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.
In Session with Nat & Ang
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 talked about in our Arab American community, and why we wanted to create a safe space where people can be open, honest, and supported.
We also explain what therapy really looks like. We clear up the idea that therapists are there to “fix” people. We talk about the difference between therapy for adults and therapy for kids, and what those sessions can look like.
We share personal stories about growing up, dealing with cultural pressure, and learning how important it is to have support—whether that’s family, friends, or your church group.
This episode has laughs, real moments, and lots of encouragement for anyone who feels alone or scared to ask for help. We also introduce Therapy Thursdays, where you can send in your questions or stories and hear our honest thoughts.
If you want to learn more about mental health or just feel understood, we’re here for you—one conversation at a time.
Episode Chapters:
00:00 Mental Health Stigma Discussion
05:05 "Discovering Psychology as a Calling"
08:46 "Therapists Guide, Not Fix"
09:46 "You Have the Tools Within"
15:25 Stigma Blocking Mental Health Help
18:00 Fear of Stigma in Community
22:06 "Encouragement and Community Support"
23:58 "Finding Uplifting Community Spaces"
28:09 "Shared Experiences and Connection"
29:51 "Layers of Mental Health"
35:16 "Embracing 'What Ifs' and 'Even Ifs'"
39:03 Therapy Thursday: Mental Health Q&A
41:15 "Therapy Thursday Listener Feedback"