Couch Therapy Podcast

The Crash: When Love Turns Deadly

In this episode, I break down Netflix’s The Crash, the documentary surrounding the 2022 case of Mackenzie Shirilla and the deaths of Dominic Russo and Davion Flanagan. I discuss why so many people believed from the beginning that this wasn’t an accident, the toxic dynamics between Dom and Mackenzie, the role her parents may have played through enabling and lack of accountability, and the emotional devastation experienced by the victims’ families. I also explore the psychology behind emotional manipulation, performative emotion, attachment issues, and what happens when untreated emotional instability collides with control, obsession, and rage. Disclaimer: This episode is commentary and therapeutic analysis based on publicly available information and the documentary. It is not a clinical diagnosis of any individual.

Michael Jackson: Pain Behind the Genius

In this episode of Couch Therapy, I review the new Michael Jackson film through a clinical and cultural lens. I explore the impact of childhood trauma, Michael’s complex relationship with his father and mother, and the emotional dynamics within the Jackson family—including his relationship with his brothers and his decision to leave the group. We also unpack the public scrutiny he faced, the allegations, and how fame, identity, and isolation intersect. This episode invites listeners to move beyond headlines and sit with the complexity of who Michael Jackson was—holding space for both his humanity and the conversations that surround his legacy.

Licensed to Heal

In this episode of Couch Therapy, I break down why licensure in the mental health field is essential—not optional. From ethical responsibility to clinical competence, I’m unpacking what it really means to be qualified to support others’ mental health, and the risks that come with unlicensed or misrepresented providers. I also talk about the impact of misinformation in the age of social media and how to discern credible mental health support from harmful advice. If you’re looking for culturally competent care, here are trusted Black mental health resources to get you started: * Therapy for Black Girls * Therapy for Black Men * Inclusive Therapists * Black Emotional and Mental Health Collective (BEAM) Your healing deserves qualified care—and I want you to feel confident in who you trust with it.

Love, Lies & Therapy Chairs: What Blue Therapy Taught Me About Dating

In this episode, Sigourney breaks down Blue Therapy beyond the drama, exploring the real relationship patterns underneath. Through the lens of attachment theory and DBT, she unpacks themes like trust, emotional regulation, communication breakdowns, and misaligned values. This episode invites you to reflect on your own dating patterns and consider whether you’re choosing from intention—or familiarity.

Blink Twice Review

In this episode, I’m breaking down Blink Twice—a psychological thriller that’s as unsettling as it is thought-provoking. From character analysis to deeper themes of power, control, and intuition, we explore what the film reveals about human behavior—and how those same dynamics show up in real life. We also unpack the eerie parallels to real-world situations involving wealth, secrecy, and influence—and why trusting your instincts is more important than ever. This isn’t just a movie review… it’s a conversation about awareness, power, and survival.