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Can we perfect perfectionism without succumbing to anxiety?  Join us for an enlightening episode as we sit down with Dr. Eddie O'Connor, a renowned expert in sport psychology, to explore how becoming the "perfect perfectionist" and shifting our perspective on failure can lead us closer to peak performance in all aspects of life without the burden of pressure, anxiety and depression.Dr. O'Connor shares invaluable insights on how embracing failure as a natural part of the learning process can propel us towards our goals. By reframing failure as an opportunity for growth and self-discovery, he guides listeners on a transformative journey towards resilience and success.Through practical strategies and real-life examples, Dr. O'Connor demonstrates how to cultivate a healthy relationship with striving and failure, enabling us to bounce back stronger and more determined than ever. From athletes striving for victory to individuals pursuing personal and professional aspirations, his wisdom offers a roadmap to navigate setbacks with grace and resilience.Tune in to discover how to harness the power of failure as a stepping stone towards peak performance, and embark on a journey of self-improvement with confidence and resilience.Dr. Eddie O'Connor is a professional speaker and both clinical and sport psychologist, specializing in removing barriers to peak performance. He is a Fellow and Certified Mental Performance Consultant through the Association for Applied Sport Psychology, and member of the United States Olympic Committee Sport Psychology Registry. Dr. Eddie has worked with youth, high school, collegiate, national and international, Junior Olympic and professional athletes and coaches, as well as performing artists and musicians.Dr. Eddie is frequently sought after by media, appearing regularly on FOX News in Grand Rapids, a featured guest on SiriusXM's Doctor Radio, and quoted in ESPN.com, NBA.com, Los Angeles Times, Runner's World, NYMag.com, and CNN.com.He is author and host of “The Psychology of Performance: How to Be Your Best in Life” by The Great Courses, quoted in the New York Times as being the “Netflix of learning” who recruit “the world's greatest professors” that “are truly special.”An international presenter with over 350 speaking engagements and media appearances, Dr. Eddie delivers a powerful and entertaining message to his audience.Resourceshttps://dreddieoconnor.com/Success Stories Community at www.dreddieoconnor.com/membership not only can this be great for the nonprofessional person to overcome their internal obstacles to excellence, but I have a few psychologists in the membership who use it to enhance their own lives, professional practice, and share lessons learned with their clients!Psychological Flexibility Skills for the HRF at https://www.dynamicprinciples.com/hrf-act/ This is a great intro into the psychological flexibility skills we discussed, embedded into the Human Rehabilitation Framework. Even if rehab isn't your thing, the overview of ACT is a very applied introduction and includes clinical exercises and examples to facilitate practice. It is a course for professionals.  ConnectDr. Tamara SolesInstagram  @drtamarasolesTwitter @drtamarasolesFacebook http://facebook.com/drtamarasolestamara@thesecurechild.comdrtamarasoles.comSupport the ShowHelp us spread the word so others can enjoy it as well1.

What is childhood alarm? How are some traditional approaches to childhood anxiety developmentally inappropriate? Does CBT work for kids? What can we do instead? All of this and more in this episode with the holistic family psychologist, Ashleigh Warner.  Ashleigh has spent over a decade working with families in various settings. Ashleigh has a Masters Degree in Educational and Developmental Psychology and is a registered Psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency. She has worked in Thailand, Kenya, The Solomon Islands and now resides home in Australia, where she is raising her young family. Ashleigh has also trained in Family Therapy and has extensive experience working with families as a whole system. Resourceshttps://holisticfamilypsychologist.com/The Kind Collective- Raising Humans Kind MembershipConnecthttps://www.instagram.com/raisinghumanskind/Dr. Tamara SolesInstagram  @drtamarasolesTwitter @drtamarasolesFacebook http://facebook.com/drtamarasolestamara@thesecurechild.comdrtamarasoles.com

Hey everyone, thank you for listening to This Hour has 50 Minutes. After much deliberation, I have made the decision to end the podcast for a host of personal and professional reasons. There are two more episodes coming out before we end. Be sure to check those out. CE credits are available until the end of April 2024. We will reach out to annual members to discuss your situation. I want to thank everyone for listening and being with me on this journey. Thank you to all of my incredible guests for sharing your time and wisdom with me and my listeners. I am grateful to you allI have some new ventures in the works including a minimalist mastermind for therapists.  get the latest information from my email newsletter available at drtamarasoles.comThank you all. Take care.FREE 1 HOUR CE Credit https://drtamarasoles.com/episode-38/

Many adults seek services for struggles in their lives that may be the result of undiagnosed or overlooked ADHD. Often these challenges become more apparent when significant changes in their lives throw off their coping. In this podcourse, Dr. Jessica Stern joins Dr. Tamara to discuss what brings these adults to therapy, how to differentiate ADHD from overwhelm, type A personality, or parenting burnout, especially for the "shefault parent". Dr. Jessica Stern is a licensed clinical psychologist, consultant, speaker, and media contributor. a clinical assistant professor at NYU Langone Health. She specializes in adult ADHD, anxiety, depression, trauma, and burnout with a passion in values-aligned productivity and corporate wellness. She's the host of the psychiatry show on SiriusXM's Doctor Radio and serves on the advisory committee of Wondermind.Resourceshttps://www.drjessicabstern.com/https://www.drjessicabstern.com/coursesConnecthttps://www.instagram.com/drjessicastern/https://twitter.com/DrJessicaBSternhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jessicabstern/Dr. Tamara SolesInstagram  @drtamarasolesTwitter @drtamarasolesFacebook http://facebook.com/drtamarasolestamara@thesecurechild.comdrtamarasoles.comSupport the ShowHelp us spread the word so others can enjoy it as well1. Leave a review on itunes/apple podcast 2. Share an episode on Social media. Be sure to tag me on it so I can see @drtamarasoles on facebook  twitter and instagramDr. Tamara Soles is approved by the American Psychological Association and the Canadian Psychological Association to offer continuing education for psychologists. Dr. Tamara Soles maintains responsibility for the program. Verify with your State or Provincial governing body to ensure APA and CPA-approved activities are eligibleFREE 1 HOUR CE Credit https://drtamarasoles.com/episode-38/

Natalie Brunswick joins Dr. Tamara Soles to discuss high sensitivity. Natalie shares the definition of high sensitivity and sheds light on the core features and how they relate to fear responses and heightened anxiety. As an OT and a psychotherapist, her insights on the sensory processing piece are incredibly valuable. The hosts also tackle a common clinical challenge- competing sensory needs between a parent and child.HighlightsWhat is High Sensitivity? What are the core features?How do anxiety and our fear response relate to high anxiety Mirror neurons and high sensitivityHigh sensitivity and sensory processingHow to navigate competing sensory needs between a parent and child ResourcesQuiz "Are you a highly sensitive parent"?Natalie's newsletterElaine Aron's websiteConnectNatalie Brunswickhttps://highlysensitivefamily.com/https://www.instagram.com/highlysensitivefamily/Dr. Tamara SolesInstagram  @drtamarasolesTwitter @drtamarasolesFacebook http://facebook.com/drtamarasolestamara@thesecurechild.comdrtamarasoles.comSupport the ShowHelp us spread the word so others can enjoy it as well1. Leave a review on itunes/apple podcast 2. Share an episode on Social media. Be sure to tag me on it so I can see @drtamarasoles on facebook  twitter and instagramFREE 1 HOUR CE Credit https://drtamarasoles.com/episode-38/

Earn Continuing Education Credit for This EpisodeBecome a Member and Get Unlimited Continuing Education Credits for a YearAllyson Dinneen joins me to discuss embracing vulnerability, and boundaries and making space for even our most uncomfortable emotions. Allyson shares how to transform childhood patterns of fixing people's problems and making people happy to instead accompany people with compassion on their emotional journey.Allyson Dinneen is a marriage and family therapist and mental health counselor who started the Notes From Your Therapist Instagram project, which currently has almost 400K followers. Allyson's notes and insights on emotions, relationships, and life have been featured in Huffington Post, Shape, Cosmopolitan, and more. She lives in the Berkshires, Massachusetts and works in private practice.Highlights:The purpose of emotions as signalsMaking space for uncomfortable feelingsIt is OK if people are upset with you because you set a boundaryTransforming from a fixer of people's emotions to one who can hold spaceGrief and its impact as a therapistThe American Co-dependency of ParentingResourcesAllison's book Notes from Your Therapist is available hereConnectAllyson's Instagram Account @NotesFromYourTherapisthttps://www.allysondinneen.com/Instagram  @drtamarasolesTwitter @drtamarasolesFacebook http://facebook.com/drtamarasolestamara@thesecurechild.comdrtamarasoles.comSupport the ShowIf you're enjoying the show, help us spread the word so others can enjoy it as well1. Leave a review on itunes/apple podcast 2. Share an episode on Social media. Be sure to tag me on it so I can see @drtamarasoles on facebook  twitter and instagramFREE 1 HOUR CE Credit https://drtamarasoles.com/episode-38/

Enroll for 1 hour CE creditBecome a Member and Get Unlimited Continuing Education Credits for a YearToday I'm joined by Dr. Ashley Miller as we talk emotion-focused parenting and her book What to Say to Kids when Nothing Seems to Work. Dr. Ashley Miller is a child and adolescent psychiatrist and family therapist at BC Children's Hospital with 15 years experience and is also the mother of a teen and a tween. She runs groups for youth with depression and for parents of youth with mental health challenges. Dr. Miller is also the co-author of the book What to Say to Kids When Nothing Seems to Work: A Practical Guide for Parents and Caregivers.Highlights-       How families are coping with COVID-19-       Mental health professionals managing COVID-       What led to the creation of her book and what sets it apart from other parenting books-       Emotion Focused Family Therapy-       The Do-over and the value of therapeutic apologies-       The role of reassurance in anxiety and sadness-       Parental involvement in children's mental health treatmentConnectDr. Ashley MIllerTwitter: @ashleypmillerInstagram: drashleymillerWebsite: www.what2say2kids.orgDr. TamaraInstagram  @drtamarasolesTwitter @drtamarasolesFacebook http://facebook.com/drtamarasolestamara@thesecurechild.comdrtamarasoles.comWhat to Say to Kids When Nothing Seems to Work: A Practical Guide for Parents and Caregivers. By Adele Lafrance PhD and Ashley Miller MDhttps://www.routledge.com/What-to-Say-to-Kids-When-Nothing-Seems-to-Work-A-Practical/Lafrance-Miller/p/book/9781138344631Emotion-Focused Family Therapy https://www.emotionfocusedfamilytherapy.org/Dr. Bruce Perry's Talk with Oprah about COVID-19https://www.neurosequential.com/covid-19-resourcesWe Need To Talk About Another Pandemic Mental Health Crisis: Therapist Burnout By Dr. Jessi Goldhttps://www.forbes.com/sites/jessicagold/2021/01/19/we-need-to-talk-about-another-pandemic-mental-health-crisis-therapist-burnout/?sh=579669114d18How to Talk so Kids will Listen and Listen so Kids will Talkhttps://www.amazon.ca/How-Talk-Kids-Will-Listen/dp/1451663889FREE 1 HOUR CE Credit https://drtamarasoles.com/episode-38/

Get 1 Hour CE credit for this episodeHow do we help kids with intense anger when their parents say they "refuse" to try the strategies they have been taught? Guest Jessica Sinarski shares her trauma-informed strategies to teach children about their brain and help them understand and regulate their emotions. Whether it is helping them strengthen that "staircase" between their upstairs brain and their downstairs brain or helping them get familiar with their "acting before thinking" and "thinking before acting" teams, Jessica has clear and effective strategies that clinicians and parents can implement easily.  Jessica Sinarski is a licensed professional counselor of mental health, author, speaker, and instigator of hope. She offers deeply trauma-informed support and education for home, school, and community audiences. Weaving user-friendly brain science into everything she does, Jessica ignites both passion and know-how in audiences. Her extensive post-graduate training and 15+ years as a clinician and educator led her to create the resource and training platform BraveBrains. She partners with school districts and child welfare agencies around the world to unlock resilience in children and adults alike. She's the author of several books including the upcoming RILEY THE BRAVE'S BIG FEELINGS ACTIVITY BOOK- a trauma-informed guide for counsellors, educators and parents. Highlights Why kids struggle with "using their strategies"How to teach kids about the upstairs brain and downstairs brainStrengthening the staircaseCo-regulation and the staircaseScaffolding toward naming emotionsWhy animal representation may be the most effective toolWriting a letter from the tiger brainResourceshttps://bravebrains.com/https://jessicasinarski.com/Connecthttps://www.instagram.com/jessicasinarski/https://twitter.com/jessicasinarskihttps://www.facebook.com/jessicasinarskiDr. Tamara SolesInstagram  @drtamarasolesTwitter @drtamarasolesFacebook http://facebook.com/drtamarasolestamara@thesecurechild.comdrtamarasoles.comSupport the ShowHelp us spread the word so others can enjoy it as well1. Leave a review on itunes/apple podcast 2. Share an episode on Social media. Be sure to tag me on it so I can see @drtamarasoles on facebook  twitter and instagramDr. Tamara Soles is approved by the American Psychological Association and the Canadian Psychological Association to offer continuing education for psychologists. Dr. Tamara Soles maintains responsibility for the program. Verify with your State or Provincial governing body to ensure APA and CPA-approved activities are eligibleFREE 1 HOUR CE Credit https://drtamarasoles.com/episode-38/

Earn 1 hour CE.  Register to take the post-testIn this engaging podcast episode,  host Dr. Tamara Soles invites esteemed psychologist Dr. Helen Ofosu to shed light on her career as a work and business psychologist. Together, they explore Dr. Ofosu's practical approaches to helping individuals navigate workplace barriers and discuss the common concerns that lead people to seek her valuable coaching services. Additionally, they delve into the impact of imposter syndrome and imposter treatment, specifically on racialized individuals.Dr. Ofosu describes her own advocacy work within Canada to support Black psychologists. Don't miss this episode with valuable insights for therapists seeking to enhance their understanding of supporting clients in the workplace.Dr. Helen Ofosu has been practising Industrial / Organizational Psychology (also known as Work or Business Psychology) in the public and private sectors for over 20 years. In addition to Career and Executive Coaching, her specialties include assessing and developing leadership skills and navigating the complex issues of workplace bullying, harassment, equity, diversity and inclusion.  In 2012, she founded I/O Advisory Services, a practice where she offers Executive and Career Coaching, HR Consulting, and some speaking and training. She's also the author of the newly released book “How to be Resilient in Your Career: Facing Up to Barriers at Work”Highlights Top concerns that keep employees up at nightHelping clients advocate for themselves vs knowing when to walk awayImposter syndrome and imposter treatment of racialized individualsNavigating work-from-home accommodations. Resourceshttps://ioadvisory.com/dr-helen-ofosu-hr-consultant-career-coach/Connecthttps://twitter.com/drheleno_caDr. Tamara SolesInstagram  @drtamarasolesTwitter @drtamarasolesFacebook http://facebook.com/drtamarasolestamara@thesecurechild.comdrtamarasoles.comSupport the ShowHelp us spread the word so others can enjoy it as well1. Leave a review on itunes/apple podcast 2. Share an episode on Social media. Be sure to tag me on it so I can see @drtamarasoles on facebook  twitter and instagramDr. Tamara Soles is approved by the American Psychological Association and the Canadian Psychological Association to offer continuing education for psychologists. Dr. Tamara Soles maintains responsibility for the program. Verify with your State or Provincial governing body to ensure APA and CPA-approved activities are eligibleFREE 1 HOUR CE Credit https://drtamarasoles.com/episode-38/

Earn 1 hour CE.  Register to take the post-testDr. Liz Angoff joins host Dr. Tamara Soles in this enlightening episode as they discuss the transformative potential of collaborative co-construction in psychological assessments.  Explore how actively involving children in shaping assessment questions and engaging in feedback dialogues enhances their understanding of their own brains and empowers them to advocate for themselves. Gain practical tips, real-life examples, and insights on delivering empowering feedback that fosters a growth mindset and self-efficacy. Whether you've been a psychologist for 2 years or 20, this powerful episode will reveal the immense power of collaboration, self-discovery, and the lifelong benefits of involving children in their own assessment journey.Highlights How to empower kids even before the intake sessionCo-constructing a narrative of "highways" and "construction zones"Framing the assessment question from the child's point of viewHow to conduct feedback with a childOvercoming objections from parentsResourcesDr. Liz's free resources and book https://brainbuildingbook.com/What is Neurodiversity video for kidsConnectDr. Liz AngoffInstagram @explainingbrainsDr. Tamara SolesInstagram  @drtamarasolesTwitter @drtamarasolesFacebook http://facebook.com/drtamarasolestamara@thesecurechild.comdrtamarasoles.comSupport the ShowHelp us spread the word so others can enjoy it as well1. Leave a review on itunes/apple podcast 2. Share an episode on Social media. Be sure to tag me on it so I can see @drtamarasoles on facebook  twitter and instagramDr. Tamara Soles is approved by the American Psychological Association and the Canadian Psychological Association to offer continuing education for psychologists. Dr. Tamara Soles maintains responsibility for the program. Verify with your State or Provincial governing body to ensure APA and CPA-approved activities are eligibleFREE 1 HOUR CE Credit https://drtamarasoles.com/episode-38/

Enroll to earn 1 hour of CEDo you get overwhelmed at tax time or find yourself digging through faded receipts that you intended to keep track of month-to-month? Self-proclaimed accounting nerd and CEO of Heard, Andrew Riesen joins me to help therapists master their finances! Whether you're a seasoned therapist or just starting out, we've got the financial considerations, mistakes, and mindset shifts you need to know.Highlights The most common financial mistakes made by therapists and how to avoid them Navigating separate bank accountsWhen to use software solutions and when to outsource your bookkeepingThe impact of money mindsetHow to reframe your finances to live a balanced and healthy life as a therapistAndrew Riesen is a mission-driven entrepreneur, financial accountant, and CEO of Heard, the financial back-office for therapists in private practice. Prior to Heard, Andrew worked at PWC, where he worked as a financial accountant, helped build an internal software incubator, and co-founded an affordable sales tax solution for small to medium-sized businesses. When not supporting mental health professionals in private practice, Andrew can be found exploring the nooks and crannies of the Pacific Northwest trail-running, cycling, or snowboarding, or at home with his nose in a book or journal.ResourcesHeard: Bookkeeping and Taxes for TherapistsConnectLinkedin @andrewriesenDr. Tamara SolesInstagram  @drtamarasolesTwitter @drtamarasolesFacebook http://facebook.com/drtamarasolestamara@thesecurechild.comdrtamarasoles.comSupport the ShowHelp us spread the word so others can enjoy it as well1. Leave a review on itunes/apple podcast 2. Share an episode on Social media. Be sure to tag me on it so I can see @drtamarasoles on facebook  twitter and instagramDr. Tamara Soles is approved by the American Psychological Association and the Canadian Psychological Association to offer continuing education for psychologists. Dr. Tamara Soles maintains responsibility for the program. Verify with your State or Provincial governing body to ensure APA and CPA-approved activities are eligibleFREE 1 HOUR CE Credit https://drtamarasoles.com/episode-38/

Get CE credits for this episode HighlightsThe unique mental health risks for African American ChildrenHow the false narratives around African American Families impact therapyFactors contributing to shame for African American FamiliesSteps therapists can take to reduce shameImplicit bias and how it impacts therapyShame proof parentingParental Identity Development ModelMercedes Samudio, LCSW is a licensed psychotherapist, bestselling author, international speaker, and visionary entrepreneur. She works with parents worldwide to develop a healthy identity with her revolutionary Parental Identity Development Model - incorporating her Shame-Proof Parenting framework to help reduce the shame parents experience as they raise healthy children. Mercedes is also trained in trauma-informed modalities, which she uses in her work with parents to help them heal the past traumas that can influence how they interact with themselves and their children. Outside of her professional life supporting families, Mercedes is married to her best friend and soulmate, and they live in sunny Southern California with their 3 fur kids (2 cats and a dog). You can learn more about her work at http://shameproofparenting.com.ResourcesEngaging African American Families TrainingMercedes' website- Shame Proof ParentingShame Proof Parenting BookImplicit Bias TestConnectMercedes Samudiohttp://instagram.com/mrs.samudio http://linkedin.com/in/mercedessamudiolcswDr. Tamara SolesInstagram  @drtamarasolesTwitter @drtamarasolesFacebook http://facebook.com/drtamarasolestamara@thesecurechild.comdrtamarasoles.comSupport the ShowHelp us spread the word so others can enjoy it as well1. Leave a review on itunes/apple podcast 2. Share an episode on Social media. Be sure to tag me on it so I can see @drtamarasoles on facebook  twitter and instagramDr. Tamara Soles is approved by the American Psychological Association and the Canadian Psychological Association to offer continuing education for psychologists. Dr. Tamara Soles maintains responsibility for the program. Verify with your State or Provincial governing body to ensure APA and CPA-approved activities are eligibleFREE 1 HOUR CE Credit https://drtamarasoles.com/episode-38/

Get CE credits for this episodeWhether you're a therapist in private practice or growing your side hustle, this episode is for you! Listen as we discuss mental health marketing, how to rethink your messaging and why your message needs to reach the top of the bleacher seats! Steve Turney is the executive director of the Mental Health Marketing Conference, a two-day annual event that invites mental health professionals to connect, learn, build a community, and engage in potential collaborative opportunities. HighlightsWhy therapists struggle with marketingReframing marketing as messagingBranding as a promiseCommon marketing mistakesResourcesMental Health Marketing ConferenceConnectSteve Turney LinkedIn @steverturney Dr. Tamara SolesInstagram  @drtamarasolesTwitter @drtamarasolesFacebook http://facebook.com/drtamarasolestamara@thesecurechild.comdrtamarasoles.comSupport the ShowHelp us spread the word so others can enjoy it as well1. Leave a review on itunes/apple podcast 2. Share an episode on Social media. Be sure to tag me on it so I can see @drtamarasoles on facebook  twitter and instagramDr. Tamara Soles is approved by the American Psychological Association and the Canadian Psychological Association to offer continuing education for psychologists. Dr. Tamara Soles maintains responsibility for the program. Verify with your State or Provincial governing body to ensure APA and CPA approved activities are eligibleFREE 1 HOUR CE Credit https://drtamarasoles.com/episode-38/

Ready to bid a final farewell to procrastination? In this episode, guest Dr. Hayden Finch shares the psychology of procrastination! From exploring the different types of procrastination to decoding the fascinating neuroscience behind it, we'll equip you with the knowledge and tools to help your clients (or yourself!) overcome the tendency to put things off. Plus, Dr.  Finch reveals why procrastination is more than just poor time management and dives into the emotional roots of this sneaky habit. Dr. Hayden Finch is a licensed clinical psychologist, behavior change expert, and author. She is the CEO and founder of the Finch Center for High Functioning Anxiety and the author of “The Psychology of Procrastination” as well as the book “Habits: A 12-week journal to Change your habits, track your progress and achieve your goals”. Her mission is to equip people with the skills to master anxiety, discover self-acceptance, and find meaning in a busy life. HighlightsActive vs Passive procrastination Why we procrastinateThe Neuroscience of ProcrastinationEmotion regulation as an underlying causeNeurodiversity and procrastinationStrategies to improve procrastinationWhy time management strategies aren't enoughResourcesFree Procrastination PDF The Psychology of Procrastination: Understand Habits, Find Motivation and Get Things DoneConnectDr. Hayden Finchhttps://www.haydenfinch.com/Instagram @haydenfinchphd Dr. Tamara SolesInstagram  @drtamarasolesTwitter @drtamarasolesFacebook http://facebook.com/drtamarasolestamara@thesecurechild.comdrtamarasoles.comSupport the ShowHelp us spread the word so others can enjoy it as well1. Leave a review on itunes/apple podcast 2. Share an episode on Social media. Be sure to tag me on it so I can see @drtamarasoles on facebook  twitter and instagramDr. Tamara Soles is approved by the American Psychological Association and the Canadian Psychological Association to offer continuing education for psychologists. Dr. Tamara Soles maintains responsibility for the program. Verify with your State or Provincial governing body to ensure APA and CPA approved activities are eligible. FREE 1 HOUR CE Credit https://drtamarasoles.com/episode-38/

Get CE credits for this episodeLearn the science-backed tools that therapist and author Risa Williams created to help clients boost their self-esteem and ultimately heal her own. Risa shares how surviving the highly competitive worlds of professional ballet and the Hollywood film industry and shifting into motherhood as a therapist helped her develop the practical strategies in her latest book, "The Ultimate Self-Esteem Toolkit"Risa Williams is a Los Angeles therapist and coach who specializes in anxiety reduction tools and time management techniques. Her latest book “The Ultimate Self-Esteem Tool Kit is out now. She's also the author of "The Ultimate Time-Management Toolkit" and The "Ultimate Anxiety Toolkit".  Risa is a university professor and a wellness magazine writer. You can also hear her on her podcast, The Motivation Mindset. HighlightsThe Kindness BlanketThe research on self-criticism and self-soothingThe difference between naturally optimistic people and pessimistic peopleWhy people reject compliments How to shift negative self-talkThe power of microthoughts Using humor and playfulness to support self-esteemThe Neural Negativity BiasResourcesThe Ultimate Self-Esteem Tool KitThe Motivation Mindset PodcastConnectRisa Williams, LMFThttps://www.risawilliams.com/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/risawilliamstherapy/ Dr. Tamara SolesInstagram  @drtamarasolesTwitter @drtamarasolesFacebook http://facebook.com/drtamarasolestamara@thesecurechild.comdrtamarasoles.comSupport the ShowHelp us spread the word so others can enjoy it as well1. Leave a review on itunes/apple podcast 2. Share an episode on Social media. Be sure to tag me on it so I can see @drtamarasoles on facebook  twitter and instagramDr. Tamara Soles is approved by the American Psychological Association and the Canadian Psychological Association to offer continuing education for psychologists. Dr. Tamara Soles maintains responsibility for the program. Verify with your State or Provincial governing body to ensure APA and CPA approved activities are eligible. FREE 1 HOUR CE Credit https://drtamarasoles.com/episode-38/

Enroll Now for 1 hour CE creditHow do we end deficit based-educational systems that disproportionately harm minoritized students and move from what's wrong to what's strong? Dr. Kelsie Reed and Dr. Byron McClure join me to reframe deficit thinking and provide practical strategies to move toward strength-based, equitable schools. Dr. Byron McClure, D.Ed., is a nationally certified school psychologist and founder of Lessons For SEL. He uses research and human-centered design thinking to build empathy, ideate, and co-create equitable solutions, which put the needs of people first. While formerly serving as the assistant director of school redesign at a high school in Southeast Washington, DC, he reimagined social-emotional learning. With a focus on systems level change, he ensures students from high-poverty communities have access to a quality education. He has done considerable work advocating for fair and equitable practices for all students, particularly for African American boys. He has designed and implemented school-wide initiatives such as SEL, restorative practices, MTSS, and trauma-responsive practices. Dr. McClure speaks across the country and believes in shifting from what's wrong to what's strong.Dr. Kelsie Reed is a nationally certified school psychologist who works at the elementary school level in Maryland. She graduated from Loyola University Chicago with her PhD and was the recipient of two awards for her dissertation titled, “Investigating Exclusionary Discipline: Teachers, Deficit Thinking, and Root Cause Analysis.” Dr. Reed also received awards for her dissertation work through the Society for the Study of School Psychology & the American Educational Research Association. Dr. Reed is passionate about advancing educational equity for minoritized students, disrupting the school-to-prison pipeline, and identifying and implementing alternatives to suspension. She has presented at the community, state, and national levels on school discipline practices and disparities, published in various journal articles, book chapters, and community journals on topics such as restorative practices, school-based consultation practices, juvenile justice youth re-entry into schools, and school discipline reform.HighlightsWhat is Deficit Thinking?Reframing what's wrong to what's strongHumanizing our DataUsing Satellite Data and Street DataDoing Strength based observationsStrength-based MeasuresChanging Systems not individuals ResourcesStrength Based Collective WebsiteConnectDr. Byron McClureTwitter @schoolpsychlife Instagram @bmcclure  Dr. Kelsie ReedInstagram @dr.kelsiereed and @sassy4socialjustice Twitter @drkelsiereed Dr. Tamara SolesInstagram  @drtamarasolesTwitter @drtamarasolesFacebook http://facebook.com/drtamarasolestamara@thesecurechild.comdrtamarasoles.comSupport the ShowHelp us spread the word so others can enjoy it as well1. Leave a review on itunes/apple podcast FREE 1 HOUR CE Credit https://drtamarasoles.com/episode-38/

Get CE credit for this episodeDr. Tamara Soles welcomes guest Dr. Jen Blanchette who breaks down how psychologists may be better equippedto support TBI than they think. She shares how to leverage the core pillars of brain health and dispels myths around treatment forTBI's. Dr. Jen highlights the importance of understanding the emotional “trauma" in a traumatic brain injury.   Dr. Jen Blanchette is a licensed psychologist, neuro-coach, and private practice owner.  Her specialization includes psychotherapy after brain injury incorporating cognitive rehabilitation, trauma therapies, and mindfulness approaches. Dr. Blanchette is the host of the TBI Therapist podcast which explores the intersections of mental health, trauma, and brain injury. She is a brain health consultant and coach for leaders, professionals, and athletes. With four degrees in psychology and deep knowledge of neuroscience she brings her knowledge to leaders and athletes to function at their best! HighlightsThe unexpected way Dr. Jen became an expert on TBIEmotion regulation and TBIUnderstanding the Trauma in TBIThe interplay between anxiety and TBI recoveryCognitive RehabilitationMyths in TBI treatmentResourcesFree Mini-Course on What they don't tell you after Concussion/TBITBI Therapist PodcastNeuropsychological Assessment 5th edition ("The Lezak")ConnectDr. Jen Blanchettehttps://tbitherapist.com/Instagram @tbitherapistFacebook https://www.facebook.com/theheartofbraininjury Dr. Tamara SolesInstagram  @drtamarasolesTwitter @drtamarasolesFacebook http://facebook.com/drtamarasolestamara@thesecurechild.comdrtamarasoles.comSupport the ShowHelp us spread the word so others can enjoy it as well1. Leave a review on itunes/apple podcast 2. Share an episode on Social media. Be sure to tag me on it so I can see @drtamarasoles on facebook  twitter and instagramFREE 1 HOUR CE Credit https://drtamarasoles.com/episode-38/

Continuing Education CreditsDr. Tamara Soles is joined by Dr. Bibi Pirayesh to explore learning differences through a social justice lens and to understand how clinicians can better advocate for their clients. We also discuss ways to improve the recommendations of a psychological assessment report and the difference between unpacking a diagnosis vs understanding a child. Highlights- how are learning differences a social justice issue-how do politics play a role in educational biases and the school to prison pipeline-writing more collaborative recommendations-advocating for neurodivergent children-writing more inclusive and affirming IEP goalsResourcesDr. Bibi's YouTube channel @oneofonekids2115Dr. Tamara's IEP post https://drtamarasoles.com/IEP/Dr. Stephanie Nelson https://www.thepeerconsult.com/Hacking Deficit Thinking https://www.hackingdeficitthinking.com/ ConnectDr. Bibi Pirayeshhttps://www.oneofonekids.org/Instagram @oneofonekids_Dr. Tamara SolesInstagram  @drtamarasolesTwitter @drtamarasolesFacebook http://facebook.com/drtamarasolestamara@thesecurechild.comdrtamarasoles.comSupport the ShowHelp us spread the word so others can enjoy it as well1. Leave a review on itunes/apple podcast 2. Share an episode on Social media. Be sure to tag me on it so I can see @drtamarasoles on facebook  twitter and instagramFREE 1 HOUR CE Credit https://drtamarasoles.com/episode-38/FREE 1 HOUR CE Credit https://drtamarasoles.com/episode-38/

Natalie Brunswick joins Dr. Tamara Soles to discuss high sensitivity. Natalie shares the definition of high sensitivity and sheds light on the core features and how they relate to fear responses and heightened anxiety. As an OT and a psychotherapist, her insights on the sensory processing piece are incredibly valuable. The hosts also tackle a common clinical challenge- competing sensory needs between a parent and child. HighlightsWhat is High Sensitivity? What are the core features?How do anxiety and our fear response relate to high anxiety Mirror neurons and high sensitivityHigh sensitivity and sensory processingHow to navigate competing sensory needs between a parent and child ResourcesQuiz "Are you a highly sensitive parent"? Natalie's newsletter Elaine Aron's websiteConnectNatalie Brunswickhttps://highlysensitivefamily.com/https://www.instagram.com/highlysensitivefamily/Dr. Tamara SolesInstagram  @drtamarasolesTwitter @drtamarasolesFacebook http://facebook.com/drtamarasolestamara@thesecurechild.comdrtamarasoles.comSupport the ShowHelp us spread the word so others can enjoy it as well1. Leave a review on itunes/apple podcast 2. Share an episode on Social media. Be sure to tag me on it so I can see @drtamarasoles on facebook  twitter and instagramFREE 1 HOUR CE Credit https://drtamarasoles.com/episode-38/FREE 1 HOUR CE Credit https://drtamarasoles.com/episode-38/

Get CE credits for this episodeWhat is authenticity? How do therapists both show up authentically while creating safe space for their clients to do the same? Can authenticity exist without self-disclosure? Should we be encouraging clients to be authentic in all spaces? These questions and more are explored in this episode with guest psychologist, Rachel Awes. Discover various ways of empowering clients to explore what it means to be authentically themselves. Rachel Awes works as a psychologist, art playgroundist, and author, who loves listening to the beauty in people and animals and all living colors—and she truly embodies color, as she is also an ambassador for the Swedish clothing company, Gudrun Sjoden. Her 4 published gift/self-help books are infused with loads of her colorful drawings, all designed to affirm the human heart. Her newest illustrated book The Relationship Book: A Soulful, Transformational, and Artistic Inventory of Your Connective Life is releasing end of year 2022. She lives in Saint Paul, Minnesota, with her husband and tortoises, complete with wild bunnies in her yard, and two dear sons (ages 23 and 26) living nearby. Her most tender and mighty hope is to hold up a mirror for many, reflecting a hearty truth of your boundless worth. HighlightsAuthenticity's origins as a sense of agencyAuthenticity and the therapeutic relationshipBalancing authenticity and self-disclosureThe Authenticity ParadoxPsychological Safety and AuthenticityNeurodiversity and authenticityTherapeutic interventions to explore authenticityResourcesIs it safe to be authentic at work? https://www.fastcompany.com/90732060/3-reasons-not-to-bring-your-authentic-self-to-workAuthenticity Paradox https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CIjI3TmEzrsResearch on authenticity- https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/what-doesnt-kill-us/202007/can-therapy-promote-authenticity ConnectRachel Aweshttps://www.rachelawes.com/ https://www.instagram.com/rachelawes/ https://www.facebook.com/rachel.awes/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCa6-cfs1E2zD3_bEC4_bV6wHer 4th illustrated personal growth/gift/self-help book will just be available for pre-order Oct. 4, 2022 called "The Relationship Book: A Soulful, Transformational, and Artistic Inventory of Your Connective Life" at https://www.etsy.com/shop/rachelawes/  Dr. Tamara SolesInstagram  @drtamarasolesTwitter @drtamarasolesFacebook http://facebook.com/drtamarasolestamara@thesecurechild.comdrtamarasoles.comSupport the ShowHelp us spread the word so others can enjoy it as well1. Leave a review on itunes/apple podcast 2. Share an episode on Social media. Be sure to tag me on it so I can see @drtamarasoles on facebook  twitter and instagramFREE 1 HOUR CE Credit https://drtamarasoles.com/episode-38/

Get CE credits for this episodeRisa Williams returns to the podcast to discuss time management. Risa has compiled her favourite time management and productivity Tools for Adults with ADHD and Chronically Busy People. Listen to find out how to get in (and out!) of the flow state, how to get past the wall of resistance and the best ways to hack your to-do list. Find out if my current obsession would help you prime your brain and how a red dish may the solution to your missing keys.Risa Williams is a Los Angeles therapist and coach who specializes in anxiety reduction tools and time management techniques. Her latest book “The Ultimate Time-Management Toolkit for Adults with ADHD and Chronically Busy People is out now. (Jessica Kingsley Publishers, 2021) Risa is a university professor and a wellness magazine writer. You can also hear her on her new podcast, The Motivation Mindset. HighlightsScience-based strategies for improving time managementIdentifying the intensity of tasksPriming the brain for productivityGetting into the flow stateHow to downshift from tasksUsing time buffers to reset How microthoughts impact productivityGetting past the Wall of ResistanceSticking with Time BoundariesHow to improve a to-do listResourcesThe Ultimate Time Management Tool KitThe Motivation Mindset PodcastConnectRisa Williams, LMFThttps://www.risawilliams.com/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/risawilliamstherapy/ Dr. Tamara SolesInstagram  @drtamarasolesTwitter @drtamarasolesFacebook http://facebook.com/drtamarasolestamara@thesecurechild.comdrtamarasoles.comSupport the ShowHelp us spread the word so others can enjoy it as well1. Leave a review on itunes/apple podcast 2. Share an episode on Social media. Be sure to tag me on it so I can see @drtamarasoles on facebook  twitter and instagramContinuing Education Program: https://thishourhaseducation.com

 Earn Continuing Education Credit for This EpisodeBecome a Member and Get Unlimited Continuing Education Credits for a YearAmanda Petrik-Gardner joins Dr. Tamara Soles to discuss Body Focused Repetitive Behaviors. Amanda describes the different BFRB's including Trichotillomania (hair pulling disorder) and Excoriation (skin picking disorder). We discuss the differences between habits and BFRB's, whether anxiety is always at the root, and how BFRBs differ from OCD compulsions. Amanda helps us understand the various functions of BFRBs including sensory, cognitive, emotional, and motor elements. Amanda also reviews the various treatment models including the most current Comprehensive Model of Behaviour (ComB Model).Amanda Petrik-Gardner a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in the states of Kansas and Maine, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the states of Colorado, Missouri, and Michigan, a Licensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner (LIMHP) in the state of Nebraska.  She is passionate about the treatment of anxiety disorders, OCD, and BFRBs.  She helps those who experience Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Body Dysmorphic Disorder, Hoarding Disorder, and Body Focused Repetitive Behaviors like Trichotillomania (hair pulling disorder) and Excoriation (skin picking disorder), finally find hope and relief. She specializes in the treatment of anxiety disorders including Generalized Anxiety, phobias, social anxiety, panic disorder, and illness anxiety disorder.  She earned her Bachelor of Arts from Kansas State University and a Master of Science in Counseling Psychology from the University of Kansas.  Her training is in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) including Exposure & Response Prevention.  Amanda is also trained in Inference Based Therapy (IBT or I-CBT), a metacognitive treatment for OCD and the Comprehensive Behavioral Model (ComB Model) for treatment of BFRBs.  HighlightsWhat are BFRB'sAre they caused by anxiety? How do we differentiate between habits and BFRB's?Understanding the Function of a BFRBSensory contributions to BFRBsCognitive elements to BFRBsEmotional elements of BFRBsThe most effective treatment models such as the ComB ModelResourceshttps://BFRB.orghttps://www.amazon.com/OCD-Exposure-Coloring-Book-Relationship/dp/1709649119ConnectAmanda Petrik-GardnerWebsite: http://www.amandalcpc.com/ @anxietyocdtreatment (Facebook, TikTok, Insta)Dr. Tamara SolesInstagram  @drtamarasolesTwitter @drtamarasolesFacebook http://facebook.com/drtamarasolestamara@thesecurechild.comdrtamarasoles.comSupport the ShowIf you're enjoying the show, help us spread the word so others can enjoy it as well1. Leave a review on itunes/apple podcast 2. Share an episode on Social media. Be sure to tag me on it so I can see @drtamarasoles on facebook, twitter and instagramContinuing Education Program: https://thishourhaseducation.comContinuing Education Program: https://thishourhaseducation.com

Earn Continuing Education Credit for This EpisodeBecome a Member and Get Unlimited Continuing Education Credits for a YearDr. Susan Campbell joins Dr. Tamara Soles to discuss her new book From triggered to Tranquil: How Self-compassion and Mindful Presence can Transform Relationship Conflicts and Heal Childhood Wounds. Dr. Campbell shares her proven 5 steps to understanding your trigger signature and gaining mastery over those almost automatic trigger responses. Whether triggered by a child or a partner, she shares her strategies for slowing down, reflecting, and even repairing after a trigger response.  We also discuss common parent triggers and what to do when a child is ready to repair but the parent is not.   Dr. Campbell has over 55 years of experience helping couples and parents learn to use trigger reactions as a doorway to healing and transformation. She is the author of eleven books on relationships and has been interviewed on such TV shows as Good Morning America and CNN's News Night. She also hosts a free monthly group coaching call which you can connect with in the show notes. Don't forget to get credit for the learning you are doing! Visit thishourhaseducation.com to register for CE credits. HighlightsWhat is whole-makingHow to identify your trigger signatureHow to learn to Pause and ReflectHow to repair when you've been triggeredThe common trigger types for parentsWhat to do when a child is ready to repair but the parent is still stuckResourcesTo learn more from Dr. Campbell, join her free monthly group coaching call, or subscribe to her monthly newsletter at susancampbell.com where you will also learn about her upcoming workshops along with tools and tips for healthy relating.ConnectSusan Campbell, PhDWebsite: www.susancampbell.com Twitter: twitter.com/drsusan99 Facebook: facebook.com/drsusan99 Dr. Tamara SolesInstagram  @drtamarasolesTwitter @drtamarasolesFacebook http://facebook.com/drtamarasolestamara@thesecurechild.comdrtamarasoles.comSupport the ShowIf you're enjoying the show, help us spread the word so others can enjoy it as well1. Leave a review on itunes/apple podcast 2. Share an episode on Social media. Be sure to tag me on it so I can see @drtamarasoles on facebook, twitter and instagramContinuing Education Program: https://thishourhaseducation.com

Earn Continuing Education Credit for This EpisodeBecome a Member and Get Unlimited Continuing Education Credits for a YearDr. Tamara Soles and therapist and advocate Lauren Tetenbaum discuss the Fair Play Method and how to promote gender equity in the home. Lauren shares the impact of emotional and cognitive labor on women and the ways to use communication, values, and clarified expectations to help make our homes and our lives fair for women. Lauren describes the Fair Play Model's key elements and how a therapist can support a couple in utilizing this method. Lauren A. Tetenbaum, LMSW, JD, PMH-C is an advocate and therapist certified in perinatal mental health who specializes in life transitions affecting millennial and young women. With an approach grounded in empathy and emotional intelligence, Lauren counsels clients on romantic relationships, career choices, pregnancy and parenting, anxiety, and family dynamics. She offers cognitive behavioral and feminist-based psychotherapy to individuals and couples. A mother of two with over a decade of experience in the legal industry, Lauren also facilitates support groups for working, new, and aspiring parents and provides consulting and mental health coaching to support parents in corporate settings. She is passionate about building connections and giving back to her community.Highlights-       Definition of maternal mental load and emotional labor-       The word used by most women across 17 countries to describe their emotional experience-       The impact of gender inequities on women's mental health-       What is The Fair Play Method-       The key elements of the Fair Play Method-       How therapists can support clients in enacting this methodResourceshttps://www.latcounseling.com/media-additional-resourceshttps://www.fairplaylife.com/ConnectLauren Tetenbaum, LMSW, JD, PMH-CWebsite: www.LATCounseling.com Instagram: @thecounselaur Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurenatetenbaum/Dr. Tamara SolesInstagram  @drtamarasolesTwitter @drtamarasolesFacebook http://facebook.com/drtamarasolestamara@thesecurechild.comdrtamarasoles.comSupport the ShowIf you're enjoying the show, help us spread the word so others can enjoy it as well1. Leave a review on itunes/apple podcast 2. Share an episode on Social media. Be sure to tag me on it so I can see @drtamarasoles on facebook, twitter and instagramContinuing Education Program: https://thishourhaseducation.com

In this episode, I talk to therapist, Tiffany McLain about charging premium fees and earning what you're worth in private practice.Tiffany McLain, MFT is a therapist & consultant whose mantra is, “Full fees are the new black.” Via her program, The Lean In. MAKE BANK. Academy, she helps therapists in private practice overcome their shame about making bank so they can help the clients they are truly passionate about serving without sacrificing their own wellbeing. She's been featured in Psychology Today Magazine, Psych Central, Huffington Post, KGO Radio, SF Weekly and Forbes. You can find out more by visiting www.heytiffany.com.HighlightsWhat therapists have been taught about setting feesThe typical money mindset of a therapistWhat gets in the way of therapists charging premium feesThe real reason many people offer sliding scale feesWhether therapists need to give back through their workThe clinical implications of not addressing the elephant in the roomResourcesSign up to here received the weekly email from Tamara with simple tips to help children thriveWatch Tiffany's free masterclass- 4 Steps to Raise Your Fee (Guilt Free) where they cover 3 myths that keep therapists broke and how they can identify their unconscious money blocks in order to make bank while making an even bigger impact in the lives of the clients they are passionate about serving.Link to Class: https://www.heytiffany.com/4-steps-to-raise-your-fees-masterclass-fifty-minutes/Social media handles:IG: @TiffanyLMcLainFB: https://www.facebook.com/levelupwithtiffany/IG @drtamarasolesTwitter @drtamarasolesFacebook Dr Tamara Solesemail tamara@thesecurechild.comSupport the ShowIf you're enjoying the show, help us spread the word so others can enjoy it as well1. Leave a review on itunes/apple podcast 2. Share an episode on Social media. Be sure to tag me on it so I can see @drtamarasoles on facebook, twitter and instagram

What is Geek therapy and is it just “geeking out” in session? We answer these questions and more in this episode of This Hour has 50 Minutes with guest, Elizabeth Sanchez Arvizu. We discuss what geek therapy is (and isn't), how she came to be interested in geek therapy, and how it can make therapy a safe space for individuals who may have been marginalized, excluded, or struggled with fitting in because of their interests, gifts, or who they are. So whether you're into DnD, LARPing, Marvel or Disney films, find out how these and other interests can be explored to improve mental health. Elizabeth Sánchez Arvizu is a first generation Mexican-American with a Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology. She's currently finishing her PhD while creating safe spaces on social media for everyone. She created her website PsychologyForGeeks and her social media presence, superpwrtoolkit, to reduce stigma placed on mental health and the geek community. She shares resources and tips on how we can all geek out AND take care of our health. HighlightsWhat is Geek TherapyHow did Elizabeth become interested in Geek TherapyWhat social media has meant to herThe benefits of Geek therapy, particularly for those who have been marginalized or excludedResourcesElizabeth's Geek Therapy Resourceshttps://www.psychologyforgeeks.com/resourcesConnectElizabeth Sánchez ArvizuWebsite https://www.psychologyforgeeks.com/ Instagram @superpwrtoolkitTwitter @superpwrtoolkitTiktok superpwrtoolkitTumblr: https://superpwrtoolkit.tumblr.com/Dr. Tamara SolesInstagram  @drtamarasolesTwitter @drtamarasolesFacebook http://facebook.com/drtamarasolestamara@thesecurechild.comdrtamarasoles.comSupport the ShowIf you're enjoying the show, help us spread the word so others can enjoy it as well1. Leave a review on itunes/apple podcast 2. Share an episode on Social media. Be sure to tag me on it so I can see @drtamarasoles on facebook, twitter and instagram

Struggle with staying on top of writing therapy notes? You're not alone. Many clinicians struggle with documentation. Dr. Maelisa Hall joins me to discuss why clinicians struggle with writing progress notes (and it's not just time management!). She shares some of her best tips for writing efficient and clinically meaningful therapy notes including one I've implemented immediately after our chat. She also gives examples of how to document difficult clinical situations such as when a crime has occurred or when abuse has taken place. Dr. Maelisa Hall is a licensed psychologist, nail design enthusiast, and serial entrepreneur. Maelisa helps therapists connect meaning to the typically mundane task of clinical paperwork through her business QA Prep. She enjoys creating trainings that are interactive and engaging so that clinicians leave with strategies they feel ready to use immediately. A true ENFP, Maelisa aims to make sure all of her endeavors are meeting a need in the community while also allowing for plenty of laughter and fun.HighlightsHow Maelisa became the "Documentation Diva". Maelisa's "QUOTE" system for understanding the barriers to completing  progress notesMaelisa's favorite tips for staying on top of therapy notes and documentationHow to handle those old notes that you just can't seem to remember in detailHow to write notes for complex clinical situationsResourcesFree Private Practice Paperwork Crash Course with Dr. Maelisa Hall ConnectDr. Maelisa HallWebsite:   https://www.qaprep.com/Dr. Tamara SolesInstagram  @drtamarasolesTwitter @drtamarasolesFacebook http://facebook.com/drtamarasolestamara@thesecurechild.comdrtamarasoles.comSupport the ShowIf you're enjoying the show, help us spread the word so others can enjoy it as well1. Leave a review on itunes/apple podcast 2. Share an episode on Social media. Be sure to tag me on it so I can see @drtamarasoles on facebook, twitter and instagram

Dr. Nick Wignall and I talk about meaningful ways to experience less stress over the holidays including how to set boundaries AND uphold them. Nick shares why people have difficulties holding boundaries and shares strategies for long-term success that will carry us through the year and beyond. HighlightsWhy people struggle with prioritizing their well-being over the holidaysWhat is the real reason people have trouble setting boundaries and upholding themHow to set better boundariesLong-term strategies for managing holiday stressWays therapists can help their clients improve stress managementHow to handle breaks in therapy over the holidaysResourcesPodcast: Book:  Let it Be Easy by Susie MooreConnectDr. Nick WignallTwitter:  @ndwignallWebsite:   https://nickwignall.com/Dr. Tamara SolesInstagram  @drtamarasolesTwitter @drtamarasolesFacebook http://facebook.com/drtamarasolestamara@thesecurechild.comdrtamarasoles.comSupport the ShowIf you're enjoying the show, help us spread the word so others can enjoy it as well1. Leave a review on itunes/apple podcast 2. Share an episode on Social media. Be sure to tag me on it so I can see @drtamarasoles on facebook, twitter and instagram

A brief update about what's to come and highlights from previous episodes.Highlights from:Ep. 22- Allyson Dinneen- Notes from your TherapistEp. 14- Dr. Joel Schwartz- Neurodiversity and Social JusticeEp. 16- Dr. Cameron Caswell- Understanding TeensEp. 26- Gabrielle Ferrara- Therapists in TherapyEp. 5- Dr. David Paul- Treating PTSDEp. 10- Dr. Regine Galanti- Anxiety in TeensEp. 22- Allyson Dinneen- Notes from your TherapistEp. 9- Dr. Catherine Mogil- Building ResilienceEp. 29- Allison Puryear- Abundant PracticesEp 7-  Allison Haynes- NeurodiversityEp. 1- Dr. Elizabeth Foley- Therapy in the Time of PandemicEp. 28- Dr. Kim Perkins- CompetitionEp. 12- Tiffany McLain- Earning What Your WorthEp. 25- Dr. Miriam Kirmayer- Friendships in AdulthoodEp. 6- Kadesha Adelakun- Race, Ethnicity, and Culture in TherapyEp. 27- Drs. Melissa Thiessen and Karen Dyck- Self-Care

Dr. Mitch Abblett joins me to discuss his new book Prizeworthy: How to Meaningfully Connect, Build Character, and Unlock the Potential of Every Child.  We talk about the difference between praising and prizing, how to see behind the problem and bring mindfulness and compassionate curiosity to parenting and really "see" our children.  Dr. Mitch Abblett is a clinical psychologist, author, consultant and national / international speaker.  The author of numerous books, his latest is for parents, educators and helping professionals - Prizeworthy: How to Meaningfully Connect, Cultivate Character and Unlock the Potential of Every Child.  Dr. Abblett's work has appeared in numerous online and print media such as The New York Times, Newsweek, Tricycle Magazine, and USA Today and he hosts a podcast, The Prize of Possibility in which he interviews thought leaders and influencers around themes of how we all might more authentically, compassionately and courageously connect with the true "prizes" in one another.Highlights The connection between the therapist/client and parent/child relationshipsPraising vs Prizing How Mindfulness and Parenting IntersectWhat does Prizing look likeHow to see “behind the problem”Combining intention with curiosity to drop in and see our childrenResourcesPodcast: Prize of Possibility Book: Prizeworthy: How to Meaningfully Connect, Cultivate Character and Unlock the Potential of Every ChildConnectDr. Mitch AbblettTwitter:  @drmitchabblett   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mitch.abblett.56Instagram: @dr_mitchabblett   LinkedIn: @drmitchabbettWebsite:   www.drmitchabblett.com Dr. Tamara Soles Instagram  @drtamarasoles Twitter @drtamarasoles Facebook http://facebook.com/drtamarasoles tamara@thesecurechild.com drtamarasoles.com Support the Show If you're enjoying the show, help us spread the word so others can enjoy it as well 1. Leave a review on itunes/apple podcast  2. Share an episode on Social media. Be sure to tag me on it so I can see @drtamarasoles on facebook, twitter and instagramJoin me for my FREE Masterclass "Raise a Secure Child without Raising Your Voice" at drtamarasoles.com/masterclass

Dr. Anya Griffin joins me to talk about helping children change their thoughts, experiences and behaviours related to chronic pain, ultimately reducing pain and leading to a more functional life. Anya shares the gold standard of care along with other important supportive therapeutic interventions. Dr. Anya Griffin is a pediatric psychologist and Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Anesthesiology, Pain, and Perioperative Medicine at the Stanford University School of Medicine. She is the Director of the Stanford Children's Health Pediatric Rehabilitation Program (PReP), an intensive pain rehabilitation program for pediatric chronic pain with an interdisciplinary treatment team. She has trained and worked in the field of pediatric psychology primarily with children and adolescents diagnosed with chronic pain, Sickle Cell Disease, and cancer. Her research focuses on pediatric chronic pain, mind-body interventions, oncology and more. She was awarded a grant in 2015 from the Stanford Medicine and Muse for her project “Capturing Pain: Photographic storytelling of youth with chronic pain.” She is also a board-certified Dance/Movement Therapist and completed her graduate training at UCLA. HighlightsAcute pain vs Chronic PainChronic Pain as an overprotective parentHow family members may perpetuate the pain Using CBT for chronic pediatric painAdditional supportive therapies for pain managementThe Nocebo effectHow dance and creative movement impact painEmpowering children using PhotoVoice to express the experience of painVirtual Reality in Pain ManagementResourcesCapturing Pain: Photographic Storytelling of Youth with Chronic PainUsing PhotovoiceTame the Beast- It's time to Rethink Chronic PainConnectDr. Anya GriffinLinkedinStanford Profileanyag@stanford.edu Dr. Tamara SolesInstagram  @drtamarasolesTwitter @drtamarasolesFacebook http://facebook.com/drtamarasolestamara@thesecurechild.comdrtamarasoles.comSupport the ShowIf you're enjoying the show, help us spread the word so others can enjoy it as well1. Leave a review on itunes/apple podcast 2. Share an episode on Social media. Be sure to tag me on it so I can see @drtamarasoles on facebook, twitter and instagram

Dr. Regine Galanti is with me to talk about anxiety in children. We talk about what this return to school may look like for children and how to support them. If you're looking for some strategies to try today you can go to drtamarasoles.com/anxiety for a free handout with 10 strategies to reduce reentry anxiety. Regine and I also talk about the ways that children and parents inadvertently cause anxiety to grow and some specific things you can do right away that can reduce a child's anxiety. In the lessons from the couch, I also talk about the mistakes we may be making as clinicians that reinforce the anxiety.ResourcesFree Handout with 10 Strategies to Reduce Re-entry AnxietyDr. Galanti's New Book: When Harley Has AnxietyDr. Galanti's 1st Book: Anxiety Relief for Teens: Essential CBT Skills and Mindfulness Practices to Overcome Anxiety and StressFree anxiety tools: Anxiety Canada WebsiteConnectDr. Regine Galantiwebsite: Long Island Behavioral Psychology clinicInstagram: @regine.galanti Dr. Regine Galanti twitter @reginegalantiDr. Regine Galanti tiktok @dr.galanti Dr. Tamara SolesInstagram  @drtamarasolesTwitter @drtamarasolesFacebook http://facebook.com/drtamarasolestamara@thesecurechild.comdrtamarasoles.com Support the ShowIf you're enjoying the show, help us spread the word so others can enjoy it as well1. Leave a review on itunes/apple podcast 2. Share an episode on Social media. Be sure to tag me on it so I can see @drtamarasoles on facebook, twitter and instagram

Dr. Jodi Peary joins me to discuss Supporting Families Through Divorce. As a psychologist and former family lawyer, Dr. Jodi shares her thoughts on how to navigate the complexities of divorce, ways to lessen the impact on families and help people become enlightened co-parents. Dr. Jodi opens up about what her own relationships taught her about marriage and divorce. Dr. Jodi Peary is a psychologist and former family lawyer who helps individuals and families emerge from divorce happy and whole and helps them to co-parent in a way that promotes the well-being of all family members.HighlightsHow to handle high conflict co-parenting sessionsAnswering the Question “are we messing up our children”How to share news of a separation/divorce with childrenHow Dr. Jodi's own experiences shaped her understanding of divorceThe impact of the extended family on the divorceUsing rituals to help children navigate divorceDr. Jodi's programs Breakup to Brilliance and Empowered Co-ParentingResourceswebsite: https://www.drjodipeary.com/Course: From Breakup to BrillianceCourse: Enlightened CoParentingConnectDr. Jodi Pearywebsite: https://www.drjodipeary.com/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/drjodipearyPinterest: https://www.pinterest.ca/DrPeary/_created/ Dr. Tamara SolesInstagram  @drtamarasolesTwitter @drtamarasolesFacebook http://facebook.com/drtamarasolestamara@thesecurechild.comdrtamarasoles.comSupport the ShowIf you're enjoying the show, please make a one-time contribution at buymeacoffee.com/thishour or become a monthly Mental Health ChampionHelp us spread the word so others can enjoy it as well1. Leave a review on itunes/apple podcast 2. Share an episode on Social media. Be sure to tag me on it so I can see @drtamarasoles on facebook  twitter and instagram

Dr. Julia King joins me to talk yoga and psychotherapy. Find out how yoga changed her career path and how she went from a thriving forensic psychology career to starting a clinical practice. Julia shares how ancient yogic texts connected with modern psychotherapy practices and how she incorporates yoga into her therapy work. We also talk about what to do when people say that deep breathing isn't working for them and the specific CBT approach that Julia uses with people suffering from IBS. If you've used yoga philosophies in therapy, I want to hear from you! HighlightsHow Julia went from a thriving career in forensic psychology to a yoga teacher and therapistThe connection between yoga philosophies and therapyHaving the courage to follow curiosityWhy deep breathing doesn't work for some people The importance of intentionIBS and anxiety ResourcesIBS and Anxiety. https://www.roottoflourish.com/irritable-bowel-syndromeConnectDr Julia Kinghttps://www.roottoflourish.com/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/roottoflourish/ Dr. Tamara SolesInstagram  @drtamarasolesTwitter @drtamarasolesFacebook http://facebook.com/drtamarasolestamara@thesecurechild.comdrtamarasoles.comSupport the ShowIf you're enjoying the show, please make a one-time contribution at buymeacoffee.com/thishour or become a monthly Mental Health ChampionHelp us spread the word so others can enjoy it as well1. Leave a review on itunes/apple podcast 2. Share an episode on Social media. Be sure to tag me on it so I can see @drtamarasoles on facebook  twitter and instagram

Risa Williams, LMFT joins me to talk about anxiety. Risa shares tools from her new book, The Ultimate Anxiety Toolkit which has 25 tools that help you worry less, relax more, and boost your self-esteem. Listen to hear Risa's tips for monitoring your stress levels, reducing overwhelm, and effectively using affirmations through microthoughts. Risa Williams is a Los Angeles therapist and coach who specializes in anxiety reduction tools and time management techniques. She's the book author of “The Ultimate Anxiety Toolkit: 25 Tools to Worry Less, Relax More and Boost Your Self Esteem” (Jessica Kingsley Publishers, 2021), a university professor and a wellness magazine writer.HighlightsAnxiety that comes from noveltyPost- Covid Re-entry advicePositive AffirmationsMaking your brain believe your affirmationsMicrothoughtsThe Stress Ruler The Energy MeterResourcesThe Ultimate Anxiety ToolkitConnectRisa Williams, LMFThttps://www.risawilliams.com/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/risawilliamstherapy/ Dr. Tamara SolesInstagram  @drtamarasolesTwitter @drtamarasolesFacebook http://facebook.com/drtamarasolestamara@thesecurechild.comdrtamarasoles.comSupport the ShowIf you're enjoying the show, please make a one-time contribution at buymeacoffee.com/thishour or become a monthly Mental Health ChampionHelp us spread the word so others can enjoy it as well1. Leave a review on itunes/apple podcast 2. Share an episode on Social media. Be sure to tag me on it so I can see @drtamarasoles on facebook  twitter and instagram

Therapist and founder of Abundance Practice Building, Allison Puryear, joined me to talk about building abundant private practices. Whether you are considering a private practice or are "full and miserable", Allison has the answers you need. Allison has built private practices in three different states and has a thriving membership program called Abundance Party.Allison Puryear, LCSW, CEDS is a therapist with a nearly diagnosable obsession with business development. After nearly burning out at agencies, she has built successful private practices in 3 different states & has truly come to love practice building. So much so, that she created Abundance Practice Building which provides the tools that you need to create a successful private practice- one that's healthy and provides freedom, joy, & financial stability. Allison works together with therapists like you to create something great & avoid the burnout that leads to too many great therapists leaving the field – because let's be real, we need therapists like you more than ever.HighlightsWhen to start a private practiceReframing marketing of your practice Knowing your niche and the dangers of taking on every type of referralHow fear stops you from creating or growing your practiceImposter syndrome sneaking in when you do something newRethinking NetworkingScarcity mindset and hacks for reframing taking time off The guilt of earning what you're worthThe challenge of starting a practice and starting a familyResourcesFree Private Practice Checklist https://abundancepracticebuilding.com/checklist/www.abundanceparty.com: everything you need to build a successful private practice for a low monthly feewww.abundanceparty.com/innercircle: our most exclusive offering that combines monthly coaching 1:1s with our amazing educational resources.ConnectAllison Puryear, LCSW, CEDShttps://abundancepracticebuilding.com/ Instagram @abundance_practice_building Dr. Tamara SolesInstagram  @drtamarasolesTwitter @drtamarasolesFacebook http://facebook.com/drtamarasolestamara@thesecurechild.comdrtamarasoles.comSupport the ShowIf you're enjoying the show, please make a one-time contribution at buymeacoffee.com/thishour or become a monthly Mental Health ChampionHelp us spread the word so others can enjoy it as well1. Leave a review on itunes/apple podcast 2. Share an episode on Social media. Be sure to tag me on it so I can see @drtamarasoles on facebook  twitter and instagram

Dr. Kim Perkins joins me to discuss competition. Kim shares how her own background as a professional speed skater led to studying the science of optimum human experience at work as a positive organizational psychologist. Kim gives a sneak peek at her new book Winner Take None about rethinking competitiveness in the new economy.  Dr. Kim Perkins is an author, speaker, facilitator and coach. Kim has worked with leaders at companies as diverse as Warner Bros., Human Longevity, and the Getty Leadership Institute to help set the stage for meaningful change and inclusion for all. HighlightsThe North American culture of competitionHow consent matters in competitionThe role of mindset in competitionThe good and bad of comparing ourselves to others Rechanneling your hypercompetitive driveWhy it's so tempting and such a terrible idea to pit people against each other at the officeNew economic theories that don't make competitiveness the be-all/end-allResourcesKim's new book Winner Take None: Rethinking Competitiveness for the New Economy Connecthttps://www.kimperkins.com/Twitter: @imperativeformlinkedin.com/in/kimperkins1/ Instagram @thisiskimperkins  Dr. Tamara Soles Instagram  @drtamarasoles Twitter @drtamarasoles Facebook http://facebook.com/drtamarasoles tamara@thesecurechild.com drtamarasoles.comSupport the Show If you're enjoying the show, please make a one-time contribution at buymeacoffee.com/thishour or become a monthly Mental Health Champion Help us spread the word so others can enjoy it as well 1. Leave a review on itunes/apple podcast  2. Share an episode on Social media. Be sure to tag me on it so I can see @drtamarasoles on facebook  twitter and instagram

In today's episode, I'm joined by Drs. Melissa Tiessen and Karen Dyck, as we explore the topic of self-care. We talk about the barriers to self-care, especially for women and women therapists in particular. Melissa and Karen share fascinating research about time usage and gender disparities. We also talk burn-out, human giver syndrome, and intentional self-care. If you want to find creative, playful ways of injecting even micro self-care practices into your life, don't go anywhere.  Drs. Melissa Tiessen is a registered psychologist in the areas of Clinical and Health Psychology and Karen  Dr. Karen Dyck completed her Master's Degree in Developmental Psychology and her Doctoral Degree in Clinical Psychology. They are two mid-career(ish) psychologists who love what they do and also recognize how important it is to take care of themselves in this work. They know that there are many female mental health professionals trying to balance careers with additional caregiving roles - whether young children, aging parents, or anything in between. Many of these women value self-care but struggle with making it a priority.  Karen and Melissa created Intentional Therapist to help female mental health professionals stay healthy and happy through intentional, creative, and playful self-care.Check out their Spring Clean Your Self-Care workshop here  https://subscribepage.com/springcleanyourselfcare-3 HighlightsBarriers to Self-Care for female therapistsResearch on time usage Human Giver SyndromeMicro-self-careCompleting the stress cycleIntentional Self-careResourcesBurn out: The Secrets to Unlocking the Stress Cycle Do Less: A revolutionary Approach to Time and Energy Management Tiny Habits: https://tinyhabits.com/ConnectWebsite: https://www.intentionaltherapist.ca/ Spring Clean your Self-Care Workshop:  https://subscribepage.com/springcleanyourselfcare-3 Dr. Tamara SolesInstagram  @drtamarasolesTwitter @drtamarasolesFacebook http://facebook.com/drtamarasolestamara@thesecurechild.comdrtamarasoles.comSupport the ShowIf you're enjoying the show, please make a one-time contribution at buymeacoffee.com/thishour or become a monthly Mental Health ChampionHelp us spread the word so others can enjoy it as well1. Leave a review on itunes/apple podcast 2. Share an episode on Social media. Be sure to tag me on it so I can see @drtamarasoles on facebook  twitter and instagram

Gabrielle Ferrara, LSW joins me to talk about therapists in therapy. Gabrielle shares how her own mental illness and experience in therapy inspired her to become a therapist and what it's like to be a therapist in therapy. You'll also hear about that time I failed in my own therapy session, the lessons it taught me, and the biggest struggle for me in therapy. Join us to hear more about the barriers to seeking therapy as a therapist, the benefits, and how social media can help break the stigmas associated with mental illness. Gabrielle Ferrara is a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) in New Jersey currently working in private practice with adolescents and adults experiencing a wide variety of mental health obstacles, including depression, anxiety, OCD, and eating disorders, as well as clients looking for help managing life transitions Gabrielle received her Master's degree in Social Work from Rutgers University. Gabrielle has OCD and a history of disordered eating and compulsive exercise. Gabrielle is also a contributor to The Mighty and Psychology Today and has written various articles about OCD, addiction, and social justice issues. HighlightsGabrielle's experience with OCD and therapy The most challenging thing for Tamara in therapyChoosing a therapistTamara "failing" at therapy  Barriers to seeking therapy as a therapistWhy the book "Maybe You Should Talk To Someone" struck a chord with therapistsGraduate programs requiring therapyDisclosing our mental health journeys publicly and with clientsThe challenges and ethical considerations of using social mediaTalking to our clients about social mediaResourceshttps://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/contributors/gabrielle-ferrara-lswhttps://themighty.com/2021/04/jess-sims-peloton-stopped-class-mental-health/https://www.talkspace.com/blog/therapists-experience-in-therapy/Maybe You Should Talk to Someone by Lori GottliebConnectWebsite: Gabrielle's website Instagram: @therapist_who_sees_a_therapistDr. Tamara SolesInstagram  @drtamarasolesTwitter @drtamarasolesFacebook http://facebook.com/drtamarasolestamara@thesecurechild.comdrtamarasoles.comSupport the ShowIf you're enjoying the show, please make a one-time contribution at buymeacoffee.com/thishour or become a monthly Mental Health ChampionHelp us spread the word so others can enjoy it as well1. Leave a review on itunes/apple podcast 2. Share an episode on Social media. Be sure to tag me on it so I can see @drtamarasoles on facebook  twitter and instagram

Is Friendship Therapy, the new "couples therapy"?  Join me in conversation with Dr. Miriam Kirmayer as we discuss friendships in adulthood. Miriam shares the health impacts of friendship and loneliness and shares creative ways to strengthen your friendships even during the pandemic. Support the at buymeacoffee.com/thishourDr. Miriam Kirmayer is a clinical psychologist and leading friendship expert who has studied the science of friendship and social connection for over a decade. Her work focuses on helping others navigate life transitions, cultivate resilience and self- compassion, and build stronger relationships with the people who matter most. Dr. Kirmayer's words and advice have appeared in outlets such as The Atlantic, CNN, Forbes, The New York Times, TIME, and Vogue. She is a featured expert for Psychology Today and Women's Health and a frequent guest on television shows and podcasts, including The TODAY Show and NPR.  Dr. Kirmayer lives in Montreal with her husband and their sweet, curious, and spirited son, Liam. She is currently writing her first non-fiction book on adult friendships. HighlightsThe benefits and health risks related to friendship and isolationHow to make friends as an adultConnecting with friends during the pandemicThe important Friendship skills needed in adulthoodCommunicating about communicating! (meta-communication)Friendship therapyResourcesThe best way to stay up to date on Miriam's forthcoming book and upcoming online workshop is to sign up for her newsletter on her website. Here's a direct link as well: http://miriamkirmayer.com/newsletter-sign-up/Miriam offers lots of free resources, articles, and guidance on her website (www.miriamkirmayer.com) and through my instagram community (@miriamkirmayer).ConnectWebsite: www.miriamkirmayer.comInstagram: http://instagram.com/miriamkirmayer/Facebook: http://facebook.com/miriamhkirmayer/Twitter: https://twitter.com/miriamkirmayerLinkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/miriam-kirmayerDr. Tamara SolesInstagram  @drtamarasolesTwitter @drtamarasolesFacebook http://facebook.com/drtamarasolestamara@thesecurechild.comdrtamarasoles.comSupport the ShowIf you're enjoying the show, please make a one-time contribution at buymeacoffee.com/thishour or become a monthly Mental Health Champion Help us spread the word so others can enjoy it as well1. Leave a review on itunes/apple podcast 2. Share an episode on Social media. Be sure to tag me on it so I can see @drtamarasoles on facebook  twitter and instagram

Do you run your own private practice? If so, I want to know if you have a business plan? Today I'm talking about the business of private practice with Dr. Dawn Brunkenhoefer. Dawn shares her top strategies for launching a successful private practice including why you absolutely need a business plan. Don't know where to start. We've got you covered.Dr. Dawn Brunkenhoefer is a licensed professional counselor and counselor educator in central Texas. She left a 23-year career in community mental health to open a private practice, which has grown into a group practice and consulting business. She started The Practice Class as an online resource for therapists in the process of launching, running, or growing their private practice.Dawn shares her top strategies for launching a successful private practice including why you absolutely need a business plan. Don't know where to start. We've got you covered. Let's dive into episode 24, The business of Private practice with Dr. Dawn Brunkenhoefter.  HighlightsWhy you need a business planWhat is included in a business planUsing social media to maximize your SEONetworking for growthResourcesBusiness Plan Template Free Download https://thepracticeclass.kartra.com/page/business-planFree Downloads available to www.thepracticeclass.com and those on the email list get VIP freebies all the timeThe Business Plan Masterclass is April 9th http://bit.ly/2NcnkgzHabits for Happiness: HelpingOthers, April 16  http://bit.ly/38xGchqMotivational Interviewing:Method & Technique, April 23  http://bit.ly/3teabTxConnectDr. Dawn Brunkenhoefer @thepracticeclass FB and IGwww.thepracticeclass.comdr.dawn@thepracticeclass.comDr. Tamara SolesInstagram  @drtamarasoles Twitter @drtamarasoles Facebook http://facebook.com/drtamarasoles tamara@thesecurechild.com drtamarasoles.comSupport the Show If you're enjoying the show, help us spread the word so others can enjoy it as well 1. Leave a review on itunes/apple podcast  2. Share an episode on Social media. Be sure to tag me on it so I can see @drtamarasoles on facebook  twitter and instagram

In this episode,  Dr. Shawn Hondorp joins me to tackle a big topic that is so fraught for so many- changing your relationship with food. Listen in as we talk about what's wrong with dieting, how weight loss practices go against what we know about motivation, and how to start changing our relationship with food by embracing a new approach including strategies such as intuitive eating.Dr. Shawn Hondorp is a board-certified clinical health psychologist living with her family in Grand Rapids, Michigan. She obtained her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Drexel University in Philadelphia. Her expertise is helping women master their relationship with food and focus on their most important dreams and goals. She has a blog and a podcast called Motivation Made Easy: Body Respect, True Health. More information along with free resources and her online program The Body Respect Program: Reclaim Your Relationship With Food and Create Empowered Sustainable Change can be found at DrShawnHondorp.com.HighlightsWhat's wrong with dietingThe research on motivation and weight lossWhat is Intuitive eatingHow do I start becoming an intuitive eaterAutonomy and healthFood and familiesResourcesFree Hunger and Satisfaction Journal from Dr. Hondorphttps://www.intuitiveeating.org/10-principles-of-intuitive-eating/ ConnectDr. Shawn Hondorp's websiteIG: https://www.instagram.com/psychology.of.wellness/FB: https://www.facebook.com/PsychofWellnessPodcast & Blog: http://drshawnhondorp.com/blog/Instagram  @drtamarasolesTwitter @drtamarasolesFacebook http://facebook.com/drtamarasolestamara@thesecurechild.comdrtamarasoles.comSupport the ShowIf you're enjoying the show, help us spread the word so others can enjoy it as well1. Leave a review on itunes/apple podcast 2. Share an episode on Social media. Be sure to tag me on it so I can see @drtamarasoles on facebook  twitter and instagram

Allyson Dinneen joins me to discuss embracing vulnerability, and boundaries and making space for even our most uncomfortable emotions. Allyson shares how to transform childhood patterns of fixing people's problems and making people happy to instead accompany people with compassion on their emotional journey. Allyson Dinneen is a marriage and family therapist and mental health counselor who started the Notes From Your Therapist Instagram project, which currently has almost 400K followers. Allyson's notes and insights on emotions, relationships, and life have been featured in Huffington Post, Shape, Cosmopolitan, and more. She lives in the Berkshires, Massachusetts and works in private practice. Highlights:The purpose of emotions as signalsMaking space for uncomfortable feelingsIt is OK if people are upset with you because you set a boundaryTransforming from a fixer of people's emotions to one who can hold space Grief and its impact as a therapistThe American Co-dependency of ParentingResourcesAllison's book Notes from Your Therapist is available hereConnectAllyson's Instagram Account @NotesFromYourTherapist https://www.allysondinneen.com/Instagram  @drtamarasolesTwitter @drtamarasolesFacebook http://facebook.com/drtamarasolestamara@thesecurechild.comdrtamarasoles.comSupport the ShowIf you're enjoying the show, help us spread the word so others can enjoy it as well1. Leave a review on itunes/apple podcast 2. Share an episode on Social media. Be sure to tag me on it so I can see @drtamarasoles on facebook  twitter and instagram

Think mindfulness is all om and no play? Clay Drinko is back for our conversation about playful mindfulness. Join us as we discuss barriers to mindfulness, ways of making mindfulness more accessible and integrated into your everyday life and his new book Play Your Way Sane: 120 Everyday Games to Help You Calm Down, Stop Spiraling and Embrace Uncertainty. Clay Drinko is an educator, expert contributor at Psychology Today, and the author of the new book Play your Way Sane: 120 Everyday Games to Help you Calm Down, Cheer Up, Stop Spiraling, and Embrace Uncertainty. He earned his Ph.D. in drama and theatre studies from Tufts University and has Master's degrees in education and performance studies. Clay explores the intersection of improv, science and the everyday. HighlightsMindfulness Barriers and MisunderstandingsThe effects of playfulness Embracing UncertaintyEveryday mindfulness gamesMindfulness AppsResourcesGet Clay's new book  Play your Way Sane: 120 Everyday Games to Help you Calm Down, Cheer Up, Stop Spiraling, and Embrace UncertaintyAlternate nostril breathing how-to videohttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8VwufJrUhicConnectClay on InstagramClay on TwitterClay on Facebookhttps://www.playyourwaysane.com/Instagram  @drtamarasolesTwitter @drtamarasolesFacebook http://facebook.com/drtamarasolestamara@thesecurechild.comdrtamarasoles.comSupport the ShowIf you're enjoying the show, help us spread the word so others can enjoy it as well1. Leave a review on itunes/apple podcast 2. Share an episode on Social media. Be sure to tag me on it so I can see @drtamarasoles on facebook, twitter and instagram

Today I'm joined by Dr. Ashley Miller as we talk emotion-focused parenting and her book What to Say to Kids when Nothing Seems to Work. I also share the details for my upcoming free masterclass entitled 3 Essential Parenting Shifts to Raise a Secure Child without Raising your Voice.Dr. Ashley Miller is a child and adolescent psychiatrist and family therapist at BC Children's Hospital with 15 years' experience and is also the mother of a teen and a tween. She runs groups for youth with depression and for parents of youth with mental health challenges. Dr. Miller is also the co-author of the book What to Say to Kids When Nothing Seems to Work: A Practical Guide for Parents and Caregivers.Highlights-       How families are coping with COVID-19-       Mental health professionals managing COVID-       What led to the creation of her book and what sets it apart from other parenting books-       Emotion Focused Family Therapy -       The Do-over and the value of therapeutic apologies-       The role of reassurance in anxiety and sadness-       Parental involvement in children's mental health treatmentConnectDr. Ashley MIllerTwitter: @ashleypmillerInstagram: drashleymillerWebsite: www.what2say2kids.orgDr. Tamara Instagram  @drtamarasoles Twitter @drtamarasoles Facebook http://facebook.com/drtamarasoles tamara@thesecurechild.com drtamarasoles.comWhat to Say to Kids When Nothing Seems to Work: A Practical Guide for Parents and Caregivers. By Adele Lafrance PhD and Ashley Miller MDhttps://www.routledge.com/What-to-Say-to-Kids-When-Nothing-Seems-to-Work-A-Practical/Lafrance-Miller/p/book/9781138344631Emotion Focused Family Therapy https://www.emotionfocusedfamilytherapy.org/Dr. Bruce Perry's Talk with Oprah about COVID-19https://www.neurosequential.com/covid-19-resourcesWe Need To Talk About Another Pandemic Mental Health Crisis: Therapist Burnout By Dr. Jessi Goldhttps://www.forbes.com/sites/jessicagold/2021/01/19/we-need-to-talk-about-another-pandemic-mental-health-crisis-therapist-burnout/?sh=579669114d18How to Talk so Kids will Listen and Listen so Kids will Talkhttps://www.amazon.ca/How-Talk-Kids-Will-Listen/dp/1451663889

Join me in conversation with Windy Ezzell, LCMHC, specialist in reproductive health therapy where we talk about the varied clients she works with and holds a sacred space for related to everything from family building to infertility, to loss and grief and more.  Windy is honored to hold space as a trauma informed practitioner with those experiencing challenges related to infertility, birth trauma, pregnancy loss, or postpartum anxiety/depression. I also assist clients in navigating their family building options (Medically Assisted Technologies, Adoption, Donor Gametes, Donor Embryo, and Childfree thriving.) She also created Fertile Affirmations, in both an app form and a card deck so be sure to check those out.Connect Windy Ezzell, M.A.Instagram: @fertileaffirmations Facebook: @fertileaffirmations Twitter: @InnerSolutionsDr. Tamara Instagram  @drtamarasoles Twitter @drtamarasoles Facebook http://facebook.com/drtamarasoles tamara@thesecurechild.com drtamarasoles.comResourceshttps://fertileaffirmations.com/https://www.innersolutionscounseling.com/Postpartum Support International https://www.postpartum.net/Webinar LGBTQ Adoption Series https://www.bcadoption.com/civicrm/event/info?id=818&reset=1American Society for Reproductive Medicine https://www.asrm.org/

In this episode, Dr. Elizabeth Foley returns for us to revisit the topic of doing therapy during a global pandemic. We talk about the benefits and challenges of online therapy- 10 months into this crisis. We also talk about whether therapists and clients will continue to stay online, retain physical space, or return to in-person work and how they can up their self-care. Issues related to client's investment in online therapy and the impact of teletherapy on safety planning are also discussed.  Dr. Elizabeth Foley is a psychologist in private practice in Montreal at the Resilience clinic which she co-founded. She works with adults and older adolescents with a particular focus on anxiety, depression, trauma and OCD. She has a soft spot for working with mothers with perinatal mental health issues and people with personality disorders. Until 2018, Dr. Foley was the director of the cognitive behaviour therapy service at the Jewish General Hospital, where she still supervises psychology students and psychiatry residents one day per week. She is also an associate Member in the Department of Psychiatry and an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychology at McGill University.Highlights:-       Pandemic Purgatory-       Burnout for the Helpers-       Advantages and Difficulties with Online therapy-       Clients investment in online therapy-       Where clients take their calls-       Does online therapy increase safety risks-       Therapists giving up physical office space as they move entirely online-       How therapists can step up their self-careConnectDr. Elizabeth Foley's Website https://resilienceclinic.ca/our-team/Dr. Tamara Instagram  @drtamarasoles Twitter @drtamarasoles Facebook http://facebook.com/drtamarasoles tamara@thesecurechild.com drtamarasoles.comResourceshttps://www.newsweek.com/we-are-therapists-we-need-therapy-ourselves-1528311For help with coping with the COVID 19 crisis, here is a list of available resources in Canada https://www.cbc.ca/life/wellness/how-to-access-free-mental-health-and-emotional-support-during-the-covid-19-crisis-1.5519397  Any time of the day or night, you can dial 1-833-456-4566 (available in English and French) to reach the Crisis Services Canada, a national network of non-profit distress and crisis service centres. 

Dr. Nicole Byers joins me in conversation about somatic symptoms- those symptoms that may be physical in nature like headaches but without a clear medical cause. We talk about how somatic symptom disorders develop, how to screen for them, and ways to support individuals with somatic symptoms. We also explore how these symptoms may show up in everyone's lives, particularly in the current culture of "Busy". Dr. Nicole Byers is a neuropsychologist in Calgary Alberta. She's the host of The Bold Life podcast and is an online educator. Her passion is helping women overcome the mental barriers that leave them stuck in self-doubt so they can stop worrying what everyone else thinks, and build the confidence to speak up, stop hesitating, and take action towards their goals. She has a Ph.D. in clinical psychology from the University of Saskatchewan and is an Adjunct Research Assistant Professor at the University of Calgary, and has published articles in professional journals in the areas of brain health. Highlights What are somatic symptoms How do somatic symptom disorders develop Mind Body Connection Treatment outcomes related to confidence in treatmentPlacebo effectsHow Somatic Symptom Disorders are diagnosedTools for Testing for Somatic SymptomsThe dangers of our culture of busynessThe Somatic “Flags” Your body may be SendingNegative and Positive StressSupporting Clients with Somatic Symptom DisorderWhat's your Stress Personality Quiz Connect with Us Dr. Nicole Byer Facebook: https://www.instagram.com/drnicolebyers Instagram:   https://www.instagram.com/drnicolebyers Website: www.drnicolebyers.comDr. TamaraInstagram  @drtamarasolesTwitter @drtamarasolesFacebook http://facebook.com/drtamarasolestamara@thesecurechild.comdrtamarasoles.com  Resources5 Nervous System Hacks to Help Reset Your Child's Nervous System drtamarasoles.com click HacksWhat's your Stress Personality? https://drnicolebyers.com/Battery For Health Improvement 2 (BHI™ 2) https://www.pearsonclinical.ca/en/products/product-master.html/item-65 Autism and Somatic Health https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10519-019-09986-3Support the Show If you're enjoying the show, help us spread the word so others can enjoy it as well 1. Leave a review on itunes/apple podcast  2. Share an episode on Social media. Be sure to tag me on it so I can see @drtamarasoles on facebook, twitter and instagram

Dr. Cameron Caswell joins me to talk about the misunderstood teenage brain, what goes wrong with the parent-teen relationship, and how to motivate teens. Dr. Cam shares her PRIME parenting strategy to help parents shift their understanding of and reaction to their teens. Dr. Cam also shares her strategies for getting teen buy-in in therapy. Cameron (Dr. Cam) Caswell, PhD is an adolescent psychologist, family success coach, teen translator, author, and the host of “Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam” podcast. She is on a mission to help parents build strong, positive relationships with their teens through improved communication, connection, and understanding using her PRIME Parenting Method. Dr. Cam is the mom of a teen too, so she not only talks the talk, she walks the walk!HighlightsThe misunderstanding of the teenage brainCounterwill and autonomyPeer Orientation Improving the parent-teen relationshipConfusing respect and disrespectKey ways to increase teen motivationConnect with UsDr. CamFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/drcamconsultingInstagram:  https://www.instagram.com/the_teen_translator/YouTube: Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam  Twitter: https://twitter.com/ccazLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameroncaswell/TamaraIG @drtamarasolesTwitter @drtamarasolesFacebook Dr Tamara Soles tamara@thesecurechild.comdrtamarasoles.comResources7 Secrets for Motivating Teens can be downloaded on her website https://drcamconsulting.com/Dr. Cam's Podcast https://drcamconsulting.com/watch-the-show Crashcourse https://drcamconsulting.com/crashcourseSupport the ShowIf you're enjoying the show, help us spread the word so others can enjoy it as well1. Leave a review on itunes/apple podcast 2. Share an episode on Social media. Be sure to tag me on it so I can see @drtamarasoles on facebook, twitter and instagram

Psychiatrist Dr. Jessica Gold joins me to discuss mental health advocacy in the popular press and social media, how she navigates this responsibility and amplifies the voices of frontline workers and therapists particularly during COVID 19. We also talk about therapists in therapy and how Jessi how she supports frontline workers in her work. Jessica (“Jessi”) Gold, MD, MS, is an Assistant Professor and the Director of Wellness, Engagement, and Outreach in the Department of Psychiatry at Washington University in Saint Louis. She works clinically as an outpatient psychiatrist and primarily sees college and graduate students, as well as faculty, staff, and hospital employees. In her administrative role, Dr. Gold is helping her university and hospital's overall mental health response to covid for faculty and staff and finding acute and sustainable ways to take care of our own. Dr. Gold is particularly interested in college mental health, women's mental health and gender equity, physician wellness, and the overlap between popular media, stigma, and psychiatry. While she has published frequently in the more "traditional" methods of research papers and academic publications, she has also enjoyed teaching about mental health topics and decreasing stigma through writing for popular press outlets and she been featured in, among others, The New York Times, The Atlantic, The Washington Post, TIME, Vox, Newsweek, Self, InStyle, Glamour, and Forbes, where she is a contributorHighlightsTherapists' responsibility in the mediaUsing popular press to advocate for mental healthNavigating social mediaCovid toll on therapist's mental healthAnswering the “how are you?” question as a therapist in COVID Therapists in therapy Helping COVID frontline care workers in therapyWorking with College kids during COVIDIncluding therapists in COVID policyConnect with UsDr. Jessica Gold@drjessigold on twitter and instagramwww.drjessigold.com TamaraIG @drtamarasolesTwitter @drtamarasolesFacebook Dr Tamara Solesemail tamara@thesecurechild.comdrtamarasoles.comResourceshttps://www.nami.org/Homehttps://www.nami.org/Blogs/NAMI-Blog/June-2018/Why-Suicide-Reporting-Guidelines-Matter https://www.newsweek.com/my-coping-skills-therapist-2020-fail-fail-again-1547686 https://cmha.ca/https://www.crisisservicescanada.ca/en/https://afsp.org/Support the ShowIf you're enjoying the show, help us spread the word so others can enjoy it as well1. Leave a review on itunes/apple podcast 2. Share an episode on Social media. Be sure to tag me on it so I can see @drtamarasoles on facebook, twitter and instagram

Join me for a deeper dive into Neurodiversity as social justice with Dr. Joel Schwartz, an ADHDer psychologist in from Total Spectrum Counselling. We explore how working from a strengths based model can free neurodivergent clients from shame and what each of us can do to help move the neurodiversity paradigm forward. Find out how ADHD may be linked to nomadic culture and how the social model of disability can shift therapists' approach in ways that can unlock new, healthy paths for our clients. Dr. Joel Schwartz is a Clinical Psychologist at Total Spectrum Counseling and owner of Schwartz Neurodiversity Services. He provides therapy and psychological testing for the misunderstood. Dr. Joel goes the extra mile (or twelve) to understand and validate parts of clients they have deep shame about. This involves rediscovering deeply buried strengths and capacities and radically embracing differences. Joel also provides coaching, continuing education, and collaborative services around neurodiversity issues. HighlightsADHD as Hunters in a Farmer's WorldHow you can help advance social justice for neurodivergent individuals Neuroqueering spacesRejection Sensitivity DysphoriaSocial model of disabilityHow therapists may fail ADHDersAbleism and the notion of earning our place in this worldThe problem with SMART goalsPathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) ResourcesTwitter: @drjoelschwartz Linkedin: Joel Schwartz, PsyDDr. Joel Schwartz website https://totalspectrumcounseling.com/TamaraIG @drtamarasolesTwitter @drtamarasolesFacebook Dr Tamara Solesemail tamara@thesecurechild.comNeurodiversity Affirmative Therapists Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/2219847184963504 Schwartz Neurodiversity Services https://www.facebook.com/Schwartz-Neurodiversity-Services-105887057879420Nick Walker on Neuroqueering Spaces https://neurocosmopolitanism.com/neuroqueer-an-introduction/ Study about ADHD and Nomadic Tribesmen https://www.northwestern.edu/newscenter/stories/2008/06/ariaaltribe.htmlRejection Sensitivity Dysphoria https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jM3azhiOy5E How to ADHD https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-nPM1_kSZf91ZGkcgy_95QSupport the ShowIf you're enjoying the show, help us spread the word so others can enjoy it as well1. Leave a review on itunes/apple podcast 2. Share an episode on Social media. Be sure to tag me on it so I can see @drtamarasoles on facebook, twitter and instagram