Best Melvin Varghese Podcasts (2024)

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Why Therapists Are Built for Business with Dr. Melvin Varghese 45:26

1h ago45:26

45:26

Therapists are uniquely equipped for business because they value authenticity and relationships, which are foundational to both effective therapy and successful businesses. Dr. Melvin Varghese has a tremendous passion for not only his psychology practice but also helping other therapists build their own business through different streams of incomes…

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ENCORE: What Therapists Should Know As Billions Are Invested In Mental Health Startups 35:59

3h ago35:59

35:59

Today’s session covers a topic that many clinicians are pondering. Many, like me, are having conversations with themselves in their heads about the available opportunities and the most efficient and ethical ways not to be left behind as technology presents new options in our field. The issue is how we can navigate the world of mental health tech st…

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On The Move: How Run Walk Talk Therapy Reshapes Mental Health An interview with Sepideh Saremi, LCSW 39:01

2d ago39:01

39:01

On The Move: How Run Walk Talk Therapy Reshapes Mental Health An interview with Sepideh Saremi, LCSW Curt and Katie interview Sepideh Saremi, LCSW, on her therapy model, Run Walk Talk. We look at the practicalities and clinical benefit of including movement (specifically running and walking) in therapy. We talk about the principles of movement as m…

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ENCORE What I Learned from Creating a Course for CEUs with Matthew Bierds 37:37

1d ago37:37

37:37

Many of us have thought about creating continuing education courses and wondered how the process works and what factors are involved. Who better to learn from than someone who has done this successfully? Being successful at CEU course creation takes innovation, creativity, and an entrepreneurial spirit. Join us for informative insights from today’s…

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What Can Therapists Do About the Loneliness Epidemic? 32:43

7d ago32:43

32:43

What Can Therapists Do About the Loneliness Epidemic? Curt and Katie chat about loneliness as a presenting problem in therapy. We explore the misconceptions about loneliness and how therapists often go to fix the problem rather than understand the problem. We also look at the clinical considerations, including gender differences, the impact of Covi…

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Introducing Heard Business School 1:29

16d ago1:29

1:29

This is a show for therapists building their own businesses. Every therapy session holds a story, and every client brings a journey. But behind the scenes is a tale of entrepreneurship, where therapists navigate the winding road of building their own business. This is Heard Business School, hosted by Michael Fulwiler, where we sit down with private…

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368: What I Learned After My First Two Talks 31:00

8d ago31:00

31:00

To keep you informed, this will be the last session before I take a summer break. Along with taking time for much-anticipated rest, I’ll be busy with my family and many STC-related projects! STC will still be here, though, as we run replays of our best episodes for you during this time. I look forward to returning in a few weeks with another great …

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When Doing “No Harm” Isn’t Good Enough: Bringing beneficence to your clients 1:07:14

16d ago1:07:14

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When Doing “No Harm” Isn’t Good Enough: Bringing beneficence to your clients Curt and Katie chat about ethics again. We look at how therapists decide what is beneficial for clients. We also contrast the concept of “beneficence” (doing good) versus “nonmaleficence” (doing no harm). We specifically explore how to identify when something is in the the…

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367: Psychedelic Therapy: What You Need To Know As A Therapist 32:28

15d ago32:28

32:28

As I’m moving back into clinical work, I’m compelled to do more clinical-related podcasts. Today’s session fits that bill as it delves into psychedelic psychotherapy, an area of clinical work that is exploding with interesting potential. There is a lot to navigate within this topic; join us to learn more! Our Featured Guest Keith Kurlander Keith Ku…

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Is Seeking an “Abundance Mindset” Toxic? 41:13

26d ago41:13

41:13

Is Seeking an “Abundance Mindset” Toxic? Curt and Katie chat about abundance and scarcity mindsets, looking at what the research actually says about these often-used terms. We explore the dangers of how the abundance mindset is often weaponized against entrepreneurs (like private practitioners) in how they think and how much they should pay for coa…

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366: Finding Your Enough As An Entrepreneur with Jeanetta Garrison, LCSW 40:34

24d ago40:34

40:34

More is not always better. We often find that what we are chasing in our pursuit of success is not what we thought it was. Entrepreneurship for private practice clinicians naturally attracts many high achievers and recovering perfectionists, so we need to take a pause and periodically reassess and redefine what success looks like. Join us for a clo…

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How to Navigate Shifts in the Mental Health Field and Your Career Path: An interview with Dr. Melvin Varghese 41:55

1M ago41:55

41:55

How to Navigate Shifts in the Mental Health Field and Your Career Path: An interview with Dr. Melvin Varghese Curt and Katie interview Dr. Melvin Varghese about how he’s navigated his career path. We look at a life changing event that helped him to get perspective on what is most important to him. We also explore practicalities of prioritizing pers…

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365: Starter Podcaster Setups 32:12

1M ago32:12

32:12

One of the most common questions I’m asked is about the gear needed to begin podcasting. I will honestly admit that it’s a difficult decision when you’re just starting because you want reliable equipment that does a great job, but you are also hesitant to break the bank for it. As you progress, several factors complicate the choices of gear, such a…

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Are Therapy and Coaching All That Different? 36:16

1M ago36:16

36:16

Are Therapy and Coaching All That Different? Curt and Katie chat about the differences between coaching and therapy, for a second time. We look at some common myths (and how coaches continue to share this misinformation). We also look at how therapists can effectively incorporate coaching into their therapy sessions, with client consent. Finally, w…

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364: How to Start Writing a Book: Things They Don’t Tell You 45:55

1M ago45:55

45:55

If you’ve ever thought about writing a book, you’ve realized that the process is intimidating. Just knowing where to begin and how to proceed pose big challenges. We are tackling this topic with today’s guest and uncovering the things nobody tells you about writing a book. Join us to get real and learn more! Our Featured Guest Raj Lulla Raj Lulla i…

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Are You Too Burned Out to Work? An ethical assessment of therapist burnout and impairment 1:10:34

1M ago1:10:34

1:10:34

Are You Too Burned Out to Work? An ethical assessment of therapist burnout and impairment Curt and Katie chat about the ethics of working while burned out. We look at what burnout is, how it develops and what the impacts are on clients and treatment outcomes. We also explore individual and systemic strategies to mitigate the risks of burnout. This …

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363: How To Make Money From Your Podcast Without Just Relying on Sponsors with Melvin Varghese, Ph.D. 22:58

2M ago22:58

22:58

Podcast sponsorship is often seen as the “golden goose” of podcasting. We started working with sponsors on STC a few years ago, and they have generated over $95k to this point. However, I’ve learned that relying solely on sponsorships is not the wisest stance because your success rides the ebbs and flows of another company’s marketing budget. I’m v…

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What Therapists Need to Know About Menopause and Perimenopause: An interview with Dr. Sharon Malone, MD 42:04

2M ago42:04

42:04

What Therapists Need to Know About Menopause and Perimenopause: An interview with Dr. Sharon Malone, MD Curt and Katie interview Dr. Sharon Malone, MD, author of Grown Woman Talk, about menopause and perimenopause. We explore the mental health impacts as well as the differential diagnosis when assessing a woman over 40 who might be experiencing thi…

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Melvin Varghese Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen

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Selling the Couch

Melvin Varghese, PhD

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Heard Business School

Heard

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The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie Vernoy

Curt Widhalm, LMFT and Katie Vernoy, LMFT

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Why Therapists Are Built for Business with Dr. Melvin Varghese 45:26

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ENCORE: What Therapists Should Know As Billions Are Invested In Mental Health Startups 35:59

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On The Move: How Run Walk Talk Therapy Reshapes Mental Health An interview with Sepideh Saremi, LCSW 39:01

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ENCORE What I Learned from Creating a Course for CEUs with Matthew Bierds 37:37

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What Can Therapists Do About the Loneliness Epidemic? 32:43

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Introducing Heard Business School 1:29

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368: What I Learned After My First Two Talks 31:00

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When Doing “No Harm” Isn’t Good Enough: Bringing beneficence to your clients 1:07:14

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367: Psychedelic Therapy: What You Need To Know As A Therapist 32:28

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Is Seeking an “Abundance Mindset” Toxic? 41:13

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366: Finding Your Enough As An Entrepreneur with Jeanetta Garrison, LCSW 40:34

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How to Navigate Shifts in the Mental Health Field and Your Career Path: An interview with Dr. Melvin Varghese 41:55

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365: Starter Podcaster Setups 32:12

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Are Therapy and Coaching All That Different? 36:16

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364: How to Start Writing a Book: Things They Don’t Tell You 45:55

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Are You Too Burned Out to Work? An ethical assessment of therapist burnout and impairment 1:10:34

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363: How To Make Money From Your Podcast Without Just Relying on Sponsors with Melvin Varghese, Ph.D. 22:58

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What Therapists Need to Know About Menopause and Perimenopause: An interview with Dr. Sharon Malone, MD 42:04

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