Episodes

  • The Final Frontier
    Sep 1 2023

    A very special thank you to all our listeners. We’ve greatly enjoyed producing this podcast for you. Don’t forget to take care of your mental health!

     

     Have a question for the show? Reach out to use below! 

    Eric Koll: Eric@KeystoneMentalHealth.com

    Natalie Jeung: natalie@skylightcounselingcenter.com

    www.otherworldtheatre.org

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    14 mins
  • Lantern Corps, Mental Health, and Values
    Jul 28 2023

    In this episode, I talk about what the Lantern Corps from DC comics can teach us about mental health and values. The values discussed in the episode are as follows:

    Inclusivity, Friendship, Adventure, Courtesy, Boldness, Health, Generosity, Thoughtfulness, Virtue, Fun, Openness, Security, Intimacy, Loving, Hard work, Authority, Honesty, Passion, Simplicity, Gentleness, Piety, Competency, Dependability, Creativity, Humor, Connection, Loyalty, Genuineness, Community, Discipline, Creation, Contribution, Autonomy, Helpfulness, Nonconformity, Respect, Knowledge, Leisure, Spirituality, Commitment, Growth, Courage, Responsibility, Tradition, Compassion, Challenge, Rationality, Peace, Problem solving, Curiosity, Ecology, Romance, Beauty, Justice

     

     Have a question for the show? Reach out to use below! 

    Eric Koll: Eric@KeystoneMentalHealth.com

    Natalie Jeung: natalie@skylightcounselingcenter.com

     

    www.otherworldtheatre.org/

     

     

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    18 mins
  • Turning Red with Dr. Lucia Cheng
    Jun 30 2023

    In this episode, Natalie and I are joined by special guest and friend of the show, Psychiatrist Dr. Lucia Chen of Phoenix Progressive Psychiatric Services. Join us as we discuss the movie Turning Red and explore themes of life transitions, coming of age, and Asian American culture.

     https://www.phoenixprogressivepsychiatricservices.com/

     Eric Koll: Eric@KeystoneMentalHealth.com

     

    Natalie Jeung: natalie@skylightcounselingcenter.com

     

    https://www.otherworldtheatre.org/

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    44 mins
  • Anger and Beef
    May 26 2023

    Join Natalie and Eric on a discussion on the Netflix TV series, Beef and how to manage feelings of Anger. Stay tuned at to the end to participate in a special exercise to promote relaxation (Progressive Muscle Relaxation).

    Eric Koll: Eric@KeystoneMentalHealth.com

    Natalie Jeung: natalie@skylightcounselingcenter.com

     

    https://www.otherworldtheatre.org/

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    38 mins
  • Video/Tabletop Games and Mental Health
    Apr 28 2023
    How do nerdy therapists incorporate the use of video and TTRPGs in a clinical setting? How can games help promote deeper insight, personal growth, and discovery? What can clients do to build more mental resilience using their favorite games? Join our cohosts as they dive into a geek-tastic exploration of mental health and gaming.
    Resources Mentioned:
    https://www.snakesandlattes.com/chicago

    https://www.otherworldtheatre.org/

    Emails: Natalie@OtherWorldTheatre.org

    Eric@OtherWorldTheatre.org  
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    33 mins
  • Author and Game Designer Rick Heinz Talks about TTRPG, LARPING, and mental health
    Feb 24 2023

    Join Natalie and Eric as they chat TTRPGs with author and game designer Rick Heinz. Rick is the author of countless game titles, has worked with Geek and Sundry, Nerdist, and is a co-founder of Storyteller's Forge. He is currently running a hugely successful crowdfunding campaign for his amazing adventure: The Black Ballad.

    Together, we three discuss role-playing games and community, grief, loss, speech impediments, and Larping. We are thrilled to host Rick for this special episode and hope you’ll consider backing his amazing work.

    Please use this link to support the Black Ballad's Backerkit . 

    https://bit.ly/3lEZdYZ

    Rick's links:

    https://www.rickheinzwrites.com/

    https://www.storytellersforge.com/

    www.OtherworldTheatre.org

    Emails:

    Eric Koll: Eric@KeystoneMentalHealth.com

    Natalie Jeung: natalie@skylightcounselingcenter.com

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    40 mins
  • Gamifying Goals
    Feb 24 2023
    Eric and Natalie talk about leveling up your life by "gamifying your goals." Learn about some unique tools and activities you can use to max your stats, grow your brain, and get involved in the community in Chicago and nationally. 
    Resources mentioned: 

    https://counterfeitcombat.wixsite.com/fight

    https://www.amazon.com/LoTR-Mental-Health-Journal-Eric/dp/B0BHKZFXDC/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=lotr+journal&qid=1674421624&sr=8-2

    https://theherosjournal.co/

    https://www.takethis.org/

    http://www.rexbox.co.uk/epicwin/

    https://habitica.com/static/home

    https://www.chicagoswordplayguild.com/

    https://gametogrow.org/

    https://gcxevent.com/

    https://letsplaytherapy.org/collections

    https://www.otherworldtheatre.org/

    Emails: Natalie@OtherWorldTheatre.org              Eric @OtherWorldTheatre.org
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    31 mins
  • New Year's Resolutions
    Jan 27 2023
    Welcome back!   After a brief break, Nerd Therapy Podcast is excited to help you welcome 2023 and all the changes this year presents. Join Natalie and Eric as they share a therapist's view of New Years Resolutions, learn how you can think like a therapist around identifying goals, setting habits, and how to make lasting changes.  Come back next month for an extended conversation on how to gamify your goals.    Resources mentioned:  www.NerdFitness.com www.otherworldtheatre.org   Emails: Natalie@OtherWorldTheatre.org              Eric @OtherWorldTheatre.org
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    30 mins