Your Unpaid Therapists

Valery gets riled up discussing the men & women who agree to do things to get ahead then turn around and claim they've been harassed or mistreated. This all came into her orbit after decided she no longer liked Blake Lively after seeing an interview where Blake seemed rude. Months later Valery found out there was a smear campaign against Blake shortly after Blake filed for harassment on set. While the truth is unknown and lawsuits are flying all over the place, the one thing Valery stays adamant about is being an actor that has a voice to set boundaries, especially when you're a producer on the project. Matt Marr guests sharing his own thoughts on feeling pressured at work to do uncomfortable things in order to not lose a job while Alikona also hops on board to play devil's advocate. While entertainment news isn't typically our jam, speak out in uncomfortable situations is. So we wanted to talk about it! What do you think? Leave us your thoughts below! XOXO Bestie! P.S. You know the drill!! But if you don't, be sure to follow us @yourunpaidtherapists & Matt Marr too @themattmarr

Thanks to IG people are suddenly throwing the term narcissist around like it ain't nuthin' but a G thang. However, there are so many layers to that word and whom it truly applies to. And sure, we've all dated our share of selfish folks, but it's helpful to know if you're dealing with a legit narcissist or perhaps if you are one. So our awesome returning friend, Matt Marr, joins Valery & Alikona in break-break-breakin' it down! This is supppper informative and we hope you get something from it. XOXO Bestie!!P.S. If you haven't already, find Matt on IG @themattmarr and your girls @yourunpaidtherapists

Happy New-New! With 2025 promising a new beginning (if you're into that) and the excitement of a promising future, Alikona & Valery know how easy it is let those goals and resolutions slowly dwindle with out the RIGHT motivation. So in this episode the ladies are breaking down their best tips for sticking to the milestones that will keep you rocking towards your dreams! Let's get iiiiiiiii! You got this bestie, and be sure to share some of these aspirations in the comment section so Alikona & Valery can cheer you on!XOXO Bestie!! You know the drill, but if you don't... Find YUPT on IG @yourunpaidtherapists and on Patreon at www.tinyurl.com/YourUnpaidTherapists =)

After dealing with multiple failures and allowing life to lead her in a new directions towards success, Kit Rich found herself amidst a depression during the pandemic. Rather than letting it break her, she decided to return to her passion, put pen to paper, and write a screenplay. This self expression led to directing a movie for the first time which went on to receive an array of accolades at film festivals. In today's episode, Kit discusses her emotional journey as well as some of the challenges of trusting the process when you've never done something before but just know it will work out! You can find Kit's film (and Valery in it as well), Isabel's Garden, on Amazon and Apple TV starting in January 2025. Enjoyed this EP & Kit? Find her on IG @onlykitrich or @isabelsgardenmovie

Ho-Ho-Ho Bestie!!! This holiday season you may have been running a muck in those malls and ready for a nap, but before you close those weary eyes, take a beat and celebrate you! Val & Alikona know it might feel a little weird gifting yourself when you're supposed to be gifting others, but it's so important to fill thy cup!!! So whether it's a monetary gift or not, they want you to treat yo self!!! This episode Valery & Alikona cover some pretty stellar ways you can do just that! May these days, no matter what you celebrate, be merry and bright!!! XOXO Bestie!!P.S. Be sure to stay up to date on all the things on IG @yourunpaidtherapists and find fun extras on Patreon www.tinyurl.com/YourUnpaidTherapists

We're told that T'is the season for joy & happiness, but sometimes happy can be hard to find during the holidays, whether it's because of a life circumstance or you're just not feeling the consumerism of this time of year. Regardless, you deserve to feel happy! So in this episode, Valery & Alikona talk about all they ways they like to combat loneliness or somber feelings in hopes it will inspire you to try a little sumthin', sumthin' new to change up your holiday vibe. And even if you are in the zone of happy, you'll still leave this pod with some fun practices that will having you buzzing with that good juju! XOXO Besties! Merry ho-ho's, happy candle lighting, and all the things! P.S. Be sure to find your besties on IG @yourunpaidtherapists & on Patreon for the extra perks www.tinyurl.com/YourUnpaidTherapists

Have you even been in a relationship where it just to that point? Gosh, we hope not, but that *ish happens! In this episode Valery brings up her guilty pleasure, a TV show called Ultimatum, which she can whole heartedly relate to. She gets vulnerable in sharing an ultimatum that didn’t go as she expected while Alikona shares her dislike for giving & receiving them. Love is such a complex emotions and we’re here to talk about it allllll! As always, find us on IG @yourunpaidtherapists and find those extra perks n’ goodies on patron www.tinyurl.com/YourUnpaidTherapists

So the saying goes, "never mix business with pleasure," but odds are everyone's ignored that at least ONCE in their lives and it was either awesome or shit went down in flames! This week Valery's boo thang, David Hicks, joins us as we discuss taking friendships or relationships to a totally different level by getting involved through either business, investments, or just plain ol' moving in with someone (friend or lover) and finding out they are a total nightmare. How do you deal? How do you succeed? We discuss it all and get down with some pretty awesome songs of the week! If ya know, ya know! XOXO BestieFor more goodness & perks, find us on Patreon at www.tinyurl.com/YourUnpaidTherapists

Justin Timberlake & NSYNC made saying goodbye seem so easy! But ending a relationship; be it with a love interest, a friend, or family member, can be very difficult. And sommmmmmetimes we do it in unhealthy ways that involve talking a LOT of shit about the other person whilst forgetting the blessing that came from knowing the person. So, today your besties discuss how they’ve been challenged with some rough goodbyes and how they’ve done their best to do it with grace. And not just giving themselves grace, but the other person and the situation. By the way, if you’ve found some awesome ways to cope with your own goodbyes, we’d love to hear them! Leave your story below! And while you’re at it, find your besties on IG @yourunpaidtherapists and on Patreon www.tinyurl.com/YourUnpaidTherapists XOXO!