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One Man and His Therapist

One Man and His Therapist

By: Stephen Dalton | Zak Powers
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 Real, uncut talk therapy sessions between Stephen (client) and Zak (therapist) on all of the mental health and personal struggles every human faces in life. We hope the authentic nature of these sessions helps you on your own journey. There’s something for every human here. Ten years ago Stephen was lost. He needed guidance and help to find the person he knew was meant to be. One day, in 2015, after coming close to death and hitting new lows, he picked up the phone and called the number of a therapist in his hometown of Dublin, Ireland. The person who answered was a very respected Therapist called Zak. Zak went on to help Stephen find the person he was meant to be, and so much more. Zak helped Stephen get sober from alcohol and move into a thriving and deeply peaceful new chapter of his life. Then the therapy stopped for a few years, and both men went on with their lives. But now, Stephen and Zak have decided to start Therapy again. Only this time, you are also invited to listen. Disclaimer: The opinions expressed by our presenters are entirely their own. We believe in fostering an environment that values intellectual diversity, enabling our presenters to share their unique insights and viewpoints. It is crucial for our audience to recognize that the opinions articulated during the course of this program are those of the individual presenters and do not reflect or represent any other individuals, agencies or organisations. This show is not intended to diagnose, treat, or otherwise serve as mental health counseling for any listener. It is solely for the purposes of entertainment. If you have questions about your own mental health, please consult a qualified professional in your area.Stephen Wilson Hygiene & Healthy Living Psychology Psychology & Mental Health Social Sciences
Episodes
  • How to let go of GUILT and other people's EMOTIONAL BAGGAGE

    How to let go of GUILT and other people's EMOTIONAL BAGGAGE
    Apr 20 2026
    In this session, Stephen (the patient) and Zak (the therapist) discuss gratitude and having a daily practice. They discuss the feeling of weight that Stephen feels in terms of what he feels he has to carry on his shoulders in life. The central people that he has in life and how he feels guilt around them. They also discuss self care and plans for the future. This is Real Talk Therapy. And you are welcome to listen. #therapist #therapy #mentalhealth #guilt Disclaimer: Welcome to our Podcast - ‘One man and his therapist’ where the opinions expressed by our presenters are entirely their own. We believe in fostering an environment that values intellectual diversity, enabling our presenters to share their unique insights and viewpoints. It is crucial for our audience to recognize that the opinions articulated during the course of this program are those of the individual presenters and do not reflect or represent any other individuals, agencies or organisations. This show is not intended to diagnose, treat, or otherwise serve as mental health counseling for any listener. It is solely for the purposes of entertainment. If you have questions about your own mental health, please consult a qualified professional in your area. If you wish to contact Zak Powers please go to www.berginpsychological.com If you wish to contact Stephen Dalton go to www.stephendaltonvo.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    48 mins
  • REAL TALK THERAPY SESSION: Can I Fix My Parents???

    REAL TALK THERAPY SESSION: Can I Fix My Parents???
    Apr 12 2026
    Zak and Stephen talk about guilt. Guilt around family, and an underlying desire to fix his parents' problems. They discuss fear. Fear around various aspects of life. Stephen looks for validation on his journey and Zak proposes an alternative way to look at things. This is Real Talk Therapy. And you are welcome to listen. #therapist #therapy #mentalhealth #familyproblems #relationships Disclaimer: Welcome to our Podcast - ‘One man and his therapist’ where the opinions expressed by our presenters are entirely their own. We believe in fostering an environment that values intellectual diversity, enabling our presenters to share their unique insights and viewpoints. It is crucial for our audience to recognize that the opinions articulated during the course of this program are those of the individual presenters and do not reflect or represent any other individuals, agencies or organisations. This show is not intended to diagnose, treat, or otherwise serve as mental health counseling for any listener. It is solely for the purposes of entertainment. If you have questions about your own mental health, please consult a qualified professional in your area. If you wish to contact Zak Powers please go to www.berginpsychological.com If you wish to contact Stephen Dalton go to www.stephendaltonvo.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    48 mins
  • "You're Too Hard on Yourself!" REAL THERAPY SESSION

    "You're Too Hard on Yourself!" REAL THERAPY SESSION
    Apr 5 2026
    Zak (the Therapist) and Stephen (the patient) discuss the idea of softening. Softening towards the self and the world. They also discuss the idea of negative self talk and how that has changed for Stephen over the years. They talk about unconscious manipulation and how Stephen was surprised to learn something about his own behaviour in relation to this. They talk about how a person in addiction can be juvenile, manipulative and somewhat narcissistic. They talk about the ideas of labels we put on ourselves about depression, addiction etc. Instead of using a label, and being definite about anything, Zak suggests that it might be better to say “I am aware of this state or that state”. This is Real Talk Therapy. And you are welcome to listen. #therapist #therapy #mentalhealth #personaldevelopment #selfrespect #kindness #selfsabotage Disclaimer: Welcome to our Podcast - ‘One man and his therapist’ where the opinions expressed by our presenters are entirely their own. We believe in fostering an environment that values intellectual diversity, enabling our presenters to share their unique insights and viewpoints. It is crucial for our audience to recognize that the opinions articulated during the course of this program are those of the individual presenters and do not reflect or represent any other individuals, agencies or organisations. This show is not intended to diagnose, treat, or otherwise serve as mental health counseling for any listener. It is solely for the purposes of entertainment. If you have questions about your own mental health, please consult a qualified professional in your area. If you wish to contact Zak Powers please go to www.berginpsychological.com If you wish to contact Stephen Dalton go to www.stephendaltonvo.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    52 mins
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