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E.136 Reuniting the Mental Men: Wisdom from the Front Lines of Therapy and the Power of Connection
Manage episode 397334598 series 2931758
Picture a reunion decades in the happening; the Mental Men—Dennis Sweeney, Robert Cherney, Patrick Rice, and Andrew Kang—reconvene, swapping tales from the trenches of mental health practice. Their voices are rich with the wisdom of experience, from Pat's pivot toward the nexus of spirituality and grief counseling to our collective metamorphosis from clinical collaboration to sharing laughs on the golf course. It's not just a trip down memory lane; it's a celebration of personal evolution and the resilience of friendships forged in the fires of therapeutic work.
This episode isn't shy about confronting the raw edges of recovery and the potent influence of early attachments. We tackle how these profound connections can either impede or ignite personal growth, sharing stories that illustrate the enduring power of the therapist-client relationship—often surpassing the relevance of therapy methods themselves. Discover the philosophy of giving back that sustains recovery, and join us as we delve into the shared humanity of helping others heal, a process that's as much about grief as it is about growth.
Stepping into the future, we examine the mind-body dance and its fascinating implications for mental health treatments. The conversation sails from 'hearting' versus 'thinking' to the prospects of new brain-targeted therapies, and the critical influence of diet on our mental landscapes.
Don't forget to check out The Peer Network. A great tool to help everyone out!
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Chapters
1. E.136 Reuniting the Mental Men: Wisdom from the Front Lines of Therapy and the Power of Connection (00:00:00)
2. Exploring Therapy and Therapist Styles (00:00:03)
3. The Importance of Recovery and Attachment (00:17:05)
4. Therapy's Connection and Understanding Power (00:24:18)
5. Exploring Psychology and the Mind-Body Connection (00:37:10)
6. Future Mental Health and Gut Biome (00:48:53)
190 episodes
Manage episode 397334598 series 2931758
Picture a reunion decades in the happening; the Mental Men—Dennis Sweeney, Robert Cherney, Patrick Rice, and Andrew Kang—reconvene, swapping tales from the trenches of mental health practice. Their voices are rich with the wisdom of experience, from Pat's pivot toward the nexus of spirituality and grief counseling to our collective metamorphosis from clinical collaboration to sharing laughs on the golf course. It's not just a trip down memory lane; it's a celebration of personal evolution and the resilience of friendships forged in the fires of therapeutic work.
This episode isn't shy about confronting the raw edges of recovery and the potent influence of early attachments. We tackle how these profound connections can either impede or ignite personal growth, sharing stories that illustrate the enduring power of the therapist-client relationship—often surpassing the relevance of therapy methods themselves. Discover the philosophy of giving back that sustains recovery, and join us as we delve into the shared humanity of helping others heal, a process that's as much about grief as it is about growth.
Stepping into the future, we examine the mind-body dance and its fascinating implications for mental health treatments. The conversation sails from 'hearting' versus 'thinking' to the prospects of new brain-targeted therapies, and the critical influence of diet on our mental landscapes.
Don't forget to check out The Peer Network. A great tool to help everyone out!
Support the show
Chapters
1. E.136 Reuniting the Mental Men: Wisdom from the Front Lines of Therapy and the Power of Connection (00:00:00)
2. Exploring Therapy and Therapist Styles (00:00:03)
3. The Importance of Recovery and Attachment (00:17:05)
4. Therapy's Connection and Understanding Power (00:24:18)
5. Exploring Psychology and the Mind-Body Connection (00:37:10)
6. Future Mental Health and Gut Biome (00:48:53)
190 episodes
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