Best Relational Psych Podcasts (2026)

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American Power in a Multipolar World 39:38

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American foreign policy is in crisis. The bipartisan consensus that emerged after the Cold War has collapsed after a string of American failures, like the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. Now, with the rise of China and the new ascendance of middle powers, the United States must rethink its engagement with the world. But where to start? In this episod…

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Drs. Robyn Walser & Darrah Westrup - You Are Not Your Trauma 55:13

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Comments or feedback? Send us a text! In this episode of Thoughts on Record, we’re joined by Drs. Robyn D. Walser and Darrah Westrup—two of the world’s leading experts in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and trauma treatment. Their new book, You Are Not Your Trauma, offers a compassionate and practical guide to healing that helps readers mov…

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How Foreign Influence Works in Washington 51:46

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The United States is wealthy, powerful, and a democracy. That means there are many avenues for foreign countries vying to influence its politics and policy. Though many forms of foreign lobbying are legal and totally above-board, those efforts are largely misunderstood and all too understudied. But understanding the geopolitics of influence can hel…

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Dr. Shirley Hershko - ADHD in Women 37:41

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Comments or feedback? Send us a text! In this episode of Thoughts on Record, we sit down with Dr. Shirley Hershko, one of the foremost voices in the understanding of ADHD in girls and women. Her work has been central in challenging long-standing assumptions about how ADHD presents across the female lifespan—from childhood and early adulthood throug…

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What Americans Really Think of Trump's Foreign Policy 55:40

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Trump embodies many contradictions when it comes to foreign policy. IGA's newly released study, "Reckless Peacemaker? How Americans See Trump's Foreign Policy," tries to make sense of these contradictions by polling Americans on the biggest geopolitical challenges of today. We found that Americans think Trump is performing poorly overall, but there…

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Melissa Fulgieri, LCSW - Healing Relational Trauma 54:57

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Comments or feedback? Send us a text! In this conversation, we speak with psychotherapist and author Melissa Fulgieri, LCSW about her powerful book Healing Relational Trauma, which offers a deeply human and integrative approach to understanding the ways our early relationships shape who we become. We explore how awareness, compassion, and self-trus…

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Patrick Ney - When At the Zoo Watch the Humans 56:44

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Comments or feedback? Send us a text! Parenting can often feel like a relentless series of checkboxes—milestones to hit, skills to teach, problems to solve. Yet beneath all of this lies something far deeper: the opportunity to cultivate wholeness, authenticity, and love, both in ourselves and in our children. In this episode, When At the Zoo Watch …

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Dr. Maelisa McCaffrey - Clinical Documentation 57:52

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Comments or feedback? Send us a text! 🎙️ Episode Overview Clinical documentation: every therapist’s frenemy. For many mental health professionals, paperwork is one of the most persistent sources of stress—filled with contradictory advice, defensive writing habits, and the ever-present fear of audits or legal scrutiny. Add to that an endless backlog…

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Saturn-Neptune and Sacrifice 54:23

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From April 2024 through April 2027, Saturn and Neptune meet in a rare and powerful alignment, reaching their peak of exactitude in 2025 and 2026. This conjunction illuminates the archetype of sacrifice—not as mere loss, but in its truest meaning: to make sacred. In this episode, Jessica DiRuzza, MFT, explores sacrifice as an expression of grief and…

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The Warrior's Path to Healing 28:13

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Send us a text What does it mean to be a warrior for Christ in today's world? Not just someone who wears a uniform or carries a weapon, but someone divinely commissioned to contend for righteousness in their family, church, and community. The fight within – our internal battlefield – demands attention before we can effectively engage in external sp…

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The Commissioned Warrior: Embracing Your Spiritual Battlefield 40:02

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Send us a text What happens when a warrior awakens but has no mission? They become dangerous not just to themselves, but to everyone around them. In this compelling second installment of our Warriorism series, Chaplain Justin Schalow reveals why commissioning is the critical next step after awakening. The modern world has sold us a dangerous lie: t…

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Solar Return Reading 1:13:56

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The Trust Psyche podcast is back! In episode 48, Jessica makes a rare exception and gives Travis a solar return reading. In this context they discuss the current Saturn-Neptune conjunction and eclipses, as well as the mid-life transits--Uranus opposite Uranus, Neptune square Neptune, Pluto square Pluto, and Saturn opposite Saturn. Sign up for Jessi…

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Dr. Claire Sira & Tom Hudock: Feeling Loved With Adult ADHD 1:03:43

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Comments or feedback? Send us a text! In this episode, Dr. Claire Sira and Tom Hudock join me to discuss their new book Feeling Loved with Adult ADHD. We explore how ADHD can quietly undermine even the strongest relationships—and how partners can move from shame and blame to empathy and trust. Together we cover: Emotion dysregulation and its impact…

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The Unawakened Warrior 31:46

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Send us a text Chaplain Justin Schalow introduces his forthcoming book "Warriorism," which addresses the crisis of biblical manhood and calls men to embody both the lion (strength/danger) and the lamb (restraint/discipline). • Many men lack father figures or clear blueprints for biblical manhood • Current men's studies often offer shallow principle…

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Rewiring Attachment: How God Heals Our Relational Patterns 31:32

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Send us a text Support the show Visit ReviveWellCo.com Need counseling? Click the Contact Us for Counseling tab. Want to share your story or connect with the show? Visit the Theo-Psych Project tab. We’re here to walk with you—mind, soul, and spirit.By Theo-Psych Project

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Echoes of Eden: Attachment Theory and the Soul 42:07

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Send us a text Have you ever wondered why intimacy feels so terrifying sometimes? Why you push away the very people you want close? The Garden of Eden wasn't just about a piece of fruit, it was humanity's first attachment trauma. When Adam and Eve hid from God, they weren't just breaking a rule; they were experiencing the first spiritual rupture. T…

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Dr. Niko Kukushkin - One Hand Clapping: Rethinking the Human Mind 1:07:21

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Comments or feedback? Send us a text! In this conversation, neuroscientist and author Dr. Nikolay Kukushkin joins us to explore some of the deepest questions about the human mind. Drawing from his book One Hand Clapping, Dr. Kukushkin offers a rare synthesis of biology, evolution, and philosophy—challenging us to reconsider not only how the mind wo…

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The Brutal, Beautiful Truth About Forgiving Infidelity 46:48

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Send us a text Forgiveness sounds beautiful in theory, but feels like warfare in practice. When betrayal shatters your world, the journey toward healing isn't the clean, linear process we're often sold. Instead, it's messy, cyclical, and demands more than just a spiritual decision. This raw, honest exploration dives deep into what forgiveness truly…

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Dr. James Cordova - The Mindful Path to Intimacy 59:47

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Comments or feedback? Send us a text! Clinicians will often hear their clients express deeply felt needs, only to admit they’ve never shared them with their partner—usually due to fear of vulnerability or a defensive, adversarial dynamic that makes intimacy feel unsafe. In today’s episode, we are joined by Dr. James Cordova—Professor of Psychology …

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Episode 10: Why The '90s Matter 30:48

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The 1990s were a pivotal decade for the United States and the world. This season on None Of The Above, we rewinded to the '90s to cover the breakup of the Soviet Union, America's unipolar moment, and the rise of China. We explored civil war in Afghanistan, the spread of nuclear weapons, South Africa's transition to democracy, and much more. The '90…

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Dr. Meredith Gansner - Depression, Diagnosis & Digital Culture in Teens 1:04:56

6M ago1:04:56

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Comments or feedback? Send us a text! Digital media is changing the way young people experience—and express—mental health struggles, particularly depression. Child and adolescent psychiatrist, Dr. Meredith Gansner, joins us to discuss themes in her new book Teen Depression Gone Viral. 🔍 Topics We Explore: What inspired Teen Depression Gone Viral an…

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Episode 9: A Military Without Rival 39:12

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The military and the very idea of national security changed a lot in the 1990s. Politicians promised a new period of peace and prosperity after the Cold War, but the military would not draw down from the international arena. On the contrary, the United States turned to policing the world, and the military carried out new types of missions meant to …

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The War Within: Finding Hope After Trauma 36:20

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Send us a text What happens when war follows you home? When the training that kept you alive in combat becomes the very thing destroying your marriage? Justin and Jen's story peels back the layers of military trauma, revealing the raw aftermath of Justin's deployment to Iraq—where suicide bombers, mass casualties, and daily firefights rewired his b…

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Dr. Heather Wheeler - Perfectionism in High Performers 58:05

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Comments or feedback? Send us a text! At first glance, perfectionism looks like an asset; however, the same internal drive that fuels greatness can also erode well-being, leaving success feeling empty and unsatisfying. In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Heather Wheeler, psychologist and former elite athlete, to explore the psychology of perfecti…

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Episode 8: The Cost of Humanitarian Intervention 43:12

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When the Cold War ended, many imagined a more peaceful world. Yet the 1990s were marked by humanitarian crises in Somalia, Rwanda, and former Yugoslavia. Images of mass atrocities and genocide reached wide audiences on newly available 24/7 TV news channels, as humanitarians increasingly advocated for military intervention. The United States under B…

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Overcoming Infidelity and War Trauma: Our True Story of PTSD, Grief, and Forgiveness 12:40

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Send us a text What happens when war follows you home—and into your marriage? In this raw and redemptive episode of Theo-Psych, Jennifer and Justin share their personal story of surviving infidelity, combat trauma, and soul-deep grief. As a Christian counselor and Army chaplain, they take you inside the real spiritual and psychological warfare that…

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Theo-Psych Trailer 4:43

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Send us a text Welcome to Theo-Psych, where theology and psychology come together in the pursuit of healing, truth, and transformation. This isn't just another podcast; it's a movement hosted by a theologian and a traumatologist. We boldly explore the raw and often hidden aspects of the human soul: trauma, identity, survival, spirituality, codepend…

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Episode 7: America's China Gamble 41:25

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China's violent Tiananmen Square crackdown in 1989 marked a turning point in US-China relations. After two decades of slowly but steadily nurturing friendly relations, the United States would choose to develop economic ties without insisting on democratic reforms. The prevailing hope was that China's economic growth would inevitably lead to politic…

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Dr. Chris Taplin - Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation 54:50

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Comments or feedback? Send us a text! Dr. Chris Taplin,a psychiatrist and founder of Ottawa’s TMS Life clinic, joins us for a deep dive into one of the most promising frontiers in psychiatric care: Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation, or TMS. As clinicians, many of us have encountered the heartbreak of treatment-resistant depression — watching client…

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Sudan and the Limits of Western Peacebuilding (from the archive) 26:33

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Sudan's civil war recently entered its third year. It has claimed the lives of around 150,000 people and displaced around 13 million. In this archival episode, we revisit the outbreak of violence that erupted in April 2023 between the Sudanese Army, led by Gen. Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, and a paramilitary group called the Rapid Support Forces, led by…

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Dr. Joe Pierre - Why We Believe What Isn’t True 56:38

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Comments or feedback? Send us a text! In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Joe Pierre, psychiatrist and author of False, to explore why people believe things that aren’t true—and why challenging those beliefs is rarely as simple as presenting the facts. Drawing from research in psychiatry, cognitive science, and social psychology, Dr. Pierre unpacks …

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Episode 6: How Apartheid Ended in South Africa 40:05

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In the 1990s, South Africa ended apartheid, a brutal system of racial segregation, and became a democracy. During the Cold War, the United States supported South Africa's apartheid government because it was anti-communist. But American civil rights activists pushed Washington to reassess its support – which it did as the Cold War wound down. Nelson…

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Dr. Scott Waltman & Kasey Pierce: Stoicism for the Modern Mind 1:01:13

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Comments or feedback? Send us a text! In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Scott Waltman and Kasey Pierce coauthors, along with Trent Codd, Ed.S of The Stoicism Workbook - to explore how ancient Stoic philosophy can offer powerful tools for managing today’s challenges. From emotional resilience and anxiety to self-compassion and values-driven living,…

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Episode 5: Why the Israel-Palestine Peace Process Failed 45:19

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The 1990s witnessed a turning point in one of the world's most intractable disputes. After four decades of conflict, the 1991 Madrid Conference opened the door for peace talks between Israelis and Palestinians. A flurry of negotiations and agreements followed. The Camp David Summit in 2000 was the Clinton administration's last-ditch attempt to prod…

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Dr. Betsy Chung - Building Emotional Security Within Relationships 51:44

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Comments or feedback? Send us a text! Building emotional security and navigating conflict with intention often defines the success of our closest relationships. Join us for an in-depth discussion with psychologist Dr. Betsy Chung to explore these and other topics explored in her new book The Couple Skills Workbook: Manage Conflict, Increase Trust &…

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Episode 4: Fewer Nukes, More Danger 38:29

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Nightmares of mushroom clouds and fears of mutually assured destruction plagued many during the Cold War. But by the early 1990s, both the United States and Russia promised a world with fewer nuclear weapons. Together, they agreed to dismantle 80% of their strategic nuclear warheads. Meanwhile, other countries such as North Korea and Pakistan saw v…

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Donna Jackson Nakazawa: Healing Adverse Childhood Experiences 56:13

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Comments or feedback? Send us a text! In this episode, we sit down with Donna Jakson Nakazawa to explore a topic at the core of many people's therapeutic journeys: recovering from the impact of adverse childhood experiences. Her new book, The Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) Guided Journal, offers a compassionate, science-backed approach to und…

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Episode 3: The CIA, Afghanistan, and the Road to 9/11 46:17

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This is the story of how a CIA covert action program inadvertently created the conditions for the Taliban to seize control and provide safe haven for Osama bin Laden. Following a Cold War proxy battle between the Soviet Union and the United States, al Qaeda gained strength throughout the 1990s, leading to the deadliest attack on American soil on Se…

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Dr. Yona Bouskila - Do We Have Freewill? 58:16

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Comments or feedback? Send us a text! Many of us accept freewill as an undeniable truth, assuming that we are the architects of our own decisions and destiny. Yet, a growing body of scientific research challenges this notion, suggesting that our sense of freewill may be more of an illusion than reality. This emerging perspective carries profound im…

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Episode 2: How Democracy Failed in Russia 45:24

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America was on top of the world in the 1990s as its erstwhile rival, Russia, was struggling to find its footing. President Boris Yelstin's liberal reforms were soon dashed by economic crises and infighting among Russian elites. US policymakers also contributed to this tragedy, which would lead to Vladimir Putin's rise by the end of the decade. In t…

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Dr. Sharon Martin - Better Boundaries 57:28

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Comments or feedback? Send us a text! Whether it's in our personal relationships, at work, or even with ourselves, boundaries are essential for our well-being and peace of mind. Yet, many of us - even clinicians I might add - at times struggle with this practice, often feeling overwhelmed, guilty, or unsure of how to start. In this episode, we are …

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Episode 1: Dawn of Unipolarity 42:32

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The 1990s were a decade of transformation and optimism. Teenagers were listening to grunge rock and hip hop on their walkmans. Flannels and jean jackets became staples of '90s fashion. And seemingly without warning, the Cold War was over, the Soviet Union had dissolved, and the United States emerged as the sole superpower. Today's world seems more …

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Dr. René Mõttus - Personality Predicts Life Satisfaction 57:57

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Comments or feedback? Send us a text! While most of us intuitively believe that our assessment of our lives is largely objective and a direct result of what has been happening to us, it's clear that subjective perceptions of objective events play a significant role in shaping the ultimate emotional experience of those events. This highlights the im…

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Amanda Petrik-Gardner, LCPC - Excessive Reassurance Seeking 54:14

1y ago54:14

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Comments or feedback? Send us a text! Compulsive reassurance seeking can be a challenging issue for both clients and therapists to manage. Clients are often highly adept—sometimes knowingly, sometimes unknowingly—at eliciting excessive reassurance from therapists and family members. At the same time, resisting the urge to seek reassurance can feel …

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Relational Astrology: Synastry & Composite Charts 47:22

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Join astrologer and depth psychotherapist Jessica DiRuzza, MFT, and astrologer and philosopher Travis DiRuzza, PhD, in an enlightening conversation on Relational Astrology. In this episode, they dive deep into synastry and composite charts, two powerful tools in astrology that reveal the dynamics of relationships. Explore how planetary archetypes s…

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Debunking Eating Disorder Myths with Experts from The Emily Program 47:51

1y ago47:51

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In this episode Dr. Claney speaks with three therapists from the Emily Program, a national eating disorder treatment organization. They discuss and debunk myths about eating disorders, including myths like “you can tell if somebody has an eating disorder by looking at them,” and “eating disorders are a choice.” The episode delves into the complexit…

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Dr. Nina Josefowtiz - Behavioural Activation for Depression 1:21:46

1y ago1:21:46

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Comments or feedback? Send us a text! Behavioural activation is one of the best, if not the best treatments for depression. Clinical psychologist and author, Dr. Nina Josefowitz joins us for an in-depth discussion of themes contained in her new book The Behavioural Activation Workbook for Depression. In this discussion we cover: The basic premise o…

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Dr. Lindsay Gibson: Disentangling from Emotionally Immature People 57:28

1y ago57:28

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Comments or feedback? Send us a text! Navigating relationships with emotionally immature parents can evoke very strong reactions, which can be difficult to navigate. In many clinician's experience, when this topic comes up, people tend to react in one of three ways: defending their parents as perfect, blaming them for all their struggles, or questi…

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Scarcity Money Mindset with Tammy Thomas 41:42

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In this episode of the Relational Psych Podcast, host Dr. Carly Claney interviews Tamasin (Tammy) Thomas, a licensed mental health therapist and former financial planner. They delve into the concept of scarcity money mindset, discussing its impact on personal and relational dynamics. Tammy shares her own experiences and those of her clients, emphas…

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Embracing Midlife Career Transitions with Therapist Nick Nordberg 38:47

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In this episode of the Relational Psych Podcast, host Dr. Carly Clayney talks to Nick Nordberg, a licensed mental health counselor specializing in life transitions. They discuss the topic of midlife career changes, sharing Nick's personal journey from business analyst to therapist. The conversation highlights the importance of being open to change,…