Best Psychodynamic Podcasts (2025)

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"Stop Making Excuses": How Hildegard Peplau Shaped a Mental Health Pioneer Dr Cheryl Forchuk 41:27

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Send us a text What happens when an internationally renowned mental health nursing expert shares stories of being mentored by the legendary Hildegard Peplau? Pure gold for psychiatric nurses and mental health professionals. Dr. Cheryl Forchuk takes us on a fascinating journey through her remarkable career, beginning with her discovery that psychiat…

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Collaboration with Robert Gilman 50:02

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In this final episode of a three-part series on essential capabilities for a regenerative future with Robert Gilman, founder and president of The Context Institute. Robert and Jenny tie the first two episodes of the series together to bring you this conversation on collaboration. We’ve all heard the term “omni-win” and talked about needed paradigms…

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Therapy Notes: What to Write When No One's Looking with Dr. Kate Wheeler 32:50

19d ago32:50

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Send us a text Ever wondered how psychiatric nurse practitioners seamlessly blend talk therapy with medication management? In this illuminating conversation, we're joined by Dr. Kate Wheeler (lovingly dubbed "East Coast Kate") who shares her journey of maintaining a vibrant psychotherapy practice even after retiring from academia. Dr. Wheeler offer…

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RDTR S3.3 ACT part 1 40:40

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Welcome to the podcast, no-one reads this so ... If you have any requests or questions about this podcast please contact Ryan at⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Ryb0084@my .londonmet.ac.uk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ This podcast is not endorsed by LMU, not now, not EVER!

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RDTR S3.3 Lit Review Lecture 38:36

24d ago38:36

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Welcome to the podcast, no-one reads this so ... Notes are ⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠ If you have any requests or questions about this podcast please contact Ryan at⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Ryb0084@my .londonmet.ac.uk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ This podcast is not endorsed by LMU, we just have to live with that...

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Modes of Cognition with Robert Gilman 50:06

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This episode explores the importance of understanding and integrating various modes of cognition. It is the second in a three-part series with Robert Gilman, founder and president of The Context Institute, covering essential competencies for the regenerative era. Jenny and Robert discusses the limitations of object perception and categorical thinki…

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Art Retrospective: Season 1 2:40:32

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On this extra-long bonus episode, we review the first season of the show, Ben talks about how he made the music, Dan tells us how he made the visual art, and Tyson provides some interesting behind the scenes tidbits, trivia, and anecdotes. Google Drive with all the visual art and some extras Daniel Benveniste's most recent book, Libido, Culture, an…

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RDTR S3.2 AI Thesis assist 26:51

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Welcome to the podcast, no-one reads this so ... Notes are ⁠⁠here⁠⁠ If you have any requests or questions about this podcast please contact Ryan at⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Ryb0084@my .londonmet.ac.uk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ This podcast is not endorsed by LMU, no reads this bit anyway...

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Psychodynamics with Robert Gilman 59:10

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This episode on psychodynamics is part one of a three part series on essential skills for a regenerative future, in honor of Rober Gilman's 80th birthday. Robert is the founder and president of The Context Institute and a pioneer in the sustainability movement. The conversation dives deep into psychodynamics and the importance of understanding our …

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A Deep Dive Into the Clinical Process of Psychedelic Psychotherapy 44:39

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Gita Vaid, MD, is the Co-founder and Medical Director of the Center for Natural Intelligence, a multidisciplinary laboratory specializing in psychedelic psychotherapy innovation and clinical practice. As a board-certified psychiatrist and psychoanalyst, she was trained by the Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelics Studies (MAPS) to practice…

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RDTR S3.1 Post Uni TA and IPA 32:16

1M ago32:16

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Welcome to the podcast, it's all over! so of course your host Ryan Blake couldn't be with us today, but here is some stuff on Thematic analysis and IPA. Notes are ⁠here⁠ If you have any requests or questions about this podcast please contact Ryan at⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Ryb0084@my .londonmet.ac.uk⁠⁠⁠⁠ This podcast is not endorsed by LMU, no reads this bit anyway...…

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Primary Care in Psychiatry 45:28

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We interview Dr Lia Gaggino about primary care and psychiatry- especially in the context of child and adolescent psychiatry.

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Healing Through Psychedelics: Insights From Leaders in Ketamine and Trauma Therapy 7:57

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Dr. Signi Goldman, MD, is a board-certified psychiatrist and the Co-founder and Medical Director of Living Medicine Institute, which offers psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy training programs. As a certified provider for psychedelic-assisted therapy and research, she has practiced in various clinical settings, including hospital systems and altern…

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Intro to therapy mini-series: Psychodynamic Therapy 29:58

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Hello and welcome to the start of a mini-series at the Here for You podcast. In this mini-series we will be introducing the various approaches of the contemporary therapy landscape. In this first episode of the mini-series, we will be exploring Psychodynamic Therapy. We will examine the origins of this approaches, some defining features and some br…

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Clinical Innovation in KAP: Changing the Story, Depathologizing Suffering, & Moving Beyond the DSM 46:47

1M ago46:47

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Jayne Gumpel, LCSW, is the Founder and Lead Facilitator of Relationship Resources, which offers psychedelic-assisted retreats. As a psychotherapist, trainer, and teacher, she has over 30 years of experience working with couples, individuals, and groups in private practice. Jayne is a certified trainer in Psychedelic Integration Psychotherapy, a mem…

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Psychodynamic Nursing: A Lifelong Journey with Cheryl Puntil 41:33

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Send us a text Have we lost the art of truly seeing our patients? In this profound conversation with Cheryl Puntil, a psychodynamic psychotherapist who recently retired as Chief Nursing Officer at Austin Riggs Center, we explore the unique power nurses bring to therapeutic relationships after her remarkable 43-year career in psychiatric mental heal…

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Clinical Interventions and the Intentional Use of Relationship in Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy 51:36

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Jim Hopper, PhD, is a Teaching Associate in Psychology at Harvard Medical School, where he co-directs a conference on psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy. With over 25 years of experience as a clinical psychologist, therapist, and independent forensic consultant, he focuses on the psychological and neurobiological effects of trauma, including sexual…

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From Pills to Skills: Transforming Mental Health Through Cognitive Restructuring with Chelsea Landolin 38:14

2M ago38:14

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Send us a text What if you could teach your patients to be their own therapists? Chelsea Landolin, psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner from UCSF (University of California-San Fransisco: [email protected]), reveals how cognitive behavioral therapy creates lasting change beyond medication alone. Chelsea shares her fascinating journey…

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Changing the Narrative: Why the MAPS Protocol Is Real Psychotherapy 51:28

2M ago51:28

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Rick Doblin, PhD, is the Founder and President of MAPS (Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies), a nonprofit organization advancing research into the therapeutic potential of psychedelics. He studied under Dr. Stanislav Grof and was among the first to be certified as a Holotropic Breathwork practitioner. Rick aims to develop legal co…

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RDTR S2.10 PY7216 Wk12 Psychodynamic Formulation 20:17

2M ago20:17

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Welcome to the podcast, it's all over! so of course your host Ryan Blake couldn't be with us today, but here is some stuff on Psychodynamic formulation. Notes are here If you have any requests or questions about this podcast please contact Ryan at ⁠⁠⁠Ryb0084@my .londonmet.ac.uk⁠⁠⁠ This podcast is not endorsed by LMU, and I'm not crying... YOU'RE CR…

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Sanism - Mental health discrimination 33:08

2M ago33:08

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Welcome to season 2 of the podcast! Apologies for the wait for the new season. The first episode of this season explores Sanism. This describes an irrational prejudice against people with mental illness and/or people who differ from a perceived psychological norm. We will explore what sanity and insanity are in relation to this, define Sanism, talk…

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Psychodynamic Approaches To Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy: Dr. Erika Czerwinski 46:42

2M ago46:42

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Dr. Erika Czerwinski, PsyD, is the Founder, Director, and Facilitator of Eleos, which integrates ketamine-assisted psychotherapy and nature-based mindfulness to facilitate self-discovery. With over 20 years of clinical experience working with individuals, couples, and groups, Dr. Czerwinski holds certifications in psychedelic-assisted therapies fro…

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White Work with Julia Rhodes Davis 1:02:49

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In this episode of the Denizen podcast, host Jenny Stefanotti and activist Julia Rhodes Davis delve into the concept of 'white work,' which goes beyond confronting and dismantling racialized identities. They discuss the importance of understanding personal legacy, taking accountability for ancestors' actions, and taking actions individually to repa…

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Bridging Research and Practice: The Value of PhD-Prepared Psychiatric Nurses, Dr Kate Melino 32:32

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Send us a text Crossing the finish line of a doctoral program leaves an unexpected void—a "phantom limb" where dissertation deadlines once lived. In this candid conversation with newly-minted Dr. Kate Melino, we explore the transformative journey of pursuing a PhD in psychiatric mental health nursing and the surprising discoveries that emerged from…

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RDTR S2.9 PY7216 Wk11 Relational Psychotherapy 22:49

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Well there's only one week to go... Here are the notes. Stay tuned for another song by Ryan and the Skynets... This podcast is not endorsed by LMU.

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RDTR S2.8 "Special" Edition Schema Therapy Day 4 20:44

2M ago20:44

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Welcome to the podcast season 2 episode 8 Schema Training Day 4, sadly Ryan can't be with us today, he has his limits (trust us that's funny) Schema Training course day 4, this is what I learnt. My summary notes are available ⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠ Stay tuned at the end for a new track by Ryan and the Skynets "Hold the line (Therapists Song)" If you have any r…

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RDTR S2.7 "Special" Edition Schema Therapy Day 3 17:50

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Welcome to the podcast season 2 episode 7 Schema Training Day 3, sadly Ryan can't be with us today, he's in a bad mode (trust us that's funny) Schema Training course day 3, this is what I learnt. My summary notes are available ⁠⁠here⁠⁠ Stay tuned at the end for a new track by Ryan and the Skynets "I am the very model of a modern Schema Therapists" …

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RDTR S2.6 "Special" Edition Schema Therapy Day 2 17:00

2M ago17:00

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Welcome to the podcast season 2 episode 6 Schema Training Day 2, sadly Ryan can't be with us today, he got beaten up by his inner child and is in a sulk Schema Training course day 2, this is what I learnt. My summary notes are available ⁠here⁠ Stay tuned at the end for a new track by Ryan and the Skynets "Old Schemes" This is a Four day course, the…

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Episode 37: Male Perversion and Sexual Violence 32:38

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Lives of the Unconscious Support our project and get access to the scripts for all episodes: https://www.patreon.com/lives Summary:From catcalling and unsolicited “dick pics” to upskirting and other forms of sexual assault—sexualized violence is omnipresent, especially on social media, and is often perpetrated by men. Research also shows that other…

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RDTR S2.5 "Special" Edition Schema Therapy Day 1 24:32

2M ago24:32

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Schema Training course, this is what I learnt. My summary notes are available here Stay tuned at the end for a new track by Ryan and the Skynets "Schema Blues" This is a Four day course, there may be more podcasts to come... If you have any requests or questions about this podcast please contact Ryan at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ryb0084 @my.londonmet.ac.uk⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Th…

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Ketamine for Multiple Personality/DID: The Client Experience 52:16

2M ago52:16

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In this episode… Dissociative identity disorder (DID) is often misunderstood, stigmatized, or misdiagnosed, especially in high-functioning individuals who mask symptoms through adult-like coping strategies. Many live for decades without a clear diagnosis, struggling silently with memory gaps, emotional volatility, and identity confusion. How can mo…

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RDTR S2.4 Integrative Networks 24:04

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Welcome to the podcast season 2 episode 4, sadly Ryan Blake can't be with us today, he's trying to develop a vaccine for the Dunning-Kruger pandemic But you lucky few have week 11 Integrative Networks - A Relational Approach to Therapy - CHAPTER 13 and Relational Psychotherapy: A Primer (Chapter 1) Discussion begins [00:02:57] Notes can be found ⁠⁠…

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Psychedelics, Psychotherapy, and the Power of Kindness With Dr. Phil Wolfson 59:39

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Dr. Phil Wolfson, MD, is the Founder and CEO of the Ketamine Research Foundation, which advances ketamine’s use in therapeutic modalities. As a pioneering psychiatrist and psychotherapist, he is the author of The Ketamine Papers and Noe – A Father/Son Song of Love, Life, Illness and Death. Dr. Wolfson served as the Principal Investigator for a MAPS…

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From the ER to Ketamine Clinic: A Physician Talks About What It Takes 51:24

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Dr. Jonathan Leake is a Board Certified Emergency Department Physician and the Co-owner and CEO of Dérive Health, a clinic specializing in ketamine-assisted therapy for PTSD, depression, and other treatment-resistant mental health conditions. With over a decade of experience treating dehydration and illness with IV fluids and medications, Dr. Leake…

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RDTR S2.3 Stan 29:10

3M ago29:10

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Welcome to the podcast season 2 episode 3 Stan, sadly Ryan Blake can't be with us today, he's on the run in the Los Angeles underground, existing as a soldier of fortune... Notes can be found ⁠⁠hereIf you have any requests or questions about this podcast please contact Ryan at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ryb0084 @my.londonmet.ac.uk⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠ No innocent stunt doubles were ha…

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White Supremacy Culture with Tema Okun 55:48

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We are incredibly fortunate to welcome Tema Okun to the Denizen podcast for this important conversation. Tema is the author of the influential 1999 paper "White Supremacy Culture" and has been a leader in the racial justice movement for over 35 years. In this insightful episode, Jenny and Tema explore the pervasive influence of white supremacy cult…

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RDTR S2.2 Ruptures 27:28

3M ago27:28

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Welcome to the podcast season 2 episode 2 Ruptures, sadly Ryan Blake can't be with us today, he's had an argument with his outie. But you lucky few have week 7 happening on week 10, because why not? Notes can be found ⁠here If you have any requests or questions about this podcast please contact Ryan at ⁠⁠⁠⁠Ryb0084 @my.londonmet.ac.uk⁠⁠⁠.⁠ This podc…

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RDTR S2.1 The Stan Assignment 24:04

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Welcome to the podcast, sadly Ryan Blake can't be with us today, he's litigating in the Skywalker custody case. But... for you lucky few, we have the last essay, the group assignment on Stan. Notes can be found here If you have any requests or questions about this podcast please contact Ryan at ⁠⁠⁠Ryb0084 @my.londonmet.ac.uk⁠⁠⁠. This podcast is not…

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Psychotherapy in Advanced Nursing: Beyond the Nod with Dr Tess Judge-Ellis 28:02

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Send us a text Dr. Tess Judge-Ellis shares her journey from family nurse practitioner to psychiatric mental health specialist, highlighting the power of nurse-led psychotherapy in rural communities and beyond. • Starting as a family NP in a town of 1,000 people before adding psychiatric specialization • Creating accessible mental health services th…

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RDTR Ep0025 PY7210 Lit Review Secundus 15:01

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Welcome to the podcast, tragically for you, Ryan cannot join us today, thanks to ice cream and unicorns... But... for you lucky few, we have a deep dive into PY7210 Literature Review Secundus and how to do them. Notes can be found ⁠⁠here⁠⁠ If you have any requests or questions about this podcast please contact Ryan at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ryb0084 @my.londonmet.ac…

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RDTR Ep0024 PY7210 Lit Review 14:22

3M ago14:22

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Welcome to the podcast, tragically for you, Ryan cannot join us today, thanks to Thanos and some band fingering. But... for you lucky few, we have a deep dive into PY7210 Literature Review and how to do them. Notes can be found ⁠here⁠ If you have any requests or questions about this podcast please contact Ryan at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ryb0084 @my.londonmet.ac.uk⁠⁠⁠…

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Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy for Treating an Index Trauma: The Client Experience 39:24

3M ago39:24

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In this episode… Trauma from sudden medical crises often leaves more than physical scars; it disrupts a person’s sense of safety, identity, and control. Traditional therapy can feel too slow or disconnected when your body and mind are flooded with fear. When even the memory of being in a hospital is too much to bear, how can you move forward? One r…

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Yarn with Tyson Yunkaporta 1:05:48

3M ago1:05:48

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This conversation features Tyson Yunkaporta, academic, arts critic, researcher, and member of the Apalech Clan in far north Queensland. Tyson is the author of Sand Talk: How Indigenous Thinking Can Save the World; Right Story, Wrong Story: How to Have Fearless Conversations in Hell; and Snake Talk: How the World’s Ancient Serpent Stories Can Guide …

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MDMA, Ketamine, and Other Tools for Working With Trauma 48:20

3M ago48:20

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Veronika Gold, LMFT, is the Co-founder of Polaris Insight Center, a clinic offering ketamine-assisted psychotherapy, integrative psychiatry, and integration services. She is a lead trainer at Polaris Training Program. She served as a sub-investigator and co-therapist, educator, and consultant at the Lykos clinical trials for the treatment of PTSD w…

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RDTR Ep0023 PY7216 Week? Relational Int Psy Chpt1_9 17:08

4M ago17:08

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Welcome to the podcast, tragically for you, Ryan cannot join us today, but have you ever seen him and Batman in the same room? But... for you lucky few, we have a deep dive into PY7216 Week who the heck knows? (sort of week 8) Relational Integrative Psychotherapy Chapters 1 and 9 Notes can be found here If you have any requests or questions about t…

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Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy and Complex Trauma: The Client Experience 45:33

4M ago45:33

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In this episode… Many people struggling with trauma feel stuck — trapped by memories they can’t fully recall yet deeply affect their daily lives. Traditional therapy can take years to untangle the layers of emotional pain, and even then, some wounds remain deeply buried. How can you unlock those hidden experiences to begin healing? After enduring c…

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When Pills Aren't Enough: A Candid Conversation with Dr. Tari Dilks on Psychotherapy's Vital Role in Mental Healthcare 31:06

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Send us a text What happens when the art of psychotherapy gets pushed aside in favor of medication management? In this thought-provoking episode, we're joined by Dr. Tari Dilks ([email protected]), retired full professor and past president of the American Psychiatric Nurse Association, who shares wisdom from her remarkable 50-year journey in psyc…

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The Use of Touch in Psychedelic-Assisted Psychotherapy: A Tricky Topic 31:29

4M ago31:29

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Dr. Signi Goldman, MD, is a board-certified psychiatrist and the Co-founder and Medical Director of Living Medicine Institute, which offers psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy training programs. As a certified provider for psychedelic-assisted therapy and research, she has practiced in various clinical settings, including hospital systems and altern…

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Financial Activism with Jasmine Rashid 1:05:14

4M ago1:05:14

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In this conversation Jenny and Jasmine discuss: Four common internalized stories we have about money Money trauma The importance of talking about money Jasmine's analogy of a water supply Philosophical questions of enough and fairness Banking: extractive vs. sustainable and community-oriented options Public banking Consumption decisions and Jasmine…