Roe V. Wade has been overturned and we rejoice in this for many prayers have been answered!!! In this episode we talk about abortion and the heinous effects it has on the culture at large, how Christians should feel about Roe V. Wade and an exhortation to rejoice but also a consideration to know that the work of ending abortion is not done!

Roe V. Wade has been overturned and we rejoice in this for many prayers have been answered!!! In this episode we talk about abortion and the heinous effects it has on the culture at large, how Christians should feel about Roe V. Wade and an exhortation to rejoice but also a consideration to know that the work of ending abortion is not done!

Roe V. Wade is Overturned!!!

Nick and Robyn in light of pride month, talk about marketing and the psychology around it. A wide range of topics are discussed in this episode such as tv shows, commercials and yes, even Pro Wrestling and how all of this plays into the day to day of the common consumer.

Psychology Of Marketing

Given the tragic events that happened in Texas and the devastations of the shootings that went on there. We decided to rehash out series on The Psychology of Mass Shooters and specifically Part 2 of this series.

The Psychology of Mass Shooters Redux

Nick Thomas

Nick and Robyn continue interview each other with Nick in the hot seat this time. Robyn asks Nick what compelled him to study psychotherapy and want to become an elder of a church. Nick then touches on some very personal aspects of his life involving fears and doubts.

ACD Interviews Part 2: Nick Thomas

Well things have been a little hectic in the studio!!! So today Nick decided to interview Dr. Robyn Hall and get her story of what compelled her to enter into the field of Psychotherapy.

ACD Interviews Part 1: Dr. Robyn Hall

Stanley Milgram was a social psychologist known for his extremely controversial and now considered unethical experiments conducted in the 60's and 70's. Nick and Robyn dive into his experiments which are centered around on the topic of obedience to authority and explain why they are unethical, what the experiments actually showed us and how we should think about such findings as Christians.

Stanley Milgram was a social psychologist known for his extremely controversial and now considered unethical experiments conducted in the 60's and 70's. Nick and Robyn dive into his experiments which are centered around on the topic of obedience to authority and explain why they are unethical, what the experiments actually showed us and how we should think about such findings as Christians.

Obedience to Authority: The Stanley Milgram Experiments

This is a very special episode and extra long for your listening. Nick and Robyn have a guest over Matthew Hunter to talk to us about the mindset it takes to survive in the wilderness. What does it take, how should you prepare and what are the risks? Take a listen and you will find out.by the way....watch your step....

This is a very special episode and extra long for your listening. Nick and Robyn have a guest over Matthew Hunter to talk to us about the mindset it takes to survive in the wilderness. What does it take, how should you prepare and what are the risks? Take a listen and you will find out. by the way....watch your step....

The Psychology of Wilderness Survival

This was a highly requested topic and we hope you all enjoy. Todays episode is on ADHD with specifics to what it is and isn't. We also discuss how the Christian should think about it, our concerns over medication and the trend of this diagnosis.

ADHD

Hey there everyone, hope you had a great valentines day with your special someone. In this episode Robyn and Nick talk about romantic relationships from a biblical worldview and share some personal stories about their past. Talks of addiction and promiscuity in previous relationships are brought up and of course the healing and salvation of Christ that remedies those wounds.

Hey there everyone, hope you had a great valentines day with your special someone. In this episode Robyn and Nick talk about romantic relationships from a biblical worldview and share some personal stories about their past. Talks of addiction and promiscuity in previous relationships are brought up and of course the healing and salvation of Christ that remedies those wounds.

Isn't it Romantic?

This may seem like an odd episode because it is..... we are talking about new years resolutions ibn February. There is a good reason for this only because we wanted to see how you were doing with those and if you needed any help? (we sure do) If this has sarked your curiosity then please, indulge a little bit and give this episode a listen. We love you guys!!!

Resolved

Welcome to "A Couch Divided Podcast" where secular psychology meets a Christian worldview. Hosted by Dr. Robyn Hall, PsyD (Doctor of Clinical Psychology) and Nick Thomas (Nouthetic Counselor and Behavioral Health student), this podcast aims to provide a useful, Christ-centered discourse on 'all things' mental health-related.

This episode is very special because we have a very special guest with us. All the way from Australia, Cass Backhouse from the "Her Theology" podcast joins us to talk about the nature of fear in the church during these pressing and hard times.

This episode is very special because we have a very special guest with us. All the way from Australia, Cass Backhouse from the "Her Theology" podcast joins us to talk about the nature of fear in the church during these pressing and hard times.

Fear And Loathing in the Church

We made through the year 2021 and are excited to see what God has in store for this show in 2022. Whether or not this show lives or dies it has been a tremendous blessing to get to speak into the mics and actually have you guys listen. Thank you all so much!!!This show will go over some of our favorite episodes of this past year like Depression and the Crushed Spirit, Much Ado About Self and Addiction. We hope you will be blessed in this recap.God Bless and Happy New Year!!

We made through the year 2021 and are excited to see what God has in store for this show in 2022. Whether or not this show lives or dies it has been a tremendous blessing to get to speak into the mics and actually have you guys listen. Thank you all so much!!! This show will go over some of our favorite episodes of this past year like Depression and the Crushed Spirit, Much Ado About Self and Addiction. We hope you will be blessed in this recap. God Bless and Happy New Year!!

Best of 2021

Nick and Robyn talk about the concept of Joy from a biblical worldview as well as some empirical data that will help you understand what the mind will go through when joy is experienced. Robyn gives a brief overview of the "Positive Psychology" analysis on and Nick and Robyn share their disagreements with the analysis. A very touching story about joy in the midst of suffering the loss of someone loved is told and a couple tears are shed. This is our last podcast of the year! We hope everyone has enjoyed the show!

Nick and Robyn talk about the concept of Joy from a biblical worldview as well as some empirical data that will help you understand what the mind will go through when joy is experienced. Robyn gives a brief overview of the "Positive Psychology" analysis on and Nick and Robyn share their disagreements with the analysis. A very touching story about joy in the midst of suffering the loss of someone loved is told and a couple tears are shed. This is our last podcast of the year! We hope everyone has enjoyed the show!

The Psychology of Joy

Nick and Robyn talk about the psychology of grief from a Christian perspective and what one who has a heart for God goes through, when they suffer the loss of someone or fall into a state of grief, this episode gets a little emotional, as talking about this very common attribute of the human condition is something everyone has stepped into. So grab your tissues and prepare yourselves.

The Psychology of Grief

In this episode Nick and Robyn talk about gratitude and just how important it is not just for your biological nature but, how important it is in your walk with Christ, both Nick and Robyn break down the scriptures to explain what the psychological nature of gratitude is and how this is the will of God for your life.

The Psychology of Gratitude

Nick and Robyn in preparation for the holidays, discuss some of the typical problems that can arise during this season. Grief, inadequacies, suicidal ideation, depression are just some of things mentioned in this episode, plus, Nick and Robyn both share stories about their personal experience in hard times surrounding the holidays.

Holiday Blues

In this very different episode of A Couch Divided, Nick and Robyn discuss what drives our wanting to be afraid for entertainment. They then talk about Arizona's creepy city of Jerome and so called "Asylum" that is now a hotel located in the city, then Robyn gives quite a detailed history of Arizona State Hospital (ASH) and the spooky history of this very well known institution.

Halloween Special

In this episode, Nick and Robyn talk about Anorexia Nervosa and how this commonly known disorder can be a little misconstrued. They go over particular criterion that is attached to this disorder and often not known by the general public. They then discuss the human want and desire to control ones environment which leads Nick to tell a story from his past and things get pretty interesting. This is one episode you don't want to miss.

Anorexia Nervosa

Robyn and Nick talk about the disposition of bitterness and its utterly destructive ways in yielding fruit of idolatry and separation from worshiping God.

Bitter Fruit

You wrote in your questions and we answered. In this episode, Robyn and Nick take a look at some of the things wrote in by you. Topics such as, "How do I find a Christian counselor? and "What things I should avoid when it comes to particular counseling techniques?"If you like what you hear, then visit our website www.acouchdivded.com and consider partnering with us by pressing on the donate tab. Much appreciated.

You wrote in your questions and we answered. In this episode, Robyn and Nick take a look at some of the things wrote in by you. Topics such as, "How do I find a Christian counselor? and "What things I should avoid when it comes to particular counseling techniques?" If you like what you hear, then visit our website <a href="http://www.acouchdivded.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.acouchdivded.com</a> and consider partnering with us by pressing on the donate tab. Much appreciated.

From the Couch: Q & A Session 1

A Couch Divided

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