Drop In

Drop In

A podcast where we have open, authentic conversations about ALL THINGS mental health!.. Although it may not smell as musty as your therapist's couch... this podcast is hosted by therapist and licensed psychologist, Dr. Justin Puder, aka "Dr. J" or amoderntherapist on social media. In each episode of Drop In, Dr. J and his guests will explore not only the science and technical aspects specific mental health phenomena but also share their personal experiences. It’s not always easy, but Dr. J believes being vulnerable is the best way to crush the stigma around mental health!

Episodes

July 13, 2025 57 mins

Licensed Psychologists Jackie and Justin explore the complexities of masculinity and its impact on mental health. They discuss various types of masculinity, including toxic masculinity, and how these constructs affect emotional expression and mental well-being. The conversation highlights the challenges men face in seeking therapy and the importance of authenticity and vulnerability in fostering healthy relationships. They also tou...

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Licensed Psychologists Justin and Jackie explore the complexities of ADHD, including its definition, symptoms, and the misconceptions surrounding it. They discuss personal experiences with ADHD, the challenges faced in daily life, and the importance of understanding gender differences in presentation. The conversation emphasizes the significance of emotional regulation, communication strategies, and the role of curiosity in relatio...

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June 29, 2025 49 mins

Licensed Psychologists Justin and Jackie explore the intersection of AI and mental health, discussing the growing use of AI tools like ChatGPT in therapy. They delve into the generational differences in perceptions of AI, the effectiveness of AI in providing mental health support, and the ethical considerations surrounding its use. The discussion also touches on personal experiences with AI as a therapeutic tool, the importance of ...

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June 21, 2025 55 mins

Licensed Psychologists Jackie and Justin explore the complexities of modern dating, particularly in the context of mental health. They discuss the impact of isolation on dating, the evolution of dating apps, and the frustrations many face with online dating. The conversation also delves into gender dynamics, cultural influences, and the importance of intentions in dating. They emphasize the need for social skills and the role of se...

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In this episode Dr. J chats with "Dr. Funnies" the brains behind the hit social media page @MentalHealthFunnies . So what role does humor have in the therapy? Can humor help your mental health? These questions and all your awesome questions straight from instagram ANSWERED! 

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In this episode, Dr. J tackles all your thoughtful questions straight-off instagram once again! Great questions like: "Why is the concept of you are not your thoughts so confusing?", "What are your best tips for Seasonal Affective Disorder", "How do you know when it's time to seek professional help and/or medication for grief?" and many more! 

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This week on Drop In with Dr. J, licensed psychologist Dr. Jessica Rabon comes by to breakdown SPOOKY trends in mental health. Dr. Jess shares her insights working in a hospital setting related to substance use and access to mental health care. Both Dr. J's discuss the impact of self-diagnosing from TikTok. They also process your instagram comments from the prompt What Frightens you within Mental Health like; "Having the fear my th...

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On this week’s episode of Drop In with Dr. J, Kristen Gingrich AKA @notyouraveragethrpst joins the show! Kristen and Dr. J open-up and process how they have grown through their traumatic experiences. They discuss the pros and cons of different psychotherapies for healing trauma. They also tackle listener questions from Instagram like: "Is it true that with trauma therapy it gets worse before it gets better?" and "How can you recove...

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On this week’s episode of Drop In with Dr. J, Jimmy Wightman, AKA @that_meditation_guy joins the show and talks about how he went from the clubbing scene to meditation retreats. Jimmy shares the profound impact meditation has had on his mental health even when he was skeptical about it during his initial attempts. He also discusses how you can begin a meditation practice even if sitting still isn't your thing. As always, Dr. J...

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It's that time again for licensed psychologist Dr. Justin Puder to answer your mental health questions straight off Instagram! Dr. J dives into the importance of suicide awareness month, discusses whether we can talk "too much" in therapy, and gives tips on what you can do if you have a chronically cranky partner. All these questions AND MORE explored from your thoughtful instagram questions. 

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This week on Drop In with Dr. J, Patricia Lamas LCSW, shares her relationship expertise as we explore how to build a secure relationship. Patricia shares her experiences working with couples (and in her own romanic relationship) of how to create a rewarding relationship that shares a common direction. Dr. J and Patricia also trek up the mountain of instagram questions helping to provide navigation for great questions like; "What sh...

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On this week’s episode of Drop In with Dr. J, Jenny Helms-Calvin joins the show! Jenny is a Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist (LCMFT), who owns the largest mental health practice in Kansas. She also has a new book set to be released November 1st called: "Beneath the Bullsh*t: A Guide for Rediscovering Your Awesomeness." Dr. J and Jenny share their personal experiences struggling with self-confidence and name steps you...

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On this week’s episode of Drop In, Dr. J welcomes Dr. Carolyn Rubenstein (follow her here) to the show who is a licensed psychologist in private practice in Florida who specializes in anxiety, burnout, and perfectionism. Dr. Rubenstein is also the Chief Wellness Adviser for Misfits Gaming Group, a global esports and entertainment leader. In this episode we discuss what IS burnout, how to prevent, and recover from it. You'll also le...

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August 9, 2022 69 mins

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Well folks, this is it for Season 1 of Drop In with Dr. J! In this week’s episode, Dr. J answers as many of your 🔥 questions as he can. Tune in to hear his thoughts on how to be more “go-with-the-flow,” how to know when you are ready to be done therapy and how to move past that thing that you think you...

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On this week’s episode of Drop In, Dr. J welcomes Jess Sprengle to the show, a mental health professional specializing in eating disorders, disordered eating and body image disturbances. Now, we know those are all big terms but Jess and Dr. J break them down for you! The terms are used to talk about men...

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Ever wondered what your therapist is reaallly thinking while you’re on their couch sharing your thoughts and feelings? Well wonder no longer because in this week’s episode of Drop In, Dr. Justin Puder and Shani Tran tell us! Do they get annoyed when we overshare? Do they feel awkward while we ugly cry? ...

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Welcome to another episode of Drop In with Dr. J! This week, Jenna Overbaugh drops in to shed more light on postpartum depression, postpartum anxiety, and postpartum OCD. Sometimes they’re all related and sometimes they’re not! But postpartum mental health concerns for new parents are definitely more co...

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On this week’s episode of Drop In, Dr. J invites Amy Tran to pop by for a discussion on choosing grad school AND what it means to be an empath! Listen in to get their opinion on doing a masters vs a doctorate, how to prep for both, and how to evaluate if you might be running out of steam trying to do it...

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June 15, 2022 64 mins

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In this week’s episode of Drop In, Dr. J is flying solo without a guest! Here we are trying a new thing and not being at ALL terrified of the outcome!!! Jk, there was a ton of imposter syndrome manifesting from the moment we planned it all the way until we started recording. And yet, this episode is aut...

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tw: school shootings, trauma

Dr. Jessica Rabon drops in this week to chat about a difficult and important and unfortunately very timely topic: how to talk to kids about trauma in the wake of school shootings. Both Dr. J and Dr. Jessica are based in the U.S. and this particular topic hits close to h...

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