Psychology In Seattle
Hosted by Psychology In Seattle
A licensed therapist and professor analyzes reality TV, pop culture, and recorded therapy sessions through a clinical, educational lens.
This high-frequency podcast is a deep-dive into applied psychology, where host Dr. Kirk Honda uses his clinical expertise to dissect human behavior. Episodes range from academic discussions on topics like Stoicism to reaction-style commentary on reality shows like "Love is Blind" and analysis of actual therapy sessions found online. Dr. Honda is often joined by co-hosts, including Humberto Castañeda, who provides a "layperson's voice" to ground the clinical conversation.
“The show's prolific output of 8-20 episodes per week and its blend of high-brow clinical analysis with low-brow reality TV reactions sets it apart. Unlike many self-help podcasts, this one focuses on deconstructing behavior and media from an educational, psychodynamic viewpoint.”
Who hosts this show
Dr. Kirk Honda is a Seattle-based psychotherapist, professor, and podcaster. He holds a Doctorate in Psychology and a Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy, has been a practicing therapist since 1996, and a professor at Antioch University Seattle since 1998. Since 2008, his podcast has served as an educational platform, applying psychological concepts to a vast range of topics, from analyzing reality television to discussing clinical theory.
Credentials & credits
- Doctorate in Psychology (PsyD), Antioch University Seattle
- Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy, Antioch University Seattle
- Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
- Professor, Antioch University Seattle
- Psychotherapist in private practice since 1996
- Bachelor's in Business, University of Washington
Other ventures
- Private psychotherapy practice
- Patreon community with exclusive episodes
- YouTube channel memberships
- Merchandise store
- Board president of the non-profit Game To Grow
What kind of podcast
- Country
- United States
- Region
- usa
When new episodes drop
- 01Narcissist in Therapy - Therapist Reacts #3Jun 26, 2026 · 11 min
- 02Stoicism SucksJun 26, 2026 · 1h 40m
- 03Love Is Blind UK2 #20 (Confronting Kal) Therapist ReactsJun 25, 2026 · 40 min
- 04Narcissist in Therapy - Therapist Reacts #2Jun 24, 2026 · 14 min
- 05Choked by My Mormon TherapistJun 24, 2026 · 1h 56m
- 06Love Is Blind UK2 #19 (The Weddings) Therapist ReactsJun 23, 2026 · 17 min
Notable episodes
- 01Stoicism Sucks
A representative example of a deep-dive episode where Dr. Honda and co-host Humberto Castañeda debate the pros and cons of a popular philosophy.
- 02Narcissist in Therapy - Therapist Reacts #3
Showcases the popular reaction format, with Dr. Honda providing clinical commentary on a therapy session video from another YouTube channel.
- 03Choked by My Mormon Therapist
An example of the show's interview format, featuring a powerful, in-depth conversation with a survivor of therapist abuse.
- 04Love Is Blind UK2 #20 (Confronting Kal) Therapist Reacts
Highlights the application of psychological concepts, like attachment theory, to the interpersonal drama of popular reality TV shows.
What you'll be asked on this show
Formats vary from solo deep dives and co-hosted discussions to interviews and reaction commentaries. Dr. Honda maintains a calm, professorial tone, methodically explaining complex theories. A significant portion of the content, particularly extended versions of episodes, is reserved for paying members on Patreon or YouTube.
Questions Psychology In Seattle keeps coming back to
- “How do you feel about this?”
- “What do you know about [topic]?”
- “What has [concept] become?”
- “What could have happened?”
- “Why would you get married?”
- “What is going on with this person?”
- “What could you imagine being the good side of this?”
Signature segments
- · Reacting to and analyzing video clips (reality TV, therapy sessions)
- · Paywalling the remainder of an episode for members
- · Answering patron emails with a co-host
- · The sign-off: "Please take care of yourself, because you deserve it."
- · Co-host Humberto Castañeda's humorous introductions
Topics covered repeatedly
Who gets booked here
Guests are often regular co-hosts like Humberto Castañeda, individuals sharing personal stories of trauma or therapy, or the subjects of video analysis. The show features fewer traditional, topic-expert interviews and more long-form conversations or reactions.
- Humberto Castañedaon Stoicism Sucks
- Mia Chardon Choked by My Mormon Therapist
- Dr. Igor Weinbergon Narcissist in Therapy - Therapist Reacts #3
- Jacob (from Borderliner Notes)on Narcissist in Therapy - Therapist Reacts #3
- Kal & Srover (Love is Blind UK)on Love Is Blind UK2 #20 (Confronting Kal) Therapist Reacts
Where to find this show
Audience & reach
The podcast is supported by major sponsors like BetterHelp and heavily promotes its own paid memberships on Patreon and YouTube for access to a large back-catalog of exclusive content. This direct-support model appears to be the primary business strategy, with Dr. Honda now identifying as a full-time podcaster.
Subscriber and view counts are pulled live from YouTube and re-verified on a 30-day cycle. Listener estimates for the RSS feed aren't published here unless they're host-verified.
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People also ask
- What are Dr. Kirk Honda's qualifications?
- Dr. Kirk Honda holds a Doctorate in Psychology (PsyD) and a Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy. He has been a licensed therapist since 1996 and a professor at Antioch University Seattle since 1998.
- Who is the co-host Humberto?
- Humberto Castañeda is a regular co-host and co-owner of the podcast who provides the "layperson's voice" to complement Dr. Honda's clinical expertise. He is not a clinician.
- What is the format of the show?
- Episodes vary widely, including clinical deep dives, reactions to videos (like reality TV or therapy sessions), interviews, and episodes dedicated to answering listener emails.
- Is the podcast still active?
- Yes, the podcast is extremely active, publishing between 8 and 20 new episodes per week across its podcast feed and YouTube channel.
- How can I access exclusive content?
- Exclusive audio episodes are available by becoming a patron on Patreon, while exclusive videos are available by becoming a YouTube channel member. These are separate subscriptions.
- Does listening to the podcast constitute therapy?
- No. The podcast explicitly states that its content is for educational, informational, and entertainment purposes only and does not constitute therapy or create a therapist-client relationship.
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