Richard Davidson, Eric Forbis and Craig Hendry
This is Why Musicians Need Therapy is a podcast hosted by three musicians diving headfirst into the worlds of music, creativity, mental health, and everyday life. From the highs of performing to the struggles of anxiety, burnout, depression, and self-doubt, no topic is off limits.
While the show is rooted in the experiences of musicians and artists, the conversations connect with anyone navigating the challenges of being human. Along the way, we mix honest discussion with plenty of humor, sarcasm, stories from the music scene, and the occasional tangent only musicians could understand.
Whether you're a music lover, a working artist, or just someone trying to survive modern life with your sanity intact, This is Why Musicians Need Therapy offers relatable conversations, laughs, and real talk about the things people usually keep to themselves.
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Are you having a hard time drumming up a little hope in your life? Well, then this week’s Between the Episodes might be just what you need. Join us as we talk about hope, mental health, and finding your way forward when life feels a little overwhelming. Give it a listen, won’t you? ❤️ #BetweenTheEpisodes #MentalHealth #FindingHope #MentalWellness #MentalHealthMatters
I wasn't exactly raised to talk about my feelings and emotions. In fact, quite the opposite. So while I've learned that being open, vulnerable, and honest about mental health is healthy, that doesn't mean it comes naturally. In this episode of Between Episodes, I talk about that conflict, and why I'm going to keep opening up, even if part of me is still uncomfortable doing it. Sometimes personal growth isn't about becoming comfortable. It's about doing the uncomfortable thing anyway. ❤️ #BetweenEpisodes #MentalHealthMatters #EmotionalWellness #Vulnerability #MentalHealthAwareness
Okay... before you panic, hear us out. Being a gigging musician isn't just about playing music. It's late nights, weekends, holidays, missed birthdays, family dinners, soccer games, and trying to figure out how to be a great musician without forgetting how to be a great husband or dad. In this episode of This Is Why Musicians Need Therapy, Rich Davidson, Eric Forbis, and Craig Hendry have an honest, and occasionally funny, conversation about the unique challenges of balancing life on stage with life at home. We talk about the guilt that comes with missing important family moments, the sacrifices our spouses and children make, and the constant struggle to find that elusive work-life balance. Whether you're a working musician, someone with an unconventional schedule, or anyone who's ever wondered if they're giving enough to the people they love, this conversation is for you. Because sometimes the hardest part of chasing your dream... is making sure it doesn't come at the expense of the people who helped you chase it. 🎧 Listen now, and if this episode resonates with you, don't forget to like, subscribe, follow, and share. Every listen helps us reach more musicians, and more people, who could use an honest conversation about life, music, and mental health. #WorkLifeBalance #MusicianLife #MentalHealthMatters #MusicPodcast #ThisIsWhyMusiciansNeedTherapy
Yeah... we know. That's a bold title. 😄 But hear us out. How many times have you caught yourself saying, "I'll be happy when..." "I'll be happy when I get the promotion." "I'll be happy when I buy the house." "I'll be happy when I finally make it." The problem? We spend so much of our lives postponing happiness that we miss the small moments happening right in front of us. We put joy on layaway, convincing ourselves that fulfillment is waiting somewhere in the future—when, more often than not, it's hiding in the ordinary moments we barely notice. Welcome to Between Episodes, our new short-form series from This Is Why Musicians Need Therapy. Every other week, one of us drops in for a quick five to ten-minute conversation about mental health, music, life, or whatever's been on our mind lately. No long interviews. No rabbit trails. Just honest conversations you can take with you into the rest of your day. So, is happiness really something we find... or is it something we practice? Give this first episode a listen, and then tell us in the comments: What are you waiting on before you let yourself be happy?
Have you ever been in the middle of an amazing concert, a great movie, or a long-awaited vacation... only to catch yourself thinking about the moment ending before it's even over? In this week's episode of This Is Why Musicians Need Therapy, Rich explores what it means to struggle with living in the present. Why do some of us spend so much time anticipating the end of life's best moments instead of fully experiencing them? Is it anxiety, habit, or something deeper? Through the lens of a working musician, this honest and personal conversation looks at how our minds can pull us out of the present and into the future, and how that can quietly steal our joy. Whether you're a musician or not, if you've ever found yourself worrying about tomorrow while today is still unfolding, this episode is for you. Join the conversation, and don't forget to follow, share, and leave us a review if the episode resonates with you.
What does it really mean to get better? In Episode 16 of This Is Why Musicians Need Therapy,Rich, Eric, Craig and guest Jean "Jon-Jon" Moore explore the ongoing journey of improving our mental health, finding balance, and becoming healthier versions of ourselves. From the books that have changed our perspectives to the value of therapy, self-reflection, and personal growth, this episode is an honest conversation about what healing actually looks like. Mental wellness isn't a destination, it's a life long process. We share our own experiences with learning, growing, overcoming setbacks, and finding healthier ways to navigate life as musicians and as people. As always, the serious conversations are balanced with plenty of laughs,stories, and the kind of banter that happens when four friends get behind the microphones. Whether you're a musician, creative, or simply someone looking to improve your mental well-being, Getting Better is a reminder that growth doesn't require perfection, it just requires taking the next step. 🎙️ Listen now and join the conversation. We'd love to hear what's helped you grow, heal, or see life from a different perspective. #MusicianMentalHealth #MentalHealthPodcast#PersonalGrowth #SelfImprovement #CreativeWellness
How do you know when it's time to say no? For musicians, creatives, and anyone chasing a passion, saying "yes" can feel like the only option. Every gig, every opportunity, every favor, it all seems too important to pass up. But constantly putting everyone else first can lead to burnout, resentment, and the loss of the very thing that made you love music in the first place. In this episode of This Is Why Musicians Need Therapy, Rich, Eric, Craig and a special guest tackle one of the toughest skills a musician can learn: setting healthy boundaries. They share personal stories, hard-earned lessons, and plenty of laughs while exploring why saying "no" isn't selfish, it's essential for protecting your mental health, your relationships, and your creativity. As always, the conversation balances honest discussions about life in the music industry with humor, real-world experiences, and the occasional tangent that reminds us why making music is still one of the best jobs in the world. Whether you're a full-time musician, weekend warrior, songwriter, performer, or simply someone trying to find a healthier work-life balance, this episode offers practical insights and relatable stories that might just change the way you think about boundaries. 🎙️ Listen now and join the conversation. When was the last time saying "no" turned out to be the best decision you could have made? #MusicianMentalHealth #MentalHealthPodcast #MusicIndustry #CreativeWellness
Welcome to Part 1 of Let's Talk Music, a special episode of This Is Why Musicians Need Therapy. Join us as we dive into a wide-ranging conversation about music itself, what we love, what drives us crazy, and where we think the music industry is headed in the years to come. From favorite genres and musical trends to the changing landscape of streaming, technology, and music discovery, this episode is a candid discussion between three musicians who have spent decades living and breathing music. Whether you're a musician, songwriter, music fan, or just someone who loves a good conversation about the art form that shapes our lives, this episode is packed with opinions, insights, and plenty of laughs. Subscribe and follow This Is Why Musicians Need Therapy for more conversations about music, creativity, mental health, the music business, and life as a working musician.
Welcome to Part 1 of Let's Talk Music, a special episode of This Is Why Musicians Need Therapy. Join us as we dive into a wide-ranging conversation about music itself, what we love, what drives us crazy, and where we think the music industry is headed in the years to come. From favorite genres and musical trends to the changing landscape of streaming, technology, and music discovery, this episode is a candid discussion between three musicians who have spent decades living and breathing music. Whether you're a musician, songwriter, music fan, or just someone who loves a good conversation about the art form that shapes our lives, this episode is packed with opinions, insights, and plenty of laughs. Subscribe and follow This Is Why Musicians Need Therapy for more conversations about music, creativity, mental health, the music business, and life as a working musician.
Who helped shape you as a musician? In this episode of This Is Why Musicians Need Therapy (TIWMNT), Rich Davidson, Eric Forbis, and Craig Hendry look into the complicated world of musical mentors. From the teachers, bandmates, and industry veterans who inspire us to grow, to the mentors whose influence can sometimes hold us back, we explore how mentorship can impact a musician's career, creativity, confidence, and mental health. Along the way, we share personal stories, hard-earned lessons, and plenty of laughs as we unpack the people who helped make us the musicians we are today, for better and sometimes for worse. If you've ever had a mentor, been a mentor, or are trying to find your own path in music, this episode is for you. 🎙️ New episodes of This Is Why Musicians Need Therapy explore the realities of life as a musician, balancing humor, honesty, and conversations about creativity, mental health, and the music industry. #MusiciansLife #MusicIndustry #MusicianMentalHealth #MusicPodcast
In this episode of This Is Why Musicians Need Therapy, hosts Richard, Eric, and Craig sit down with musician and industry veteran John Turnbull to tackle one of the biggest questions facing music today: Is artificial intelligence changing music forever? From AI-generated songs and virtual artists to songwriting tools and recording technology, we explore whether AI is a genuine threat to human creativity or simply the latest tool in a musician's arsenal. Is the fear surrounding artificial intelligence justified, or is this another cycle of technological panic that artists have faced before? Join us for an honest, thought-provoking conversation about the future of music, creativity, technology, and what it means to be a human artist in the age of AI. Whether you're a musician, songwriter, producer, music fan, or simply curious about where technology is taking the creative industries, this episode is packed with insights, debate, and plenty of real-world perspective. #ArtificialIntelligence #MusicIndustry #AIinMusic #MusicianLife #PodcastRecommendations
Substance abuse has long been intertwined with music culture, but the reality behind the stories is often far more complicated than the myths. In this episode of This Is Why Musicians Need Therapy, Rich, Eric, and Craig have an honest conversation about substance abuse in the music scene, sharing personal experiences, struggles, lessons learned, and the impact addiction can have on musicians, creativity, mental health, relationships, and everyday life. From the pressures of performing and touring to the ways musicians cope with stress, anxiety, and burnout, this episode explores the challenges many artists face but don't always talk about openly. Whether you're a musician, music fan, or someone navigating your own relationship with substances, this discussion offers real stories, hard truths, and a reminder that you're not alone. 🎙️ Subscribe for more conversations about music, mental health, creativity, life on the road, and everything in between. #MusiciansMentalHealth #AddictionRecovery #MusicPodcast #MentalHealthAwareness #ThisIsWhyMusiciansNeedTherapy
In this episode of This is Why Musicians Need Therapy, we dive into hustle culture in the music industry, the nonstop gigging, burnout, financial pressure, and the mental toll of constantly chasing the next show. We talk about the reality of surviving as working musicians, and how we try to keep our sanity while balancing creativity with paying the bills. If you’ve ever felt exhausted trying to “make it” in music, this episode is for you. #MusicPodcast #GigLife #MusicianMentalHealth #HustleCulture #IndependentMusician
On this episode of This is Why Musicians Need Therapy, we continue our discussion on the realities of live performance and the emotional rollercoaster that comes with playing to both hot crowds and painfully cold ones. #ThisIsWhyMusiciansNeedTherapy #MusicPodcast #MusicianMentalHealth #LiveMusic #MusicIndustry
On this episode of This is Why Musicians Need Therapy, we take on the realities of live performance and the emotional rollercoaster that comes with playing to both hot crowds and painfully cold ones. From electric audiences that give bands life to quiet rooms that can drain every ounce of confidence, we break down the mental side of performing live music with the help of an old friend who’s been through it all. If you’re a musician, performer, music fan, or anyone curious about the psychology of live shows, this episode is packed with honest conversation, relatable stories, and plenty of music-geek moments along the way. #ThisIsWhyMusiciansNeedTherapy #MusicPodcast #MusicianMentalHealth #LiveMusic #MusicIndustry
With Mental Health Awareness Month upon us, does mental health issues effect the musician more? That's the question we kick around in this episode of This is Why Musicians Need Therapy. The answer might surprise you. Join us won't you?
In this episode, we talk about the moment every creative person fears: when do you keep pushing forward, and when is it time to let go, pivot, or redefine success? We explore the mental health side of stepping away from long held dreams, the emotional fallout that can come with it, and the struggle of figuring out who you are outside of music. Equal parts honest conversation, dark humor, and real life reflection, This Is Why Musicians Need Therapy is for musicians, artists, creatives, and anyone trying to navigate passion, purpose, and mental wellness in an unpredictable world.
In this episode of This Is Why Musicians Need Therapy, we talk about the uncomfortable reality of having to step outside your passion to make ends meet. From working day jobs that feel completely disconnected from who you are, to the emotional weight of putting your dreams on hold, we explore how these experiences can impact musicians’ mental health. Whether you’re currently balancing both worlds or have beenthere before, this episode offers an honest and relatable look at the struggle with a mix of humor, frustration, and real talk along the way. Follow the podcast for new episodes every week and join usas we navigate music, life, and everything in between.
In this episode of This Is Why Musicians Need Therapy, we talk about one of the biggest struggles artists face: how do you create something original in a world where the bar has already been set so high? From legendary musicians to groundbreaking creators across all art forms, it can feel like everything’s already been done. We talk honestly about that pressure, how it affects our creativity and mental health, and explore some unconventional (and sometimes questionable) ways to stand out and find your own voice. If you’ve ever felt stuck, uninspired, or like you’re just remixing someone else’s ideas… yeah, this one’s for you. Listen, laugh, and maybe rethink how you approach your art.
This week, we’re diving into something every musician knows all too well—fear. Fear of failure, fear of judgment, fear of not being good enough… and how it quietly (or not so quietly) shapes the way we play, perform, and create. It’s an honest conversation with some laughs along the way, because sometimes the best way to face fear is to talk about it out loud.