The Exorcist Within: Where Mental Health Meets Horror Cinema

In this episode of The Exorcism Within, three mental health counselors gather to weave together their shared histories, spiritual practices, and love of horror. After reconnecting and honoring their late mentor, Dr. Z, they open sacred space with a tarot ritual before diving into their first book club pick: My Best Friend’s Exorcism.Their conversation blends clinical insight with intuition as they unpack the book’s themes—friendship, identity, trauma, and the cultural forces that shaped 1980s

In this episode of The Exorcist Within, Fréwaka remains the anchor for a wide-ranging conversation with Emily Carding (https://www.emilycarding.com). Emily guides us into the complex relationship between humanity and the Sidhe, showing how truthfulness, promises, and honesty shape our encounters with faeries. Emily emphasizes the importance of trusting our own spiritual instincts, reminding us that the Sidhe respond to authenticity and open-heartedness.Beyond faerie lore, Emily shares what it means

🎙️ Episode SummaryWhat can we say… This one brings up all the feels. Trigger warnings from everything from sexual assault, animal violence, to suicide. But there is light in the window at the end of this episode (literally and emotionally). From horror to healing, Frewaka opens the door to family, trauma, identity, and the power of community. Jamie and Neil unpack the emotional weight of generational wounds. It’s raw, reflective, and deeply human.💭 Themes• Generational trauma & family

Please note: this is going to be a MULTI part series on systemic trauma anchored by the 2025 film Fréwaka. 🧠 Episode SummaryIn this heartfelt conversation, Jamie and Neil dive deep into their personal journeys, which will lead into an even deeper dive into healing and the power of the storytelling in Fréwaka in the NEXT episode. From childhood challenges and family dynamics to the impact of generational trauma, they reflect on the emotional landscapes that shape their lives. With humor,

🎙️ Episode Summary: Ghosts, Grief & The OthersIn this Halloween edition of The Exorcists Within, Julie and Jamie crack open the haunted corridors of The Others—a film that lingers in the psyche long after the credits roll. Through the lens of horror, they explore how religious trauma shapes parenting, how isolation distorts perception, and how denial can fracture relationships.This isn’t just a ghost story breakdown—it’s a layered conversation about maternal grief, psychological fragmentation,

This episode includes strong content warnings for sexual violence, self-harm, and psychological distress.🧠 SummaryIn this episode of The Exorcist Within, Jamie unpacks Lars von Trier’s controversial 2009 film Antichrist—a cinematic descent into grief, eroticism, and psychological fragmentation. Through a trauma-informed lens, the conversation explores how the film weaponizes sexuality, grief, and therapeutic rupture to provoke discomfort and reflection. Jamie shares personal and clinical insights

This episode doesn’t shy away from discomfort—it embraces it. So listeners beware - important information is in this episode but it also may cause discomfort if grief, loss, or death is raw for you. In this profoundly personal and emotionally resonant episode, Laurie and Jamie delve into the complex terrain of death, grief, and the human experience. Through the lens of The Surrender (2025), they explore end-of-life realities with honesty and compassion, drawing from Laurie’s intimate work in hospice

In this episode, Jamie and Ryan delve into the unique horror film 'Good Boy,' which is told from a dog's perspective. They share their experiences at the Overlook Film Festival, discuss the director's vision, and explore the challenges of making a film centered around a dog. The conversation also touches on the mental health benefits of dog ownership, personal anecdotes about their pets, and the realities of pet care, including diet and health considerations. The hosts emphasize the