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Yap Therapy

• I'll never apologize for my boundaries and you shouldn't either July 23, 2026
  This week on Yap Therapy, we're talking about one of the biggest mindset shifts you can make: stopping the habit of apologizing for having needs.Inspired by a conversation I had with a client, we dive into why so many of us say "sorry" before expressing a boundary, slowing down a relationship, asking for space, or […]
• Your therapist loves slow burn relationships July 16, 2026
  This week on Yap Therapy, we're talking about one of my favourite relationship topics: the slow burn.Somewhere along the way, we've been taught that love is supposed to feel instant. that if there aren't fireworks, butterflies, and an undeniable spark from date one, it must not be meant to be. But as a therapist, I've […]
• Mental Health awareness month is over...now what? June 25, 2026
  Mental Health Awareness Month is ending, but your mental health doesn't stop mattering on July 1st.This week on Yap Therapy, we're talking about the five things I think we all need to be focusing on right now to support our well-being, beyond therapy speak, Instagram infographics, and the pressure to have it all figured out. […]
• Don't watch Love Island if you have an anxious attachment style June 18, 2026
  Love might be blind, but your nervous system isn't.This week, we're unpacking why this season of Love Island USA can be especially triggering if you have an anxious attachment style. From instant connections and constant competition to mixed signals and emotional whiplash, the villa is basically a masterclass in attachment activation.We're talking about why intensity […]
• Does your therapist actually believe in the 'wait three date' rule? June 11, 2026
  How important is physical compatibility for relationship success? And is there actually a "right" time to become intimate with someone?In this week's episode of Yap Therapy, we're unpacking one of the most debated topics in dating through a psychological lens. We explore the difference between chemistry and compatibility, why intense attraction isn't always a sign […]
• Your therapist is begging you to Yap it Out June 4, 2026
  This week on Yap Therapy, we're talking about why "yapping it out" is actually good for your mental health.From post-date analyses to voice notes that somehow become therapy sessions, we're exploring the psychology behind why talking things through with trusted friends helps regulate our nervous systems, organize our thoughts, and make sense of difficult experiences. […]
• Rejection Breeds Obsession May 28, 2026
  Today we are diving into one of the most psychologically brutal experiences in dating and relationships: obsession after rejection. Why do we suddenly want people MORE after they reject us? Why do emotionally unavailable people become impossible to get over? Why does our brain confuse inconsistency with chemistry? And why do some people become completely […]
• How to know if your therapist is actually a good fit for you May 14, 2026
  This week on Yap Therapy, we’re talking about one of the most important and most overlooked parts of healing: therapist fit.How do you actually know if your therapist is right for you?What should therapy feel like when it’s working?And how do different therapeutic styles impact the way you grow?In this episode, I’m breaking down:the signs […]
• I got the ick April 30, 2026
  The ick isn’t random.It’s psychological.In this episode, we break down why you can go from being so into someone… to instantly turned off and what that actually says about you.We’re getting into:- the science behind the ick- intuition vs anxiety- attachment styles and self-sabotage- the “ick cycle” in dating and why the partner you choose […]
• Does Everyone Deserve your Empathy? April 23, 2026
  You’re not staying because you’re “so understanding”… you’re staying because your empathy doesn’t have boundaries.If you’ve ever found yourself over-explaining someone’s behavior, making excuses for how they treat you, or feeling guilty for wanting more, this episode is for you.We’re talking about:why you feel the need to fix peoplewhy letting go feels so hard (even […]
• Mini Episode-Why does my hairdresser feel like my therapist? April 16, 2026
  This week- in a VERY Yap Therapy fashion- Dhal explores why your walls drop when you put on that cape and why all of a sudden you're trauma dumping on the girl doing your highlights....if you guessed "When we feel seen we feel safe" You're on the right track.....
• Primary vs Secondary Emotions April 9, 2026
  Why do we get angry when we’re actually hurt? Or anxious when what we’re really feeling is fear?In this episode of Yap Therapy, we’re breaking down the difference between primary and secondary emotions what they are, why your brain uses them, and how they shape the way you react, communicate, and connect with others.We talk […]
• From Podium to Person; with Paralympic Skiers Morgan Perrin and Mac Marcoux April 2, 2026
  In this episode of Yap Therapy, we sit down with former Paralympians Morgan Perrin and Mac Marcoux to unpack what it really takes to perform at the highest level of sport.We go beyond medals and podiums to explore the psychology of elite performance from managing pressure on the world stage to building resilience in moments […]
• The success strategies of a sober CRO (with Jordan Welke) March 26, 2026
  Most successful people don’t talk openly about the heavy toll of responsibility, grief, and sobriety and why these challenges can be the key to unlocking true leadership. This week I sat down with Jordan Welke, a young CRO who turned his life around through discipline, vulnerability, and clarity. He shares how stepping into responsibility early, […]
• The Oscar's, Incel Groups and Are Aliens Real?? March 23, 2026
  The algorithm is not neutral.After watching Bugonia, this episode breaks down how echo chambers are quietly shaping beliefs, identity, and loneliness especially for young men.From incel culture to body image pressures, we’re talking about how vulnerability gets turned into anger online… and what we can actually do about it.
• Professional Hockey, Mental Health and Masculinity with guest Nolan Boyd March 5, 2026
  In this episode of Yap Therapy, Dhal sits down with a former professional hockey player who publicly shared his mental health struggles after his career ended.We talk about the culture of toughness in elite sport, what happens when vulnerability feels unsafe, and how performance-based identity can quietly erode your sense of self.This conversation explores:Masculinity in […]
• Happy (or not so happy) Valentine's Day February 12, 2026
  Trigger Warning: We talk about attachment wounds, breakups, situationships, loneliness, and missing someone you know you shouldn’t text.It’s Valentine’s Day week which means feelings are louder, delusion is stronger, and suddenly the man you were healing from feels like “maybe he wasn’t that bad.” Be so serious.In this episode of Yap Therapy, we’re getting into […]
• When Food Isn't Just Food February 5, 2026
  This episode discusses eating disorders, disordered eating, body image, and recovery. While the conversation is non-graphic and recovery-focused, some listeners may find the topic activating. Please take care of yourself and skip or pause if needed.In this week’s therapy episode, we talk honestly about eating disorders, what they’re really about beneath the food, the most […]
• Blue Monday and Just Getting Through it January 29, 2026
  This week, I was wiped out, sessions crashing, no-shows, and a deep sense of exhaustion. Turns out, Blue Monday isn’t just a myth: it’s a collection of factors like post-holiday letdown, less sunlight, and societal demands colliding.Your body and mind are in a kind of crash, like a trauma response to a tough week. And that’s okay. […]
• Did I just get ghosted?? January 15, 2026
  This episode was inspired by a DM I got after last week’s episode, so thank you to the listener who asked the question we’ve all asked at some point We’re yapping about ghosting: how to tell if you’ve actually been ghosted or if you’re just overthinking, whether you should send one more text or leave […]