The Nerdie Therapist
Roll the dice and venture forth into "The Nerdie Therapist," where therapy meets enchantment and creativity flourishes. Guided by Jen Hyatt, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist from the mystical shores of sunny California, this podcast is your portal to a world where the mundane, heroic, and mystical realms merge seamlessly.
At The Nerdie Therapist (TNT), we explore the rich tapestry of psychotherapy, blending ancient lore with modern innovation to forge a unique path on the therapeutic quest. Each episode is a vibrant gathering of authenticity and unconventional methods, crafted to empower and inspire therapists, mental health professionals, and all adventurers drawn to the weaving together of psychology, fandom, and mysticism.
Travel with us on a journey through the magical landscapes of mental health and wellness. From epic tales of resilience in therapy to strategies for personal and professional growth, "The Nerdie Therapist" invites you to channel wisdom, compassion, and geeky enthusiasm. Navigate the depths of the human experience and discover your inner hero with every tale told.
Join our community of mystical seekers by subscribing to "The Nerdie Therapist." Never miss an episode of this enchanting adventure as we continue to conjure wonders together, challenging the conventional realms of mental health. Tune in, and let’s shake things up in the most magical way possible.
TOS (2022-2023): Therapists Off Script is a podcast designed with therapists in mind as we discuss all things psychotherapy practice…the good, the bad, and the truly mind blowing adventure of being a therapist in process as we dive deep, join together, and empower others for the journey of a lifetime.
Episodes
30 episodes
The ADHD Alchemist & The Mirror of Becoming: Episode Five
The Final Lesson – The ADHD Alchemist’s GiftThe Nerdie Therapist | Winter 2026You’ve traveled through the workshop.You’ve followed the threads through time, fire, chaos, and transformation.And now, you a...
The ADHD Alchemist & Turning Chaos into Gold: Episode Four
Welcome to The Transformation Room.This episode is not about getting your life together. It is about realizing you were never meant to assemble yourself using someone else’s instruction manual.If you have spent years trying to “fu...
The ADHD Alchemist & The Tangled Threads: Episode Three
Ever wonder why ADHD never seems to show up by itself? Why your days feel like a mix of executive dysfunction, anxiety spirals, sensory overwhelm, trauma echoes, mood swings, and a dash of “Is this ADHD or something else entirely?” You’re not i...
The ADHD Alchemist & The Fluctuating Furnace: Episode Two
Ever been told you’re “too sensitive,” “too much,” or, paradoxically, “not feeling enough”? Welcome to ADHD emotions—where the furnace of feeling has no manual, the flames flare unpredictably, and sometimes the fire refuses to light at all....
The ADHD Alchemist & The Mystery of Time: Episode One
Ever feel like time has a personal vendetta against you? One moment you’re ready to conquer the day, the next you’re three hours deep into flamingo migration patterns or medieval breadmaking. Welcome to ADHD time—slippery, nonlinear, and just a...
The Quest for Balance: Hermione Granger and the Dragon of Perfectionism
Welcome, Haven Mystics and Weavers of the Mind! 🧙♀️🧙♂️ Step into the enchanted halls of The Nerdie Therapist as we dive into another magical journey! This episode takes you straight into the heart of Hogwarts, where Hermione Gran...
Summer Spellbound: Unveiling Superhero Secrets for a Magical Mental Health Boost!
Welcome, Haven Mystics and Weavers of the Mind! 🧙♀️🧙♂️ Embrace the magic of summer with The Nerdie Therapist! Join our summer circle under the grand canopy of TNT as we conjure powerful mental health and wellness spells. 🌿✨
Heroes of Diversity: Embracing Multicultural Mental Wellness
Welcome back to another exciting episode of "The Nerdie Therapist"! In this episode, we are exploring the vital and dynamic world of multicultural mental health and wellness. Join us as we sit down with a league of extraordinary mental healt...
Embracing the Summer Slowdown: Superhero Strategies for Psychotherapists (Part Two)
🌟 Welcome, Haven Mystics and Weavers of the Mind! 🌟✨ Dive into Part Two of our Summer Slowdown Series on The Nerdie Therapist Podcast! ✨This week, we’re exploring how to find calm and clarity in our practices by channeling the...
Superpowered Summers: Turning Slowdowns into Growth with Heroic Strategies
As the summer sun casts its long shadows, many therapists find their practices slowing down. In this enchanting episode of "The Nerdie Therapist," we explore how to turn these quieter months into periods of growth and renewal. Join ...
Therapists Off Script: Bitter and Sweet: Goodbye Episode
Update: Hey there! Good news - you can still catch up on past episodes of Therapists Off Script as The Nerdie Therapist continues her journey with upcoming episodes. So, go ahead and dive into the old episodes whenever you like, an...
Therapists Off Script: Engaging Wellness: Harnessing the Time Energy Matrix
Hang Out with Jen & Alyx as we discuss "Engaging Wellness: Harnessing the Time Energy Matrix" and Balance within the Mental Health FieldIn this episode Jen & Alex talk about:Four QuadrantsZombie Brain
Therapists Off Script: Forecasting Mental Health in 2023
Hang Out with Jen & Alyx as we discuss "Forecasting Mental Health in 2023."In this episode Jen & Alex talk about:TelehealthVirtual GamingVirtual RealityPower of Social MediaSupervi...
Therapists Off Script: Discussing the S's of Sessions
Hang Out with Jen & Alyx as we discuss the S's of SessionsIn this episode Jen & Alex talk about:SchedulingShuffleStructureScreeningStackingStrategiesInstag...
Therapists Off Script: Navigating the Shark Infested Waters of Mental Health: Be the Battleship
Hang Out with Jen & Alyx as we discuss Navigating the Shark Infested Waters of Mental Health: Be the BattleshipIn this episode Jen & Alex talk about:Obstacles in the Mental Health FieldAvoid the Churnmills&n...
Therapists Off Script: Don't Be a Carbon Copy Psychotherapist!
Hang Out with Jen & Alyx as we discuss the ins and outs of mental health assessments 😊 In this episode Jen & Alex talk about:AssessmentUnraveling the Client NarrativeIncorporating Games
Therapists Off Script: Navigating the Intake and Consultation Call with New Clients
Hang Out with Jen & Alyx as they discuss navigating the intake and consultation call with new clients.In this episode Jen & Alex discuss:In the shoes of a new client within intake and consultation callsThe p...
Therapists Off Script: Leveling Up within Wrapping Up Season One- Hanging Out with Jen & Alyx
Hang Out with Jen & Alyx as we Level Up and Wrap Up Season One 😊 In this episode Jen & Alex take turns asking questions while sharing some laughs and insights:Get to Know the Therapists Behind Therapists Off Scr...
Therapists Off Script: Layers of Perfectionism, People Pleasing, and Performance Anxiety
Join Jen & Alyx as we discuss the layers that come with perfectionism, people pleasing, and performance anxiety 😊 In this episode:People PleasingPerfectionismPerformance AnxietyCalifornia ...
Therapists Off Script: Casting the Net and Hooking New Clients: Marketing as a Psychotherapist in the Healing Arts Profession
Join Jen & Alyx as we discuss all things marketing as a psychotherapist 😊 There is a plethora of things to consider within marketing. Alyx and Jen discuss the following marketing topics from the base of California includi...
Therapists Off Script: Set Your Quest, Slay Your Dragons, and Level Up (Optimizing Therapist Life)
Join Jen & Alyx as we discuss all things Continuing Education, Self Care, and Real Life Despite Reel Life 😊 We each have our own quest to travel that is full of dragons as we seek to level up and become an Optimized Therapist i...
Therapists Off Script: The End is Coming: Client Termination
Join Jen & Alyx as we discuss all things client termination 😊 There is a multitude of things to consider as clients head towards discharge and we do our best to cover the ins and outs for our clients best interest and benefit.<...
Therapists Off Script: Seasons of a Therapist: Path to Licensure (Part Three) and Becoming a Supervisor
Join Jen and Alyx as we discuss Seasons of a Therapist: Path to Licensure (Part Three) and Becoming a SupervisorEverything you need to know as you head towards being a Licensed Mental Health Professional with the Board of Behavioral Sci...
Therapists Off Script: Seasons of a Therapist: Path to Licensure (Part Two) The Associate Path
Join Jen and Alyx as we discuss Seasons of a Therapist: Path to Licensure (Part Two) The Associate PathEverything you need to know as you enter into being a Registered Associate with the Board of Behavioral Sciences (California)...
Therapists Off Script: Seasons of a Therapist: Path to Licensure (Part One) The Trainee Path
Join Jen and Alyx as we discuss Seasons of a Therapist: Path to Licensure (Part One) Topics: · Importance of connection and network of support along your path to licensure·&...