UnOrthodoxY is where faith, psychology, and humanity collide. Hosted by Sheldon, a pastor and theologian, and Chelsie, a holistic therapist, each episode unpacks life’s messiest questions — from belief and doubt to healing, purpose, and the modern human condition. With humor, heart, and honesty, they explore what it really means to rethink everything.
The episode explores the often overlooked experience of fathers during the perinatal period, shedding light on their struggles, emotional challenges, and the need for support. It also delves into the host's personal experiences and the impact of adoption on mental health. The conversation delves into the topic of men's mental health and the need for healing and understanding of masculinity. It explores the impact of societal expectations on men and the importance of compassion and empathy in addressing men's issues.
Takeaways
Perinatal mental health affects men as well as women, and the experience of fathers during this period is often overlooked.
The adjustment period for fathers during the perinatal phase can be challenging, and they may experience emotional struggles, isolation, and a need for support. Men's mental health requires deep healing and understanding.
Compassion and empathy are essential in addressing men's issues.
Chapters
00:00 The Overlooked Male Experience in Perinatal Mental Health
03:10 The Emotional Impact of Pregnancy and Postpartum on Men
05:15 The Father's Role and Emotional Struggles
13:00 The Impact of Adoption on Mental Health
23:15 The Struggle of Men
24:15 Integration of Masculinity and Femininity
26:46 Traditional Chinese Medicine and Yin-Yang
27:43 The Impact of Childhood and Parenting
30:08 The Role of Anger and Emotional Expression
30:34 Generational Parenting and Healing
35:33 The Need for Respect and Understanding
39:00 Toxic Masculinity and Healing
42:06 The Balance of Masculinity
23 Aug 2026
Autism Socials with Danny
The podcast episode features a conversation with Danny Finkelstein, the founder of AASM Autism Adult Social Mixer Inc. He discusses the creation of a safe space for neurodiverse individuals and the impact of his work on the community.
Takeaways
Neurospicy
Safe Space
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Unorthodoxy Podcast
01:18 Introduction of Danny Finkelstein and AASM
03:13 Challenges and Successes of AASM
06:03 Expanding AASM Globally
14:10 Funding and Support for AASM
25:19 The Purpose of Life and Conclusion
23 Aug 2026
Craniosacral Therapy, What is it?
The conversation explores the intersection of mental health, spirituality, and holistic healing, focusing on craniosacral therapy and its impact on emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being. Dr. Mary Nockhamson shares her journey into holistic healing and the transformative power of craniosacral therapy for both adults and children. The conversation covers topics related to parenting therapy, sportscasting, mindfulness, spirituality, and the integration of traditional medical care with alternative therapies. Dr. Mary emphasizes the importance of talking to oneself, children, and different parts of the body, as well as the significance of spirituality in healing and mental health. The conversation also explores the role of affirmations in therapy and the impact of alternative therapies on physical and emotional well-being.
Takeaways
Holistic Healing Approach
Craniosacral Therapy
Empowerment through Healing Sportscasting as a method of communicating with children
The importance of spirituality and mindfulness in mental health and healing
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Unorthodoxy
00:44 The Intersection of Mental Health and Spirituality
02:21 Understanding Craniosacral Therapy
04:09 The Healing Power of Craniosacral Therapy
05:10 Dr. Mary's Journey into Holistic Healing
08:27 Empowerment through Healing
16:16 Holistic Healing for Children
19:41 Parenting Therapy and Sportscasting
20:29 Talking to Oneself and Spirituality
22:25 Mindfulness and Grounding
23:13 Spirituality and Mental Health
26:03 Integration of Traditional and Alternative Therapies
27:06 Affirmations and Healing
31:34 Finding the Right Therapy
23 Jan 2026
Where Therapy and Faith Actually Meet
Where Therapy and Faith Actually Meet is about holding space for mental health and spirituality—without forcing certainty or silence.
Real conversations. Real people. Real healing.
15 Jan 2026
The Wounded Healer
The conversation explores the concept of the wounded healer and its impact on helping professions. It delves into the tension between healing others while still healing oneself, the draw to helping professions, personal vulnerability in healing work, the danger of turning pain into identity, and the tendency to stay busy to fix others. The conversation delves into the importance of embracing stillness and self-reflection to avoid the trap of busyness and distraction. It also highlights the need for healers to have support and outlets for their own healing and growth. Additionally, it explores the concept of healing while still healing and the normalization of healers' humanity without glorifying suffering.
Takeaways
The tension between healing others while still healing yourself
The concept of the wounded healer and its impact on helping professions Embracing stillness and self-reflection is essential to avoid the trap of busyness and distraction.
Healers need support and outlets for their own healing and growth.
Chapters
00:00 The Wounded Healer
11:06 Personal Vulnerability in Healing Work
17:03 The Danger of Turning Pain into Identity
25:24 Healers Need Support and Outlets
32:19 Normalizing Healers' Humanity
14 Nov 2025
The UnOrthodox Origin Story
In their debut episode, Pastor Sheldon and Therapist Chelsie pull back the curtain on how an unlikely partnership turned into UnOrthodoxY. They explore the moments, conversations, and callings that brought a pastor with tattoos and a brewery and a holistic therapist together behind the mic. With humor and honesty, they unpack what makes their dynamic different and why questioning, healing, and rethinking everything is not only allowed… it’s the whole point.
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