In Session with Nat & Ang
Welcome to In Session with Nat & Ang!
We’re Nat and Ang, and this podcast is a safe space where we talk about mental health, real life, and what it’s like being Arab American.
Each episode, we open up about the struggles, thoughts, and feelings that many of us keep inside. We talk about balancing both parts of who we are, learning how to cope, and finding tools and resources that actually help.
You’ll hear vulnerable moments, silly conversations, and unexpected stories as we figure things out together.
Join us In Session and walk with us on this journey—one honest conversation at a time.
Episodes
22 episodes
The Reason You Can't Trust Anyone Might Have Nothing to Do With Them
You say you trust people. But do you? Or are you just waiting for them to prove you right about what you already believe — that everyone eventually lets you down?In this episode, we get into the thing nobody wants to admit: that most of ...
What Would You Tell Your 18-Year-Old Self? (The Answer Might Make You Cry)
Someone asked us a question that hit harder than we expected: if you could give your 18-year-old self one piece of advice, what would it be? And honestly, I didn't think I'd get this emotional about it.We went back to who we were at 18. ...
Your Brain Is Lying to You. Here's What Depression Actually Looks Like
You've probably said it before. "I'm so depressed." But do you actually know what depression looks like when it's real... when it's clinical... when it's the kind that convinces you there's no point in getting out of bed, seeing your friends, o...
The Real Reason You're Stuck in a Situationship (It's Not Him)
You like him. He seems like he likes you. But nothing's moving forward and you have no idea where you stand.Sound familiar?We're breaking down situationships today… why they happen, why we stay in them way too long, and why the an...
Autism in Our Community: The Conversation We've Been Avoiding
There's a conversation happening in almost every Arab household right now… but most families are having it behind closed doors. Parents are scared. They have questions. And they don't know where to turn because nobody in our community is talkin...
Body Image, Beauty Standards, and the Lies Our Culture Taught Us
You've been hearing it your whole life. From family, from social media, from random people who feel entitled to comment on your body like it's their business. And at some point, you stopped questioning it and just believed them.In this ...
The Dangerous Line Between Ambition and Losing Yourself
We all came from the same place. Our parents came here with nothing… just a dream and a plan to survive. So how did we go from chasing safety to chasing status? And why does it feel like no matter how much we get, it's never enough?This ...
Your Friend Isn't Ignoring You. She's Doing This Instead
We used to think a real friendship meant fighting hard, making up harder, and proving your love through the drama. I was wrong. In this episode, we're getting into the messy middle of adult friendships… the ones that drain you, the ones that dr...
The Real Reason Working Moms Carry So Much Guilt (And Why It's a Lie)
You've been told there's a right way to be a mom. Stay home, take care of the house, put everyone else first — and if you work, you're doing it wrong. But what if both sides of that argument are missing the point entirely?In this episode...
The Family Dynamic That Quietly Destroys Marriages
We grew up hearing that marriage should last no matter what.No one talked about what happens when it turns toxic.In this conversation, we dig into the quiet struggles many couples face but rarely admit out loud. We talk about fami...
The Hidden Roles That Quietly Shape Every Family
Most people think they grew up in the same family as their siblings.But that’s not really true.In this episode, I talk about the hidden roles that form inside families… the labels we get as kids… and how those roles quietly...
The Real Reason We Numb Our Feelings
A lot of people asked us to talk about addiction.Not just drinking. Not just smoking. Not just gambling.But why it feels so normal. Why it feels everywhere. And why so many of us say, “I’m fine,” when we’re not.Here’s the h...
The Signs You’re in a Toxic Relationship (And You’re Ignoring Them)
Let us say this first — you are not crazy.If you’ve ever cried all the time… felt like you were losing yourself… or kept asking, “Was it me?” — this episode is for you.We talk about toxic relationships in a real way. Not the Insta...
Why Avoiding Anxiety Is Making It Worse: Real Experiences, Therapy Tools, and Everyday Solutions
Let’s be honest.Most of us think anxiety means something is wrong with us.But what if that’s not true?In this episode, I break down what anxiety really is, why your brain goes into fight, flight, or freeze… and the mistake ...
Finding Love Everywhere: Why Valentine’s Day Is More Than Just Romance
With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, we just wanted to sit down and talk about love. And not just the flowers and chocolate kind. Not just the “do I have a date?” kind. But real love.We talk about how Valentine’s Day felt when w...
Letting Go vs Giving Up: The Difference Nobody Talks About
Today we wanted to talk about failure… because so many of us feel like we’re failing, even when we’re trying our best.I’ve been carrying this belief that if I stop, if I slow down, or if I let something go… it means I failed. And ...
Dating in the Arab Community: Taboo, Trust & Talking About It
Why is dating such a big deal in Arab families—and why does it feel so judged?IToday we get real about dating while Arab American. From navigating reputation and cultural expectations to building trust and making your own choices, they ...
The Truth About Parenting Styles: Techniques, Tips & What Works
The Truth About Parenting Styles: What Actually WorksBeing a parent is tough, especially when everyone online tells you something different. In this episode, two mental health experts talk about different parenting styles and what they s...
The Ghosts of Christmas Past - Why Ghosting Hurts So Much
Welcome back to In Session with Nat & Ang!Today we dive into the topic of “ghosting”—what it means, why it happens, and how it can make us feel, especially around the holidays.We share some personal stories and talk openly abo...
Why We Feel Jealous Even About People We Love
Hey everyone! Welcome back to In Session with Nat & Ang.In today’s episode, we talk all about jealousy—especially when we feel it toward people we love, like our friends or family. We ask a big question: is it normal to feel...
Starting Our Mental Health Podcast: Real Talk About Therapy, Culture, and Being Arab American
Welcome to the very first episode of In Session with Nat & Ang! We’re so excited you’re here.In this episode, we introduce ourselves and share why we chose to become therapists. We talk about how mental health is not always ...