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  • REAL TALK THERAPY: Work on yourself more than your job

    REAL TALK THERAPY: Work on yourself more than your job
    2026/05/24
    In today's Therapy Session, Zak (the Therapist) and Stephen (the Patient) continue to talk about the theme of baggage and the burden Stephen has carried for many years in terms of his feelings of responsibility towards those closest to him. Things develop in this session and Stephen has some pretty life enhancing insights. They also talk about work-life balance, routine and the power of continued and consistent effort. This is Real Talk Therapy. And you are welcome to listen. #therapist #therapy #mentalhealth #worklifebalance Disclaimer: Welcome to our Podcast - ‘One man and his therapist’ where the opinions expressed by our presenters are entirely their own. We believe in fostering an environment that values intellectual diversity, enabling our presenters to share their unique insights and viewpoints. It is crucial for our audience to recognize that the opinions articulated during the course of this program are those of the individual presenters and do not reflect or represent any other individuals, agencies or organisations. This show is not intended to diagnose, treat, or otherwise serve as mental health counseling for any listener. It is solely for the purposes of entertainment. If you have questions about your own mental health, please consult a qualified professional in your area. If you wish to contact Zak Powers please go to www.berginpsychological.com If you wish to contact Stephen Dalton go to www.stephendaltonvo.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    49 分
  • Fix Your Relationship with Your Parents | Real Talk Therapy

    Fix Your Relationship with Your Parents | Real Talk Therapy
    2026/05/17
    In this real talk therapy session, Stephen (the patient) and Zak (the therapist) talk in depth about Stephen's relationship with his father and mother. In particular, they focus on his father and Stephen thinks back to childhood and moments of connection in those formative years. They discuss non-demand communication as a helpful technique. Lots of universal themes dealt with here, including living with a family member in addiction, parent/child relations, and a lot more. This is Real Talk Therapy. And you are welcome to listen. #therapist #therapy #mentalhealth Disclaimer: Welcome to our Podcast - ‘One man and his therapist’ where the opinions expressed by our presenters are entirely their own. We believe in fostering an environment that values intellectual diversity, enabling our presenters to share their unique insights and viewpoints. It is crucial for our audience to recognize that the opinions articulated during the course of this program are those of the individual presenters and do not reflect or represent any other individuals, agencies or organisations. This show is not intended to diagnose, treat, or otherwise serve as mental health counseling for any listener. It is solely for the purposes of entertainment. If you have questions about your own mental health, please consult a qualified professional in your area. If you wish to contact Zak Powers please go to www.berginpsychological.com If you wish to contact Stephen Dalton go to www.stephendaltonvo.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    50 分
  • Letting Go of Emotional Baggage | REAL TALK THERAPY

    Letting Go of Emotional Baggage | REAL TALK THERAPY
    2026/05/11
    In this REAL THERAPY SESSION, Stephen (the client) and Zak (the therapist) talk about releasing emotional baggage. They talk about a desire to find freedom in life from fear and things holding Stephen back. Stephen feels like he is “holding on for dear life.” Stephen compares his new challenges to those of the past. How he feels that his quest to find freedom from a tightness he has always carried might be harder than fighting his past addiction to alcohol. This is Real Talk Therapy. And you are welcome to listen. #therapist #therapy #mentalhealth #emotionalhealing Disclaimer: Welcome to our Podcast - ‘One man and his therapist’ where the opinions expressed by our presenters are entirely their own. We believe in fostering an environment that values intellectual diversity, enabling our presenters to share their unique insights and viewpoints. It is crucial for our audience to recognize that the opinions articulated during the course of this program are those of the individual presenters and do not reflect or represent any other individuals, agencies or organisations. This show is not intended to diagnose, treat, or otherwise serve as mental health counseling for any listener. It is solely for the purposes of entertainment. If you have questions about your own mental health, please consult a qualified professional in your area. If you wish to contact Zak Powers please go to www.berginpsychological.com If you wish to contact Stephen Dalton go to www.stephendaltonvo.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    50 分
  • How to let go of GUILT and other people's EMOTIONAL BAGGAGE

    How to let go of GUILT and other people's EMOTIONAL BAGGAGE
    2026/04/20
    In this session, Stephen (the patient) and Zak (the therapist) discuss gratitude and having a daily practice. They discuss the feeling of weight that Stephen feels in terms of what he feels he has to carry on his shoulders in life. The central people that he has in life and how he feels guilt around them. They also discuss self care and plans for the future. This is Real Talk Therapy. And you are welcome to listen. #therapist #therapy #mentalhealth #guilt Disclaimer: Welcome to our Podcast - ‘One man and his therapist’ where the opinions expressed by our presenters are entirely their own. We believe in fostering an environment that values intellectual diversity, enabling our presenters to share their unique insights and viewpoints. It is crucial for our audience to recognize that the opinions articulated during the course of this program are those of the individual presenters and do not reflect or represent any other individuals, agencies or organisations. This show is not intended to diagnose, treat, or otherwise serve as mental health counseling for any listener. It is solely for the purposes of entertainment. If you have questions about your own mental health, please consult a qualified professional in your area. If you wish to contact Zak Powers please go to www.berginpsychological.com If you wish to contact Stephen Dalton go to www.stephendaltonvo.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    48 分
  • REAL TALK THERAPY SESSION: Can I Fix My Parents???

    REAL TALK THERAPY SESSION: Can I Fix My Parents???
    2026/04/12
    Zak and Stephen talk about guilt. Guilt around family, and an underlying desire to fix his parents' problems. They discuss fear. Fear around various aspects of life. Stephen looks for validation on his journey and Zak proposes an alternative way to look at things. This is Real Talk Therapy. And you are welcome to listen. #therapist #therapy #mentalhealth #familyproblems #relationships Disclaimer: Welcome to our Podcast - ‘One man and his therapist’ where the opinions expressed by our presenters are entirely their own. We believe in fostering an environment that values intellectual diversity, enabling our presenters to share their unique insights and viewpoints. It is crucial for our audience to recognize that the opinions articulated during the course of this program are those of the individual presenters and do not reflect or represent any other individuals, agencies or organisations. This show is not intended to diagnose, treat, or otherwise serve as mental health counseling for any listener. It is solely for the purposes of entertainment. If you have questions about your own mental health, please consult a qualified professional in your area. If you wish to contact Zak Powers please go to www.berginpsychological.com If you wish to contact Stephen Dalton go to www.stephendaltonvo.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    48 分
  • "You're Too Hard on Yourself!" REAL THERAPY SESSION

    "You're Too Hard on Yourself!" REAL THERAPY SESSION
    2026/04/05
    Zak (the Therapist) and Stephen (the patient) discuss the idea of softening. Softening towards the self and the world. They also discuss the idea of negative self talk and how that has changed for Stephen over the years. They talk about unconscious manipulation and how Stephen was surprised to learn something about his own behaviour in relation to this. They talk about how a person in addiction can be juvenile, manipulative and somewhat narcissistic. They talk about the ideas of labels we put on ourselves about depression, addiction etc. Instead of using a label, and being definite about anything, Zak suggests that it might be better to say “I am aware of this state or that state”. This is Real Talk Therapy. And you are welcome to listen. #therapist #therapy #mentalhealth #personaldevelopment #selfrespect #kindness #selfsabotage Disclaimer: Welcome to our Podcast - ‘One man and his therapist’ where the opinions expressed by our presenters are entirely their own. We believe in fostering an environment that values intellectual diversity, enabling our presenters to share their unique insights and viewpoints. It is crucial for our audience to recognize that the opinions articulated during the course of this program are those of the individual presenters and do not reflect or represent any other individuals, agencies or organisations. This show is not intended to diagnose, treat, or otherwise serve as mental health counseling for any listener. It is solely for the purposes of entertainment. If you have questions about your own mental health, please consult a qualified professional in your area. If you wish to contact Zak Powers please go to www.berginpsychological.com If you wish to contact Stephen Dalton go to www.stephendaltonvo.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    52 分
  • REAL THERAPY SESSION: I need to make a change, but how?

    REAL THERAPY SESSION: I need to make a change, but how?
    2026/03/29
    It’s the New Year and Zak and Stephen talk about the Christmas that has just passed. Stephen talks about a moment where he felt awkward being forthright. Stephen details how he is planning to tackle the new year and how he wants to live by three particular words. He also talks about a new routine that is having positive effects. Zak encourages Stephen to recognise that the fact that he is able to express himself authentically is a very positive development. He also reminds Stephen of the power of repeated action. This is Real Talk Therapy. And you are welcome to listen. #therapist #therapy #mentalhealth #personaldevelopment #habitchange Disclaimer: Welcome to our Podcast - ‘One man and his therapist’ where the opinions expressed by our presenters are entirely their own. We believe in fostering an environment that values intellectual diversity, enabling our presenters to share their unique insights and viewpoints. It is crucial for our audience to recognize that the opinions articulated during the course of this program are those of the individual presenters and do not reflect or represent any other individuals, agencies or organisations. This show is not intended to diagnose, treat, or otherwise serve as mental health counseling for any listener. It is solely for the purposes of entertainment. If you have questions about your own mental health, please consult a qualified professional in your area. If you wish to contact Zak Powers please go to www.berginpsychological.com If you wish to contact Stephen Dalton go to www.stephendaltonvo.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    46 分
  • REAL THERAPY SESSION: I'm in a bad mood & I need to rant!

    REAL THERAPY SESSION: I'm in a bad mood & I need to rant!
    2026/03/22
    It’s coming up to Christmas and Zak and Stephen are talking about… well nothing festive at all. Stephen is feeling pretty grumpy and has a bit of a rant. Zak sees beyond all of this and helps Stephen see that the life he is living is something to appreciate. They talk money, anger, relationships and being of service. This is Real Talk Therapy. And you are welcome to listen. #therapist #therapy #mentalhealth Disclaimer: Welcome to our Podcast - ‘One man and his therapist’ where the opinions expressed by our presenters are entirely their own. We believe in fostering an environment that values intellectual diversity, enabling our presenters to share their unique insights and viewpoints. It is crucial for our audience to recognize that the opinions articulated during the course of this program are those of the individual presenters and do not reflect or represent any other individuals, agencies or organisations. This show is not intended to diagnose, treat, or otherwise serve as mental health counseling for any listener. It is solely for the purposes of entertainment. If you have questions about your own mental health, please consult a qualified professional in your area. If you wish to contact Zak Powers please go to www.berginpsychological.com If you wish to contact Stephen Dalton go to www.stephendaltonvo.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    47 分