x

75% of people globally want unbiased news (Pew Research) but are concerned they're not getting that.

Get balanced coverage with Symby. See how stories are covered across diverse outlets and spot when one side covers a story the other skips.

PODCAST

You Must Be Some Kind of Therapist

You Must Be Some Kind of Therapist intimately explores the human experience while critiquing the state of the counseling profession as it yields to cultural madness. Your host, Stephanie Winn, distills years of wisdom gained from her practice as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist as she pivots away from treating patients, and toward the question of how to apply psychology to the novel dilemmas of the 21st century. What does ethical mental health care look like in a normless age, as our moral

health & fitness mental health

All Episodes

68:49

143. How Harrison Tinsley Saved His Son: A Harrowing...

You Must Be Some Kind of Therapist ·

2025/01/06

When Harrison was 26 years old, he found out he was going to be a father. Although he hadn’t known his girlfriend for very long, the news filled him with joy, and the expectant parents began enthusiastically preparing for the family life of their dreams. But things took an unexpected turn when the mother-to-be asked him: what if our child is nonbinary or trans? This marked the beginning of a harrowing series of events involving parental alienation, gender lunacy being projected onto a baby,

en

81:25

142. Year in Review: 2024 Reflections and 2025...

You Must Be Some Kind of Therapist ·

2025/01/03

*This episode was intended to be released on Monday, December 30, 2024. While the video version was released on YouTube on that date, apparently I forgot to complete the process of scheduling it to go out on audio platforms, and only noticed the error on Friday, January 3, 2025. I apologize for the error.In this solo episode, I close out the year by reflecting on the significant events and personal growth I experienced throughout 2024. I ask myself questions about my guiding values and

en

4:00

141. We Wish You a Merry Christmas

You Must Be Some Kind of Therapist ·

2024/12/23

A short and sweet message to wish you happy holidays. Listen to last year's episode 89. A Christmas Song for Weary Hearts: Snow by Sleeping at Last.ROGD REPAIR Course + Community for Parents is available now! Are you concerned about an adolescent or young adult with Rapid Onset Gender Dysphoria? Join at ROGDrepair.com and get instant access to over 100 lessons designed to equip you with the psychological insights and communication tools you need to get through to your kid. Use code

en

95:00

140. Gender Dysphoria as a Mind-Body Problem: A...

You Must Be Some Kind of Therapist ·

2024/12/16

Many critical thinkers have rightfully wondered why gender dysphoria is treated in clinical settings any differently from anorexia, body integrity identity disorder, and other psychiatric ailments featuring a mind-body problem. Today’s guest is the right person to answer that question.Jaco van Zyl, a South Africa-trained clinical psychologist now practicing in Ireland, joins me to discuss his paper, "Formulating Gender Dysphoria as an Affective-Perceptual Disturbance Involving the Body,"

en

52:52

139. The ROGD Repair Scholarship Program: Supporting...

You Must Be Some Kind of Therapist ·

2024/12/09

In this solo episode, I share some exciting news for parents navigating the complexities of communicating with their trans-identified children — especially those who may have financial barriers preventing them from enrolling in my program, ROGD Repair. I announce a new scholarship program, made possible by a generous anonymous donor, which will allow 15 families in financial need to access the course for free. Please share this episode with someone you know who could benefit!For those who

en

85:05

138. United States v. Skrmetti: Detransitioners...

You Must Be Some Kind of Therapist ·

2024/12/02

In this episode, I have the pleasure of speaking with Diana Lutfi, a bioethics and legal scholar, who recently authored an amicus brief on behalf of the detransitioners community in the Supreme Court case, United States of America v. Jonathan Skrmetti. We dive deep into the implications of this landmark case, which challenges Tennessee's prohibition on “gender-affirming care” for minors. Diana explains how this case could set a precedent affecting similar laws in 26 states, raising critical

en

84:07

137. The Crisis in Pediatric Care: Dr. Nikki Johnson...

You Must Be Some Kind of Therapist ·

2024/11/25

My guest today is Dr. Nikki Johnson, a former pediatrician and co-director of FAIR in Medicine. We dive deep into the challenges parents face in finding trustworthy medical providers for their children and the broader implications of the current healthcare system. Dr. Nikki shares her journey through medical training and her eventual departure from clinical practice due to ethical concerns and the corporatization of medicine.We discuss the concept of perverse incentives in healthcare,

en

81:53

136. The Future of Free Speech in the Counseling...

You Must Be Some Kind of Therapist ·

2024/11/18

In this episode, I welcome back James Esses, a writer and advocate who has been at the forefront of discussions surrounding gender ideology and its impact on the therapeutic profession. We dive into James's journey, which began during his training as a therapist in the UK, where he raised concerns about the medicalization of children experiencing gender dysphoria. His advocacy led to a significant legal battle after he was expelled from his graduate program, a case that has since resulted

en

101:38

135. Even Worse Than We Thought: The Woke Takeover of...

You Must Be Some Kind of Therapist ·

2024/11/11

Even if you’ve been following my work for a while, you’re not going to believe how bad the state of affairs has gotten when it comes to postgraduate education in counseling psychology — until you hear from today’s guest. Ryan Rogers, a student currently pursuing a masters degree in the hopes of becoming a therapist, joins me to discuss the troubling trends he's observed in mental health education. Ryan shares his personal journey, including his background in addiction and the motivation

en

72:30

134. Antisemitism and Mental Health with Malka Shaw,...

You Must Be Some Kind of Therapist ·

2024/11/04

Has modern therapy become a hostile environment towards Jewish people? I sit down with Malka Shaw, a licensed clinical social worker and trauma therapist, to delve into the pressing issue of anti-Semitism and its psychological implications. Malka shares her experiences as a therapist and the challenges Jewish clients face in therapy, particularly in light of recent events that have heightened anti-Semitic sentiments. We discuss the inappropriate remarks some therapists make, which can

en

94:53

133. How to Find a Good Doctor: Dr. Andrew Zywiec on...

You Must Be Some Kind of Therapist ·

2024/10/28

Why is it so hard to find a trustworthy physician? Dr. Andrew Zywiec has chosen to practice medicine as a licensed tribal practitioner through the First Nation Medical Board in order to allow him the freedom to operate according to his conscience. What is his inside perspective on the moral and ethical crossroads many aspiring healers find themselves navigating in today’s politicized, money-corrupted healthcare landscape?We dive into the complexities surrounding gender dysphoria, exploring

en

68:28

132. Colluding with Madness? Dr. Jillian Spencer on...

You Must Be Some Kind of Therapist ·

2024/10/21

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Jillian Spencer, a child and adolescent psychiatrist from Brisbane, Australia, who has found herself at the center of a heated debate surrounding so-called “gender-affirming care” for children. After raising concerns about the practices at her hospital's gender clinic, Jillian was suspended and is now embroiled in legal battles that could redefine workplace protections for those with gender-critical beliefs. What led her to take such a bold stand, and

en

65:25

131. “Is JK Rowling Transphobic?” Critical Thinking...

You Must Be Some Kind of Therapist ·

2024/10/14

In this episode, I sit down with Warren Smith, a passionate educator and critical thinker, who gained viral attention for his thought-provoking dialogue in which he used Socratic dialogue to question a student’s belief that “J.K. Rowling is transphobic.” We dive deep into the importance of teaching critical thinking skills in today's educational landscape, where echo chambers and social media often stifle independent thought. How can we encourage students to think for themselves amidst a

en

30:33

130. Queers for Palestine? The Paradoxes of Woke...

You Must Be Some Kind of Therapist ·

2024/10/07

Have you ever wondered why far left Gen Z activists idealize foreign cultures halfway across the planet while diminishing their own, to the point of holding beliefs that seem paradoxical or even delusional? Today’s brilliant guest, Maral Salmassi, helps us explore the complex dynamics of the "Queers for Palestine" movement and the sadomasochistic interpersonal dynamics that can emerge within woke culture.Maral draws on the psychological frameworks of Erich Fromm to unpack the internal

en

106:35

129. Behind the Looking Glass: Vaishnavi Sundar on...

You Must Be Some Kind of Therapist ·

2024/09/30

In this episode, I have the privilege of speaking with Vaishnavi Sundar, a self-taught filmmaker and advocate for women's rights, about her groundbreaking documentary, Behind the Looking Glass. This film delves into the often-overlooked experiences of women whose male partners “transition,” shedding light on the emotional turmoil and coercive control they face. Why is it that these women, often silenced and marginalized, feel compelled to redefine their identities in the shadow of their

en

34:38

128. The Trifecta of Social Contagion: ROGD, Cluster...

You Must Be Some Kind of Therapist ·

2024/09/23

I’m grateful to share a portion of my most recent conversation with Josh Slocum from the Disaffected podcast, where we dive deep into the complexities surrounding Rapid Onset Gender Dysphoria (ROGD) and my new program, ROGD Repair. Have you ever wondered how cluster B personality traits intertwine with gender identity ideology to create a perfect storm for vulnerable youth? What if the very beliefs that are meant to empower these young people are actually leading them down a path of

en

103:59

127. Indoctrination in Education: Anita Bartholomew...

You Must Be Some Kind of Therapist ·

2024/09/16

In this episode, I sit down with my good friend Anita Bartholomew, who is deep into writing her upcoming book, "Sacrificial Lambs," which explores the alarming indoctrination happening in our K-12 education system. Have you ever wondered how children are being taught about gender identity in first grade? What happens when the lines between education and ideology blur?Anita shares her journey from being a traditional liberal to confronting the radical shifts in educational content,

en

99:47

126. The Kids Aren’t Alright: Parenting, Failure to...

You Must Be Some Kind of Therapist ·

2024/09/09

Laura Wiley Haynes returns to shed light on the complex intergenerational aspects of the current gender crisis. Why do so many young people today seem unable to launch into adulthood, remaining perennially online and disembodied, reportedly held back by feelings they label “dysphoria?” What developmental shifts have occurred in parenting over the last few generations that might explain this phenomenon?Laura shares her insights on how the lack of dyadic care—one-on-one nurturing

en

61:32

125. The Antidepressant & Hormonal Contraceptive to...

You Must Be Some Kind of Therapist ·

2024/09/02

Like so many other young women I’ve met in my counseling career, Taylor was prescribed both SSRI antidepressants and hormonal birth control shortly after she hit puberty, and remained on both types of pills until her 20’s, impacting her libido, identity, body image, and self-esteem. Somewhere along the way, she developed gender dysphoria and a fixation on the idea that becoming a “trans man” would solve her psychological problems. But when she stopped taking meds, her “dysphoria” lifted

en

75:59

124. ROGD Repair: a New, Game-Changing Resource for...

You Must Be Some Kind of Therapist ·

2024/08/26

Parents of trans-identified adolescents and young adults need educational resources that go beyond merely explaining why gender ideology and medicalization are harmful. They need tools that help them understand the psychological state their adolescent and young adult children are in, and teach them different approaches to communicating that are more likely to succeed than to backfire given their kids’ state of mind.I created The ROGD Repair Course and Community with this in mind. It’s a

en

182 results

Similar Podcasts

Доктор Тройняшкин

Доктор Тройняшкин

Podcasts Archives - Extreme Health Radio

Justin Stellman

Oncology for the Inquisitive Mind

Michael Fernando and Josh Hurwitz

Good Sleep: Positive Affirmations

Optimal Living Daily | Sleepy Meditation

Johannes Hansen Podcast

Johannes Hansen