Best Curt Widhalm Podcasts (2025)

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504: EMDR with Adolescents with Curt Widhalm, LMFT 33:29

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Welcome back to Therapy Chat! This week's episode is a replay from 2021 with Curt Widhalm, LMFT. Curt is a group practice owner, podcaster and EMDR Consultant In Training based in Los Angeles, CA, In this replay episode, Curt explains more about EMDR and how he uses it with adolescents. He explains how he got into using EMDR after experiencing it h…

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When Burnout Ends Your Therapy Career: An Interview with Ofra Obejas 43:58

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When Burnout Ends Your Therapy Career: An Interview with Ofra Obejas Curt and Katie speak with Ofra Obejas, LCSW (Retired), about what happens when even the most dedicated therapists reach their limits. After 20 years in practice, Ofra recognized she could no longer sustain the emotional and systemic demands of the work and chose to close her pract…

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503: Play Therapy + EMDR With Kids - With Ann Beckley Forest + Annie Monaco 36:45

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Welcome back to Therapy Chat! This week is a replay episode with Ann Beckley Forest and Annie Monaco, two EMDR therapists who together make up Playful EMDR. Ann and Annie talk about how they use EMDR in combination with play therapy with children who have experienced disrupted attachment relationships and trauma. As always, I had many questions and…

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How Therapists Retire: Planning, Ethics, and Letting Go of the Work You Love – An Interview with Lynn Grodzki, LCSW and Margaret Wehrenberg, PsyD 46:52

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How Therapists Retire: Planning, Ethics, and Letting Go of the Work You Love – An Interview with Lynn Grodzki, LCSW and Margaret Wehrenberg, PsyD Curt and Katie talk with Lynn Grodzki and Margaret Wehrenberg about how therapists can plan for retirement with intention and integrity. They explore the emotional, ethical, and practical considerations o…

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Modern Therapist’s Consumer Guide: SimplePractice 1:03:06

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Modern Therapist’s Consumer Guide: SimplePractice Curt and Katie talk with Jonathan Seltzer, CEO of SimplePractice, about how the company continues to evolve to meet the needs of independent mental health professionals. They discuss SimplePractice’s mission to empower clinicians with intuitive tools, transparency around investors, and the responsib…

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502: EMDR Art Therapy + Psychedelics with Jocelyn Fitzgerald 30:20

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Welcome back to Therapy Chat! This week, I'm joined by Therapist and EMDR Consultant Jocelyn Fitzgerald. We discussed the integration of creativity in trauma therapy, exploring the power of EMDR combined with creative arts, which she has used in working with refugees. She shared about her book, EMDR and the Creative Arts Therapies. The conversation…

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Protecting Clients Through Better Notes: An Interview with Dr. Maelisa McCaffrey 41:34

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Protecting Clients Through Better Notes: An Interview with Dr. Maelisa McCaffrey Curt Widhalm and Katie Vernoy talk with Dr. Maelisa McCaffrey about how therapists can document ethically and protectively in a politically charged climate. They explore how to handle sensitive topics like gender identity, reproductive rights, and immigration status wh…

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How Conscious Awareness Shapes Leadership, Therapy, and Collective Healing: An interview with Pardis Mahdavi, PhD 42:20

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How Conscious Awareness Shapes Leadership, Therapy, and Collective Healing: An Interview with Pardis Mahdavi, PhD Curt and Katie chat with Pardis Mahdavi, PhD, about how consciousness and intentional awareness can transform therapy, leadership, and community. Pardis shares how cultivating our “inner state," moving from suffering to a “beautiful sta…

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The Crisis in College Mental Health: An Interview with Pardis Mahdavi, PhD 41:04

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The Crisis in College Mental Health: An Interview with Dr. Pardis Mahdavi, PhD Curt Widhalm and Katie Vernoy talk with Dr. Pardis Mahdavi about the growing mental-health crisis among college students. Pardis shares insights from her years in higher education leadership—revealing how rising costs, outdated systems, and lack of purpose are driving st…

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501: EMDR Protocol For Attachment Trauma In Children with Debra Wesselmann 1:00:50

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This week, I'm speaking with Debra Wesselmann about attachment injuries in children and families. We discussed the importance of early intervention in attachment wounds, the integration of EMDR therapy, and the development of the Integrative Attachment Trauma Protocol for Children. The conversation highlights the complexities of parent-child dynami…

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Medical Necessity or Personal Growth? Why Documentation Matters in Therapy 35:12

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Medical Necessity or Personal Growth? Why Documentation Matters in Therapy Curt and Katie talk about medical necessity in therapy documentation – what it is, why it matters, and how therapists can navigate the tension between clinical care, insurance requirements, and personal growth. We explore how documentation protects therapists in utilization …

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Beyond Coping: Radical Healing in a World Not Built for Us – An Interview with José Rosario 37:22

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Beyond Coping: Radical Healing in a World Not Built for Us – An Interview with José Rosario Curt and Katie chat with José Rosario about radical healing, disability, cultural trauma, and intersectionality. José shares his story as a scholar, practitioner, and activist, and how his lived experience as a disabled person of color who is also queer info…

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500: Behind The Scenes Of My Shame Storm - During An Interview About Shame 31:26

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This week, in a special 500th episode of Therapy Chat, I shared a behind the scenes look at what happened when I got bad news right before a LIVE, in person interview with Janina Fisher on shame. I talked about the profound challenges of asking for help, especially for those of us who have experienced emotional or physical neglect. In a twist from …

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Navigating Food, Body Image, and GLP-1 Medications: An Interview with Robyn L. Goldberg, RDN, CEDS-C 45:05

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Navigating Food, Body Image, and GLP-1 Medications: An Interview with Robyn L. Goldberg, RDN, CEDS-C Therapists are seeing more clients struggling with confusing medical advice, new medications, and diet culture messages that impact their relationship with food and body. In this conversation, Curt and Katie talk with Robyn L. Goldberg, RDN, CEDS-C …

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499: Trauma + The Vestibular System with Kim Barthel 49:14

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In this week's episode of Therapy Chat, I interviewed the amazing Kim Barthel about the intricate connections between trauma, the sensory system, and healing. We explored the role of the vestibular system, the Vagus Nerve, and the importance of co-regulation in therapy. Kim shares insights from her extensive experience in Occupational Therapy and d…

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Somatic Therapy, Nervous System Regulation, and Expanding Capacity for Rest: An Interview with Linda Thai 40:21

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Somatic Therapy, Nervous System Regulation, and Expanding Capacity for Rest: An Interview with Linda Thai Curt and Katie chat with Linda Thai, LMSW, ERYT-200 about practical, culturally aware somatic tools therapists can use, helping clients (and themselves) expand capacity for rest, and integrating bottom-up work ethically when working with trauma…

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498: The Impact of Religious Trauma with SC Nealy 49:08

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This week's episode of Therapy Chat is on a topic which we've covered before - religious trauma. This week's guest, SC Nealy (they/she) discusses the impact of religious trauma and offers additional perspective into the harm it can cause for members of the LGBTQ+ community. Our conversation was fascinating to me, and I hope you'll find many valuabl…

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The Initial Consultation Call: Setting the Foundation for Therapy 40:47

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The Initial Consultation Call: Setting the Foundation for Therapy Curt and Katie chat about consultation and intake phone calls — the crucial first step in the client–therapist relationship. They explore how to balance logistics with empathy, set realistic expectations, and create safety and rapport from the very beginning. About our Hosts: Curt Wi…

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497: Finding The Authentic Therapist In You with Stefanie Klein 56:25

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How can therapists learn to see countertransference as a gift, rather than a problem? This week's guest is Stefanie Klein, LCSW. Stefanie, an SEP and NARM Master Therapist, is the Assistant Training Director for the Complex Trauma Training Center where she is also a consultant and faculty in the NeuroAffective Relational Model (NARM) and the new SP…

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Unmasking Shame, Myths, and Healing for Male Survivors of Sexual Abuse: An Interview with Jeremy Sachs 43:38

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Unmasking Shame, Myths, and Healing for Male Survivors of Sexual Abuse: An Interview with Jeremy Sachs Curt and Katie chat with Jeremy Sachs, integrated therapist and Narrative Exposure Therapist, about supporting male survivors of sexual abuse. We explore harmful myths and stereotypes, the developmental impacts of sexual trauma, and the systemic a…

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496: Love Connects Us Through Space + Time - With Dr. Dan Siegel 49:41

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Welcome back to Therapy Chat! In this episode, my guest is Dr. Dan Siegel. In this deep conversation, we explored themes of grief, connection, the quantum realm, integration in a biological sense, the work of Joanna Macy, losing our parents and staying connected with them, and the shared humanity that binds us all together, while also addressing th…

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Relational Healing, Neuroplasticity, and the Power of Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy: An Interview with Dr. Alexa Altman and Shira Myrow 47:38

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Relational Healing, Neuroplasticity, and the Power of Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy: An Interview with Dr. Alexa Altman, Ph.D. and Shira Myrow, LMFT In this episode, Curt and Katie chat with Dr. Alexa Altman and Shira Myrow, LMFT, about psychedelic-assisted therapy and how it supports trauma healing, neuroplasticity, and relational transformation. T…

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495: Finding Sovereignty: Beyond The Motherhood Myth with Vanessa Bennett 43:06

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This week's guest is Vanessa Bennett, LMFT, author of the new book "The Motherhood Myth: A Depth Therapist's Guide to Redefine Parenting, Reimagine Intimacy, and Reclaim the Self." In this soulful conversation, through the lens of depth psychology, Vanessa Bennett explores themes of motherhood, and some of the archetypal wounds that women carry, in…

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Advanced Minds, Unique Challenges: Therapeutic Approaches for Gifted Children 1:13:15

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Advanced Minds, Unique Challenges: Therapeutic Approaches for Gifted Children Gifted children often present with complex needs that are misunderstood or misdiagnosed. In this continuing education episode, Curt and Katie explore how asynchronous development, emotional intensity, and cognitive complexity show up in the therapy room—and what therapist…

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494: Soul Work For Uncertain Times with Francis Weller 57:30

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Welcome back to Therapy Chat! This week, I’m sharing an incredibly rich and soul-stirring conversation with psychotherapist and author, Francis Weller. Recently retired after 43 years in practice, Francis shares profound insights from his fieldwork—sitting with grieving people for over four decades to understand what the individual and collective p…

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Relational Self-Awareness and the Hard Truths of Couples Therapy: An Interview with Dr. Alexandra Solomon 44:34

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Relational Self-Awareness and the Hard Truths of Couples Therapy: An Interview with Dr. Alexandra Solomon Dr. Alexandra H. Solomon joins Curt and Katie to discuss what therapists get wrong in couples therapy, how to work with high-conflict dynamics, and the power of relational self-awareness. We explore how therapists can show up better prepared fo…

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493: Re-Parenting The Inner Child Using Authenticity Therapy with Yudit Maros 50:25

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In this conversation, I interviewed Yudit Maros, LMFT, founder of Authenticity Therapy. Yudit led the retreat I attended earlier this year in Italy, which was a powerful experiential training in her method. Authenticity Therapy is a form of inner child work which helps identify unmet emotional needs, emphasizing the importance of self-love and our …

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What Do You Have to Offer? How Describing Your Ideal Client Might Be Repelling Good Enough Clients 36:11

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What Do You Have to Offer? How Describing Your Ideal Client Might Be Repelling Good Enough Clients Curt and Katie chat about common mistakes therapists make when writing their websites and directories — especially using “ideal client” language that may turn away the very clients they want to help. They explore how to write therapist website copy th…

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492: Transforming Anxiety Into Self Love From the Adult Chair - with Michelle Chalfant 51:17

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In this week's episode of Therapy Chat, I interviewed Michelle Chalfant, a licensed therapist and coach, about her journey from anxiety and self-hatred to self-love and healing. She describes her Adult Chair model, which includes understanding the ways the energy of our child parts, adolescent parts and adult parts show up in our lives. Her recent …

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Mindfulness, EMDR, and Wearable Tech: An Interview with Dr. Steve Dansiger 40:23

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Mindfulness, EMDR, and Wearable Tech: An Interview with Dr. Steve Dansiger Curt and Katie chat with Dr. Steve Dansiger about integrating mindfulness into EMDR, what therapists often get wrong about mindfulness, and how wearable technology might enhance trauma healing. Steve shares his journey from punk rock drummer to EMDR trainer to tech innovator…

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491: Polyvagal Theory Helps Us Weather The Storm Together with Deb Dana 47:30

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In this episode of Therapy Chat, I interviewed returning guest Deb Dana, LCSW. We explored the profound impact of Polyvagal Theory on emotional regulation and connection. We discussed the importance of co-regulation, the role of nature in fostering a sense of safety, and the significance of recognizing micro-moments of joy and connection in our dai…

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Rethinking Oppositional Defiant Disorder: Children reacting to the system around them 1:14:09

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Rethinking Oppositional Defiant Disorder—Children Reacting to the System Around Them Curt and Katie chat about Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD), reframing it as a response to systemic and environmental stressors rather than a characterological flaw in children. They explore diagnostic challenges, systemic bias, and treatment considerations that …

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504: EMDR with Adolescents with Curt Widhalm, LMFT 33:29

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When Burnout Ends Your Therapy Career: An Interview with Ofra Obejas 43:58

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503: Play Therapy + EMDR With Kids - With Ann Beckley Forest + Annie Monaco 36:45

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How Therapists Retire: Planning, Ethics, and Letting Go of the Work You Love – An Interview with Lynn Grodzki, LCSW and Margaret Wehrenberg, PsyD 46:52

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Modern Therapist’s Consumer Guide: SimplePractice 1:03:06

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502: EMDR Art Therapy + Psychedelics with Jocelyn Fitzgerald 30:20

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Protecting Clients Through Better Notes: An Interview with Dr. Maelisa McCaffrey 41:34

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How Conscious Awareness Shapes Leadership, Therapy, and Collective Healing: An interview with Pardis Mahdavi, PhD 42:20

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The Crisis in College Mental Health: An Interview with Pardis Mahdavi, PhD 41:04

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501: EMDR Protocol For Attachment Trauma In Children with Debra Wesselmann 1:00:50

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Medical Necessity or Personal Growth? Why Documentation Matters in Therapy 35:12

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Beyond Coping: Radical Healing in a World Not Built for Us – An Interview with José Rosario 37:22

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500: Behind The Scenes Of My Shame Storm - During An Interview About Shame 31:26

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Navigating Food, Body Image, and GLP-1 Medications: An Interview with Robyn L. Goldberg, RDN, CEDS-C 45:05

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499: Trauma + The Vestibular System with Kim Barthel 49:14

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Somatic Therapy, Nervous System Regulation, and Expanding Capacity for Rest: An Interview with Linda Thai 40:21

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498: The Impact of Religious Trauma with SC Nealy 49:08

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The Initial Consultation Call: Setting the Foundation for Therapy 40:47

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497: Finding The Authentic Therapist In You with Stefanie Klein 56:25

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Unmasking Shame, Myths, and Healing for Male Survivors of Sexual Abuse: An Interview with Jeremy Sachs 43:38

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496: Love Connects Us Through Space + Time - With Dr. Dan Siegel 49:41

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Relational Healing, Neuroplasticity, and the Power of Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy: An Interview with Dr. Alexa Altman and Shira Myrow 47:38

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495: Finding Sovereignty: Beyond The Motherhood Myth with Vanessa Bennett 43:06

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Advanced Minds, Unique Challenges: Therapeutic Approaches for Gifted Children 1:13:15

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494: Soul Work For Uncertain Times with Francis Weller 57:30

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Relational Self-Awareness and the Hard Truths of Couples Therapy: An Interview with Dr. Alexandra Solomon 44:34

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493: Re-Parenting The Inner Child Using Authenticity Therapy with Yudit Maros 50:25

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What Do You Have to Offer? How Describing Your Ideal Client Might Be Repelling Good Enough Clients 36:11

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492: Transforming Anxiety Into Self Love From the Adult Chair - with Michelle Chalfant 51:17

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Mindfulness, EMDR, and Wearable Tech: An Interview with Dr. Steve Dansiger 40:23

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491: Polyvagal Theory Helps Us Weather The Storm Together with Deb Dana 47:30

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Rethinking Oppositional Defiant Disorder: Children reacting to the system around them 1:14:09