Podcast Therapy with Dr. Z

Why Am I Turning to Unhealthy Escapes?

May 15, 2026

In this very relatable episode, we meet Rachel, a young woman struggling with feeling unseen, misunderstood, and disconnected at home. With a painful relationship with her mother and a deep sense of loneliness, she turns to unhealthy escapes like talking to boys and engaging in inappropriate behaviors, searching for comfort, validation, and a sense of being wanted. Beneath the acting out is someone carrying real pain and longing to feel loved and understood.Dr. Zimmerman helps Rachel explore ...

My Porn Addiction Is Destroying My Marriage. Can I Change?

March 05, 2026

Trigger Warning: This episode discusses pornography addiction and sexual content.In this very honest conversation, Yaakov opens up about his chronic struggle with pornography addiction and the pain it has caused in every part of his life. Coming from a difficult childhood and becoming a baal teshuva, he shares how the lying, the shame, and the addiction led to separation from his wife and left him feeling disconnected from real Judaism. For Yaakov, watching porn often became the only way he f...

My Sister Tried to Kill Herself

January 07, 2026

In this raw and deeply vulnerable episode of Podcast Therapy, Miriam opens up about the impact of her sibling’s suicide attempt and the quiet pain that followed. While her sibling was hospitalized, Miriam found herself spiraling, feeling unseen, overwhelmed, and pushed to the edge emotionally.Dr. Z helps Miriam explore why vulnerability feels so difficult and what it means to find one safe person she can truly trust. Together, they uncover that healing does not start with having all the answe...