Freudian Scripts

Dec 22 2023 1
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From psychopathic serial killers to CIA operatives with bipolar disorder, depictions of mental health are pretty much everywhere in entertainment. But what’s exaggerated for the screen? And what can these portrayals tell us about actual psychological diagnoses and modern, evidence-based treatments? Hosted by two practicing clinical psychology PhDs, Freudian Scripts explores the real world of psychology today, destigmatizing mental health, through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies.

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In Session with “The Nightmare Before Christmas”

Dec 22 2023 42 mins  
What's this?! Join Dr. Sam and Dr. Fran for a special holiday session about identity and holiday spirits!

In Mini Session with True Crime

Nov 03 2023 38 mins  
Join Dr. Sam and Fran as they explore why we like true crime through the lens of Only Murderers in the Building and Based on a True Story.

In Session with “Suits” and “Billions”

Aug 17 2023 38 mins  

In Session with “Wednesday”

Jul 20 2023 70 mins  
Join Dr. Sam and Dr. Fran as they discuss individual and family therapy in the Addams Family's world.

In Mini-Session with School Psychology

Jul 06 2023 38 mins  

Celebrating 50 Sessions with “50 First Dates”

Jun 15 2023 52 mins  
Join Dr. Sam & Dr. Fran as they launch their 50th session featuring the romcom, 50 First Dates!

In Session with “The Patient”

Jun 01 2023 68 mins  
This week Dr. Sam and Dr. Fran discuss what happens when a psychologist is kidnapped by a murderous patient who demands therapy. They review potential diagnoses, treatment approaches, and even a family therapy session.

In Session with “Everything Everywhere All At Once”

May 18 2023 68 mins  
Join Dr. Sam & Dr. Fran on a journey through identity, intergenerational family dynamics, and the multiverse. The award-winning movie Everything Everywhere All At Once is on the couch this week!

Welcome Back Second Opinion with “The Bear” & “AP Bio”

May 04 2023 28 mins  
Dr. Sam and Dr. Fran are back with a new season and a new Second Opinion mini-session. We discuss heated relationships from the TV shows, The Bear and AP Bio.

In Mini-Session with “Evil”

Oct 31 2022 34 mins  
Dr. Sam and Dr. Fran present a spooky Reel Rounds mini-session on psychology and exorcisms through the lense of the show Evil.