The Menendez Brothers, we can’t wait for you to hear Part 2 in this episode! For this series, we will be referring to the documentary “The Menendez Brothers,” and the docudrama “Monsters,” both of which can be viewed on Netflix. What you can expect from this two-part series is not only information about the case, but expert opinion, insight, and education around how childhood abuse impacts a person’s mental wellbeing, in addition to what confidentiality looks like in the mental health space when it is being conducted ethically. As you will learn, there were many ethical violations from the psychologist involved in this case. We hope you learn something new in addition to what the documentary/show already depicts, and we would love to hear your feedback! Please like, subscribe, review, and leave us a comment!

3. 

   14 Nov 2024

   Episode 16: The Menendez Brothers - Part 1

   For this episode, we will be referring to the documentary “The Menendez Brothers,” and the docudrama “Monsters,” both of which can be viewed on Netflix. Because there is so much to cover regarding this case, we decided to make the topic of The Menendez Brothers a two-part series, with part two coming out on November 28th. What you can expect from this two-part series is not only information about the case, but expert opinion, insight, and education around how childhood abuse impacts a person’s mental wellbeing, in addition to what confidentiality looks like in the mental health space when it is being conducted ethically. As you will learn, there were many ethical violations from the psychologist involved in this case. We hope you learn something new in addition to what the documentary/show already depicts, and we would love to hear your feedback! Please like, subscribe, review, and leave us a comment!

4. 

   31 Oct 2024

   Episode 15: South Park

   Here we cover the show "South Park," Season 14 Episode 1 titled "Sexual Healing." In this episode, Kenny, Kyle & Butters and diagnosed with Sex Addiction. We also see celebrities such as Tiger Woods who have had their sexual scandals exposed to the public eye. We chose this episode in order to cover the topic of Sex Addiction. Sex Addiction is not an official diagnosis, and as two Sex Therapists, we do not work from an addiction model and we explain why as we discuss the show. We hope you learned something new from our episode, and please let us know what you'd like to hear in the future!

5. 

   3 Oct 2024

   Episode 14: Shrinking

   In today’s episode, we cover the Apple TV show “Shrinking,” which follows a grieving therapist, Jimmy, who starts to break the rules and tell his clients exactly what he thinks. Ignoring his training and ethics, he finds himself making huge, tumultuous changes to people’s lives, including his own. We discuss what is clearly unethical in Jimmy’s approach, as well as the dynamic he has between his coworkers, friends, and daughter. Tune is as we reflect on the comedy of the show, as well as the therapy that is portrayed! Let us know what else you’d like us to cover in future episodes.

6. 

   19 Sept 2024

   Episode 13: Girl, Interrupted

   In this episode, Lyndsey & Brandie cover the movie “Girl, Interrupted,” a 1999 American biographical psychological drama film written and directed by James Mangold, and based on the 1993 memoir of the same name by Susanna Kaysen. Starring Winona Ryder, Angelina Jolie, Clea DuVall, Brittany Murphy, Elisabeth Moss, Jared Leto, Angela Bettis, Jeffrey Tambor, Vanessa Redgrave, and Whoopi Goldberg, the film follows a young woman who spends 18 months institutionalized at a psychiatric hospital following a suicide attempt. Here we provide our insights into not only the therapists in the movie, but the inaccurate depiction of certain mental illness that is portrayed in the movie & the harm that can be created by inpatient facilities as well as the lack of autonomy that clients face. The acting is incredible, we think the overall message is important, but we enjoyed getting the opportunity to give you some real-life insights that the movie missed! Please let us know what you thought of this film, our interpretation, and what you’d like to see next!

7. 

   5 Sept 2024

   Episode 12: Dr. Phil

   Tune in as Lyndsey & Brandie discuss the Dr. Phil episode from September 14, 2016, covering the life of Danielle Bregoli, better known as Bhad Bhabie. Not only do we discuss Dr. Phil’s approach, the problematic family dynamic between Danielle, her mother, and grandmother, but we also talk about the many issues of abuse in the “Troubled Teen” industry. We do not support Dr. Phil or his show, but chose this episode to shine light on the issues we see with live TV “therapy,” in addition to the harm that teenagers can experience. Please let us know what you thought of this episode, and what you’d like us to cover next!

8. 

   25 Jul 2024

   Episode 11: Ted Lasso

   Today we are discussing “Ted Lasso,” Season 2, Episode 1 titled “Goodbye Earl.” Ted Lasso holds a special place in our hearts, so we are excited to dive into the team & personal dynamics, as well as the mental health aspect of this episode. Here, we see the character Dani Rojas (Cristo Fernandez) with a case of the yips greatly impacting his performance on the field. In order to help get him back into shape, the team brings in a Sports Psychologist named Dr. Sharon Fieldstone (Sarah Niles). Tune is as we discuss her role and performance as a sports psychologist, as well as how they can help players in real life. Let us know what you think, and what you’d like us to cover next!

9. 

   12 Jul 2024

   Episode 10: Scrubs

   In today’s episode, Lyndsey and Brandie cover an episode of Scrubs (Season 5, Episode 13 titled “My Five Stages”). In this episode, grief counseling is offered to Mrs. Wilk, whose condition has worsened considerably. As she comes to accept her fate with help from a quirky grief counselor, J.D. and Dr. Cox surprisingly turn to each other for support as they face losing their favorite patient. From a therapist perspective, we cover various aspects of grief and how it’s non-linear, and can look differently for each individual person who may be grieving. Whether you have experienced a new or old loss, we hope you find this episode and our insight to be relatable and informational! Please comment your thoughts on this episode, and let us know what you’d like to hear in the future! Resources from this episode: Dual Process Model of Grief: https://www.flourishmindfully.com.au/blog/neimeyers-model-of-grief-and-dual-process-model-of-grief#:~:text=This%20model%20recognises%20that%20grief,(Restoration%2DOriented%20Stressors) (https://www.flourishmindfully.com.au/blog/neimeyers-model-of-grief-and-dual-process-model-of-grief#:~:text=This%20model%20recognises%20that%20grief,(Restoration%2DOriented%20Stressors)). Ball of Grief: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ugPOAeQJQHE (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ugPOAeQJQHE)

10. 

    27 Jun 2024

    Episode 9: One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest

    For Episode 9, we discuss the movie "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest,” a powerful film depicting life inside a psychiatric hospital where the rebellious Randle McMurphy (played by Jack Nicholson) disrupts the strict routine imposed by Nurse Ratched (played by Louise Fletcher). In this episode, we explore the films’ themes of individuality, authority, and the human spirit's struggle against institutional control. As usual, we discuss the characters mental health and the professional treatment they receive. We provide our opinion on the not-so-ethical & outdated treatment that is depicted in the movie, and how things would be addressed in current times. We truly enjoyed this movie, and we hope you did, too! Please comment below and let us know what future shows/movies you’d like for us to cover!

11. 

    13 Jun 2024

    Episode 8: Couple to Throuple

    Listen in as Lyndsey & Brandie discuss the show "Couple to Throuple; " a reality series exploring the dynamics of non-traditional relationships. In this show, couples are given the opportunity to invite a third person into their relationship, forming a "throuple." Viewers witness the journey of these courageous couples as they navigate the complexities of love, trust, and communication in unconventional partnerships. In this episode, we cover Season 1, Episode 3 titled “Jealousy.” We discuss what the couples experience, the therapy provided by Shamyra Howard LCSW, CST, as well as the many different type of structures that can come with Ethical Non-Monogamy and how we navigate this with various relationships in our own private practices. Let us know what you think, and what you’d like to hear for future episodes!

12. 

    30 May 2024

    Episode 7: Lucifer

    Tune in as we cover the therapeutic relationship depicted in the show "Lucifer;" a TV series that follows Lucifer Morningstar, the Devil, who becomes bored with his life in Hell and decides to retire to Los Angeles. The episode we cover is from Season 1, Episode 6, titled “Favorite Son.” Not only do we describe our opinion of Lucifer’s therapist, Linda Martin, but we also give detail to our personal experience as sex therapist and the most surprising things we see in our daily practices. Below is a link to Betty Martin’s “Wheel of Consent” book which is mentioned in this episode. Comment below to let us know what you think, and what show or movie you’d like us to cover in the future! Book link: https://a.co/d/4gDJOzb (https://a.co/d/4gDJOzb) AASECT: https://www.aasect.org (https://www.aasect.org/) Brandie’s website: https://sellerscounseling.com (https://sellerscounseling.com/) Lyndsey’s website: https://relationshipmatterstx.com (https://relationshipmatterstx.com/)

13. 

    16 May 2024

    Episode 6: Sex Education

    Listen in as we discussed the Netflix hit show, “Sex Education” (Season 2, Episode 2). In this episode, Otis is trying to navigate his relationship with Ola and seeks to improve his sexual skills. Meanwhile, his mother, Jean, creates an awkward situation by making an unplanned appearance at his school. Maeve faces her own challenges as she contemplates her future and deals with personal issues. The episode also highlights the school's struggle with a chlamydia outbreak, putting pressure on students to address their sexual health responsibly. As two sex therapists, this was such a fun episode for us to watch and dissect. We can both agree that Sex Education does a great job at giving accurate information and advice. Our biggest takeaway is to tune in with your partner as opposed to trying to find one “right” way to engage in sex. Check it out and let us know what you’d like to hear next!

14. 

    2 May 2024

    Episode 5: Analyze This

    Tune in as Lyndsey & Brandie discuss the movie “Analyze this,” a comedy film directed by Harold Ramis, released in 1999. It stars Robert De Niro as a powerful mob boss who unexpectedly seeks therapy from a neurotic psychiatrist played by Billy Crystal. The movie hilariously explores the clash between the criminal underworld and the world of psychotherapy, as the mobster struggles to balance his criminal activities with his newfound emotional vulnerability. With a mix of humor and heart, "Analyze This" delves into themes of identity, power, and the human psyche, all wrapped up in a comedic package. We explore the relationship between Paul Vitti (Robert De Niro) and Dr. Ben Sobel (Billy Crystal), and analyze the quality and ethics behind the therapy you see on screen. Let us know what you think, as well as any other movie you’d like us to cover! Links/Resources from this Episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ologies-with-alie-ward/id1278815517?i=1000592247896 (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ologies-with-alie-ward/id1278815517?i=1000592247896) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-shrink-next-door/id1459899275 (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-shrink-next-door/id1459899275) https://youtu.be/rjuMBNNSGSo?si=NcA2o0_3IAPGFQAa (https://youtu.be/rjuMBNNSGSo?si=NcA2o0_3IAPGFQAa)

15. 

    18 Apr 2024

    Episode 4: The Prince of Tides

    Episode 4 covers "The Prince of Tides;” a compelling drama based on Pat Conroy's novel, directed by and starring Barbra Streisand. Nick Nolte delivers a powerful performance as Tom Wingo, a troubled man who opens up to his sister's psychiatrist Dr. Susan Lowenstein, played by Streisand, about their dysfunctional family. As the story unfolds, secrets are revealed, and emotional wounds are exposed, leading to profound moments of healing and understanding. Brandie & Lyndsey tackle the nuance and complexity that comes with the relationship between Tom & Dr. Lowenstein, both personally and therapeutically. We also discuss how childhood trauma impacts relationships and connections in the future, as well as the cathartic benefit that comes from sharing your stories of the past. Please leave us a comment to let us know what you think of this episode, and what you’d like to hear next!

16. 

    4 Apr 2024

    Episode 3: Grey's Anatomy

    In this episode, we discuss the portrayal of sex therapy in an episode of Grey’s Anatomy (Season 17, Episode 3, titled "My Happy Ending,” which can be viewed on Hulu). We delve into the definition of what sex therapy is and is not, as well as the nuance of what client’s experience when they become a sex therapy client. We also discuss women’s health care, how Covid was portrayed in this episode, and the very real mental health implications that our society has experienced since the start of the pandemic. This is an episode you won’t want to miss! Below are the links to episode resources: https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2023/03/02/mental-health-and-the-pandemic-what-u-s-surveys-have-found/ (https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2023/03/02/mental-health-and-the-pandemic-what-u-s-surveys-have-found/) https://www.therapyden.com/ (https://www.therapyden.com/) https://www.seculartherapy.org/ (https://www.seculartherapy.org/) https://www.aasect.org/referral-directory (https://www.aasect.org/referral-directory) https://openpathcollective.org (https://openpathcollective.org/) https://www.kapprofessionals.org (https://www.kapprofessionals.org/) www.sellerscounseling.com (http://www.sellerscounseling.com/) www.relationshipmatterstx.com (http://www.relationshipmatterstx.com/)

17. 

    21 Mar 2024

    Episode 2: Law & Order: Special Victims Unit

    Join us as we dissect the portrayal of therapy in a recent episode of Law & Order: SVU (Season 25, Episode 4, titled "Duty to Report"). We delve into the nuances of EMDR as a trauma treatment, exploring the therapist-client dynamics and the effectiveness of therapeutic techniques depicted. We also discuss Captain Olivia Benson being extremely trauma informed, as well as the reality of what sexual consent is and is not. Don't miss this insightful exploration of mental health, trauma, and education around consent. Consent is as simple as tea video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oQbei5JGiT8 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oQbei5JGiT8) C is for Consent book: https://a.co/d/0vXA7vh

18. 

    7 Mar 2024

    Episode 1: The Sopranos

    In this episode, we cover The Sopranos: Season 3, Episode 4 titled "Employee of the Month." Here we discuss Dr. Melfi, who is Tony Soprano's psychiatrist and therapist, who surprisingly is in several episodes of The Sopranos throughout the series. We discuss the good, the bad, and the questionable of her therapeutic approach and skills. What do you think - did two therapists analysis of a TV therapist get it right? Let us know in the comments!

19. 

    24 Feb 2024

    INTRODUCTION to Reel Therapy Gone Wrong

    Welcome to 'Reel Therapy Gone Wrong,' the podcast where we dissect the portrayal of therapy in movies and TV shows. Join us as we explore the highs and lows, the accurate and the cringe-worthy, in the world of on-screen therapy. From dramatic breakthroughs to laughable misconceptions, we unravel the tangled web of mental health representation in the entertainment industry. Grab a seat on the cinematic couch, where film reel meets real, and let's dive into the therapist's chair together. We are 2 sex therapists - Lyndsey Murray and Brandie Sellers - who have come together to give our opinions about therapy and media. Our first episode will be released on March 7th, 2024, and you can find us on Spotify & Apple Podcasts. Please like, subscribe, and follow the show. You can contact us at reeltherapygonewrong@gmail.com or find us on youtube & Instagram @reeltherapygonewrong We can’t wait for you to tune in!

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