Ep 109 - Beyond Anxiety: Unmasking Defense Mechanisms With Michelle May More Than Anxiety podcast

Ep 109 - Beyond Anxiety: Unmasking Defense Mechanisms with Michelle May

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What do you know about Intensive Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy (ISTDP)
Join Michelle M May LPC, LLC, and me for an in-depth exploration of anxiety, defense mechanisms, and the healing process. Michelle is a leading expert in ISTDP and a faculty member at the Washington School of Psychiatry. In this episode, she shares her unique insights and practical strategies for overcoming anxiety.
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You'll learn:

How ISTDP works: How this innovative therapy approach combines elements of CBT, DBT, and narrative therapy to address mental health challenges.
The complex relationship between thoughts, emotions, and defense mechanisms: Discover how to distinguish between these elements and uncover the root causes of anxiety.
The importance of personal identity and mental health: Learn how to break self-limiting beliefs so you can heal.
Practical strategies for overcoming anxiety: Gain valuable insights and tools to reduce stress, improve your mood, and love your life.

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Chapters

1. Ep 109 - Beyond Anxiety: Unmasking Defense Mechanisms with Michelle May (00:00:00)

2. Unpacking Intensive Dynamic Psychotherapy (00:01:18)

3. Understanding Emotions in Therapy (00:14:16)

4. Exploring Personal Identity and Mental Health (00:23:15)

5. Recognizing Defense Mechanisms in Therapy (00:33:56)

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