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Being part of a community can make life feel more meaningful & enjoyable and is vital for our mental health and wellbeing. Communities can provide us with a sense of belonging, safety, support in hard times, and give us purpose. So continuing on the theme of Community for MHAW which is taking place from 12 -18th May; Lauren and Nicole take on the challenge of last week's guest Mark Rowland, the Chief Executive of the Mental Health Foundation and do their own community audit.  In this episode they discuss: What is a community The elements of a healthy community What to avoid when looking for a community How to find a community What communities they belong to and are searching for To hear more about the work of the Mental Health Foundation and for information please visit https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/  For online mental health support services or to get help from mental health organisations:  Samaritans: Offer free emotional support 24/7. Call 116 123.  Shout 85258: Text SHOUT to 85258 for free, confidential support, 24/7.  CALM Helpline and webchat: Call the CALM Helpline on 0800 58 58 58 or use their webchat here.  The Mind Infoline: Call 0300 123 3393 to seek answers about mental health problems, where to get help and alternative treatments.  If you liked this episode and want to be part of the club, come follow us on all our socials:  To Listen To Our Brand New Podcast 40ISH - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/40ish/id1757876983 To order our book “HAVE YOU TRIED THIS?” click here - Paperback out now!  https://www.amazon.co.uk/Have-You-Tried-This-Only/dp/1801293139/ref=sr_1_2?crid=1O7EA4ZF1O5CS&keywords=have+you+tried+this&qid=1699449028&sprefix=have+you+tried+%2Caps%2C125&sr=8-2 For Our Exclusive Merch - https://self-care-club.myspreadshop.co.uk/ Join Our Private Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/1115099072702743/?ref=share_group_link Instagram  https://www.instagram.com/selfcareclubpod/ YouTube https://youtube.com/c/SelfCareClub TikTok https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMLnXyS1S/ Email hello@theselfcareclub.co.uk  Website www.theselfcareclub.co.uk Studio production by @launchpodstudios Music by purpleplanet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

So even the people that follow the topic closely are stunned by the digital landscape that engulfs our children, how quickly it evolves, and the potential social cost. Two people in a unique position to explain all this are our guest today, Jeffrey Chester and Kathryn Montgomery, both from the Center for Digital Democracy. Jeff is executive director of the Center, and Kathryn is its research director and senior strategist, as well as professor emerita of communication at American University. Jeff and Kathryn have been pioneers in this work and have been uniquely strong voices for protecting children. Interview Summary Let me congratulate the two of you for being way ahead of your time. I mean the two of you through your research and your advocacy and your organizational work, you were onto these things way before most people were. I'm really happy that you're joining us today, and welcome to our podcast. Kathryn, let me begin with you. So why be concerned about this digital landscape? Kathryn - Well, certainly if we're talking about children and youth, we have to pay attention to the world they live in. And it's a digital world as I think any parent knows, and everybody knows. In fact, for all of us, we're living in a digital world. So young people are living their lives online. They're using mobile phones and mobile devices all the time. They're doing online video streaming. They form their communications with their peers online. Their entire lives are completely integrated into this digital media landscape, and we must understand it. Certainly, the food and beverage industry understand it very well. And they have figured out enormously powerful ways to reach and engage young people through these digital media. You know, the extent of the kids' connection to this is really remarkable. I just finished a few minutes ago recording a podcast with two people involved with the Children and Screens organization. And, Chris Perry, who's the executive director of that organization and Dmitri Christakis who was with us as well, were saying that kids sometimes check their digital media 300 times a day. I mean, just unbelievable how much of this there is. There's a lot of reasons to be concerned. Let's turn our attention to how bad it is, what companies are doing, and what might be done about it. So, Jeff, tell us if you would, about the work of the Center for Digital Democracy. Jeff - Well, for more than a quarter of a century, we have tracked the digital marketplace. As you said at the top, we understood in the early 1990s that the internet, broadband what's become today's digital environment, was going to be the dominant communications system. And it required public interest rules and policies and safeguards. So as a result, one of the things that our Center does is we look at the entire digital landscape as best as we can, especially what the ultra-processed food companies are doing, but including Google and Meta and Amazon and GenAI companies. We are tracking what they're doing, how they're creating the advertising, what their data strategies are, what their political activities are in the United States and in many other places in the world. Because the only way we're going to hold them accountable is if we know what they're doing and what they intend to do. And just to quickly follow up, Kelly, the marketers call today's global generation of young people Generation Alpha. Meaning that they are the first generation to be born into this complete digital landscape environment that we have created. And they have developed a host of strategies to target children at the earliest ages to take advantage of the fact that they're growing up digitally. Boy, pretty amazing - Generation Alpha. Kathryn, I have kind of a niche question I'd like to ask you because it pertains to my own career as well. So, you spent many years as an academic studying and writing about these issues, but also you were a strong advocacy voice. How did you go about balancing the research and the objectivity of an academic with advocacy you were doing? Kathryn - I think it really is rooted in my fundamental set of values about what it means to be an academic. And I feel very strongly and believe very strongly that all of us have a moral and ethical responsibility to the public. That the work we do should really, as I always have told my students, try to make the world a better place. It may seem idealistic, but I think it is what our responsibility is. And I've certainly been influenced in my own education by public scholars over the years who have played that very, very important role. It couldn't be more important today than it has been over the years. And I think particularly if you're talking about public health, I don't think you can be neutral. You can have systematic ways of assessing the impact of food marketing, in this case on young people. But I don't think you can be totally objective and neutral about the need to improve the public health of our citizens. And particularly the public health of our young people. I agree totally with that. Jeff let's talk about the concept of targeted marketing. We hear that term a lot. And in the context of food, people talk about marketing aimed at children as one form of targeting. Or, toward children of color or people of color in general. But that's in a way technological child's play. I understand from you that there's much more precise targeting than a big demographic group like that. Tell us more. Jeff - Well, I mean certainly the ultra-processed food companies are on the cutting edge of using all the latest tools to target individuals in highly personalized way. And I think if I have one message to share with your listeners and viewers is that if we don't act soon, we're going to make an already vulnerable group even more exposed to this kind of direct targeted and personalized marketing. Because what artificial intelligence allows the food and beverage companies and their advertising agencies and platform partners to do is to really understand who we are, what we do, where we are, how we react, behave, think, and then target us accordingly using all those elements in a system that can create this kind of advertising and marketing in minutes, if not eventually milliseconds. So, all of marketing, in essence, will be targeted because they know so much about us. You have an endless chain of relationships between companies like Meta, companies like Kellogg's, the advertising agencies, the data brokers, the marketing clouds, et cetera. Young people especially, and communities of color and other vulnerable groups, have never been more exposed to this kind of invasive, pervasive advertising. Tell us how targeted it can be. I mean, let's take a 11-year-old girl who lives in Wichita and a 13-year-old boy who lives in Denver. How much do the companies know about those two people as individuals? And how does a targeting get market to them? Not because they belong to a big demographic group, but because of them as individuals. Jeff - Well, they certainly are identified in various ways. The marketers know that there are young people in the household. They know that there are young people, parts of families who have various media behaviors. They're watching these kinds of television shows, especially through streaming or listening to music or on social media. Those profiles are put together. And even when the companies say they don't exactly know who the child is or not collecting information from someone under 13 because of the privacy law that we helped get enacted, they know where they are and how to reach them. So, what you've had is an unlimited amassing of data power developed by the food and beverage companies in the United States over the last 25 years. Because really very little has been put in their way to stop them from what they do and plan to do. So presumably you could get some act of Congress put in to forbid the companies from targeting African American children or something like that. But it doesn't sound like that would matter because they're so much more precise in the market. Yes. I mean, in the first place you couldn't get congress to pass that. And I think this is the other thing to think about when you think about the food and beverage companies deploying Generative AI and the latest tools. They've already established vast, what they call insights divisions, market research divisions, to understand our behavior. But now they're able to put all that on a fast, fast, forward basis because of data processing, because of data clouds, let's say, provided by Amazon, and other kinds of tools. They're able to really generate how to sell to us individually, what new products will appeal to us individually and even create the packaging and the promotion to be personalized. So, what you're talking about is the need for a whole set of policy safeguards. But I certainly think that people concerned about public health need to think about regulating the role of Generative AI, especially when it comes to young people to ensure that they're not marketed to in the ways that it fact is and will continue to do. Kathryn, what about the argument that it's a parent's responsibility to protect their children and that government doesn't need to be involved in this space? Kathryn - Well, as a parent, I have to say is extremely challenging. We all do our best to try to protect our children from unhealthy influences, whether it's food or something that affects their mental health. That's a parent's obligation. That's what a parent spends a lot of time thinking about and trying to do. But this is an environment that is overwhelming. It is intrusive. It reaches into young people's lives in ways that make it virtually impossible for parents to intervene. These are powerful companies, and I'm including the tech companies. I'm including the retailers. I'm including the ad agencies as well as these global food and beverage companies. They're extremely powerful. As Jeff has been saying, they have engaged and continue to engage in enormous amounts of technological innovation and research to figure out precisely how to reach and engage our children. And it's too much for parents. And I've been saying this for years. I've been telling legislators this. I've been telling the companies this. It's not fair. It's a very unfair situation for parents. That makes perfect sense. Well, Jeff, your Center produces some very helpful and impressive reports. And an example of that is work you've done on the vast surveillance of television viewers. Tell us more about that, if you would. Jeff - Well, you know, you have to keep up with this, Kelly. The advocates in the United States and the academics with some exceptions have largely failed to address the contemporary business practices of the food and beverage companies. This is not a secret what's going on now. I mean the Generative AI stuff and the advanced data use, you know, is recent. But it is a continuum. And the fact is that we've been one of the few groups following it because we care about our society, our democracy, our media system, et cetera. But so much more could be done here to track what the companies are doing to identify the problematic practices, to think about counter strategies to try to bring change. So yes, we did this report on video streaming because in fact, it's the way television has now changed. It's now part of the commercial surveillance advertising and marketing complex food and beverage companies are using the interactivity and the data collection of streaming television. And we're sounding the alarm as we've been sounding now for too long. But hopefully your listeners will, in fact, start looking more closely at this digital environment because if we don't intervene in the next few years, it'll be impossible to go back and protect young people. So, when people watch television, they don't generally realize or appreciate the fact that information is being collected on them. Jeff - The television watches you now. The television is watching you now. The streaming companies are watching you now. The device that brings you streaming television is watching you now is collecting all kinds of data. The streaming device can deliver personalized ads to you. They'll be soon selling you products in real time. And they're sharing that data with companies like Meta Facebook, your local retailers like Albertsons, Kroger, et cetera. It's one big, huge digital data marketing machine that has been created. And the industry has been successful in blocking legislation except for the one law we were able to get through in 1998. And now under the Trump administration, they have free reign to do whatever they want. It's going to be an uphill battle. But I do think the companies are in a precarious position politically if we could get more people focused on what they're doing. Alright, we'll come back to that. My guess is that very few people realize the kind of thing that you just talked about. That so much information is being collected on them while they're watching television. The fact that you and your center are out there making people more aware, I think, is likely to be very helpful. Jeff - Well, I appreciate that, Kelly, but I have to say, and I don't want to denigrate our work, but you know, I just follow the trades. There's so much evidence if you care about the media and if you care about advertising and marketing or if you care, just let's say about Coca-Cola or Pepsi or Mondalez. Pick one you can't miss all this stuff. It's all there every day. And the problem is that there has not been the focus, I blame the funders in part. There's not been the focus on this marketplace in its contemporary dimensions. I'd like to ask you both about the legislative landscape and whether there are laws protecting people, especially children from this marketing. And Kathy, both you and Jeff were heavily involved in advocacy for a landmark piece of legislation that Jeff referred to from 1998, the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act. What did this act involve? And now that we're some years in, how has it worked? Kathryn - Well, I always say I've been studying advertising in the digital media before people even knew there was going to be advertising in digital media. Because we're really talking about the earliest days of the internet when it was being commercialized. But there was a public perception promoted by the government and the industry and a lot of other institutions and individuals that this was going to be a whole new democratic system of technology. And that basically it would solve all of our problems in terms of access to information. In terms of education. It would open up worlds to young people. In many ways it has, but they didn't talk really that much about advertising. Jeff and I working together at the Center for Media Education, were already tracking what was going on in that marketplace in the mid-1990s when it was very, very new. At which point children were already a prime target. They were digital kids. They were considered highly lucrative. Cyber Tots was one of the words that was used by the industry. What we believed was that we needed to get some public debate and some legislation in place, some kinds of rules, to guide the development of this new commercialized media system. And so, we launched a campaign that ultimately resulted in the passage of the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act. Now it only governs commercial media, online, digital media that targets children under the age of 13, which was the most vulnerable demographic group of young people. We believe protections are really, really very important for teenagers. There's a lot of evidence for that now, much more research actually, that's showing their vulnerable abilities. And it has required companies to take young people into account when developing their operations. It's had an impact internationally in a lot of other countries. It is just the barest minimum of what we need in terms of protections for young people. And we've worked with the Federal Trade Commission over the years to ensure that those rules were updated and strengthened so that they would apply to this evolving digital media system. But now, I believe, that what we need is a more global advocacy strategy. And we are already doing that with advocates in other countries to develop a strategy to address the practices of this global industry. And there are some areas where we see some promising movement. The UK, for example, passed a law that bans advertising on digital media online. It has not yet taken effect, but now it will after some delays. And there are also other things going on for ultra processed foods, for unhealthy foods and beverages. So, Kathryn has partly answered this already, Jeff, but let me ask you. That act that we've talked about goes back a number of years now, what's being done more recently on the legislative front? Perhaps more important than that, what needs to be done? Well, I have to say, Kelly, that when Joe Biden came in and we had a public interest chair at the Federal Trade Commission, Lena Khan, I urged advocates in the United States who are concerned about unhealthy eating to approach the Federal Trade Commission and begin a campaign to see what we could do. Because this was going to be the most progressive Federal Trade Commission we've had in decades. And groups failed to do so for a variety of reasons. So that window has ended where we might be able to get the Federal Trade Commission to do something. There are people in the United States Congress, most notably Ed Markey, who sponsored our Children's Privacy Law 25 years ago, to get legislation. But I think we have to look outside of the United States, as Kathryn said. Beyond the law in the United Kingdom. In the European Union there are rules governing digital platforms called the Digital Services Act. There's a new European Union-wide policy safeguards on Generative AI. Brazil has something similar. There are design codes like the UK design code for young people. What we need to do is to put together a package of strategies at the federal and perhaps even state level. And there's been some activity at the state level. You know, the industry has been opposed to that and gone to court to fight any rules protecting young people online. But create a kind of a cutting-edge set of practices that then could be implemented here in the United States as part of a campaign. But there are models. And how do the political parties break down on this, these issues? Kathryn - I was going to say they break down. Jeff - The industry is so powerful still. You have bipartisan support for regulating social media when it comes to young people because there have been so many incidences of suicide and stalking and other kinds of emotional and psychological harms to young people. You have a lot of Republicans who have joined with Democrats and Congress wanting to pass legislation. And there's some bipartisan support to expand the privacy rules and even to regulate online advertising for teens in our Congress. But it's been stymied in part because the industry has such an effective lobbying operation. And I have to say that in the United States, the community of advocates and their supporters who would want to see such legislation are marginalized. They're under underfunded. They're not organized. They don't have the research. It's a problem. Now all these things can be addressed, and we should try to address them. But right now it's unlikely anything will pass in the next few months certainly. Kathryn - Can I just add something? Because I think what's important now in this really difficult period is to begin building a broader set of stakeholders in a coalition. And as I said, I think it does need to be global. But I want to talk about also on the research front, there's been a lot of really important research on digital food marketing. On marketing among healthy foods and beverages to young people, in a number of different countries. In the UK, in Australia, and other places around the world. And these scholars have been working together and a lot of them are working with scholars here in the US where we've seen an increase in that kind of research. And then advocates need to work together as well to build a movement. It could be a resurgence that begins outside of our country but comes back in at the appropriate time when we're able to garner the kind of support from our policymakers that we need to make something happen. That makes good sense, especially a global approach when it's hard to get things done here. Jeff, you alluded to the fact that you've done work specifically on ultra processed foods. Tell us what you're up to on that front. Jeff - As part of our industry analysis we have been tracking what all the leading food and beverage companies are doing in terms of what they would call their digital transformation. I mean, Coca-Cola and Pepsi on Mondelez and Hershey and all the leading transnational processed food companies are really now at the end of an intense period of restructuring to take advantage of the capabilities provided by digital data and analytics for the further data collection, machine learning, and Generative AI. And they are much more powerful, much more effective, much more adept. In addition, the industry structure has changed in the last few years also because of digital data that new collaborations have been created between the platforms, let's say like Facebook and YouTube, the food advertisers, their marketing agencies, which are now also data companies, but most notably the retailers and the grocery stores and the supermarkets. They're all working together to share data to collaborate on marketing and advertising strategies. So as part of our work we've kept abreast of all these things and we're tracking them. And now we are sharing them with a group of advocates outside of the United States supported by the Bloomberg Philanthropies to support their efforts. And they've already made tremendous progress in a lot of areas around healthy eating in countries like Mexico and Argentina and Brazil, et cetera. And I'm assuming all these technological advances and the marketing muscle, the companies have is not being used to market broccoli and carrots and Brussels sprouts. Is that right? Jeff - The large companies are aware of changing attitudes and the need for healthy foods. One quick takeaway I have is this. That because the large ultra processed food companies understand that there are political pressures promoting healthier eating in North America and in Europe. They are focused on expanding their unhealthy eating portfolio, in new regions specifically Asia Pacific, Africa, and Latin America. And China is a big market for all this. This is why it has to be a global approach here, Kelly. First place, these are transnational corporations. They are creating the, our marketing strategies at the global level and then transmitting them down to be tailored at the national or regional level. They're coming up with a single set of strategies that will affect every country and every child in those countries. We need to keep track of that and figure out ways to go after that. And there are global tools we might be able to use to try to protect young people. Because if you could protect young, a young person in China, you might also be able to protect them here in North Carolina. This all sounds potentially pretty scary, but is there reason to be optimistic? Let's see if we can end on a positive note. What do you think. Do you have reason to be optimistic? Kathryn - I've always been an optimist. I've always tried to be an optimist, and again, what I would say is if we look at this globally and if we identify partners and allies all around the world who are doing good work, and there are many, many, many of them. And if we work together and continue to develop strategies for holding this powerful industry and these powerful industries accountable. I think we will have success. And I think we should also shine the spotlight on areas where important work has already taken place. Where laws have been enacted. Where companies have been made to change their practices and highlight those and build on those successes from around the world. Thanks. Jeff, what about you? Is there reason to be optimistic? Well, I don't think we can stop trying, although we're at a particularly difficult moment here in our country and worldwide. Because unless we try to intervene the largest corporations, who are working and will work closely with our government and other government, will be able to impact our lives in so many ways through their ability to collect data. And to use that data to target us and to change our behaviors. You can change our health behaviors. You can try to change our political behaviors. What the ultra-processed food companies are now able to do every company is able to do and governments are able to do. We have to expose what they're doing, and we have to challenge what they're doing so we can try to leave our kids a better world. It makes sense. Do you see that the general public is more aware of these issues and is there reason to be optimistic on that front? That awareness might lead to pressure on politicians to change things? Jeff - You know, under the Biden administration, the Federal Trade Commission identified how digital advertising and marketing works and it made it popular among many, many more people than previously. And that's called commercial surveillance advertising. The idea that data is collected about you is used to advertise and market to you. And today there are thousands of people and certainly many more advocacy groups concerned about commercial surveillance advertising than there were prior to 2020. And all over the world, as Kathryn said, in countries like in Brazil and South Africa and Mexico, advocates are calling attention to all these techniques and practices. More and more people are being aware and then, you know, we need obviously leaders like you, Kelly, who can reach out to other scholars and get us together working together in some kind of larger collaborative to ensure that these techniques and capabilities are exposed to the public and we hold them accountable. Bios Kathryn Montgomery, PhD. is Research Director and Senior Strategist for the Center for Digital Democracy (CDD). In the early 90s, she and Jeff Chester co-founded the Center for Media Education (CME), where she served as President until 2003, and which was the predecessor organization to CDD. CME spearheaded the national campaign that led to passage of the 1998 Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) the first federal legislation to protect children's privacy on the Internet. From 2003 until 2018, Dr. Montgomery was Professor of Communication at American University in Washington, D.C., where she founded and directed the 3-year interdisciplinary PhD program in Communication. She has served as a consultant to CDD for a number of years and joined the full-time staff in July 2018. Throughout her career, Dr. Montgomery has written and published extensively about the role of media in society, addressing a variety of topics, including: the politics of entertainment television; youth engagement with digital media; and contemporary advertising and marketing practices. Montgomery's research, writing, and testimony have helped frame the national public policy debate on a range of critical media issues. In addition to numerous journal articles, chapters, and reports, she is author of two books: Target: Prime Time – Advocacy Groups and the Struggle over Entertainment Television (Oxford University Press, 1989); and Generation Digital: Politics, Commerce, and Childhood in the Age of the Internet (MIT Press, 2007). Montgomery's current research focuses on the major technology, economic, and policy trends shaping the future of digital media in the Big Data era. She earned her doctorate in Film and Television from the University of California, Los Angeles. Jeff Chester is Executive Director of the Center for Digital Democracy (CDD), a Washington, DC non-profit organization. CDD is one of the leading U.S. NGOs advocating for citizens, consumers and other stakeholders on digital privacy and consumer protections online. Founded in 1991, CDD (then known as the Center for Media Education) led the campaign for the enactment of the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA, 1998). During the 1990s it also played a prominent role in such issues as open access/network neutrality, diversity of media ownership, public interest policies for children and television, as well the development of the FCC's “E-Rate” funding to ensure that schools and libraries had the resources to offer Internet services. Since 2003, CDD has been spearheading initiatives designed to ensure that digital media in the broadband era fulfill their democratic potential. A former investigative reporter, filmmaker and Jungian-oriented psychotherapist, Jeff Chester received his M.S.W. in Community Mental Health from U.C. Berkeley. He is the author of Digital Destiny: New Media and the Future of Democracy (The New Press, 2007), as well as articles in both the scholarly and popular press. During the 1980s, Jeff co-directed the campaign that led to the Congressional creation of the Independent Television Service (ITVS) for public TV. He also co-founded the National Campaign for Freedom of Expression, the artist advocacy group that supported federal funding for artists. In 1996, Newsweek magazine named Jeff Chester one of the Internet's fifty most influential people. He was named a Stern Foundation “Public Interest Pioneer” in 2001, and a “Domestic Privacy Champion” by the Electronic Privacy Information Center in 2011. CDD is a member of the Transatlantic Consumer Dialogue (TACD). Until January 2019, Jeff was the U.S. co-chair of TACD's Information Society (Infosoc) group, helping direct the organization's Transatlantic work on data protection, privacy and digital rights.

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Hiatus Replay Fuck The Rules PodcastOrginally aired: 11/06/2024I was so pleased when my guest this week, Dontea' Mitchel-Hunter, reached out to me recently to discuss her guesting on my podcast. I've wanted to reach out to her and am so grateful she was able to spend time with me for this episode!PLEASE NOTE: there is discussion about family estrangement and suicidal ideation in this episode.* * *More info about Dontea':Dontea' Mitchell-Hunter is a self-worth coach, therapist, and speaker that helps women get out of unfulfilling relationships and recreate self-love & happiness - single or partnered. She wants women to know their worth doesn't come from being in a relationship nor what others think of them.Dontea' is also the CEO of Soirées In Therapy, an online private practice, and the host of Situationsh!t Podcast, where she fearlessly tackles those common mental health hangups that we've all experienced. Feeling like you're too much or not enough? She's got your back! Tune in to her show for a dose of straightforward conversations, hilarious anecdotes, and lightning-fast tips on how to kickstart your mental health healing journey.Social media links:IG/TikTok: @soireesintherapy Link to my Situationship Quiz www.dontea.co/quiz- for anyone who feels they are stuck in toxic relationship cycles and want to get out of them.Podcast: Situationsh!twww.dontea.co/podcastBooking a coaching session with me:https://calendly.com/selfworthconsult/coaching-consultation Support the showWant more sweary goodness? There's now the availability of Premium Subscription for $3 a month! Click the "Support The Show" link and find out more info.* * *F*ck The Rules Podcast is produced by Evil Bambina Productions, LLC. You can find our podcast on Amazon Music/Podcasts, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify and many more!***Social media/podcast episodes are not intended to replace therapy with a qualified mental health professional. All posts/episodes are for educational purposes only. If you are in need of assistance for mental health services, please check with your PCP, your insurance provider or an online therapist directory for the nearest mental health professional.*****Susan Roggendorf is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Illinois and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Iowa. In addition to hosting and producing her podcast, she's running a private practice as an independent provider full-time. Susan is a National Certified Counselor through the NBCC as well as an Emergency Responder & Public Safety Certified Clinician through NERPSC. When she's not busy with all those things, Susan is usually busy annoying her adult children or gardening.

I'm angry! A Once-UndocumentedImmigrant Speaks from the Heart-- Live Work with Sunny, Part 1 Sunny Choi is a beloved member of the TEAM community. He grew up in Hong Kong before emigrating with his family to the United States when he was 11 years old. He graduated from UCLA with a major in engineering, completed a master's degree in Engineering Management at Stanford, and developed a successful career in high tech Silicon Valley companies. However, he left his work to pursue additional graduate training in clinical social work because he discovered that his strongest call was to help individuals who were being marginalized by American culture and suffering. He then obtained an MSW degree with a specialty in Community Mental Health from California State University. We were fortunate when Sunny discovered and joined our free Stanford TEAM CBT training group, and blossomed into an expert TEAM therapist and beloved colleague and friend. Today, Dr. Jill Levitt and I worked with Sunny because he requested a session to work on his own troubled feelings concerning the recent political developments. He emphasized that he wanted to do personal work, rather than focusing too heavily on the current political controversies and battles. You can find the Daily Mood Log (DML) that Sunny prepared just prior to his session if you click here As you can see, at the top of his DML, he described the upsetting event as tearing up when he was teaching a class and discussing a case of a transgender Mexican American man, and he began reflecting on his own memories of growing up as a gay male and undocumented immigrant. Sadness and anger were the two strongest negative feelings (rated 70 and 80, respectively on a scale from 0 to 100), although he was also moderately anxious, guilty, rejected, hopeless, and frustrated. You can also see the ten negative thoughts he recorded on his DML, and how strongly he believed each one, on a scale from 0 (not at all) to 1000 (completely.). During the session he added three more thoughts: 11.  I (shouldn't be) living such a happy and pleasurable life when others are suffering. 70% 12.  I should be helping others more. 80% 13.  I have to figure out the correct way to be thinking and feeling. 50% At the start of the session, he said that he felt vulnerable and nervous discussing such personal feelings, memories, and thoughts. He also said that after doing much personal and professional work, he was generally happy and loving, but felt profoundly disturbed when he thought about so many people who are suffering. He said, “Many of my clients are being deported. And those who are gay are worried that they'll lose access to their medications.” These were the kinds of thoughts that triggered his feelings of guilt. During the empathy phase, Jill mentioned that she felt honored to be talking to Sunny today and proud to be a member of a community where you can reach out when you're suffering. She added that she felt torn, as I did, because it seemed to us that many of his negative thoughts were realistic, and not distorted, and that it makes sense to feel sad, anxious, worried, and angry. For example, his first negative thought on his DML was, “The world is much more unstable and dangerous now.” Sunny emphasized that most of the time he does feel happy, especially when involved with friends and family, and doing the things he loves. But then he gets confused and guilty, wondering if it is right to feel happy when things are looking so dark for so many people. It certainly makes sense to feel unhappy when, as Sunny said, some of his clients and friends have lost their jobs and people in the LGBTQ+ community are afraid they'll get deported. And we're all afraid to speak up and talk about diversity, which has become a dirty word that can get you into trouble. And when Sunny thinks about this, he feels profound sadness and compassion. But as previously noted, this has caused confusion for Sunny, and he struggles with feelings of guilt about the fact that he is truly happy so much of the time. He's happy about his beautiful life, his marriage, and more—this, in fact, is his happiest he's ever been. Here's how he puts it: “I used to be undocumented. The experience and the hostility and bias I confronted traumatized me. And when I heard Trump talk about all the ‘murders and rapists' invading our country from Mexico, I became tearful. I feel angry—they don't think we're human. “I want people to be more compassionate. . . . To say we're rapists and criminals, it's not okay. . . it's mean, and it's very harmful to mental health. . . . It's like repeatedly poking at someone who is recovering from a terrible wound, and it hurts.” Jill was touched, and found Sunny's vulnerability heart-warming, beautiful, and refreshing. Rhonda reminded us that unless we are Indigenous Native Americans, all Americans are descended from immigrants. In my own case, all my ancestors came from Sweden in the late 1800s during the potato famine. Sunny pointed out the European immigrants have not been discriminated against in the same way as the Africans, Asians, Latinos, Islamic, and dark-skinned individuals: “Let's be open. It's racism. I felt it right from the start.” Sunny gave us an A+ on empathy, and then we worked to set the agenda for the session. What did Sunny hope to get from the session? What did he want help with? What changes was he hoping for? He said: “Maybe my feelings are appropriate, but some may be too intense. My goal is to find peace; to have hope, and to try to do something to help. . . I want to feel proud of who I am and what I stand for. I want to try to be loving and compassionate, even to people who don't have the same beliefs and values. . . . Although that can be incredibly challenging!” When you listen to today's podcast, you will hear the T = Testing and E = Empathy portions of the session. Next week, you will hear the A = Paradoxical Agenda Setting and M = Methods portions along with the conclusion, including the final T = Testing to evaluate his end of session scores on the Brief Mood Survey and Evaluation of Therapy Session. Thank you for joining us. Rhonda, Jill, Sunny, and I appreciate all of you!

Behind every psychiatric label lies a question: Is this person mentally ill, or just misunderstood by medicine? When Dr. Kaycee Bills, a social work professor with a PhD, experienced a medical emergency from low blood pressure, she was handcuffed, sedated, and locked in a psychiatric ward instead of receiving proper care. Her crime? Being a woman whose scattered Adderall pills looked "suspicious" to authorities. This shocking personal account reveals how women are systematically disbelieved by the medical establishment—diagnosed with depression and anxiety at twice the rate of men, while serious physical conditions go untreated for years. Join Dr. Roger McFillin and Dr. Bills as they expose the dark underbelly of psychiatric holds, forced medication, and how the mental health system often traumatizes those it claims to help. Chapters00:00 Understanding Mental Health Biases03:27 The Journey Through Community Mental Health11:33 The Impact of Over-Intervention18:02 A Personal Experience in the Mental Health System31:28 The Consequences of Psychiatric Holds40:30 The Dehumanizing Nature of Psychiatric Facilities45:27 The Role of Education in Mental Health50:27 Challenging the DSM and Mental Health Labels55:25 The Impact of Labels on Identity and Treatment01:00:35 Cultural Perspectives on Mental Health01:05:28 The Commodification of Mental Health01:10:42 The Importance of Self-Determination in Therapy RADICALLY GENUINE PODCASTDr. Roger McFillin / Radically Genuine WebsiteYouTube @RadicallyGenuineDr. Roger McFillin (@DrMcFillin) / XSubstack | Radically Genuine | Dr. Roger McFillinInstagram @radicallygenuineContact Radically GenuineConscious Clinician CollectivePLEASE SUPPORT OUR PARTNERS15% Off Pure Spectrum CBD (Code: RadicallyGenuine)10% off Lovetuner click here—-----------FREE DOWNLOAD! DISTRESS TOLERANCE SKILLS

Gun violence has surpassed car accidents as the leading cause of death among children and teens in the US. What can we do to improve firearm safety to keep children safe from preventable injury and death? In this episode we are joined by Dr. Amy Barnhorst, director of the BulletPoints Project, to discuss the impact of gun violence on children including on their mental health, the media’s influence, and what families can do to improve firearm safety including safe gun storage. This episode written by Drs. Barnhorst, van der List and Blumberg. We thank Dr. Amy Barnhorst, Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at UC Davis Health, Vice Chair of Community Mental Health, and Director of the BulletPoints Project, for joining us for this episode, although Drs. Dean and Lena take responsibility for any errors or misinformation. Additional resources: The BulletPoints Project Healthy Children Guns in the Home: How to Keep Kids Safe Photo courtesy of Rice University’s Baker Institute for Public Policy Gun violence has surpassed car accidents as the leading cause of death among children and teens in the US. What can we do to improve firearm safety to keep children safe from preventable injury and death? In this episode we are joined by Dr. Amy Barnhorst, director of the BulletPoints Project, to discuss the impact of gun violence on children including on their mental health, the media’s influence, and what families can do to improve firearm safety including safe gun storage. This episode written by Drs. Barnhorst, van der List and Blumberg. We thank Dr. Amy Barnhorst, Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at UC Davis Health, Vice Chair of Community Mental Health, and Director of the BulletPoints Project, for joining us for this episode, although Drs. Dean and Lena take responsibility for any errors or misinformation. Additional resources: * The BulletPoints Project Healthy Children Guns in the Home: How to Keep Kids Safe Photo courtesy of

Hiatus Replay - Therapy Info SeriesFuck The Rules PodcastOrginally aired: 09/09/2024Hey y'all! It's been a hot minute since a super fresh episode dropped!In this episode, I asked a colleague, Catherine Bass LMSW LSW, to sit with me and chat about Play Therapy. My knowledge is just the basics from when I was in my master's program and I work exclusive with adults 18 years and older. So I really wanted to know more about Play Therapy and its benefits for those kids under the age of 12 years. * * *Catherine Bass, LMCW LSW, is the founder and owner of Playful Minds Therapeutic Services, PLLC. She's a child therapist who is dedicated to providing compassionate, trauma-informed therapy to children and families, using the language of children (PLAY!). “I specialize in child therapy utilizing the power of play as a primary intervention for social emotional and/or behavioral concerns including anxiety or depression, aggression and anger management, grief and loss, life transitions, low self-esteem, general parenting support, and trauma, abuse or neglect. I believe every child and family has the right, and the ability, to succeed; and I am passionate about working as a partner with the families I serve to help them achieve their goals.”You can find more about Catherine on her website:https://www.playfulmindsqc.com Support the showWant more sweary goodness? There's now the availability of Premium Subscription for $3 a month! Click the "Support The Show" link and find out more info.* * *F*ck The Rules Podcast is produced by Evil Bambina Productions, LLC. You can find our podcast on Amazon Music/Podcasts, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify and many more!***Social media/podcast episodes are not intended to replace therapy with a qualified mental health professional. All posts/episodes are for educational purposes only. If you are in need of assistance for mental health services, please check with your PCP, your insurance provider or an online therapist directory for the nearest mental health professional.*****Susan Roggendorf is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Illinois and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Iowa. In addition to hosting and producing her podcast, she's running a private practice as an independent provider full-time. Susan is a National Certified Counselor through the NBCC as well as an Emergency Responder & Public Safety Certified Clinician through NERPSC. When she's not busy with all those things, Susan is usually busy annoying her adult children or gardening.

Hiatus Replay - Therapy Info SeriesFuck The Rules PodcastOrginally aired: 01/23/2024My guest, Sarah Wagener, tLMHC is back for another episode. It's the final episode in the series "WTF Is (therapy type)?" In Season 4.Sarah is working specifically in perinatal care and reproductive health, in addition to several other behavioral health disorders, and I knew I wanted to chat with her about her what perinatal mental health looks like in her office and educating other health professionals, as well as discussing Trauma Informed Care.PLEASE NOTE:We discuss the following topics that may be distressing to listeners - various trauma experiences, pregnancy/birth, loss, abuse.More info on Sarah:Sarah is a mental health counselor located in Davenport, Iowa, where she was born and raised. She specializes in perinatal mental health, which encompasses mental health during or after pregnancy, birth trauma, postpartum, infertility, and loss. Sarah came to perinatal mental health through her prior work in labor, delivery, and postpartum as a registered nurse. She also offers an area of speciality for healthcare workers. Sarah runs Wagener Therapy with her husband Brandal, who is also a mental health counselor. In her spare time, she enjoys loving on her two dogs, reading, playing video games, and buying more plants than she has the space for.ResourcesPostpartum Support International: postpartum.netWagener Therapy: wagenertherapy.comTrauma Informed Care Resources for Providers:What Is Trauma Informed Care?https://www.traumainformedcare.chcs.org/what-is-trauma-informed-care/Trauma Informed Care: A Sociocultural Perspectivehttps://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK207195/Trauma Informed Care in Behavioral Health Services (pdf)https://store.samhsa.gov/sites/default/files/sma15-4420.pdfInfographic: 6 Guiding Principles To A Trauma-Informed Approachhttps://www.cdc.gov/orr/infographics/6_principles_trauma_info.htmTrauma Informed Care Resources for Patients:How to Find a Trauma-Informed Provider and Get Safe, Supportive Carehttps://www.goodrx.com/healthcare-access/patient-advocacy/what-is-trauma-informed-careThe Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center provides for patients a Request For Trauma Informed Care form:https://www.bidmc.org/-/media/files/beth-israel-org/centers-and-departments/social-work/center-for-violence-prevention-and-reco Support the showWant more sweary goodness? There's now the availability of Premium Subscription for $3 a month! Click the "Support The Show" link and find out more info.* * *F*ck The Rules Podcast is produced by Evil Bambina Productions, LLC. You can find our podcast on Amazon Music/Podcasts, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify and many more!***Social media/podcast episodes are not intended to replace therapy with a qualified mental health professional. All posts/episodes are for educational purposes only. If you are in need of assistance for mental health services, please check with your PCP, your insurance provider or an online therapist directory for the nearest mental health professional.*****Susan Roggendorf is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Illinois and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Iowa. In addition to hosting and producing her podcast, she's running a private practice as an independent provider full-time. Susan is a National Certified Counselor through the NBCC as well as an Emergency Responder & Public Safety Certified Clinician through NERPSC. When she's not busy with all those things, Susan is usually busy annoying her adult children or gardening.

Works to demolish the east stand at the Victoria Stadium have started today. This forms part of the groundwork for the construction of a UEFA-approved, category 4 stadium. The works are highly complex and have required close co-ordination with the MOD, to minimise any impact on the runway. We spoke to Ros Astengo who was at the site.The Justice Minister moves to further protect police officers and emergency workers with stricter penalties for assaults against them. We also got an update from Nigel Feetham on whether the EU might take Gibraltar off its grey list.It's Ash Wednesday, the start of Lent, 40 days of prayer, fasting, and reflection for Christians. Claire Hernandez was at the Cathedral of St Mary the Crowned and spoke to Father Peter.The new location for the Community Mental Health facility will be announced on the week starting on the 17th March. This was confirmed by Health Minister Gemma Arias Vasquez at last night's GHA public meeting at the University of Gibraltar. Our reporter Jonathan Sacramento was at the meeting yesterday evening. We are midway through Gibraltar Hearing loss week. This year's theme is ‘empower yourself!' - building on 2024's focus on changing mindsets towards hearing and ear care. Edgar Triay of Gibraltar's association for Hearing Issues and Tinnitus told us more.And, time flies! It's Gibraltar Today's second birthday. We took the opportunity meet some of the team that help bring the show on our airways and screens: broadcast assistant Kathy Sanchez, engineers Charlie Moore and John Balestrino as well as CEO James Neish. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send us a textIn this episode, we learn about the inner workings of two critical elements of the community-based ecosystem in Trieste:  the community mental health center (CMHC) and the psychiatric unit in the city's general hospital (known as the Psychiatric Diagnostic and Treatment Services or SPDC).  Tommaso Bonavigo, is a psychiatrist at the CMHC Maddalena.  He received his education at the Università degli studi di Trieste, graduating first as a doctor (2010) and then as a psychiatrist (2016).Alessandra Oretti is the interim director of the mental health department for the city of Trieste and also serves as the head of the central hospital's psychiatric unit.  She has worked in the Trieste mental health system dating back to 1994 and received her degree from the Università degli studi di Trieste in 1998. The Azienda Sanitaria Universitaria Giuliano Isontina (ASUGI) is the Health Authority which services the Friuli Venezia Giulia region.  Oretti and Bonavigo  are part of the team of ASUGI experts in the following cooperation projects:RING project (INTEGRATED STRENGTHENING OF THE PALESTINIAN HEALTH SYSTEM) led by the Italian Agency for Development Cooperation (AICS) in the West Bank area (mainly in the psychiatric hospital of Bethlehem)DUSM project (Diritti umani e salute mentale dei detenuti ) in Albania, which means Human rights and mental health of the prisoners in Albania,  led by a consortium of Italian and Albanian NGOsCollaboration with East London Foundation Trust for developing a pilot CMHC which will remain open 24 hours In this interview, you will pick up on these themes:The importance of the therapeutic relationship which is based upon trust built up over time. How services are integrated in Trieste and the ways in which all the various people impacting a service user – the social worker, nurse, psychiatrist, police (if warranted) and others – create a team around a person.How accountability is assured through the designation of catchment areas – which denotes a territory for which the staff in a CMHC feel responsible for the people they serve. Resources: How a small Italian city became a model for mental health care. Financial Times, Sarah Neville, December 2024. Guidance from World Health Organization:  "Comprehensive mental health service networks. Promoting person-centered and rights-based approaches.”   See chapter at page 18.  

Hiatus Replay - Therapy Info SeriesFuck The Rules PodcastOrginally aired: 01/15/2024This episode, Jessica Medina rolls in and talks about her journey to getting into her area of treatment: Geek Therapy. It's an exciting episode of information about using popculture and video games in connecting and working with clients.PLEASE NOTE:We discuss the following topics that may be distressing to listeners - suicide, sexual trauma, self-harm ideation, trauma.More info about Jessica:As a skilled Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Jessica Medina (Happylilbrains) offers unique geek therapy, integrating video games into treatment. With expertise in assessing and treating neurodivergency, Jessica employs a holistic and experiential approach, prioritizing person-centered and collaborative care. She has a diverse client focus, working with children, video game creators, trauma survivors, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and those with alternative lifestylesWebsite: happylilbrains.comResources:Geek Therapists Coop:Guidance Teletherapy (guidancett.com)Here's the link to Ariel:Ariel's Corner — Guidance Teletherapy (guidancett.com)Geek Therapy Summit coming up in April 2024:TAGGS - Geek TherapyGeek Therapy:Geek Therapy Quick Start Guide - Geek TherapyFB group:Geek Therapy Community | FacebookRoblox Playbook for Parents and Clinicians:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CS55JP95 Support the showWant more sweary goodness? There's now the availability of Premium Subscription for $3 a month! Click the "Support The Show" link and find out more info.* * *F*ck The Rules Podcast is produced by Evil Bambina Productions, LLC. You can find our podcast on Amazon Music/Podcasts, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify and many more!***Social media/podcast episodes are not intended to replace therapy with a qualified mental health professional. All posts/episodes are for educational purposes only. If you are in need of assistance for mental health services, please check with your PCP, your insurance provider or an online therapist directory for the nearest mental health professional.*****Susan Roggendorf is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Illinois and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Iowa. In addition to hosting and producing her podcast, she's running a private practice as an independent provider full-time. Susan is a National Certified Counselor through the NBCC as well as an Emergency Responder & Public Safety Certified Clinician through NERPSC. When she's not busy with all those things, Susan is usually busy annoying her adult children or gardening.

Seti Babaeian, BS is the Intake office coordinator at GMU Center for Community Mental Health

Hiatus Replay - Therapy Info SeriesFuck The Rules PodcastOrginally aired: 01/09/2024The Rev. Wiesch* is back in the house!This time around, John and I discuss just what the fuck is EMDR? Many misconceptions are out in the great wide world about this treatment, and luckily, John brings his experiences in participating and in providing EMDR therapy in this episode.PLEASE NOTE:We discuss the following topics that may be distressing to listeners - suicide, war crimes, sexual trauma, substance use, physical trauma, war/military trauma.More info John:John Wiesch is a Licensed Mental Health Professional (IA), Licensed Clinicial Professional Counselor (IL), and CCMHC, and works with individual & couplesin  therapy, ages 18 years and older. John specializes in EMDR, trauma, substance abuse issues/co occurring disorders, combat veterans, mood disorders, life transitions, LGBTQIA+ affirmative. John has experience as a veteran of US Military service, and working in crisis counseling for mental health in Emergency Departments. Website:https://www.ayaspsychotherapeuticinterventions.com/*Check out Season 1, Ep 17: "The Rev. John Wiesch Fucking Dropping It Like Bombs, Y'all" * * *Resources:Viktor FranklBooks:Man's Search for MeaningThe Will to MeaningYes to LifeIrvin YalomBooks:Creatures of the DayLove's ExecutionerStaring at the SunCarl JungThe Undiscovered SelfModern Man in Search of a Soul* * * Support the showWant more sweary goodness? There's now the availability of Premium Subscription for $3 a month! Click the "Support The Show" link and find out more info.* * *F*ck The Rules Podcast is produced by Evil Bambina Productions, LLC. You can find our podcast on Amazon Music/Podcasts, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify and many more!***Social media/podcast episodes are not intended to replace therapy with a qualified mental health professional. All posts/episodes are for educational purposes only. If you are in need of assistance for mental health services, please check with your PCP, your insurance provider or an online therapist directory for the nearest mental health professional.*****Susan Roggendorf is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Illinois and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Iowa. In addition to hosting and producing her podcast, she's running a private practice as an independent provider full-time. Susan is a National Certified Counselor through the NBCC as well as an Emergency Responder & Public Safety Certified Clinician through NERPSC. When she's not busy with all those things, Susan is usually busy annoying her adult children or gardening.

Parvez and Omar kick-off 2025 by finally dedicating an entire episode to a recurring and perennial conversation on the podcast: parenting challenges in today's climate. To help navigate this conversation, they are joined by Ali Bishop, an experienced mental health professional who works as a Mental Health Clinician at a local Bay Area public high school. Topics include the general challenges facing teens in high school today (e.g., mental health, academic and peer pressures, social media, etc.), how these challenges might uniquely affect Muslim youth, and what can parents do to better support their children in navigating these challenges. Ali Bishop also shares his personal faith journey resulting in his conversion to Islam in 1998.    About Ali (Mark) Bishop Ali Bishop is a dedicated mental health professional with over 17 years of experience in both clinical and educational settings. He earned his Master's degree in Social Work, with a focus on Community Mental Health. Following graduation, he became a licensed clinician in the state of California. He specializes in providing therapy to families impacted by physical abuse, grief and loss, drug addiction, and suicide prevention.  For the past 10 years, Ali has served as the Mental Health Clinician at a public high school in the San Francisco Bay Area. In this role, he works directly with students, providing individual and group support to navigate social, emotional, and behavioral challenges. He resides in Fremont, California with his wife, an educator at an area Islamic School, and their cat, Iggy. In his free time, Ali is passionate about supporting vulnerable populations, including children. He is an active member of Bikers Against Child Abuse (BACA), using his love of motorcycling as a way to make a positive impact for abused children.

Andrew Ackerland, BS is the Protocol office supervisor at the GMU Center for Community Mental Health.

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Hiatus Open Admission!Women & Their Tattoos"What Was Once Sacred Is Also Now An Act Of Rebellion"Guest: Bhavna RaithathaOriginal air date: The final episode in this first season of Women & Their Tattoos, and it's a whopper at just under an hour. Bhavna and I are talking about so many experiences in our lives and our tattoos. So grab your favorite beverage and enjoy!PLEASE NOTE: We discuss multiple topics and some may be distressing to listeners:  trauma, suicidal ideation, stalking/violence against women, racism, domestic violence.Bhavna talks passionately about Working with Leadership, HR advisors and EAPS and has helped senior leadership in organizations address their Well-being strategies by creating happy, safe and nurturing environments where both employees and the company can thrive. From her work as an accredited Psychotherapist, Coach, Speaker, Critical Incident Debriefer and Trainer with 30 years' experience in serving 19k clients globally with professional help, Bhavna has supported managers and organizations to bring dignity, empathy and compassion back into the workplace and reduce the impact on Mental Health from Racism and Discrimination Towards the BAME LGBTQ+ Community and Well-Being strategies and Creating Better Organizational Cultures with clients including major Police Forces and Retail chains in the UK. Bhavna is a UN Women's UK CSW68 Delegate and will be adding her voice and advocacy for disadvantaged women and girls to the conference sessions. Bhavna frequently guests on Radio, international podcasts and speaks at conferences sharing lessons from her personal Coming Out journey especially as an academically accomplished Indian Woman, in a frequently exclusive field.She is a sought after speaker on webinars and panels, speaking about Mental Health, Suicide and Relationships as well as Championing LGBTQ+ Employee Mental Health and Well-Being internationally. Bhavna has also been commissioned to write articles on Stress, LGBTQ+ issues, Mental Health, Journaling, Bullying and Grief for a leading Mental Health magazine as an Expert Columnist and as a contributor for Hello! Magazine as well as a regular contributor to the BACP's resource library of articles and educational videos for the public.* * * Support the showWant more sweary goodness? There's now the availability of Premium Subscription for $3 a month! Click the "Support The Show" link and find out more info.* * *F*ck The Rules Podcast is produced by Evil Bambina Productions, LLC. You can find our podcast on Amazon Music/Podcasts, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify and many more!***Social media/podcast episodes are not intended to replace therapy with a qualified mental health professional. All posts/episodes are for educational purposes only. If you are in need of assistance for mental health services, please check with your PCP, your insurance provider or an online therapist directory for the nearest mental health professional.*****Susan Roggendorf is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Illinois and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Iowa. In addition to hosting and producing her podcast, she's running a private practice as an independent provider full-time. Susan is a National Certified Counselor through the NBCC as well as an Emergency Responder & Public Safety Certified Clinician through NERPSC. When she's not busy with all those things, Susan is usually busy annoying her adult children or gardening.

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Hiatus Open Admission!Women & Their Tattoos"Creating Our Own Clouds" Guest Samantha ShepardOriginal air date:  02/22/2024It was such a pleasure to host Sam Shepherd in discussing her tattoos and journey on the way to get them!PLEASE NOTE: We discuss multiple topics and some may be distressing to listeners: discussion of  depression, trauma.More info on Sam:Samantha Shepherd is a LMFT who lives in San Diego, CA. She is multiracial, a member of the latinx community, and bilingual in Spanish. "I show up as my authentic self to therapy so my clients can. I love working with individuals who are ready to make some changes in their life. I am not a "one-size-fits-all" type of therapist and that's what I fucking love about my work. I work with different issues such as trauma, attachment styles, cultural identity, first generation college students, etc. I'm just getting started opening my private practice and I'm looking forward to serving more of my community."If The Couch Could Speak Podcasthttps://open.spotify.com/show/4VlB5Bfzj8n0GSeGNYPGA7Charles Bukowskihttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charles_BukowskiHenry Rollinshttps://www.henryrollins.com/Rene Magrittehttps://www.moma.org/artists/3692Banksyhttps://www.banksy.co.uk/Grave of the Fireflies (spoilers)https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Grave_of_the_Fireflies* * *  Support the showWant more sweary goodness? There's now the availability of Premium Subscription for $3 a month! Click the "Support The Show" link and find out more info.* * *F*ck The Rules Podcast is produced by Evil Bambina Productions, LLC. You can find our podcast on Amazon Music/Podcasts, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify and many more!***Social media/podcast episodes are not intended to replace therapy with a qualified mental health professional. All posts/episodes are for educational purposes only. If you are in need of assistance for mental health services, please check with your PCP, your insurance provider or an online therapist directory for the nearest mental health professional.*****Susan Roggendorf is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Illinois and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Iowa. In addition to hosting and producing her podcast, she's running a private practice as an independent provider full-time. Susan is a National Certified Counselor through the NBCC as well as an Emergency Responder & Public Safety Certified Clinician through NERPSC. When she's not busy with all those things, Susan is usually busy annoying her adult children or gardening.

Hiatus Open Admission!Women & Their Tattoos "It's About Attitude"Guest: Alexandra Skinner WalshOriginal air date: 01/18/2024Alex joins me once again on this podcast, this time to talk about her tattoos, women's voices, body rights and autonomy, and fucking the patriarch attitude!PLEASE NOTE - we discuss various topics that may distress listeners: trauma, abuse, bullying, loss and grief.More info about Alex:Alexandra Skinner Walsh is a licensed mental health counselor, speaker, The M.A.D. Beyond ecourse & merch creator, and owner of The M.A.D. Therapy in Bettendorf, Iowa. She is a strong advocate for mental health awareness. From local new stations to USA Today, she strives to educate and empower.  Alex has focused her career on challenging the scripts of those who have been told they are not enough as they are with the mission of helping people find, own and share their authentic, M.A.D. self. You can learn more about Alexandra and her mental health practice at TheMADBeyond.com and TheMADTherapy.com* * * Support the showWant more sweary goodness? There's now the availability of Premium Subscription for $3 a month! Click the "Support The Show" link and find out more info.* * *F*ck The Rules Podcast is produced by Evil Bambina Productions, LLC. You can find our podcast on Amazon Music/Podcasts, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify and many more!***Social media/podcast episodes are not intended to replace therapy with a qualified mental health professional. All posts/episodes are for educational purposes only. If you are in need of assistance for mental health services, please check with your PCP, your insurance provider or an online therapist directory for the nearest mental health professional.*****Susan Roggendorf is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Illinois and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Iowa. In addition to hosting and producing her podcast, she's running a private practice as an independent provider full-time. Susan is a National Certified Counselor through the NBCC as well as an Emergency Responder & Public Safety Certified Clinician through NERPSC. When she's not busy with all those things, Susan is usually busy annoying her adult children or gardening.

Where to begin? It's been a few weeks since you've heard from us – thank you so much for your amazing support and patience. As you may know, Hurricane Helene brought devastation to western North Carolina, eastern Tennessee, South Carolina, Georgia, and Florida. Genova Diagnostics is headquartered in the heart of Asheville, North Carolina. With that, it's been a challenging few weeks. But the heroic efforts of many, and the resilient spirit of our team have us back up and running. Genova continues to support our local community- many of whom are still struggling and have lost everything. #WNCStrong Today's episode is a bit different than usual. It's our story. Our lessons learned. Genova's story of resilience when faced with a devastating, historic hurricane. Additional Resources: Genova Connect Manna Food Bank Eblen Charities United Way Asheville Beloved Asheville Habitat for Humanity - AVL   Rural Organizing and Resilience Subscribe, Rate, & Review The Lab Report Thanks for tuning in to this week's episode of The Lab Report, presented by Genova Diagnostics, with your hosts Michael Chapman and Patti Devers. If you enjoyed this episode, please hit the subscribe button and give us a rating or leave a review. Don't forget to visit our website, like us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn. Email Patti and Michael with your most interesting and pressing questions on functional medicine: podcast@gdx.net. And, be sure to share your favorite Lab Report episodes with your friends and colleagues on social media to help others learn more about Genova and all things related to functional medicine and specialty lab testing. To find a qualified healthcare provider to connect you with Genova testing, or to access select products directly yourself, visit Genova Connect. Disclaimer: The content and information shared in The Lab Report is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in The Lab Report represent the opinions and views of Michael Chapman and Patti Devers and their guests.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Maryam Gholamrezaei, PhD, C.Psych, shares about her interviews with racially and ethnically diverse individuals who self-injure, including their responses to her question, “In your culture, what is the general response to people who engage in self-harming behaviors?” She also discusses gender differences in nonsuicidal self-injury (NSSI) among different ethnic groups and offers unique insights into how the geopolitical landscape of the Middle East may influence an individual's decision to self-harm.Learn more about Dr. Gholamrezaei on her website at https://drmaryamgholamrezaei.ca/. Below are some publications written by Dr. Gholamrezaei as well as Dr. Westers' editorial:Gholamrezaei, M., Heath, N. L., Pereira, L., De Stefano, J., & Böke, B. N. (2023). Nonsuicidal self-injury, mental health service use, and cultural perspectives among ethnically diverse university students. Canadian Journal of Community Mental Health, 42(1), 15-40.Gholamrezaei, M., De Stefano, J., & Heath, N. L. (2017). Nonsuicidal self-injury across cultures and ethnic and racial minorities: A review. International Journal of Psychology, 52(4), 316–326.Gholamrezaei, M., Heath, N., & Panaghi, L. (2016). Non-suicidal self-injury in a sample of university students in Tehran, Iran: prevalence, characteristics and risk factors. International Journal of Culture and Mental Health, 10(2), 136–149.Westers, N. J. (2024). Cultural interpretations of nonsuicidal self-injury and suicide: Insights from around the world. Clinical Child Psychology and Psychiatry, 29(4), 1231-1235.Want to have a bigger role on the podcast?:Should you or someone you know be interviewed on the podcast? We want to know! Please fill out this Google doc form, and we will be in touch with more details if it's a good fit.Want to hear your question and have it answered on the podcast? Please send an audio clip of your question (60 seconds or less) to @DocWesters on Instagram or Twitter/X, or email us at thepsychologyofselfinjury@gmail.comWant to be involved in research? Send us a message at thepsychologyofselfinjury@gmail.com and we will see if we can match you to an active study.Want to interact with us through comments and polls? You can on Spotify!Follow Dr. Westers on Instagram and Twitter/X (@DocWesters). To join ISSS, visit itriples.org and follow ISSS on Facebook and Twitter/X (@ITripleS).The Psychology of Self-Injury podcast has been rated as one of the "10 Best Self Harm Podcasts" and "20 Best Clinical Psychology Podcasts" by Feedspot  and one of the Top 100 Psychology Podcasts by Goodpods. It has also been featured in Audible's "Best Mental Health Podcasts to Defy Stigma and Begin to Heal." Goodpods Top 100 Parents Podcasts Listen now to The Psychology of Self-Injury: ExploringSelf-Harm & Mental Health podcast Goodpods Top 100 Research Podcasts Listen now to The Psychology of Self-Injury: ExploringSelf-Harm & Mental Health podcast 

Hiatus Open Admission!Women & Their Tattoos "Reclaiming My Body, Creating A Decorated Temple"Guest: Jessica MedinaOriginal air date: 01/04/2024This series has connected me with folx that are incredible humans, and Jessica is yet another individual that I loved chatting with in this episode! Wicked smart, funny, and honest about her journey, I could have talked to her for hours and hours, and you can bet I'll have her back on the podcast.PLEASE NOTE: There are a lot of topics that folx should be aware of during this episode: trauma, sexual trauma, religious trauma, self-harm, self-harm thoughts, suicide.More info about Jessica:As a skilled Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Jessica Medina (Happylilbrains) offers unique geek therapy, integrating video games into treatment. With expertise in assessing and treating neurodivergency, Jessica employs a holistic and experiential approach, prioritizing person-centered and collaborative care. She has a diverse client focus, working with children, video game creators, trauma survivors, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and those with alternative lifestylesWebsite: www.happylilbrains.com* * * Support the showWant more sweary goodness? There's now the availability of Premium Subscription for $3 a month! Click the "Support The Show" link and find out more info.* * *F*ck The Rules Podcast is produced by Evil Bambina Productions, LLC. You can find our podcast on Amazon Music/Podcasts, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify and many more!***Social media/podcast episodes are not intended to replace therapy with a qualified mental health professional. All posts/episodes are for educational purposes only. If you are in need of assistance for mental health services, please check with your PCP, your insurance provider or an online therapist directory for the nearest mental health professional.*****Susan Roggendorf is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Illinois and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Iowa. In addition to hosting and producing her podcast, she's running a private practice as an independent provider full-time. Susan is a National Certified Counselor through the NBCC as well as an Emergency Responder & Public Safety Certified Clinician through NERPSC. When she's not busy with all those things, Susan is usually busy annoying her adult children or gardening.

In this episode of the Earthkeepers podcast, host Forrest Inslee discusses the profound impact of displacement on individuals and communities, particularly in the context of refugees. He speaks with Hale Gencel, a Turkish mental health professional and artist, who utilizes art as a therapeutic tool to help displaced individuals process trauma and build resilience. The conversation explores the importance of place and identity, the role of community in healing, and the creative approaches that can foster emotional literacy and hope among those affected by displacement. Hale shares her experiences working with refugees and the development of a curriculum aimed at training community healers to support their peers. The episode emphasizes the power of art and community in navigating the challenges of displacement and the significance of rootedness in one's identity.Keywords: Türkiye, environmental care, displacement, trauma, refugees, art therapy, community healing, identity, emotional literacy, hope, earthquake, psychology, psychiatry, social work, community mental health, refugee transition country, garden, street kidsFind us on our website: Earthkeepers Support the Earthkeepers podcast Check out the Ecological Disciple

Andrea Epting, a seasoned mental health professional, shares her 19-year journey in mental health and addiction recovery. She founded Wize Mind Enterprises and the non-profit Heads Up Guidance Services, making counseling accessible through clinical volunteers. Andrea emphasizes the importance of community-based mental health services, reducing stigma, and establishing healthy routines. Her “Plan to Recover Journal” aids in mental health recovery and self-discovery. Andrea's holistic approach integrates treatment modalities, neuroscience, and spirituality. Her work, including the Lightning In A Bottle courses and Direct Impact podcast, inspires and educates on mental well-being.

Dr. Tenika Jackson is a licensed clinical psychologist, professor, community activist, and consultant specializing in multicultural community clinical issues with over 25 years of experience. She has expertise in multicultural community psychology, children and adolescents, and progressive management and has worked in New Orleans, Louisiana, Chicago, Illinois, and Los Angeles, California. Dr. Jackson has held high-level management positions, including Director for residential treatment programs for children and adolescents and Senior Director of Community Mental Health programs focused on youth. Additionally, she has overseen graduate-level psychology programs. Dr. Jackson discusses how to utilize your position as a platform to support diverse activities at your institution while advancing your career. To learn more about Tenika Jackson, visit Tenika Jackson PsyD. www.TheAcclivity.com https://www.linkedin.com/indrlorenmhill/ https://twitter.com/drlorenmhill https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCc7Pj53_iGc2M9GcZN1AgLA

In 1995, Dr. Jess Ghannam was one of two psychiatrists for the entire population of the Gaza strip. Jess's work centers around community mental health, a model that aims to deliver care at scale by integrating with the community. We talk about how Jess's own experience with intergenerational trauma as a Palestinian drew him to the mental health profession, how the Western model fails to meet global needs, and where we go from here.Note: Since October 7th, much of this work in Gaza has been destroyed. And the needs right now are much more immediate–food, water, shelter, and a ceasefire. If you have the resources, Jess recommends a donation to KinderUSA (http://www.kinderusa.org/), currently providing food support to the region.For show notes and more info about this episode, click here.Follow me on Twitter: @solarpunkcastMastodon: @solarpunkcast@spore.socialSupport the Show.

In this episode, Catherine interviews Daushae Preciado, an MSW who works in community mental health. Daushae shares her experiences and insights into the field, discussing topics such as the variety of work in community mental health, the importance of advocating for oneself in terms of salary, and the challenges of crisis intervention in a remote setting. She emphasizes the need for client-centered care and the rewarding aspects of helping clients find their voice and improve their mental health. Listen now! ____________________________________ ⁠Tap Here to Subscribe⁠ to the Social Workers, Rise! Email Resource List ⁠Tap Here⁠ to shop career courses for Social Workers. ____________________________________ Thank you to our SPONSORS ⁠RISE Directory⁠ - A national directory of Clinical Supervisors who are looking to help the next generation of Clinical Social Workers GROW. ⁠Therapist Development Center (TDC) Homepage⁠ ⁠TDC Continuing Education Courses⁠ ⁠On The Edge of Life: An Introduction to Treating Suicidality ⁠ Use the code SWRISE10 at checkout to receive 10% off --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/socialwork/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/socialwork/support

Dr. Esther Ayers, obtained a PhD in Chicano/Latino Studies at Michigan State University, is a dedicated researcher and advocate for mental health in Latinx communities. With a Master's degree in Interpersonal Practice from the University of Michigan School of Social Work. Her qualitative research focuses on Latinx experiences, Adventure Therapy, and Community Mental Health that infuses methods and theories that are culturally congruent. Esther has presented her research at  the Association of Experiential Education Symposium. Driven by a commitment to service, Esther engages in various forms of community outreach combined with being a member with Association of Experiential Education and National Association of Social Work. Esther Ayers is an influential scholar, researcher, and therapist dedicated to enhancing the well-being of Latinx communities through her interdisciplinary work. On Esther's spare time she enjoys spending time with family/friends in the outdoors, listening to music and dancing.  Useful Links Esther's MSU Spotlight Esther's Website Esther's CV Therapy for Latinx Profile

Patrick and Abby welcome politics professor Kevin Duong to discuss his research on the history of the Lafargue Clinic (1946-1958), an experiment in radical psychoanalysis aimed at providing free care to marginalized community members in the Harlem neighborhood of New York City. Bringing together American notables like Richard Wright and Ralph Ellison alongside a colorful array of expatriate European clinicians, including antifascist partisans and refugees, the clinic sought to fuse Freud's calls for “psychotherapy for the people” with a Marxist attention to the material dimensions of suffering. Duong walks Abby and Patrick through how the clinic functioned and what therapy there was like, from group analysis of children at play to evening seminars in which everyone involved with the clinic worked with a consenting patient to explore their distress. They also unpack the clinic's theoretical contributions, from the notion of “class unconsciousness” to “social neurosis,” and the implications of its work on our ideas about transference, scarcity, and abundance; the ways in which authority is constituted in both therapy and social movements; how organizing and therapy relate to the recognition of suffering and the realization of desires; the Cold War, contemporary memory, the repressed histories of radical psychoanalysis and what it would mean to “repeat with a difference”; and more. Kevin's article, “Broke Psychoanalysis: In Memory of Harlem's Lafargue Clinic” is here: https://www.parapraxismagazine.com/articles/broke-psychoanalysisHave you noticed that Freud is back? Got questions about psychoanalysis? Or maybe you've traversed the fantasy and lived to tell the tale? Leave us a voicemail! 484 775-0107 A podcast about psychoanalysis, politics, pop culture, and the ways we suffer now. New episodes on Saturdays. Follow us on social media: Linktree: https://linktr.ee/OrdinaryUnhappiness Twitter: @UnhappinessPod Instagram: @OrdinaryUnhappiness Patreon: patreon.com/OrdinaryUnhappiness Theme song: Formal Chicken - Gnossienne No. 1 https://open.spotify.com/album/2MIIYnbyLqriV3vrpUTxxO Provided by Fruits Music

In this video interview, happiness expert Dr. Gillian Mandich discusses the state of happiness in today's world. She is a scientist on a mission to help people live their happiest life. Mandich is a published researcher; two-time TEDx speaker; the founder of The International Happiness Institute of Health Science Research; and you can often find her in the media on shows such as The Social, Marilyn Denis, Breakfast Television, and The Morning Show. I use the latest evidence-based health information and science to help people live happy, healthy lives. My PhD is from Western University in Health Science, specializing in Health Promotion. I am a top-rated keynote speaker and I appear regularly as the resident Happiness Expert on The Social and Breakfast Television. I've also appeared on ABC7 New York, Global TV, CP24, CityLine, City News Toronto, Your Morning, CTV Toronto, Rogers TV, and CTV London. My academic work has been published in The Canadian Journal of Diabetes, The Journal of Sport and Exercise Psychology, The International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, The Canadian Journal of Community Mental Health, The Canadian Journal of Dietetic Practice and Research, and Health Science Inquiry. I've presented at academic conferences such as The World Diabetes Congress; International Society of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity; The 2nd, 3rd, and 4th National Obesity Summits; The Canadian Public Health Association; Canadian Diabetes Association; International Congress of Dietetics; and The Public Health in Action Symposium. My work has been published in The Huffington Post, Chatelaine, Oxygen Magazine, Clean Eating Magazine, MindBodyGreen, Inside Fitness, Sweat Equity, and STRONG Fitness Magazine. I work with brands including Reebok, CLIF Bar, and Clean Eating. I've been featured on QVC, HSN, Today's Shopping Choice, Virgin Radio, The Gazette, The Ottawa Business Journal, Alive Magazine, and The London Free Press. I've spoken at events including The CanFitPro World Fitness Expo, The Green Living Show, Women In Wellness, The Total Mom Show, The Allied Beauty Association Revel In Beauty Show, The Archangel Show, Girl Power in Play Symposium, Women Who Influence, Health Hustlers, Pint of Science, and the Strong Women Summit. Mario Toneguzzi is Managing Editor of Canada's Podcast. He has more than 40 years of experience as a daily newspaper writer, columnist, and editor. He was named in 2021 as one of the Top 10 Business Journalists in the World by PR News – the only Canadian to make the list. He was also named by RETHINK to its global list of Top Retail Experts 2024. About Us Canada's Podcast is the number one podcast in Canada for entrepreneurs and business owners. Established in 2016, the podcast network has interviewed over 600 Canadian entrepreneurs from coast-to-coast. With hosts in each province, entrepreneurs have a local and national format to tell their stories, talk about their journey and provide inspiration for anyone starting their entrepreneurial journey and well- established founders. The commitment to a grass roots approach has built a loyal audience on all our social channels and YouTube – 500,000+ lifetime YouTube views, 200,000 + audio downloads, 35,000 + average monthly social impressions, 10,000 + engaged social followers and 35,000 newsletter subscribers. Canada's Podcast is proud to provide a local, national and international presence for Canadian entrepreneurs to build their brand and tell their story #business Canada's Number One Podcast for Entrepreneurs #entrepreneurs #entrepreneurship #Happiness #MentalHealth #smallbusiness

Join Mario Espinoza-Kulick as he speaks with Frank Warren, Deputy Director of the San Luis Obispo (SLO)County Behavioral Health Department and Morgan Torell, Business Analyst with the SLOCounty Behavioral Health Department. They will discuss the new community Behavioral Health Strategic Plan, the first of its kind following the pandemic, which details goals through 2029.You are invited to listen, learn, and participate in the conversation today, Thursday, between 1-2 pm. Call in and be part of the discussion at (805) 781-3875.Broadcast date: 3/7/24Central Coast Voices is sponsored by ACTION for Healthy Communities in collaboration with KCBX.

Our #BVUnmuted podcast series continues with a focus on mental health support across our district and community.

There's only one proposition on California's March 2024 ballot, but it deals with some of the state's biggest challenges: homelessness, substance abuse, and mental health. Proposition 1, backed by Governor Gavin Newsom, is a two-part measure: It asks voters to approve nearly $6.4 billion to increase mental health and substance abuse services and build supportive housing. It also makes big changes to how existing funds are spent under the 2004 Mental Health Services Act, which imposed a 1% tax on personal incomes above $1 million. But critics say Prop. 1 would actually hurt the mentally ill by forcing people into treatment and diverting funding for local services. We'll break down the measure, and take your questions. Guests: Guy Marzorati, reporter and producer, KQED's California Politics and Government Desk Kristen Hwang, health reporter, CalMatters Clare Cortright, policy director, CalVoices Darrell Steinberg, mayor, city of Sacramento

Abby and Patrick welcome psychoanalyst and clinical social worker Brian Ngo-Smith, President of the American Association for Psychoanalysis in Clinical Social Work (AAPCSW). Focusing on his paper “This Couch Has Bed Bugs: On the Homelessness of Psychoanalysis and the Psychoanalysis of Homelessness,” they talk about psychotherapy with unhoused clients and tensions between the priorities of psychoanalysis versus social work, the desire to help, and our society's hatred of dependence. Turning to D.W. Winnicott's ideas about hate in countertransference, they explore how unacknowledged hatred by caregivers for their patients manifests not only interpersonally but also in institutional behaviors and broader social policy. They also discuss Brian's recent work on the eros of care, including a paper entitled “Porosity and Preoccupation: Queer Thoughts on Psychoanalytic Care,” which he will deliver as the Gertrude and Ernst Ticho Memorial Lecture at the National Meeting of the American Psychoanalytic Association in New York this February. Articles discussed include:D.W. Winnicott's classic essay, “Hate in the Counter-Transference,” available here: Thttps://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3330380/pdf/348.pdfBrian Ngo-Smith, “This Couch Has Bed Bugs: On the Homelessness of Psychoanalysis and the Psychoanalysis of Homelessness,” Clinical Social Work Journal 46:1, March 2018.Brian Ngo-Smith, “Porosity and Preoccupation: Queer Thoughts on Psychoanalytic Care,” to be delivered at the 2024 National Meeting of the American Psychoanalytic Association in New York on February 10th from 2-4pm. Brian's website is here: www.ngosmiththerapy.comHave you noticed that Freud is back? Got questions about psychoanalysis? Or maybe you've traversed the fantasy and lived to tell the tale? Leave us a voicemail! 484 775-0107 A podcast about psychoanalysis, politics, pop culture, and the ways we suffer now. New episodes on Saturdays. Follow us on social media:Linktree: https://linktr.ee/OrdinaryUnhappiness Twitter: @UnhappinessPod Instagram: @OrdinaryUnhappiness Patreon: patreon.com/OrdinaryUnhappiness Theme song: Formal Chicken - Gnossienne No. 1 https://open.spotify.com/album/2MIIYnbyLqriV3vrpUTxxO Provided by Fruits Music

Robyn Mehlenbeck, PhD, ABPP, is the Director of George Mason University Center for Community Mental Health. The center is the main training clinic for George Mason University doctoral candidates in clinical psychology, as well as students in other behavioral health disciplines.

Even as we move toward the middle of the 2020s, the stigma around mental health still persists. There are people all over this world working to not only combat that stigma, but also to help those in need. Join us today as we speak with one of these heroes. Tony is the Executive Director of a community mental health center and works daily with not only his team, but also members of the communities to continue to remind everyone that “wellness is wellness”. ▪ Main website for Piatt County Mental Health Center: Piatt County Mental Health Center (piattmhc.org)▪ Our Main Piatt County Mental Health FB: https://www.facebook.com/Piatt.County.Mental.Health.Center▪ 2 Recovery Support FB Pages for work in DeWitt and Piatt County (Illinois)▪ Piatt ROSC - https://www.facebook.com/PiattCountyROSC▪ DeWitt ROSC - https://www.facebook.com/DeWittROSC/• 988 Helpline: https://988lifeline.org/• IL Helpline for SUD: Illinois Helpline (helplineil.org)Editorial note: Sad Times is committed to sharing various stories from generous guests. The hope is to allow any number of stories to be shared to help people feel less alone and, perhaps, more empathetic. It is important to clarify that the guests' stories, perspectives, and sentiments do not necessarily reflect the views and beliefs of Sad Times in any way. Please note that Sad Times is in no way a substitute for medical or professional mental health support.Sad Times Website: www.sadtimespodcast.comGet your very own “Sad Schwag”: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/hysteria51/albums/253388-sad-times-podcast?ref_id=9022Follow Sad Times on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/373292146649249Follow Sad Times on Instagram: @sadtimespodcast

In this episode, Clarence sits down for a conversation with an old friend – Dr. Arthur Evans, CEO of the American Psychological Association – the leading scientific and professional psychology organization in the United States. They discuss what goes into building strong mental health strategies for city governments, as well as Dr. Evans' personal journey to public service.For more information, visit us at nlc.org.

Tzivy Reiter, is the Director, of Children and National Trauma Services, OhelShe currently directs Outpatient Mental Health Services for adults and children, School Based Services for youth, Early Childhood Mental Health and Trauma services. In that capacity, Tzivy has overseen the implementation of evidence-based practice models across programs, utilizing current research, and data driven processes to produce meaningful outcomes. Tzivy is a specialist in trauma and disaster mental health, having run Crisis Counseling Programs after 9/11 and Hurricane Sandy. She has intervened in local and national traumas including the Houston Floods, the Pittsburgh shootings and the Woolsey, CA Fires. She has led the Ohel mental health response to Covid, including the pivot to telemental health treatment, and virtual psychoeducational sessions that attracted tens of thousands of participants throughout the pandemic. She co-created a resilience workbook that was used by 10,000 children during the pandemic and was named a mental health hero during Covid by the NYC Mayor's Office of Community Mental Health. Ms. Reiter facilitated the development of trauma-informed school based resources including Return to School Covid Toolkit and a trauma sensitive schools model, Resilient Schools. Most recently, Ms. Reiter co-authored a book for preschool children, I Feel That Way and That's Okay!, and an accompanying Teacher's Guide. Raizel Keilson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. She has been working with young children for 15 years; first as a therapist and now as both a therapist and the clinical supervisor of all treatment at the Early Childhood Mental Health program at Ohel. Raizel treats early childhood PTSD, postpartum reactions, childhood anxiety, parent-child relationship challenges and divorce reactions. Raizel is trained in multiple modalities including Child Parent Psychotherapy (CPP), SPACE, Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT) Triple P. Raizel collaborated on the development of the book “I Feel that Way and That's OK' and other resilience workbooks developed by Ohel. Raizel is a proud mother of 5 children and loves to read-especially good children's books! She can often be found combining her love of reading with mothering. I Feel That Way and That's Okay Free Coloring Pages: https://www.ohelfamily.org/resources I Feel That Way and That's Okay Book https://www.amazon.com/Feel-That-Way-Thats-Okay/dp/B0B5NFDVJ3/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2XCD40C60D4T4&keywords=i+feel+that+way+and+that%27s+okay+book&qid=1683901966&sprefix=i+feel+that+way+%2Caps%2C76&sr=8-1 The Resilient Parent | Psychology Today https://www.psychologytoday.com/intl/blog/the-resilient-parent _______________________________________________________ Become a JOWMA Member! www.jowma.org  Follow us on Instagram! www.instagram.com/JOWMA_org  Follow us on Twitter! www.twitter.com/JOWMA_med  Follow us on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/JOWMAorg/ Stay up-to-date with JOWMA news! Sign up for the JOWMA newsletter! https://jowma.us6.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=9b4e9beb287874f9dc7f80289&id=ea3ef44644&mc_cid=dfb442d2a7&mc_eid=e9eee6e41e

Join host Russ Altman with guest Rania Awaad, M.D.,  a Clinical Associate Professor of Psychiatry at the Stanford University School of Medicine where she is the Director of the Stanford Muslim Mental Health & Islamic Psychology Lab.  Delve into the intersection of mental health and spirituality, shedding light on the importance of holistic approaches for comprehensive healing. Drawing from historical wisdom, Awaad introduces the concept of Maristans, ancient healing centers that integrate physical, mental, and spiritual therapies to offer a holistic model of care. As the conversation unfolds, listeners gain a deeper understanding of how these principles can be applied in modern healthcare, fostering patient-centric approaches that consider mind, body, and spirit. From addressing diverse faiths to collaboration between medical and spiritual practitioners, Awaad's insights pave the way for a future where holistic healing is at the forefront of medical practice.Chapter Timestamps:(00:00:00) IntroductionRania Awaad discusses her journey in studying the connection between Islam and mental health, including historical understandings of mental illness and treatments, such as talk therapy.(00:03:05) Special Challenges in Studying Muslim Mental HealthProfessor Awaad discusses the challenges of providing mental health care to the diverse Muslim community in the United States. The impact of immigration, intergenerational trauma, and racial diversity on mental health is highlighted. Factors like acculturation, family dynamics, and historical trauma are considered.(00:06:50) The Intersection of Faith and Mental HealthProfessor Awaad shares insights into how the Islamic faith intersects with mental health. The concept of holistic health in Islam and its implications for mental health are explained. Early Muslim scholars' references to scripture in understanding and treating mental illness are discussed.(00:13:13) Faith and Resistance to TreatmentThe conversation delves into addressing resistance to medical treatment based on religious beliefs. The concept of "spiritual bypassing" is introduced, where religious frameworks are used to explain mental health issues. Professor Awaad shares her unique approach as a dual-trained psychiatrist and theologian.(00:14:22) Transferring Knowledge to PractitionersRuss Altman inquires how to transfer Professor Awaad's insights and dual training to other practitioners. The role of her nonprofit, Maristan, in providing training and resources is highlighted. The development of integrated psychotherapy models and training is discussed.(00:17:09) Common Threads in Different FaithsThe discussion explores commonalities in mental health challenges and solutions across Abrahamic faiths. The potential for sharing insights and strategies among different religious communities is emphasized.(00:19:19) The Impact of COVID-19 on Muslim Mental HealthThe challenges faced by the Muslim community during the COVID-19 pandemic, especially during Ramadan, are discussed. Professor Awaad shares findings from a global study on Muslims' mental health perceptions during the pandemic.(00:23:00) Maristan: A Place of HealingThe nonprofit organization Maristan is introduced, and its name's historical significance is explained. The role of Maristan in integrating spirituality and mental health care is discussed, along with its goal of making mental health care more accessible to all communities. While modern languages have introduced alternative terms for hospitals, the historical terminology persists in some regions.(00:25:10) Bringing Holistic Healing to Modern MedicineRuss Altman discusses the concept of healing centers and the need to reintroduce holistic healing into modern medicine. Professor Awaad shares her vision of Maristans serving as a model for modern healthcare, emphasizing holistic care for the mind, body, and soul.(00:27:21) Maristans: A Model for Holistic HealingRuss Altman reflects on the patient's desire for holistic care and the limitations of current medical practices. Professor Awaad describes the architectural and therapeutic aspects of Maristans, highlighting their use of water fountains, greenery, acoustics, and sound therapy. The contrast between Maristans and historical asylums/prisons for the mentally ill is discussed. 

Emily Farley is a professional with 16 years of experience in the public health sector. She currently serves as the Director of Community Engagement at the Bert Nash Community Mental Health Center. Her knack lies in fostering genuine connections and effective communication.Emily was perfect for the podcast because of her ability to tell stories that connected people together. I believe that stories are a super power, and if you know how to properly tell a story, then you can create community, connection, and wonder.In this episode, you can expect to hear: how to ask questions with empathyhow to create an environment where people feel comfortable enough to be vulnerablethe art of graciously presenting other peoples' storieshow to navigate work and personal identity (& if they should even be separate)why leadership can feel burdensome and how to respondmethods to make you a better listener (and care more about people)and what book we would write if we had the chanceShe is an alumna of the Leadership Lawrence class of 2019 and an active member of the 2023 class of Kansas Emerging Leaders. When not driving her professional pursuits, Emily embraces the busyness of life with her two children, two beagles, and her supportive husband.Think about a great story someone recently told you. Bottle it up, and then challenge yourself to share it to someone else and pass it on. The Talk to People Podcast is a resource for personal development and building meaningful relationships. In a world grappling with the loneliness epidemic and friendship recession, we are here to guide you on a transformative journey towards  cultivating a thriving social circle and better understanding human psychology. With different guests, we explore the art of building relationships and mastering communication skills, providing you with actionable tips to become a better communicator. Through insightful conversations and fun solo episodes, we uncover the secrets to making friends and overcoming loneliness. Listen to feel better approaching conversations with confidence, even with strangers. Discover the power of asking better questions and gain valuable insights into how to navigate social interactions with ease. Through our storytelling episodes, we invite you to share your experiences and connect with our community. Together, we aim to overcome social isolation and create a supportive network of individuals seeking genuine connections. Tune in and embark on a journey of connection.An easy way to send me a message? Click the link here.Have you enjoyed the podcast? If so, follow it, rate it, and share it with three people: Follow on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Follow on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube If you want to share feedback, have a great idea, or have a question then email me: talktopeoplepodcast@gmail.comProduced by Capture Connection Studios: captureconnectionstudios.com

Briana Daniels is the Nursing Supervisor for the Spokane Regional Stabilization Center, a Crisis Center operated by Pioneer Human Services. She is here to tell us how her program follows through with mental health treatment for those at need, and as a diversion program to help those at risk for criminal justice involvement.  Participate in The Broken Brain Annual Overdose awareness LIVE broadcast August 31! Follow the socials for more details: www.facebook.com/breakabrain IG: @brainiacsahoy Twitter: @breakabrain

In this episode, we interview Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist Kate Pieper. Kate has been in professional practice for over 30 years and currently only see first responders and their families. She is the former Coordinator for the Northern California Trauma Response Network, is a part of the Sacramento EMDR Regional Network Leadership, and volunteers as an EMDR therapist for the West Coast Post Trauma Retreat for first responders.  She provides Critical Incident Stress Debriefing at incidents in Northern California, most recently the Camp Fire, CHP incidents and CalFire incidents. She is an adjunct professor for a local graduate school, teaching “Crisis Trauma, and Community Mental Health.” Kate is an EMDRIA Approved Consultant who provides consultation and training for other therapists to use EMDR with their clients.  Kate has provided departmental resiliency training to Cal Fire, CHP, Bakersfield Police Department, San Jose Police Department and the California District Attorney's Association, as well as other agencies. In addition to discussing her professional life, Kate discusses her childhood trauma, as well as her own suicide attempt. Kate discusses the difficulty she had in her marriage, as well as many medical issues that arose in her family.  She recalls the difficulties she has encountered with various clients, including suicide attempts, stalking and death threats. Kate is currently in private practice in Auburn, California and accepts Magellan, Blue Shield, Optum, and Anthem Blue Cross insurance plans. She also offers EMDR Intensives and individual cash rates for all first responders.

Ask yourself this question:  WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO ON PURPOSE?  In this episode we have the pleasure of having Samiyrah Bennett, LCSW as a guest to talk more about her book, mental health awareness and what it means to intentionally mind the business of me!  In this episode, Samiyrah shares techniques and drops gems to help others cope and work through their mental health.  PICK UP YOUR COPY TODAY OF HER BOOKIntentionally Minding the Business of Me: 10 strategies to help build a mindset that leads to the most favorite version of youAVAILABLE OF AMAZONFOLLOW SAMIYRAH ON INSTAGRAMSamiyrah Bennett is an author, clinical social worker and licensed psychotherapist in the states of New York and New Jersey. With almost 20 years experience in the mental health field, Samiyrah serves as a mental health clinician, chief wellness expert, educator and speaker. As a well-informed provider, she provides useful strategies to assist her clients decrease anxiety, self-doubt and self-defeating thoughts while increasing a sense of empowerment, self-confidence and execution of goals.She's a change agent that is dedicated to honor and enrich the lives of individuals who chose to live life intentionally.Samiyrah's mission is accomplished through individual, couple, group coaching work and wellness seminars while providing safe spaces. She is determined to help people tap into their inner selves and learn coping skills that allow them to Live on Purpose while promoting mental health and wellness.Whether virtual or in person, when it comes to making impact, Samiyrah has a unique and dynamic way of providing psychoeducation, coping skill sets and encouragement all while being relatable. A sought-after speaker, she has been invited to speak for local organizations such as, the New York State Senator office, an array of podcasts, local hospitals and several businesses. As an award-winning community worker, she has been recognized by the Westchester Department of Community Mental Health for outstanding services as a Westchester County Network Affiliate.Samiyrah's expertise range from mental health, managing anxiety, reducing depressive symptoms, developing confidence, trauma-informed care, reducing ambivalence, prioritizing self and women issues. With a personal goal to provide a motivational atmosphere to everyone in receipt of services, Samiyrah is dedicated to have individuals develop desire to improve the value and quality of their lives.Samiyrah not only shows up for her audiences but she teaches them practical skills so they can show up for themselves.Follow US IG: https://www.instagram.com/highlymelanatedpodcast Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/H_MelanatedPod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb2VbyoW6KaMxQo5onYluXAIF YOU WANT TO BE A GUEST OR KNOW SOMEONE WHO WOULD BE A GREAT CHOICE, HIT US UP!!!FEEL FREE TO EMAIL US @highlymelanatedpodcast@gmail.com

In this episode, Roy has a discussion with Bill Stewart! We get into the origins of Bill's herpetoculture journey, the many hats he wears within the trade, the benefits and implications of herpetoculture for mental health, neurodiversity in the community, and much more. Have a listen! And please like, subscribe, and share this episode, if you feel so inclined. To offer direct support to the show, please consider subscribing to our Patreon (https://patreon.com/projectherpetoculture) and have a look at our generous sponsors! CONTENT WARNING – this episode does briefly make mention of animal harm, self harm, and suicide – it's nothing extreme or explicit, but worth noting given the sensitivity of the subjects. LINKS FROM THE EPISODE: Follow Bill on Instagram: @wpsreptiles WPS Reptiles on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wpsreptiles/ WPS Reptiles on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wpsreptiles?lang=en Follow Badgerland Reptile Rescue on Instagram: @badgerlandrescue Badgerland Reptile Rescue on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/badgerlandreptilerescue/ Badgerland Reptile Rescue Website: https://badgerlandrescue.com Merch: https://www.projectherp.com/shop Our Sponsors: CHECK OUT Custom Reptile Habitats CLICK HERE Cold Blooded Caffeine (apply the code ‘projectherp' for 10% off): https://coldbloodedcaffeine.com/?ref=PH Tortoise Supply: https://www.tortoisesupply.com Reptile Rocks: https://www.superuro.com Redline Shipping: https://www.redlineshipping.com Support, Subscribe  & Follow: Support us on Patreon: patreon.com/projectherpetoculture Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@projectherpetoculture4860 Follow P : H on Instagram: @projectherpetoculture Follow Phil on Instagram: @aridsonly Follow Roy on Instagram: @wellspringherp 

Dr. Amy Barhnorst, Associate Professor of Psychiatry and Vice Chair for Community Mental Health at U C Davis,  explains various ways to characterize violence, violence prevention strategies, best practices for documentation, firearms, and more.For more: https://www.bulletpointsproject.org/

Hello, and welcome to episode 37 of  The JOY Factor Podcast! My guest today is Safriana Degroat and we're chatting about considerations around safely using medical cannabis, According to the National Conference of State Legislators,  “As of Feb. 3, 2022, 37 states, three territories and the District of Columbia allow the medical use of cannabis products.”  Despite the rapidly increasing availability of medical marijuana there are too few settings where patients can have open conversations with their healthcare providers  about their needs, concerns and experiences using cannabis. Too often people feel shame or judgement about their medical cannabis use and oftentimes doctors and therapists are ill-equiped or uninformed of how best to provide trauma informed care. Our conversation today will give you safety guidelines to consider and a way to explore best practices for use.  Bio Through her own personal healing journey, Safrianna embraced her passion for creating a world where all people can be “freely themselves”. She has a Masters in Community Mental Health and is a licensed professional therapist. In 2020, she founded her company, Luna Counseling & Creative Services, LLC, promoting wellness through therapy, education, and professional coaching. She recently launched Living LUNA with her wife, Ikenna. Living LUNA is a podcast and digital community that affirms the worth of all people, acknowledging the right for everyone to live life unashamed, full of love and authenticity.  What does the phrase joy factor mean to you? Safi's joy factor = “making empowered choices again and again.” What you do now influences your future enjoyment.  A question she lives by: Am I enjoying myself right now? Remember, we have the power to take actions that do or don't align with the ones that do. What We'll Learn Safriana Degroat is not a medical doctor. Before trying any cannabis consult your doctor and DO NOT consume cannabis that has not been prescribed to you. Avoid purchasing cannabis off the street and keep all medical marijuana in a locked container out of reach of children or pets. Medical Cannabis- how safe or dangerous is it? Without proper medical guidance cannabis has a high potential to be abused or become addictive. Safi shared her framework for safely exploring correct strains and doses once you have been approved for a medical marijuana card. Remember the acronym RIDER Research- Do this for anything you ingest. What impact might it have on us if we have other medical issues or conditions? Ask your doctor. Research the strains ahead of time. Ask: What's the turpine breakdown? Intention- Understanding why you are trying to use cannabis in the first place. Get honest, be specific. What symptoms are you needing help treating? What other healing modalities are part of your plan? Remember, cannabis is not a stand alone treatment. Documentation- Document your cannabis use if you want to fine tune what works best for your needs. Is it for pain, focus, writing? Safi uses different strains for specific reasons. Document how you were impacted when you use a specific strain.  Experimentation- Find what works for us personally, and keep your dosing as small as possible.  Repetition- Repeat the results, journal, look at dominant terpenes.  Tips from Safi: Be informed. Know the dosages and chemical compositions and don't overdo it.  Take as little as you can get away with and consult with your healthcare provider for ongoing guidance and support.  Find other people you can trust to discuss, compare and learn for mutual benefit.   For younger brains it's not as good of a fit. If you are 24 or younger, this should not be a main part of your care plan. How has medical marijuana affected her? “It's made me a more joyful person.” Cannabis and spiritual work have helped her healing from PTSD progress because she has found it easier to relax and integrate what she was learning and experiencing.   “I dance more. I enjoy more. “ -Important Health Information- From the website Cannabis Conversations  What are the signs of cannabis use disorder? Cannabis use disorder is the medical diagnosis for problematic cannabis use. Cannabis use is problematic when it begins to impact an individual's life. Some common signs of cannabis use disorder include: Using more cannabis than intended Trying but failing to stop using cannabis when you want to Spending a lot of time using cannabis Craving cannabis Using cannabis even when it causes problems at home, at school, or at work Continuing to use cannabis despite social, relationship, or school-related problems Giving up important activities with family or friends in favor of using cannabis Using cannabis in high-risk situations, like while driving a car Continuing to use cannabis despite physical or psychological problems Needing to use more cannabis to get the same high Experiencing withdrawal symptoms when stopping use of cannabis If you keep cannabis and cannabis products at your home, they should be stored safely, locked up, and out of reach of children and pets. Accidentally consuming edibles is a risk for children and pets that can result in cannabis toxicity or the need for emergency medical attention. If there is an accidental exposure to cannabis or cannabis products of any kind — call Poison Control Center (800) 222-1222 or visit your Emergency Room if needed.  Motivational Figure, Quote something guiding light-  “I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” - Maya Angelou What matters most in life is our peace and us radiating that peace out to others. Make more energy for our peace and then make others feel that peace. Resources Mentioned Leafly- Research new strains.  Greenhealth Docs- telehealth appointments with  High Yoga- Strains to use for different yoga poses. I know why the Caged Bird Sings Other Useful Information For Safe Dosing, Warnings and Guidelines.  Important Information and Warnings about Medical Cannabis Before you start, talk with your doctor and therapist to create a medical marijuana care team. Startlow, go slow, stay low:  Start low- Studies show that beyond 20-40 mg/day for THC and 50-100 mg/day for CBD, there are no additional benefits from a higher dose for most patients.  Go slow- increase your intake very slowly, and try to stay as low as possible with amount consumed. Edibles can be dangerous because they are slower to digest. Use caution and wait at least 2 hours before taking another dose.  Always, err on the side of caution. People at an  increased risk of harm if they use medical cannabis include those who are:  Children, adolescents, young adults 18-25  Pregnant or breastfeeding At increased risk of addiction or dependence Affected by serious mental health conditions such as schizophrenia Diagnosed with heart or liver disease Do not operate heavy machinery or vehicles while using medical cannabis. Keep all medical cannabis stored in a locked container safely out of reach of children and pets.  Do not give away, trade or sell medical cannabis to others. Follow all applicable laws for the state you are in or are a resident of.   Reach Safi https://www.safrianna.com/420friendly Safi's main hub is Discord- instant messaging Living Luna Discord Community- social hub, hangout and uplift each other-Authentic Connection She has a podcast- Living Luna talking about authenticity, marginalization, inviting other voices  Launched a Patreon- Glad to receive financial support for people who believe in our mission. www.safriana.com free resources- cannabis journal Rise Program- Resilience, Integration, Self Empowerment-  Building Blocks, Quick, Easy, Low Cost, High Impact Thank you for Listening It is a true honor to bring this podcast to you and I am so grateful that you took the time to listen.  Your support truly matters. If you feel led to offer a donation to keep our podcast running you can contribute here. If you enjoyed the show, please share it with your friends and family. The JOY Factor Podcast  Do you have a second to complete this brief listener survey? It helps our show track who is listening so we can create topics of interest to you!  http://survey.libsyn.com/thejoyfactorpodcast