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Join David Puder as he covers different topics on psychiatry and psychotherapy. He will draw from the wisdom of his mentors, research, in-session therapy and psychiatry experience, and his own journey through mental health to discuss topics that affect mental health professionals and popsychology enthusiasts alike. Through interviews, he will dialogue with both medical students, residents and expert psychiatrists and psychotherapists, and even with people who have been through their own ment ...
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Internationally acclaimed dream analyst and author of Bird of Paradise (Taming the Unconscious to Bring Your Dreams to Fruition), Jane Teresa Anderson, interprets her guests’ dreams and shares dream interpretation tips and insights. A new episode is published every four weeks.
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Bold Unedited Discussions on Psychology, Philosophy, Therapy, and Change. Entertaining and informative talks explore psychology and philosophy with a variety of guests including authors, doctors, healers, professors, therapists, scientists and more. We delve into everything from modern therapeutic techniques to ancient wisdom practices, offering practical and unique approaches to living a vibrant life. Host Paul Krauss, MA LPC, draws on his unique background – from a rural motel childhood to ...
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The Thoughtful Counselor

The Thoughful Counselor Team

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The Thoughtful Counselor is a podcast that is dedicated to producing great conversations around current topics in counseling and psychotherapy. We view counseling and psychotherapy as a deeply beautiful and complex process and strive to incorporate the art and science of the field in each episode.
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Let's Talk EMDR

EMDR International Association (EMDRIA)

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Is EMDR therapy all that? How can this trauma-informed care help you? Learn more about this mental health therapy for your practice, clients, or yourself. New episodes twice a month. Answers to your EMDR therapy questions. Insights from EMDR therapists. It is hosted by the EMDR International Association. Visit www.emdria.org for more information about eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) therapy.
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The Broken Brain

Popped Collar Productions

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A Psychology & Psychotherapy podcast. Get a therapist's perspective on a variety of topics, some silly and some self-helpy. the Broken Brain is an organized panel discussion, an hour (ish) of therapeutic POV for you.
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The One Inside: An Internal Family Systems podcast is for anyone looking to find balance and harmony. IFS can help you understand the tug-of-war within your mind and rediscover your natural calm, creativity, and clarity. IFS can also heal the parts of you who hold pain. Hosted by certified IFS therapist, Tammy Sollenberger, this show aims to educate, support, and encourage those who are curious about IFS model of psychotherapy. Join Tammy each episode for a fun, warm, engaging conversation w ...
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Therapy Chat

Laura Reagan, LCSW-C

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Laura Reagan, LCSW-C, Psychotherapist, Burnout Prevention Consultant and Certified Daring Way™ Facilitator interviews guests to discuss holistic and alternative approaches used in psychotherapy, counseling, coaching and healing sessions. Be a fly on the wall as therapists discuss the practice of psychotherapy and how they implement self care into their own lives to prevent therapist burnout. Conversations about mindfulness, self compassion, The Daring Way™, EMDR, art therapy, Sensorimotor Ps ...
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Boundless Body

Dr. Brian Tierney

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Welcome to The Boundless Body, a podcast by Dr. Brian Tierney Dr. B leads engaging discussions with special guests exploring alternative healing methods, psychotherapy, philosophy, expressive arts, and science. Join us as we ponder the simple yet profoundly complex question: what can a body do? Come along for the adventure!
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Moving into Wellness Podcast

Muse Creative Arts Therapy

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Movement intervention specialists Karin Pleasant, psychotherapist, dance/movement therapist with Muse Creative Arts Therapy, and Gloria Doran Murray, Human Development specialist and creator of the Hansi Inner Child Workshop, combining yoga, meditation and dance, discuss destigmatizing mental healthcare and ways to manage everyday mental health issues.
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The Relational Psych Podcast makes therapy more approachable by inviting real mental health professionals to explain what they do, why they do it, and why it works, using simple, understandable language that anyone can apply to their lifelong growth.
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Have you ever wanted to go beyond the therapist’s waiting room to find out what happens in counselling sessions? Join me on This Won’t Fix You, where I take you into a library of interesting therapy-inspired ways to help you understand - and maybe even marvel at – what it is to be human, from our yearnings and motivations through to our frustrations and the patterns that block us as we muddle through life.
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Become a Paid Subscriber: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/divinechaos/subscribe Become a Paid Subscriber: https://anchor.fm/divinechaos/subscribe We invite you to learn, grow, heal, and know you are not alone in this grand awakening classroom. Join Janine and her guests as they process Lessons from Love Itself and we all learn to live a little more "awake" each day in the Unified Field of Pure Love!
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Welcome to Zen Bites, a series of discussions on Zen Buddhism, mindfulness, comparative spirituality and psychology. Zen Bites features Zen Buddhist teacher Martin Goodson and mindfulness-based psychotherapist Jamie Shavdia.
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Your Mental Breakdown

Your Mental Breakdown

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A psychotherapy-entertainment podcast featuring licensed therapist, Doug Friedman and a co-host. Episodes include real therapy sessions in sequence with a real client that has agreed to be recorded throughout the process of therapy. After the session, Doug and his co-host break down the session and they give you their clinical insights with personality, humor, and the opportunity to use therapeutic tools in your own life.
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Richie Sadlier has followed an unconventional career path. He spent his early life as a professional footballer, and is now a psychotherapist and author. Like its presenter, Episode approaches people and subjects in a way that upends expectation. Having initially struggled to adapt after his football career ended prematurely, Richie started down the path of psychotherapy and today works as a therapist specialising in issues such as relationships, adolescent development and sexuality. In this ...
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Connection Therapy

Brenda Murrow, Ph.D.

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Hello and thank you for joining the Connection Therapy podcast. This is a podcast about the craft of psychotherapy and we seek to support those who strive to improve their craft by sharing research about the science and stories about the art of psychology. Together we will explore these findings so you can decide how you want to apply them to benefit your practice.
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All Things Private Practice Podcast is where we dive deep into the gritty, unfiltered world of being a mental health entrepreneur and a private practice therapist. Join us as we explore the emotional roller coaster of small business ownership, tackling the raw and unapologetic aspects that often go unspoken. In each episode, we fearlessly dissect self-doubt, resilience, impostor syndrome, and paralyzing perfectionism. Patrick Casale is an Autistic ADHD licensed clinical mental health therapi ...
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Season Two - The Quest. With special focus on the evolving crises of the 21st century. Season One - Psychotherapy: Jungian Approach to Healing. Season Three - En Español: la Psicología Junguiana y la Crisis de Nuestro Tiempo Illustration is by LINDSEY HARRIS, Jungian Analyst. It is the front cover of the book ”The Sower and the Seed”.
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To inspire, educate and motivate you to be the best you can be. Learn about tackling mental health problems like Anxiety and Depression as well as simple tips to understand the world better, in a down to earth and genuine way with the Best Selling Author and Psychotherapist Richard Nicholls.
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The Place We Find Ourselves podcast features private practice therapist Adam Young (LCSW, MDiv) and interview guests as they discuss all things related to story, trauma, attachment, and interpersonal neurobiology. Listen in as Adam unpacks how trauma and abuse impact the heart and mind, as well as how to navigate the path toward healing, wholeness, and restoration. Interview episodes give you a sacred glimpse into the real-life stories of guests who have engaged their own experiences of trau ...
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Catalyst for Healing

Dr. Justin Yanuck (MD) and Maria Lloyd (LMFT)

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Dr. Justin Yanuck (MD) and Maria Lloyd (LMFT) delve deep into the transformative world of psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy. Join them as they explore the therapeutic potential of psychedelics, with a special focus on ketamine, to educate and inspire listeners on this groundbreaking approach to mental health.
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PsyDactic

T. Ryan O'Leary

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A resource for psychiatrists and other medical or behavioral health professionals interested in exploring the neuroscientific basis of psychiatric disorders, psychopharmacology, neuromodulation, and other psychiatric interventions, as well as discussions of pseudoscience, Bayesian reasoning, ethics, the history of psychiatry, and human psychology in general. This podcast is not medical advice. It strives to be science communication. Dr. O'Leary is a skeptical thinker who often questions what ...
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In Therapy Talk, clinical psychologist and co-founder of It's Complicated, Johanne Schwensen, takes you on a captivating journey through the world of therapy. In conversation with a diverse array of mental health professionals, the various modalities are demystified, and therapy's intersection with society is explored. Whether you're a therapy-seeker or simply psychologically curious, Therapy Talk offers valuable insights and a fresh perspective on the impact of therapy. Find your Therapist ...
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ShrinkChicks

Jennifer Chaiken, LMFT and Emmalee Bierly, LMFT

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Emmalee Bierly, LMFT and Jennifer Chaiken, LMFT, owners and co-founders of The Therapy Group (@thetherapygrp), bring you the ShrinkChicks Podcast. ShrinkChicks is on a mission to make therapy and therapeutic topics more relatable and accessible. Each Monday, Emmalee and Jen will explore different mental health topics and invite you to sit in on their insight, humor, and knowledge, leaving the psychobabble behind.
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The Twin Therapists Podcast

Drs. Jude and Julius Austin

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Drs. Jude and Julius Austin, identical twin brothers, lift the curtain on the "doing" of psychotherapy. With unwavering honesty, raw vulnerability, and unwavering compassion for the complexities of the human condition, they illuminate the path for both fledgling clinicians and seasoned professionals alike. The Twin Therapists podcast is your gateway to a world where healing meets humanity, leaving no stone unturned in the relentless pursuit of understanding the depths of the human soul.
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From the therapy room of a registered psychotherapist, dating coach and solopreneur who has tirelessly attempted a 'healthy' work-life balance for 25 years, it rarely existed for me and likely does not for most business owners, entrepreneurs and executives. The truth is relationships can really suffer. I will be interviewing expert guests who are doing things right so we can all learn to mix business with pleasure. Topics will range from building better relationships, connection, dating, and ...
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Explorations in Psychotherapy

Aníbal Henriques & Alexia Rothman, PhD

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Explorations in Psychotherapy is an Internal Family Systems informed audio podcast introducing authors whose work may be of great value and interest to the psychotherapy field and to all communities and practitioners in the helping professions who may benefit from a better understanding and integration of emerging perspectives.
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Therapists talk about relationship problems, mental health, couple and family issues, addiction, depression, anxiety, eating disorders, psychology, and trauma resolution to provide you with messages of hope and empowerment. Presented to you by PCSIntensive.com.
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In this week’s episode, we continue our series on Adverse Childhood Experiences by delving deeper into the lasting effect of ACEs on the brain and body. We explore the intricate impact of ACEs on the HPA axis, inflammation, and neurobiology, shedding light on their role in various psychiatric disorders. We highlight how these changes may indicate a…
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In today's podcast, I'm excited to share a powerful metaphor given to me first in a vision and then later explained in depth by Love Itself. What I've discovered each time I review it is the felt sense of a higher vibration moving through me and aligning me to the experience of being the Tree of Life. It feels as though Love Itself is inviting us a…
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Your manifestations should delight you. But what do you do when they don't? What do you do when you've "tried everything" and you're not getting what you want? In this episode, I explain why that's happening and how to fix it. Connect with Jennifer on social @jennifersneeden or learn about her work at https://beacons.ai/jennifersneeden…
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Donna Orange is a foundational figure in the world of intersubjective psychoanalysis. A philosopher-practitioner who carved out her niche as the radical ethicist of the field, she discovered the work of Emmanuel Levinas to provide an alternative to mutuality. His description of the hierarchy of intersubjective space, in which the Other is always pr…
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Transhumanism believes in a transition of Homo sapiens into a trans-human and even post-biological state made possible by accelerating technological progress, for example Artificial General Intelligence. The recent emergence of Large Language Models (LLMs) not only push the boundaries of AI but may also play their part in the Transhumanist enterpri…
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This episode is led by Kasia Makuch-Cole, a psychotherapist based in London. Kasia dives into the concept of authenticity and helps listeners explore the question: "What is my authentic self?" The episode contains a guided meditation to help listeners connect with their bodies and identify their true feelings. Kasia acknowledges that true feelings …
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Thursday weekly Thistory lessons appear in the Patrons-only podcast feed, and the rest of y'all get the first 5 minutes of the episode here on the main feed. Today's history dive is looking into the burnout of those in nonprofit, human services, education, and healthcare. Some general history of burnout itself, its labelling and research, and apply…
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This week's Therapy Chat episode features Dr. Judy Ho, a triple board certified and licensed Clinical and Forensic Neuropsychologist, a tenured Associate Professor at Pepperdine University, and author of three books, including most recently, The New Rules of Attachment, which was published in March 2024. Despite her impressive academic credentials,…
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Rebeccasode! Dr Kirk and Rebecca answer patron emails. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. 00:00 Erectile dysfunction and sex therapy 31:08 2016 OPP 33:00 My therapist is in love with me, what should I do? 55:16 Taking responsibility for abuse Become a member: ht…
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Send us a Text Message. Why, when we feel emotion, would we need to leak water out of our face? It doesn't seem to be particularly beneficial does it? Today I explore some of the research into it and share some techniques to help us gain some control over our leaky faces. Support the Show. Social Media Links Threads https://www.threads.net/@richard…
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This episode is sponsored by Pisgah Coaching Institute founded by IFS-trained Master Coach, Brian Jaudon. Enrollment is now open for 2025 season! To learn more go to: Landing Page | Pisgah Coaching This episode is a re-release from Season 2 ------ On today's episode I chat with Chris Burris, a lead trainer with the IFS Institute. Grab your notebook…
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In this episode of Therapy Talk, I sit down with seasoned psychotherapist Vasiliki Loumpa, who brings more than a decade of experience in family therapy. We explore the rewarding and challenging aspects of parental counselling, the transformative approach of non-violent resistance and discuss family therapy's powerful impact on supporting children …
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Randomness and luck, fate and providence. How do these facets of life relate to one another? Or is everything, actually, mechanically determined with synchronicities, say, being no more than coincidences? In this episode of the Sheldrake-Vernon Dialogues, Rupert Sheldrake and Mark Vernon discuss the ways in which philosophers and scientists, ancien…
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Dr Kirk answers patron emails. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. 00:00 Are there different types of abusers? 04:25 Who are common targets of abuse? 17:40 2017 OPP 18:38 Friend breakup & read receipts 39:07 2017 OPP 2 40:38 Truth vs. Alex Jones 42:18 Has Dr. Kir…
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Send us a Text Message. Balancing self-care and professional demands can be overwhelming, especially when personal growth is on the line. We reflect on meaningful conversations with mentors, the evolution of our motivations, and the resilience required to juggle life's many responsibilities. Drawing from nostalgic college memories and the journey o…
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WARNING: This episode contains a true story of child abuse, murder, and suicide, told by a member of the family within which it happened. Please listen with caution and awareness of your own mental health needs. Brianna Benjamin is no stranger to The Broken Brain Podcast. Bri & Chris Revill frequently help out with live events, guest on episodes, a…
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Not every conversation advocates for problem-solving or open displays of vulnerability. The only conversations that advocate for these behaviors are those in which change needs to happen. It is typical that in business, we have a problem-solving conversation—not one that calls for a lot of emotion or vulnerability. Why is that? Because we are focus…
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Bobisode! Dr Kirk and Bob answer patron emails. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. 00:00 Enablement or support? 22:01 Letting go of change & graduate school 28:30 Radical acceptance 41:54 2015 OPP 46:05 Bob's birthday messages & relaxing 1:13:08 OPP 2 1:14:51 Co…
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According to the Lean In Project 2021 report, "Women in the Workplace: Black Women," more than 60 percent of Black women have been personally affected by racial trauma in the last year. In a 2024 report from Lean In, "The State of Latinas in Corporate America," only one percent of C-suite executives are Latina. How can EMDR therapy help women of co…
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On today's episode of ShrinkChicks, Emmalee and Jen are talking about what they are working on personally and professionally. They want to continue to be vulnerable with you all and share their personal goals and struggles. In the first part of the episode, Emmalee and Jen share two different personal stories about having to pivot when it comes to …
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, we delve into the dual nature of ketamine, exploring both its potential for addiction and its innovative use in treating patients with specific addictions. We begin by discussing the mechanisms behind ketamine's addictive properties, examining why some individuals may be at higher risk. Then, we shift focus …
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Special Announcement #1 Attend the Legendary Summer Intensive Featuring Drs. David Burns and Jill Levitt August 8 - 11. 2024 Learn Advanced TEAM-CBT skills Heal yourself, heal your patients First Intensive in 5 years! It will knock your socks off! Limited Seating--Act Fast Click for registration / more information! Sadly, this workshop is a trainin…
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[Rerun] Dr. Kirk and Bob discuss some butler syndrome and other deep topics. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/join Become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/PsychologyInSeattle Email: htt…
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Daniel Rowe, a CPA and tax attorney from Charlotte, North Carolina, shares invaluable insights into financial planning, bookkeeping, and business formation for mental health professionals and other service providers. Key takeaways: Understanding Business Formation: It's important to have tailored advice for forming your business entity, whether it'…
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[Rerun] Dr. Kirk and Bob process trauma. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/join Become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/PsychologyInSeattle Email: https://www.psychologyinseattle.com/con…
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Dr Kirk Honda interviews Dr A. Levine-Ward about nonviolent communication. Dr. Levine-Ward is a licensed counselor at Seattle Counseling and Wellness (https://www.seattlecounselingandwellness.com/) as well as Co-Director of Community Partnerships (https://www.seattlecounselingandwellness.com/trainings-workshops). This episode is sponsored by Better…
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Welcome back to Therapy Chat! This week’s guest is someone I really respect and admire, Dr. Arielle Schwartz! This time we talked about her newest book, Applied Polyvagal Theory in Yoga: therapeutic practices for Emotional Health. When I was recently in the UK, I attended a two-day workshop with Arielle where she taught some of the material from th…
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In this episode, Dr. Alisha Guthery talks about her work as a somatic practitioner. She describes somatic practice in counseling, how counselors can begin to include somatic approaches in their work, and how to grow as a somatic practitioner. We talk about client progress, other applications for somatic approaches, and how it can impact the persona…
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Delving in more detail into the difference between red flags and anxiety, as discussed by Meg and I on the A-Side. I talk a lot about a model, a graph, in this episode. You can have a look at the graph by visiting the podcast page of my website. Seeing the graph will almost certainly aid your understanding of what I am talking about! Send me a text…
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Send us a Text Message. Combining low self esteem with imposter syndrome can be a tricky thing to manage, especially if you spend so much time and effort comparing yourself to others. Today is all about how to better manage the way you think and feel about yourself. Support the Show. Social Media Links Threads https://www.threads.net/@richardnichol…
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Send us a Text Message. - - In the world of psychotropic medication, the question is not just whether it works or not, but whether it works better than a placebo and whether the effect size is clinically significant and the benefits outweigh the risks. In the case of MDMA (aka molly or ecstasy), the effect size for improving post-traumatic stress d…
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Bobisode! Dr Kirk and Bob discuss a case in which a counselor was sued for providing life coaching services. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. 00:00 An unethical trend & Cameo 02:51 Practicing therapy in a different state Overview of the case 10:38 Operating as…
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In this episode, we explore the complex relationship between religious faith, spirituality, and mental health during traumatic experiences. We discuss how spirituality can serve as a vital support system in processing trauma. Connect with Jennifer on social @jennifersneeden or learn about her work at https://beacons.ai/jennifersneeden…
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The first interaction with a horse can be a profound and eye-opening experience. In today’s episode Brenda brings listeners into an exploration of observing the eye contact of the participant during Equine-Assisted Services. These interactions with horses are known for their therapeutic benefits. Brenda provides listeners with strategies to enhance…
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Cat and Kat share the spotlight in today’s episode. First up, I introduce you to Cat, the protagonist in my debut fiction, Ninth Life. Cat – yes, she is a cat – needs to make her last life count. But how far will she go to do that? “A charming, beguiling story full of quirky (human) characters who keep Cat on her paws as she uncovers the secret of …
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Send us a Text Message. We dive into the world of therapy, exploring the challenges therapists face with diverse client issues and the commercialization of therapy. We debate the fine line between psychotherapy and conversational support, pondering how to tailor care to match client needs. Finally, we propose a competitive "therapy bracket" system …
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Jason Shier is a Psychotherapist who specializes in somatic technique and internal emotional processes. He uses individually focused treatment, moving away from pathology or problem-based healthcare. Join us for our discussion of inner healing, modern therapy, and the pros and cons of diagnostic labels and programmatic approaches. The Charity of Fo…
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Abby Medcalf is a Relationship Maven, psychologist, author, podcast host and Tedx speaker who has helped thousands of people think differently so they can create connection, ease and joy in their relationships (especially the one with yourself)! With her unique background in both business and counseling, she brings a fresh, effective perspective to…
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This may be one of the most interesting discussions about death you may come across. 😱Presenting this topic filled with beauty, Jion touches on the aspects that help us prepare for death with contentment and peace. ☯️ This Interview is an orchid blossoming from the depths of human transformation. 🌸Golden Nugget💛 : Boredom isn't empty; it's a gatewa…
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Dr Kirk Honda interviews Kimberly Bartlett, LICSW, RPT-S about play therapy. Bartlett can be found at Evergreen Play Therapy in Seattle (www.evergreenplaytherapy.com) or on Instagram at @evergreen_play_therapy. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. 00:00 Introducin…
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This week on ShrinkChicks, Emmalee and Jen are joined by the incredible Dr. Danica Harris! Danica is a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, facilitator, presenter, and educator. She helps folks heal from attachment wounds, sexual trauma, emotional neglect, vicarious trauma, intergenerational and identity-based trauma, and work or academic trauma. Emm…
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