Is there a right way to grieve? In the Apple TV show, Shrinking, grief and loss are major themes throughout the first season, with each of the characters grieving their specific losses in their own unique way. Since death is an inevitable part of life, nearly all of us will experience the loss of a loved one at some point, just as many of us will face a time when we learn that our own death is on the horizon. What can we learn from Shrinking about what it feels like to grieve, and how can we use that knowledge to help ourselves through that process, and also to support others who are grieving as well? Grief and loss expert Erin Opoku, LPCC, joins the show to share her wisdom and experience on this important topic. 

When Therapists Watch TV is a podcast from Ellie Mental Health where we react to and discuss today's buzz-worthy TV shows and what they can teach us about ourselves, our relationships, and the world around us. This podcast is hosted Dr. Terri Bly, PsyD, an avid watcher of television and licensed clinical psychologist. Each season, we will feature shows we think does an excellent job portraying some aspect of being human. With the help of other mental health professionals and subject matter experts, we will explore how television tackles important topics such as mental health, relationships, addiction, grief and loss, parenting - all that good human stuff. Ellie Mental Health is an outpatient mental health clinic that began in St. Paul, Minnesota and has continued to expand to over 20 clinics in Minnesota and a growing number of franchises across the country (we'll be opening over 500 locations in communities nationwide in the near future!!). Find out more at elliementalhealth.com #therapy #therapistreacts #shrinking