Psychology In Seattle Podcast
A psychology podcast that is both educational and entertaining, hosted by Kirk Honda. It explores various psychological topics in an accessible way.
Episodes
The Ethics of Lying & Dating a Dad
Dr. Kirk Honda and Humberto wrestle with whether lying can ever be the most ethical choice, including a surprisingly personal moment when Humberto reveals he lied to Kirk earlier that evening. They also respond to a listener dating a divorced father. July 24, 2026This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.00:00 When do
Interviewing My Students #2 (2014 Rerun)
[Rerun] Dr Kirk interviews two of his current students about their experience in his class. January 15, 2014This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.Support us by... Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/joinBecome a patron: https://www.patreon.com/PsychologyInSeattleContact us/more
Dr Kirk Rants About Politics and Coaches
Dr. Kirk Honda answers YT member and patron questions about therapists appearing to side with one partner in couples therapy, the growing emphasis on nervous system regulation in graduate training, politics and self-disclosure in psychotherapy, the ethics of discouraging discussion of suicidal ideation in treatment, and the problematic rise of coaches. July 22, 2026This episode is sponsored by Bet
Interviewing My Students #1 (2014 Rerun)
[Rerun] Dr Kirk interviews two of his current students about their experience in his class. January 8, 2014This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.Support us by... Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/joinBecome a patron: https://www.patreon.com/PsychologyInSeattleContact us/more
Stoicism Backlash and Game of Thrones Yammering
Dr. Kirk Honda and Humberto respond to listener questions about Stoicism, and whether Kirk’s voice has changed over the years, before revisiting the ending of Game of Thrones. He also reads a moving email from a first responder to the 2024 Fall City family murders who found unexpected relief after watching the PIS episode on family annihilators. July 20, 2026This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp
Parasocial Panic, Kink Fantasy Fandoms, MBTI, and Other Topics
Parasocial Panic, Kink Fantasy Fandoms, MBTI, and Other Topics: Dr. Kirk Honda answers patron questions about taboo fiction, fandom discourse, parasocial relationships, psychodynamic therapy, personality theory, MBTI, self-forgiveness, and why we sometimes unconsciously recreate old relationship patterns. July 17, 2026This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp
Attachment Emails (2021 Rerun)
[Rerun] Dr. Kirk answers patron emails. October 4, 2021This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.Support us by... Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/joinBecome a patron: https://www.patreon.com/PsychologyInSeattleContact us/more info... Email: https://www.psychologyinseattle.com/c
Duggar Family Deep Dive (Chapter 16)
A follow-up chapter from our deep dive three years ago about the Duggar family. July 15, 2026This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.00:00 What's going on with the Duggar Family (recap)? 14:39 Who are Joseph and Kendra Duggar? 34:29 How has the Duggar family responded to the allegations?57:29 How has the public respo
Attachment Class (Deep Dive) (2021 Rerun)
[Rerun] Dr. Kirk Honda presents his master’s-level course on attachment. February 15, 2021This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.Support us by... Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/joinBecome a patron: https://www.patreon.com/PsychologyInSeattleContact us/more info... Email: ht
Making Amends, Incels, Telling Kids About Infidelity, and Other Topics
Are some people simply evil? Is "sorry" overused? Can an incel community ever be healthy? Dr. Kirk Honda explores those questions while also discussing family therapy education, addiction recovery, infidelity and children, Mobile Crisis Teams, and two troubling listener-submitted stories involving catfishing and youth mental health programming. July 13, 2026This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp.
The Psychology of Culture and Dreams
What is the difference between being distorted and being psychotic? What do we really mean when we talk about culture? Why do some people over-function while others under-function? And what are dreams actually for? Dr. Kirk Honda explores these questions in a patron email episode. July 10, 2026 This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off
Attachment Theory Emails (Part 2) (2020 Rerun)
Rerun] Dr. Kirk answers patron emails about attachment.November 25, 2020 This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.Support us by... Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/joinBecome a patron: https://www.patreon.com/PsychologyInSeattleContact us/more info... Email: https://www.psychol
Lily Allen, Pet Grief, and How to Be a Man
Dr. Kirk and Rebecca answer patron questions about Lily Allen's latest album, coping with the death of a beloved dog, macrophilia, and one listener's question about learning how to navigate male spaces after transitioning. July 8, 2026This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.00:00 Mochi's passing & the importance
Attachment Theory Emails (Part 1) (2020 Rerun)
[Rerun] Dr. Kirk answers patron emails about attachment. November 23, 2020This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.Support us by... Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/joinBecome a patron: https://www.patreon.com/PsychologyInSeattleContact us/more info... Email: https://www.psycho
Physician-Assisted Suicide
Dr. Kirk Honda discusses the ethics of physician-assisted suicide and Medical Aid in Dying (MAID), particularly when requests are based on severe psychological suffering rather than terminal physical illness. He reviews current laws in the United States, Canada, and several European countries, examines high-profile cases that received international media attention, and explores the challenges of b
Narcissist in Therapy - Therapist Reacts
Dr. Kirk Honda reacts to an interview featured on the BorderlinerNotes YouTube channel. In the video, NPD Therapy In Action: Consult with Dr. Igor Weinberg and Jacob, a client diagnosed with narcissistic personality disorder discusses his struggles. Dr. Honda provides his clinical perspective on narcissism, psychotherapy, and the challenges of treating personality disorders. July 3, 2026This episo
Attachment Deep Dive - Chapter 6 - Other Stuff (2019 Rerun)
[Rerun] Chapter 6 in Dr. Kirk’s deep dive on attachment theory. (Intro) March 23, 2019This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.Support us by... Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/joinBecome a patron: https://www.patreon.com/PsychologyInSeattleContact us/more info... Email: https
Parasocial Relationships, Weaponized Incompetence, and Self-Diagnosis
A listener explains why she sometimes wishes Dr. Honda were her father. Another listener wonders if they're sabotaging therapy by pretending not to know things they actually know. Plus, Dr. Honda discusses the growing trend of internet self-diagnosis and common misconceptions about personality disorders. July 1, 2026This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.c
Attachment Deep Dive - Chapter 5 - Sex (2019 Rerun)
[Rerun] Chapter 5 in Dr. Kirk’s deep dive on attachment theory. (Intro) March 22, 2019This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.Support us by... Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/joinBecome a patron: https://www.patreon.com/PsychologyInSeattleContact us/more info... Email: https:
My Boyfriend Has Child Porn
Dr. Kirk Honda answers three difficult emails about pedophilia. One listener discovers child sexual abuse material on her boyfriend’s computer and struggles with what to do next. Another listener realizes he is a minor-attracted person (MAP) and fears what that means for his future. A therapist writes in seeking guidance on helping suicidal MAP clients. June 29, 2026This episode is sponsored by Be
Stoicism Sucks
Dr Kirk Honda and Humberto talk about the pros and cons of contemporary stoicism in the manosphere. June 26, 2026This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.00:00 What has stoicism become?33:53 Is there a benefit to stoicism? 48:05 How does the framework of stoicism influence therapists?1:03:53 How does culture influence
Attachment Deep Dive - Chapter 4 - Culture (2019 rerun)
[Rerun] Chapter 4 in Dr. Kirk’s deep dive on attachment theory. (Intro) March 21, 2019This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.Support us by... Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/joinBecome a patron: https://www.patreon.com/PsychologyInSeattleContact us/more info... Email: https:
Choked by My Mormon Therapist
Dr. Kirk Honda interviews Mia Chard about surviving abuse at the hands of therapist Maurice Harker, who was later convicted. As Mia recounts her experience, Kirk discusses the betrayal of trust involved in therapist abuse and why stories like hers leave him enraged. June 24, 2026This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first mont
Attachment Deep Dive - Chapter 3 - Attachment Therapy (2019 Rerun)
[Rerun] Dr. Kirk describes how to use attachment theory in therapy. (Intro) March 20, 2019 This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.Support us by... Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/joinBecome a patron: https://www.patreon.com/PsychologyInSeattleContact us/more info... Email: h
Why He-Man Made Humberto Fight His Family
Humberto explores why He-Man meant so much to him as a child and why, after seeing the new movie with his family, he got into a major fight with them. June 22, 2026This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.00:00 What is Humberto's history with He-Man? 18:45 Cynical storytelling in media 31:05 What led up to the fight?5
Animal Empathy, Pet Grief, and AI Companions
Dr Kirk and Humberto answer patron emails. June 19, 2026This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.00:00 PiS Out of Context03:08 Why might I have such intense empathy for animals?19:47 How can I support my partner in mutual grief?38:23 Is AI sentient?49:37 How might therapists approach clients with AI companions?Support
Attachment Deep Dive - Chapter 2 - Attachment Theory (2019 Rerun)
[Rerun] Dr. Kirk describes attachment theory in this 4 hour episode. (Intro) March 19, 2019This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.Support us by... Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/joinBecome a patron: https://www.patreon.com/PsychologyInSeattleContact us/more info... Email: h
The Psychology of Diddy (Chapter 10)
Dr Kirk Honda and Humberto explore the psychology of Sean “Diddy” Combs. June 17, 2026This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.00:00 Sean Combs: The Reckoning 17:54 Was the documentary biased? 26:25 Revelations from the documentary 50:29 What does his MO reveal about him?57:25 What might happen once he's released?1:0
Attachment Deep Dive - Chapter 1 - John Bowlby (2019 Rerun)
[Rerun] Dr. Kirk begins his deep dive on attachment theory by telling the story of the theory’s originator, John Bowlby. (Intro) March 18, 2019This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.Support us by... Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/joinBecome a patron: https://www.patreon.com
My Nibling the Therapist
Dr Kirk Honda interviews his nibling, Alena Honda, about beginning their career as a therapist. You can hire Alena as your therapist at: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/alena-honda-seattle-wa/1670821 June 15, 2026This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.00:00 Introducing Alena Honda10:12 What has grad sc
Regulation, Man-Haters & Big Five
Rebeccasode! Kirk and Rebecca answer patron/member emails. June 12, 2026This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.00:00 How is Rebecca doing?10:00 What does emotional regulation look like with an attachment based lens?16:30 Do lesbians hate men?27:24 What advice do Rebecca & Dr. Kirk have for new teachers?38:31 Wh
Codependency Follow Up #2 (2021 Rerun)
[Rerun] Dr. Kirk answers patron emails regarding codependency. November 24, 2021This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.Support us by... Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/joinBecome a patron: https://www.patreon.com/PsychologyInSeattleContact us/more info... Email: https://www.
The Truth About CPS
Dr Kirk Honda interviews his old work pal, Val Von Destinon, regarding what it was like working for CPS. June 10, 2026This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.00:00 Introducing Valerie Von Destinon 04:04 What do people misunderstand about CPS?09:40 Why did Valerie get involved in CPS? 21:10 How does the process work?4
Codependency Follow Up #1 (2021 Rerun)
[Rerun] Dr. Kirk answers patron emails regarding codependency. (Intro) November 17, 2026This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.Support us by... Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/joinBecome a patron: https://www.patreon.com/PsychologyInSeattleContact us/more info... Email: http
Interview with Lynn Breedlove
Rebecca Bloom interviews Lynn Breedlove about living a queer life and the grief of surviving a devastating family tragedy. Breedlove is a musician, writer, performer, and longtime queer activist. For more info: https://youtu.be/BAIIB9OhFtM https://youtu.be/FZLidlgKeGQ https://youtu.be/TooCqm1SMvA June 8, 2026This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK
Mormon Hate, Seattle Complaints, and Other Stuff
Kirk and Humberto answer patron/member emails. June 5, 2026This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.00:00 Scratchies03:42 Assumptions about the LDS community18:22 Greta Van Fleet & Led Zeppelin35:43 Why does everyone in Seattle complain about the weather? 53:29 Quills and Queens55:50 A list of Humberto's jobs1:03:
Codependency (2021 Rerun)
[Rerun] Deep dive on codependency. What is it? How does it form? How is it treated? (Intro) November 3, 2021This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.Support us by... Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/joinBecome a patron: https://www.patreon.com/PsychologyInSeattleContact us/more
Existential Psychology
Dr. Kirk Honda interviews Dr. Dan Koch, a licensed existential therapist, and his collaborator Kristen Tideman, about their recent podcast mini-series Anxious Times, which aired on Dan's podcast, Religion on the Mind. June 3, 2026This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.00:00 Introducing Dr. Dan Koch, Kristen Tideman0
Dependent Personality Disorder and Overfunctioning (2021 Rerun)
[Rerun] Dr. Kirk answers emails. September 27, 2021This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.Support us by... Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/joinBecome a patron: https://www.patreon.com/PsychologyInSeattleContact us/more info... Email: https://www.psychologyinseattle.com/conta
The Psychology of Columbine (Ch 9 - Our Connections)
Dr Kirk Honda and Humberto Castaneda dive deep into the psychology of Columbine shooting. June 1, 2026 This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.00:00 Intro02:02 Repeated proximity to chaos1:30:01 Is it helpful to make these connections?1:36:53 Why is Humberto fascinated by these stories? 1:49:02 What do you do with gr
Borderline Emails #5 - Transference, Bad Therapy
Dr Kirk Honda answers emails regarding Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). May 29, 2026This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.Support us by... Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/joinBecome a patron: https://www.patreon.com/PsychologyInSeattleContact us/more info... Email: ht
Dependent Personality Disorder (Follow Up)(2021 Rerun)
[Rerun] Dr. Kirk’s deep dive on dependent personality disorder. May 28, 2021This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.Support us by... Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/joinBecome a patron: https://www.patreon.com/PsychologyInSeattleContact us/more info... Email: https://www.psyc
Borderline Emails #4 - Psychopaths, Infidelity
Dr Kirk Honda answers emails regarding Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). May 27, 2026This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.00:00 How does BPD affect men?02:09 Is this psychopathy or BPD? 36:19 Psychopathy in media43:39 Why are friendships more volatile than romantic relationships for me?51:35 Betrayal trauma &
Dependent Personality Disorder - Chapter 3 (Deep Dive)(2021Rerun)
[Rerun] Dr. Kirk’s deep dive on dependent personality disorder. (Intro) April 9, 2021This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.Support us by... Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/joinBecome a patron: https://www.patreon.com/PsychologyInSeattleContact us/more info... Email: https:/
Borderline Emails #3
Dr Kirk Honda answers emails regarding Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). May 25, 2026This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.00:00 What can you do for someone in denial of having BPD?14:23 Being in relationship with BPD19:14 How does stress influence splitting?34:57 Is it possible to still be friends when hostil
Sleep Training and Eclectic Therapy
Dr Kirk Honda answers patron and member emails. May 22, 2026This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.00:00 When are babies ready for sleep training? 16:08 What does it mean to be an eclectic therapist? 38:27 The psychology of bands46:51 OPP & Ad breaks56:12 Do underfuctioners think of themselves as overfunctioners
Dependent Personality Disorder - Chapter 2 (Deep Dive)(2021 Rerun)
[Rerun] Dr. Kirk’s deep dive on dependent personality disorder. (Intro) April 7, 2021This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.Support us by... Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/joinBecome a patron: https://www.patreon.com/PsychologyInSeattleContact us/more info... Email: https:/
Borderline Emails #2
Dr Kirk Honda answers emails regarding Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). May 20, 2026This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.00:00 How can NPD and BPD exist in the same person? 10:54 What are the dynamics of NPD & BPD interacting? 17:47 Characters with BPD22:03 Should I reach out to a doctor who misdiagnosed
Dependent Personality Disorder - Chapter 1 (Deep Dive)(2021 Rerun)
[Rerun] Dr. Kirk’s deep dive on dependent personality disorder. (Intro) April 5, 2021This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.Support us by... Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/joinBecome a patron: https://www.patreon.com/PsychologyInSeattleContact us/more info... Email: https:/
Suicide Malpractice
Dr Kirk Honda reviews a malpractice case brief. (Intro) May 18, 2026This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.00:00 Intro03:26 Is it ADHD?14:41 Case overview26:06 The ambiguity of mandated reporting1:03:53 What should be in a suicide risk assessment? 1:36:08 What is informed refusal of care?1:43:51 Should the counselor
Borderline Emails #1
Dr Kirk Honda answers emails regarding Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). May 15, 2026This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.00:00 Is quiet borderline a term?13:29 Do personality disorders improve over time? 25:56 Does BPD present differently in different people? 36:12 What is the intersection of eating disorder
Psychopathic Therapists (2017 Rerun)
[Rerun] Are there psychopathic therapists who don’t have empathy? October 2, 2017This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.Support us by... Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/joinBecome a patron: https://www.patreon.com/PsychologyInSeattleContact us/more info... Email: https://www
Unethical Group Practice
Dr Kirk Honda reviews a malpractice case brief. May 13, 2026This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.00:00 The rise of group practices10:27 Is a good therapist a good supervisor?15:24 The ethics of a dual relationship28:15 What is the role of a supervisor? 50:21 Was the client exploited? 1:13:03 The defense & case
The Psychology of Lance Armstrong (2019 Rerun)
[Rerun] Why did Lance Armstrong throw it all away? Dr. Kirk Honda and Humberto analyze his personality and his cultural context. July 29, 2019This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.Support us by... Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/joinBecome a patron: https://www.patreon.com/
Traumatizing a Friend, Therapy Charlatans, and Podcasting Tips
Dr Kirk Honda answers patron emails. May 11, 2026This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.00:00 Did I traumatize my friend?24:13 Is Terry Real's relationship grid useful?40:04 Podcasting tipsSupport us by... Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/joinBecome a patron: https://www.patr
Sexual Masochism, Schemas, and Bad Trauma Screeners
Dr Kirk Honda answers patron emails. May 8, 2026This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.00:00 Attachment style & BDSM23:54 Is it helpful to revisit old journals? 29:19 How can I not intellectualize my feelings?34:20 Was this trauma screener harmful?Support us by... Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel
Kirk's Developmental Milestones (2015 Rerun)
[Rerun] Have you had moments that changed your life forever? Dr. Kirk Honda discusses his developmental milestones. November 20, 2015 (Intro) This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.Support us by... Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/joinBecome a patron: https://www.patreon.com/
Limerence Deep Dive (Chapter 15 - ADHD, Autism)
Dr Kirk Honda continues his lecture on limerence. (Intro) May 6, 2026This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.00:00 Revisiting the definition of limerence23:08 How is limerence differentiated from ASD?27:09 How is limerence differentiated to ADHD?34:43 Reviewing the differencesSupport us by... Become a member: https:/
Is Logan Paul a Psychopath? (2019 Rerun)
[Rerun] Dr. Kirk Honda and Humberto talk about whether or not Logal Paul (of YouTube fame) is a psychopath. January 14, 2019This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.Support us by... Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/joinBecome a patron: https://www.patreon.com/PsychologyInSeattl
Blue Therapy Sucks
Dr. Kirk Honda covered Blue Therapy on Netflix, and well... it sucks. May 4, 2026This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.00:00 What made Couples Therapy an interesting watch?11:41 How is Blue Therapy different?29:25 So, what's the problem? Support us by... Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtH
The Psychology of Columbine (Ch 8 - Your Emails)
Dr Kirk Honda and Humberto Castaneda dive deep into the psychology of Columbine shooting. May 1, 2026This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.00:00 Does every teenager have violent fantasies?19:11 Prominence of school bullying36:22 Heathers & inspired media 40:34 How did Columbine affect the Christian faith?53:36
Health Anxiety (2020 Rerun)
[Rerun] Do you often worry about getting random diseases? Well, Kirk and Humberto sure do. In this episode, Dr. Kirk provides a deep dive on the diagnoses, lived experience, literature, research, and treatment of health anxiety. (Intro) The full episode is available to patrons of the podcast. March 9, 2020This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to
The Psychology of Columbine (Ch 7 - Our Inner Demons)
Dr Kirk Honda and Humberto Castaneda dive deep into the psychology of Columbine shooting. April 29, 2026This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.00:00 Sympathizing with the offenders27:59 Why might someone identify with Dylan?43:31 Alienation & internalized fantasiesSupport us by... Become a member: https://www.yo
Raising Healthy Children (2013 Rerun)
[Rerun] Dr Kirk reviews research regarding child development. May 3, 2013This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.Support us by... Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/joinBecome a patron: https://www.patreon.com/PsychologyInSeattleContact us/more info... Email: https://www.psychol
How To Date Nerds
Dr. Kirk Honda talks to Alex Goldstein from Date Like A Nerd about what we can learn from how 700+ nerds found love.All the links, including the full report from the surveys: https://www.datelikeanerd.com/links/April 27, 2026This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.00:00 How do nerds start dating?19:08 How do the mano
AI Infidelity
Dr Kirk Honda interviews local MFT Trevor White about a new trend he’s been noticing: couples coming to therapy after one person was discovered having an affair with an AI chatbot. You can find more info about Trevor White at constellationtherapyseattle.com.April 24, 2026This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.00:00
Liberal Christianity (2020 Rerun)
[Rerun] Can a Christian be progressive? Dr. Kirk talks with Dan Koch from the You Have Permission Podcast. October 19, 2020This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.Support us by... Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/joinBecome a patron: https://www.patreon.com/PsychologyInSeattle
Dissociation Types Explained
Dr Kirk Honda and Dr Michael Drane explain the distinction between dissociative disorders and the problems with DSM. April 22, 2026This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.00:00 Dr. Michael Drane's Mindful Remedy practice03:32 Is Louisa experiencing disassociation or depersonalization? 24:57 What are Other Specified D
Twelve Reasons for Flat Earthers (2019 Rerun)
[Rerun] Dr. Kirk Honda and Humberto discuss twelve reasons for Flat Earthers. May 13, 2019This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.Support us by... Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/joinBecome a patron: https://www.patreon.com/PsychologyInSeattleContact us/more info... Email: ht
Are You An Introvert, Extrovert or Otrovert?
Dr Kirk Honda and Dr Michael Drane talk about the new concept of otrovert. April 20, 2026This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.00:00 What are common misconceptions about introverts & extroverts?15:15 What is an Otrovert?24:46 What is the point of the criteria?Support us by... Become a member: https://www.youtub
The Psychology of Emotional Charisma - Cesar Chavez, Cults, and Classrooms - Chap 2
Dr Kirk Honda and Humberto Castaneda examine how emotional charisma shapes influence, through examples like Cesar Chavez, cults such as Synanon, self-help programs like Landmark, and Kirk’s own classroom techniques. April 17, 2026This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.00:00 How do cults form from emotional experienc
My Pivotal Moments (2018 Rerun)
[Rerun] Dr. Kirk Honda talks about his most pivotal moments of childhood. (Intro) July 18, 2018This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.Support us by... Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/joinBecome a patron: https://www.patreon.com/PsychologyInSeattleContact us/more info... Emai
The Psychology of Emotional Charisma - Cesar Chavez, Cults, and Classrooms - Chap 1
Dr Kirk Honda and Humberto Castaneda examine how emotional charisma shapes influence, through examples like Cesar Chavez, cults such as Synanon, self-help programs like Landmark, and Kirk’s own classroom techniques. April 15, 2026This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.00:00 Dr. Kirk's nightmare podcast situation 07:
Autism Explained (2020 Rerun)
[Rerun] Megan Wildhood explains her experience with autism to Dr. Kirk. April 30, 2020This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.Support us by... Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/joinBecome a patron: https://www.patreon.com/PsychologyInSeattleContact us/more info... Email: https:
Narcissistic Abuse (Chap 3)
Dr Kirk Honda watches Chris from Love Is Blind S10 and reacts. April 13, 2026This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.Support us by... Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/joinBecome a patron: https://www.patreon.com/PsychologyInSeattleContact us/more info... Email: https://www.psy
Narcissistic Abuse (Chap 2)
Dr Kirk Honda watches Chris from Love Is Blind S10 and reacts. (Intro)April 10, 2026This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.Support us by... Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/joinBecome a patron: https://www.patreon.com/PsychologyInSeattleContact us/more info... Email: https://
Sleep Deprivation (2015 Rerun)
[Rerun] Dr. Kirk Honda talks with Kristin McGee about sleep deprivation and the difference between evening and morning people. May 13, 2015This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.Support us by... Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/joinBecome a patron: https://www.patreon.com/Psy
Narcissistic Abuse (Chap 1)
Dr Kirk Honda watches Chris from Love Is Blind S10 and reacts. (Intro)This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.Support us by... Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/joinBecome a patron: https://www.patreon.com/PsychologyInSeattleContact us/more info... Email: https://www.psychology
Chris Watts and the Seven Types of Family Annihilators (2020 Rerun)
[Rerun] What are the seven types of family annihilators? Why do these parents kill their family? Dr. Kirk Honda and Humberto explore the cases and the research. February 21, 2020This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.Support us by... Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/joinBecom
Manosphere Deep Dive (Chap 3)
Dr Kirk Honda watches the Netflix documentary Into the Manosphere (2026) and reacts. April 6, 2026This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.Support us by... Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/joinBecome a patron: https://www.patreon.com/PsychologyInSeattleContact us/more info... E
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