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Modern dating advice that trains women to manage men instead of trust themselves and this explains why so many smart, emotionally aware women end up anxious, exhausted, and disconnected from their own intuition. When dating guidance asks you to stay chill, wait longer, or twist yourself into something more acceptable, the problem is not you. It is the system you were taught to follow. This conversation flips the framework back where it belongs. What if your discomfort is clarity? What if your needs are not something to tone down but something to lead with? Hilary breaks down why passivity, performance, and patience keep women stuck and replaces them with self-trust, clear standards, and emotional self-respect. Dating gets simpler when you stop outsourcing your judgment and start paying attention to how a relationship actually feels. This episode is for women who are done shrinking, waiting, or earning love. When you choose yourself early and consistently, confusion fades and calm takes its place. Love stops feeling like a struggle and starts feeling aligned. Episode Highlights: Why so much dating advice teaches women to focus on men instead of themselves How staying chill and waiting longer fuels anxiety and self-abandonment Reframing your needs as essential information, not problems Why impact matters more than explanations or potential What shifts when you stop earning love and start choosing yourself Episode Breakdown: 00:00 The Problem with Traditional Dating Advice 01:51 Five Worst Pieces of Dating Advice 09:51 Five Empowering Principles for Dating 17:51 Choosing Yourself for Real Love ✨ I'm Hilary Silver, LCSW, former psychotherapist turned master coach and founder of Ready for Love. I help high-achieving women show up in love as confidently as they do in their careers.

Chelsey Winegar, LCSW, MBA, Intermountain Health, Murray, UT Recorded on January 8, 2026 Chelsey Winegar, LCSW, MBA Manager of Oncology Services Intermountain Health Murray, UT Join Chelsey Winegar, LCSW and Manager of Oncology Services at Intermountain Health in Murray, UT, as she breaks down the key differences between burnout and compassion fatigue, and why understanding both is essential for the well being of healthcare professionals and the patients they serve. Chelsey shares practical strategies for recognizing early warning signs, monitoring staff wellness, and building supportive, stigma free environments. The episode also highlights resources and education to help clinicians maintain resilience in demanding clinical settings. Listen in to learn more today! Mentioned on this episode: Trauma Stewardship Additional Blood Cancer United Resources: Blood Cancer United Accredited and Non-Accredited Healthcare Professional Education Blood Cancer United Resources for Patients

David Smith spent years working as a therapist specializing in neurodiversity-affirming care, but it wasn't until age 56, prompted by his wife and his own clients, that he sought his own autism diagnosis. That confirmation fundamentally shifted his clinical approach from that of a white-coated expert to a fellow traveler, deepening the way he accompanies families through unmapped territory. Today, Emily and David discuss the delicate balance between professional curiosity and humility, and why traditional therapeutic models often fail to support the fragile nervous systems of neurodivergent clients. They talk about the nuances of demand avoidance, specifically the high-masking, internalized presentation that often looks like perfectionism, and why "connection before correction" is a neurological necessity, not just a catchy phrase. TAKEAWAYS Effective therapy for neurodivergent clients often requires shifting away from the traditional expert hierarchy. The neurodivergent brain is a "complicated, custom-made car with no user's manual." For neurodivergent nervous systems, stress isn't just negative trauma; it includes any destabilizing experience, including excitement and joy. While we often associate PDA with external defiance, the internalized profile often manifests as high-achieving perfectionism. Rewards and consequences often backfire with neurodivergent children because they increase anxiety. It's ineffective to offer a correction to a child until you have connected with them. There is a massive overlap between complex trauma and neurodivergence. A late diagnosis doesn't instantly fix struggles; it initiates a complex grieving and reframing process. Join our live CE training, Adapting Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for Autistic and ADHD Pediatric Clients, Friday morning, January 23, at 10:30 eastern/7:30 pacific, or get the recorded version anytime after. Get signed up or learn more here. David Smith, LCSW is a late-diagnosed autistic therapist and licensed clinical social worker specializing in neurodiversity-affirming care for autistic and otherwise neurodivergent individuals and their families. Practicing since 2017, David opened his private telehealth practice in 2023 and now serves clients across five states from his home in southern Oregon. In addition to therapy, he offers consultation, writing, education, and advocacy to expand access to effective, affirming support for the neurodivergent community. Diagnosed with autism in 2024 at age 56 (thanks in part to gentle nudges from his wife and clients) David continues to explore how his autistic identity shapes both his personal and professional life. His work is deeply rooted in curiosity, humility, and a commitment to learning from his clients and the broader neurodivergent community. He is also a devoted listener of this and other neurodivergence-focused podcasts. David lives with his wife, a fellow therapist originally from Peru, and is the proud father of three sons. BACKGROUND READING David's website, LinkedIn, authored articles The Neurodiversity Podcast is on Facebook, Instagram, BlueSky, and you're invited to join our Facebook Group. For more information go to www.NeurodiversityPodcast.com. If you'd like members of your organization, school district, or company to know more about the subjects discussed on our podcast, Emily Kircher-Morris provides keynote addresses, workshops, and training sessions worldwide, in-person or virtually. You can choose from a list of established presentations, or work with Emily to develop a custom talk to fit your unique situation. To learn more, visit our website.

Today I welcome David Politi, Bruce Hersey, and Joanne Twombly on the podcast to talk about their new book, IFS-Informed EMDR: Creative and Collaborative Appraoches. We talk about why this book is needed, what it took to bring together more than 20 contributors, and why integrating these models can create more options, more flexibility, and more hope for clients.  We talk about: Bringing together 21 contributors and creating a true community project Why integration can help when clients get stuck in one modality The idea that there is a natural, underlying healing process beyond any single model  Coping skills, resourcing, and the diverging views on when and how to use them  Joanne's "fire drill" and using IFS to work with therapist countertransference  Why strong foundational training in both IFS and EMDR matters before integrating them  The belief that there is no "perfect model," and that relationship and Self Energy matter most  There's a lot of heart here, a lot of theory, and a lot of love for clients, the field, and each other. I'm excited for you to listen, and be sure to catch my extended interview with them over on Substack. About the Guests Bruce Hersey, LCSW is widely recognized for his work integrating EMDR and IFS. Together with Michelle Richardson, he created the Syzygy Institute, which offers training and certification in IIE. Bruce is an Approved Consultant in EMDR and an IFS Approved Clinical Consultant, providing individual and group IFS and IIE consultation. He has led numerous IFS workshops and presented at the IFS International Conference, as well as EMDRIA and international EMDR conferences.  www.syzygyinstitute.com, www.brucehersey.com, and www.emdrifs.com. David Polidi, LICSW, M.Ed. is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and a Certified EMDR Consultant in Training, and has also been trained in IFS. He has worked with children and families since 2000 and has been in private practice for the past five years. David developed and facilitates the online couples workshop Deepen the Conversation, and hosts the podcast Empowered Through Compassion, where he speaks with innovators in psychology about integrating EMDR, IFS, and other trauma-healing approaches. www.empoweredthroughcompassion.com. Joanne H. Twombly, LICSW is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with over thirty years of experience working with Complex PTSD and Dissociative Disorders. She is a Certified EMDR Consultant and an IFS Certified Therapist. Joanne is a Trauma and Recovery Humanitarian Assistance Program Facilitator and a Clinical Hypnosis Consultant. She is the past president of the New England Society for the Study of Trauma and Dissociation and has received a Distinguished Achievement Award from the International Society for the Study of Trauma and Dissociation, where she is also an ISSTD Fellow. Joanne recently published Trauma and Dissociation Informed Internal Family Systems: How to Successfully Treat Complex PTSD and Dissociative Disorders. www.joannetwombly.net. About The One Inside I started this podcast to help spread IFS out into the world and make the model more accessible to everyone. Seven years later, that's still at the heart of all we do.  Join The One Inside Substack community for bonus conversations, extended interviews, meditations, and more. Find Self-Led merch at The One Inside store. Listen to episodes and watch clips on YouTube. Follow me on Instagram @ifstammy or on Facebook at The One Inside with Tammy Sollenberger. I co-create The One Inside with Jeff Schrum, a Level 2 IFS practitioner and coach. Resources New to IFS? My book, The One Inside: Thirty Days to Your Authentic Self, is a great place to start. Want a free meditation? Sign up for my email list and get "Get to Know a Should Part" right away. Sponsorship Want to sponsor an episode of The One Inside? Email Tammy. 

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Are you tired of the constant battles with your teen over screen time—wondering why they just won't put the phone down?In this eye-opening episode, Tess Connolly, LCSW, explains how your teen's addiction to scrolling isn't laziness or defiance—it's neurological manipulation. Discover why those endless TikToks are more powerful than your rules, and what you can do about it, especially as a single parent.You'll understand the brain science behind your teen's obsession with their phone—and why nagging won't help.You'll learn the top 5 signs their screen time has crossed the line from habit to addiction.You'll get Tess's 5-step Connection Over Control reset framework to rebuild trust and reduce conflict in your home.If you're ready to stop yelling and start reconnecting with your teen, hit play now and learn the practical reset tools you need today.⭐Got screen time problems at home, get the Tech Reset Agreement here

Through purpose-driven, self-honoring choices, we can reclaim our autonomy and replace old love addiction patterns with the self-love we truly crave and deserve. Empowering ourselves with the gift of a solid foundation, we build a life that's defined by our own rules, not someone else's. To unsheath the sword that slays people-pleasing and love addiction patterns, Harvesting Happiness Podcast Host Lisa Cypers Kamen speaks with Britt Frank, a clinician, speaker, and trauma specialist, and the author of The Science of Stuck. Britt describes a powerful approach to taming the inner critic and ending the cycle of people-pleasing. She shares strategies from her corporate work to describe the purpose-driven process of gaining authentic leadership over doubt about our self-worth. Like what you're hearing? WANT MORE SOUND IDEAS FOR DEEPER THINKING? Check out More Mental Fitness by Harvesting Happiness bonus content available exclusively on https://harvestinghappiness.substack.com/ and https://medium.com/@HarvestingHappiness.

Main PointsBurnout seems to be a trending word, so what do we do? It's not about working harder. In this episode I share:Why you SHOULDN'T be doing a lot in 1 day (it takes ~ 23 minutes to refocus)Why “doing nothing” is actually how clarity forms (there's science behind it)Why and how over-availability becomes a survival skill especially for womenMy results of when I stopped designing my life around “urgency”Resources Mentioned:Episode 110: How EMDR Therapy HEALED Me (& why you might need it too) with Jennifer Oh, LCSW. Listen on Apple, Spotify or YouTubeWhere We Can Connect:Schedule a Business & Career Review call with me to see if it's a good fit to work together: elainelou.com/callCheck out our 300+ reviews on Google | LinkedIn | Youtube | WebsiteFollow the Podcast on AppleFollow the Podcast on SpotifyFollow Elaine on Instagram: @elainelou_Connect with Elaine on LinkedIn: Elaine Lou CartasCheck out our other podcasts for Women of Color

In this episode of It's All Your Fault, host Megan Hunter interviews Amanda Smith, LCSW, about her groundbreaking new book on self-compassion and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills for people who have borderline personality disorder traits. The discussion explores how incorporating self-compassion into treatment can enhance recovery and improve outcomes.Understanding Self-Compassion in BPD TreatmentThe conversation delves into how self-compassion serves as a vital but often overlooked component in treating borderline personality disorder traits. Amanda Smith draws on 19 years of clinical experience to explain why traditional confrontational approaches often backfire, while self-compassion can help reduce self-destructive behaviors and improve emotional regulation.Research shows that increased self-compassion correlates with better mental health outcomes, healthier relationships, and reduced anxiety and depression. This episode examines how these findings specifically apply to people working to manage borderline personality disorder traits.Questions We Answer in This EpisodeHow has treatment for borderline personality disorder evolved over the past 20 years?What role does self-compassion play in DBT skills training?How can family members support loved ones who cannot access immediate treatment?When should boundaries and limits be introduced in treatment?How does self-compassion affect recovery outcomes?Key TakeawaysSelf-compassion can serve as a replacement skill for self-destructive behaviorsDBT skills can be learned and practiced by family members to support loved onesTreatment approaches work best when starting with validation before introducing structureRecovery is possible with appropriate evidence-based treatmentEarly intervention, even before age 18, can be beneficial when approached appropriatelyThe episode provides hope and practical guidance for anyone impacted by borderline personality disorder traits, while highlighting the importance of combining clinical skill development with self-compassion practices. Listeners will gain insights into both professional and personal approaches to supporting recovery.Additional ResourcesWatch this episode on YouTube!Expert Publications by Amanda L. SmithThe Self-Compassion Workbook for BPDThe Dialectical Behavior Therapy Wellness Planner: 365 Days of Healthy Living for Your Body, Mind, and SpiritThe Borderline Personality Disorder Wellness Planner for Families: 52 Weeks of Hope, Inspiration, and Mindful Ideas for Greater Peace and HappinessExpert PublicationsSLIC Solutions for Conflict: Setting Limits & Imposing Consequences in 2 1/2 StepsProfessional & Personal DevelopmentAmanda Smith's Family DBT courseHCI's courses:Conflict Influencer® - for co-parents (new classes starting January 2026)Conflict Influencer® - for famlies (new classes starting January 2026)High-Conflict Law Certification - for legal professionalsConnect With UsVisit High Conflict Institute: highconflictinstitute.comSubmit questions for Bill and MeganBrowse our complete collection of books and resources in our online store—available in print and e-book formatsFind these show notes and all past episode notes on our websiteImportant NoticeOur discussions focus on behavioral patterns rather than diagnoses. For specific legal or therapeutic guidance, please consult qualified professionals in your area. (00:00) - Welcome to It's All Your Fault (00:46) - Meet Amanda Smith (03:34) - Creating a Life Worth Living (06:03) - Progression Over Time (09:45) - Other Terms (11:54) - Lack of Awareness (13:30) - Addressing with DBT (14:50) - Exceptions and Causes (16:11) - Giving Hope (17:55) - Age Groups (19:51) - When They Can't Get Into Treatment (24:37) - Boundaries and Limits (28:32) - Amanda's New Book (31:57) - Compassion for Self (37:11) - Trying the Opposite (41:59) - The Book (43:32) - Wrap Up

Scrupulosity can feel terrifying — especially when OCD and anxiety latch onto God, faith, salvation, or religious beliefs.In this episode of The Restored Minds Show, licensed therapist Matt Codde, LCSW explains what scrupulosity really is, why it has nothing to do with a lack of faith, and what actually allows people to recover.If you're constantly doubting your salvation, fearing you've committed an unforgivable sin, or feeling trapped in religious fear loops, this episode will help you understand what's happening beneath the surface — and why trying harder spiritually often makes it worse.Rather than treating scrupulosity as a faith problem, Matt explains why it's a fear-based nervous system issue — and how shifting your internal state, not seeking certainty, is the path to healing.

In this episode, I sit down with Cassidy DuHadway, author of "Becoming Me," to talk about religious trauma as complex trauma. We dig into how growing up in systems that demand you not be yourself creates deep attachment wounds, shame spirals, and an outsourcing of your internal knowing.Cassidy breaks down what religious trauma actually is, how it shows up in adult relationships, and why leaving or deconstructing your faith creates such profound grief and identity loss. We talk about the cost of purity culture, the weight of intergenerational patterns, and what it takes to rebuild when everything you knew gets questioned.This conversation is for anyone who's felt the quiet pressure to conform, who's carried shame that never quite made sense, or who's grieving what could have been if they'd had different choices earlier in life.About Cassidy DuHadway: Cassidy DuHadway, LCSW, is a trauma therapist, EMDR Approved Trainer, and author of "Becoming Me: Unraveling and Healing the Sacred Wounds of Religious Trauma." She specializes in complex trauma and emotional neglect and is the CEO of Purple Sky Counseling in Utah.Connect with Cassidy:Follow Cassidy on Instagram: @therapywithcassidyCheck out her website: cassidyduhadway.comPurchase her book: "Becoming Me: Unraveling and Healing The Sacred Wounds of Religious TraumaLearn more about her Utah therapy practice and work with her team: Purple Sky CounselingThanks for listening to The Complex Trauma Podcast! Be sure to follow, share and give us a review on your favorite podcast platform. Follow on Instagram: @sarahherstichlcsw Follow on TikTok: @sarahherstichlcsw Learn more about EMDR & trauma therapy in Pennsylvania with Reclaim Therapy This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as a substitute for professional medical, psychological, or nutritional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Remember, I'm a therapist, but I'm not your therapist. Nothing in this podcast is meant to replace actual therapy or treatment. If you're in crisis or things feel really unsafe right now, please reach out to someone. You can call 988 for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, text them, or head to your nearest ER. The views expressed by the host and guests are their own and do not represent the opinions of any organizations or institutions. Reliance on any information provided by this podcast is solely at your own risk.

Cancer survivorship isn't about “going back to normal.” It's about rebuilding—on purpose. In this episode of Patient From Hell, host Samira Daswani sits down with Harriet Cabelly, LCSW, a grief therapist and cancer thriver, for a grounded, surprisingly funny, deeply useful conversation on what happens during treatment and in the long tail of survivorship—including fear of recurrence (“scanxiety”), meaning-making, resilience, and the emotional support patients don't get nearly enough of.Harriet shares the moment she was told she had a mass on multiple organs—and her first response: “Put me in hospice.” From there, we unpack how hope returned, why Viktor Frankl's work matters in cancer care, and practical mindset tools that help patients and caregivers survive the day-to-day without spiraling into the “20-year forecast.If you're newly diagnosed, supporting someone you love, or treating patients clinically, this episode delivers real coping skills—without toxic positivity.Chapters / Timestamps00:00 — “If you have to go through hell, don't come out empty-handed”01:09 — Harriet's diagnosis: Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma (large B-cell) and the ER moment02:45 — “Put me in hospice”: the shock + numbness after the scan04:41 — How hope returned (faith, timing, and a “flipped verdict”)07:44 — Why faith and religion can matter in the patient experience09:03 — “Miracles” during treatment: staying ahead of nausea + the “Vomit Miracle”11:25 — “Miracle of tolerance”: handling meds when you've always had a sensitive system12:55 — Life before diagnosis: ballroom dancing, family, hiking, private practice14:56 — Viktor Frankl + Man's Search for Meaning: choosing attitude, choosing response18:44 — Positive psychology: building strengths, not denying reality19:50 — Resilience as a muscle (and how to train it)20:33 — Gratitude, “WWW: What's Working Well,” and the donut-hole metaphor23:05 — The “Power of AND”: holding darkness + light at the same time26:50 — Shrinking time: one hour, one day, one cycle at a time29:59 — Fear of recurrence + “scanxiety”: what helps, what gets easier with time33:51 — Rebuilding after cancer: nutrition, fasting windows, exercise, sugar reduction, circadian walks35:35 — Mind-body connection + journaling (without pretending it's all “in your head”)37:13 — Rapid-fire advice: newly diagnosed, survivorship, long-term treatment, clinicians, pharma43:10 — Favorite quotes + choosing to “make the best of what happens”44:00 — Medical disclaimerAbout the GuestHarriet Cabelly, LCSW is a grief counselor, therapist, speaker, and author dedicated to helping people navigate loss, life transitions, and rebuilding meaning after trauma. A cancer thriver herself, Harriet blends clinical tools with lived experience to help patients and caregivers reclaim purpose, joy, and resilience.Book: Light Through Darkness: Miracles Along My Cancer JourneyReferenced: Viktor Frankl — Man's Search for MeaningManta Cares: mantacares.com Subscribe to Patient From Hell for evidence-based cancer-care insight, survivorship tools, and the conversations patients wish they'd had sooner.Disclaimer: This podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider.

Not all eating disorder behaviors feel distressing. For many neurodivergent people, certain eating patterns can feel calming, organizing, or regulating rather than intrusive or unwanted. This solo episode explores the often misunderstood difference between egosyntonic and egodystonic eating disorder behaviors, with a specific focus on neurodivergent experiences. Dr. Marianne Miller breaks down why distress is not a reliable indicator of risk, how soothing routines can still create long-term concerns, and how clinicians and individuals can assess eating behaviors without pathologizing neurodivergence. This conversation centers nuance, consent, and nervous system safety rather than urgency or moral judgment. What Does Egosyntonic vs Egodystonic Mean in Eating Disorders? Egodystonic eating disorder behaviors feel unwanted and distressing. They often clash with a person's values or sense of self and can feel out of control. Egosyntonic behaviors, on the other hand, feel aligned with the self. They may feel logical, helpful, or necessary, even when others express concern. This episode explains why egosyntonic does not mean harmless and why egodystonic does not automatically mean more severe. These terms describe internal experience, not medical or nutritional risk. Neurodivergence, Regulation, and Eating Disorder Behaviors Neurodivergent nervous systems often rely on structure, predictability, and repetition for regulation. Food routines, sameness, timing, or tracking can reduce sensory overload and cognitive demand. What feels regulating internally may look concerning externally. Dr. Marianne explores how clinicians and loved ones often misread neurodivergent regulation as pathology, or dismiss concern when distress is absent. This section highlights why both reactions miss the full picture. Why Distress Is Not a Reliable Marker of Risk Many eating disorder assessments rely too heavily on visible distress. This episode explains why distress can fluctuate and why the absence of distress does not equal safety. Neurodivergent people may feel calm and regulated even as food variety narrows, rigidity increases, or nourishment decreases. The episode emphasizes the importance of looking beyond how a behavior feels in the moment and instead examining how it shapes health, flexibility, and daily life over time. Where Is the Line Between Regulation and Harm? This episode directly addresses the question many people ask but rarely get answered clearly. The line is not about whether a behavior feels soothing. It is not about motivation or readiness for change. It is about what the behavior requires and what it takes away over time. Dr. Marianne outlines how to evaluate eating behaviors through function, sustainability, and long-term consequences without shaming, coercion, or urgency. A Neurodivergent-Affirming Approach to Care This conversation is not about taking away coping strategies or forcing change. Removing regulation without replacement can destabilize neurodivergent people and increase risk. Instead, this episode discusses how to preserve safety while reducing long-term harm through added supports, sensory accommodations, and gradual expansion. The focus stays on consent, autonomy, and respect for identity. Who This Episode Is For This episode is for neurodivergent teens and adults who feel confused when eating behaviors feel helpful but raise concern from others. It is also for clinicians who want to assess eating disorders without relying solely on distress or external appearance. If you have ever thought, this does not feel like a problem to me, but other people seem worried, this episode speaks directly to that experience. Related Episodes Unmasking, Embodiment, & Trust: A Neurodivergent Approach to Eating Disorder Recovery With Dr. Emma Offord @divergentlives via Apple & Spotify. Unmasking in Eating Disorder Recovery: What Neurodivergent People Need to Know About Safety & Healing via Apple & Spotify. Autism & Anorexia: When Masking Looks Like Restriction, & Recovery Feels Unsafe via Apple & Spotify. Recovering Again: Navigating Eating Disorders After a Late Neurodivergent Diagnosis (Part 1) With Stacie Fanelli, LCSW @edadhd_therapist via Apple & Spotify. Work With Dr. Marianne Miller Dr. Marianne Miller is a licensed marriage and family therapist specializing in eating disorder recovery with a neurodivergent-affirming, trauma-informed approach. She works with teens and adults navigating ARFID, binge eating disorder, and long-term eating disorder patterns. Go to her website at drmariannemiller.com for information on therapy and online, self-paced courses.

Ask Rachel anythingWhile counseling sex offenders, Anna Sonoda, LCSW learned firsthand that grooming, the prelude to child sexual abuse, is intentional, gradual, and observable. Her message to us is, we're not bad parents, we just have a skills gap and she wants to fill it. I grew up in an era of stranger danger, but the truth is the vast majority of abuse happens inside our homes, online and offline, with people our kids know. So how can we spot the signs that a predator is moving in on us and our kids? Anna says there are clear stages of grooming that, once we know about them, we can intercept. She introduces the "4F formula" for grooming: flattery, favoritism, forbidden fruits, and fear, and stresses the importance of recognizing grooming's subtle signs. Anna advises parents to set clear device usage rules, use parental controls, and maintain open communication with their children. She also advocates for delaying social media access until age 16 and emphasizes the role of parents in curating their children's online and offline environments.In this episode we cover:What Is Grooming? (And Why Your Gut Isn't Enough)Who Is at Risk? Myths About “Safe” CommunitiesOnline vs Offline Grooming: Why Both Matter The 4F Formula: Stages of Grooming Parents Need to KnowRed Flags of Grooming in Digital SpacesDevices, Social Media and Age: What's Really Appropriate?Practical House Rules That Reduce Grooming RiskBuilding “Predator-Proof” Kids Through ConnectionReclaiming Parental Leadership in a Tech-Driven WorldResources:Anna Sonoda: www.annasonoda.comIWF: https://www.iwf.org.uk/ UK-based for reporting and removing innapropriate imagesCommon Sense Media: https://www.commonsensemedia.org/ For useful and appropriate age guidancePredator's Playground: AI, Gaming, and the Kids at Riskhttps://annasonoda.com/blog/f/predator%E2%80%99s-playground-ai-gaming-and-the-kids-at-risk?blogcategory=Online+safetyProtecting Families in the Age of AI: 'Take It Down Act' https://annasonoda.com/blog/f/protecting-families-in-the-age-of-ai-take-it-down-act?blogcategory=Online+safetyteenagersuntangled.substack.comSupport the showPlease hit the follow button if you like the podcast, and share it with anyone who might benefit. You can review us on Apple podcasts by going to the show page, scrolling down to the bottom where you can click on a star then you can leave your message. Please don't hesitate to seek the advice of a specialist if you're not coping. When you look after yourself your entire family benefits.My email is teenagersuntangled@gmail.com My website has a blog, searchable episodes, and ways to contact me:www.teenagersuntangled.com Find me on Substack https://Teenagersuntangled.substack.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/teenagersuntangled/Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/teenagersuntangled/You can reach Susie at www.amindful-life.co.uk

EVEN MORE about this episode!What if music could calm anxiety, reduce pain, and even transform the surgical experience—without medication? Join Alice Hudnall Cash, PhD, as she reveals the science and soul behind music as medicine. A pioneering clinical musicologist and psychotherapist, Dr. Cash shares how rhythmic entrainment, instrumental music, and ancient healing traditions can influence the body at a cellular level—helping patients relax, heal faster, and feel safer during medical procedures. Through powerful real-life stories, she illustrates how music doesn't just move us emotionally—it physically changes us.This episode weaves together cutting-edge medical innovation and centuries-old wisdom, exploring solfeggio frequencies, medieval healing traditions, and the deep spiritual roots of music. Dr. Cash also shares personal stories of a lifelong musical lineage, from early piano lessons to Moravian musical traditions, revealing how music becomes part of who we are—almost like it's written into our DNA.From operating rooms and Alzheimer's care to patented medical devices now used worldwide, Dr. Cash's groundbreaking work is reshaping how medicine views healing. This conversation will change how you think about music forever—and may just have you listening with new ears to the healing harmony already surrounding you.Guest Biography:Alice Hudnall Cash, PhD, LCSW, is a clinical musicologist and licensed clinical social worker with over 25 years of experience researching and working with surgical patients. She holds a Bachelor and Master of Music in piano performance, a PhD in clinical musicology, and a Master's in clinical social work from the University of Louisville. While on staff at the University of Louisville School of Medicine in the mid-1990s, Dr. Cash identified the untapped power of music during surgery and developed a simple, evidence-based method using purely instrumental music paced to a healthy resting heartbeat to promote rhythmic entrainment. Her work led to a U.S. patent in 2008 for a method and apparatus to reduce anxiety and pain perception during medical procedures. Today, her pre-loaded headphones and MP3 players are used in hospitals worldwide, with five therapeutic playlists available on the Apple App Store and Google Play. Originally focused on surgical patients, her work now supports hospitals, surgery and dialysis centers, and a wide range of applications including chemotherapy, pain management, dentistry, ketamine infusions, and anxiety reduction, while also educating audiences on the distinction between music therapy and music medicine.Episode Chapters:(0:00:01) - Healing Powers of Music and Sound(0:09:14) - Music Medicine and Healing Origins(0:15:44) - Exploring Music Therapy Opportunities(0:20:15) - Music Therapy in Surgery Implementation(0:34:30) - Healing Power of Instrumental Music(0:41:03) - Music, Math, and Spiritual Connections(0:46:26) - Power of Music in Divine Connection➡️Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan YouTube➡️Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan Español YouTube➡️Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan Português YouTube➡️Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan Deutsch YouTube➡️Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan Français YouTube✏️Ask Julie a Question!

Careers don't develop all at once — they unfold through psychological phases across the lifespan. And for gay men, that path often looks very different from the one straight men inherit. In this episode, Ken Howard, LCSW, CST, maps the developmental stages of a gay man's career — from early achievement and identity formation, through ambition, visibility, and midlife reassessment, to senior authority, retirement, and legacy. Drawing on Erik Erikson's lifespan psychology and over 30 years of clinical experience, he explores why many gay men tie self-worth to performance, use work as a substitute for belonging, and experience midlife not as a crisis, but as a psychological review. If you've ever felt behind, over-identified with your career, or unsure what your next chapter is supposed to be, this episode offers a developmental lens that replaces shame with context — and confusion with clarity.

Are screen time battles, teen backtalk, or constant conflict leaving you emotionally drained as a single parent?For parents of tweens and teens, everyday moments like bedtime, homework, and phone limits can quickly spiral into major stress. What if there was a simple, science-backed way to reset your energy—and your communication—in real time? In this episode, breathwork coach Arleen Peterzak shares how intentional breathing can help single parents manage conflict, model emotional regulation, and create calmer, more connected conversations at home.Learn how better communication with your tween or teen starts with regulating your own nervous system.Discover simple, in-the-moment breathwork techniques to help manage screen time stress and family conflict.Find out how to model calm through breath—so your child feels safe, heard, and more likely to listen.

Choosing a process vs choosing a result is one of the most overlooked reasons people stay stuck in anxiety, OCD, and mental health struggles for years.In this episode of The Restored Minds Show, licensed therapist Matt Codde, LCSW breaks down why trying tools, techniques, and processes without deciding on a clear outcome keeps people cycling — and what actually creates lasting transformation.If you've tried ERP, mindfulness, ACT, coping strategies, books, or programs but still feel like nothing truly sticks, this episode will help you understand what's missing.Rather than focusing on eliminating symptoms, Matt explains why recovery and transformation begin with choosing an identity and a destination — and then building the structure, skills, and support that align with that result.

In today's episode of Psych Talk I chat with Sophia Vale Galano, LCSW about teenage anxiety. Sophia discusses her journey to specializing in teenage anxiety and what led her to publish her book Calming Teenage Anxiety: A Parent's Guide to Helping Your Teenager Cope with Worry.  Sophia describes some of the common signs and symptoms of anxiety in adolescents, as well as some of the main contributing factors to the increase in adolescent anxiety we are currently seeing. We discuss ways parents can help their teenagers cope with anxiety, as well as some common mistakes parents make when it comes to supporting their anxious teen. Sophia also shares additional supports parents can enlist to help their adolescent manage anxiety. We end the episode by Sophia providing words of encouragement and advice to parents who are currently trying to support their anxious teen.Connect with Sophia:Website: www.sophiagalano.comInstagram: sophiavale_galanoBook: Calming Teenage AnxietyConnect with Me:Follow me on IG ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@jessicaleighphd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow the podcast on IG ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@psych.talk.podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow me on TikTok ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@jessicaleighphd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow me on Threads ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@jessicaleighphd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Welcome to Group Therapy Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join my Facebook community: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Grow Through What You Go Through⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ways to Work With Me:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mind Over Matter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LGBTQ+ Affirming Masterclass⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Be a guest on my podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Resources:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Anti-Racism Resources⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LGBTQ+ Affirming Resources⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Helping Professional's Guide to Boundary Setting⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Intro/Outro Music⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Life of Riley⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ by Kevin MacLeod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Music License⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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Why do loving parents sometimes push away the very children they'd do anything for? This week, Catherine Hickem joins Dr. Kerry to unpack one of the most painful dynamics in modern families—parental estrangement. We explore how unspoken expectations create invisible walls, why parents mistake control for connection, and how grief work (yes, grief work) is the secret to letting your adult children become who they actually are, not who you needed them to be. PODCAST EXTRA EXCLUSIVE SEGMENT Find the exclusive second segment and weekly newsletter here: https://substack.com/@breakingfreenarcabuseMORE ABOUT THE PODCAST EXTRA INTERVIEW 

If you're in IVF and being offered a menu of embryo tests – PGT‑A, PGT‑M, PGT‑P – it can feel overwhelming. What do they actually tell you? How much is genetics vs environment? And how do you think about ethics, money, and risk for your family? In this two‑part series, I'm joined by Jonathan Anomaly, a social scientist and philosopher who works with a company developing and researching embryo testing tools, including PGT‑P. In Part 1, we cover: – What PGT‑A, PGT‑M and PGT‑P are (in plain language) – What kinds of conditions these tests can screen for – and what they can't – How to think about risk, family history, and the role of environment – The real‑world pros and cons: cost, access, equity, and ethics – Guardrails for deciding whether embryo testing makes sense for you You'll leave with a clearer framework for talking to your doctor or genetics team, without being told what you “should” do. ⚠️ Important: This episode is for education and reflection only. It is not medical, genetic, or legal advice. Always discuss your specific situation with your own care team.

Meet two men who survived suicide attempts, and built lives around helping others imagine a future beyond despair. Kevin Hines, one of the few to survive a jump from the Golden Gate Bridge, reflects on the instant regret, the long recovery, and the tools he uses when “brain pain” returns - recorded just days before the 25th anniversary of his attempt. Then, Connecticut therapist Steve MacHattie shares what it means to live with chronic suicidal urges, after his first attempt at six years old, and how reaching for connection can change the outcome. Resources: 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline Crisis Text Line: text HOME to 741741 Connecticut Suicide Advisory Board In an emergency, please call or text 911 Suggested episodes: 911, What's Your Emergency? Tales From Dispatch Finding purpose in life after accidentally killing someone What it's like surviving a plane crash Equine therapy GUESTS: Kevin Hines: suicide attempt survivor, author, film producer, and mental health advocate. At 19, he survived a jump from the Golden Gate Bridge. Over the past 25 years, he has dedicated himself to suicide prevention, sharing his story to reduce stigma and help people through moments of crisis. Kevin is the author of Cracked, Not Broken, The Art of Being Broken, and The Art of Wellness, hosts the HINESIGHTS podcast, and was a leading voice in the effort to install safety nets on the Golden Gate Bridge. His latest documentary, Death Bridge, is set to be released in 2027 Steve MacHattie: a suicide attempt survivor, clinical social worker (LCSW), and founder of the Charter Oak Family Center in Manchester, Connecticut. He first attempted suicide at six years old, and today he supports clients ages 5 to 105 and serves as co-chair of the Connecticut Suicide Advisory Board’s Lived Experience Committee. He also writes poetry used in clinical trainings to help care providers see the humanity and strength in the people they serve Support the show: https://www.wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Did you know that the new GLP-1 drugs may be helpful for overcoming certain eating disorders? Join Food Sleuth Radio host and Registered Dietitian, Melinda Hemmelgarn for her conversation with Mary Anne Cohen, LCSW, psychotherapist and Director of The New York Center for Eating Disorders. Cohen provides tips on overcoming emotional eating, and explains how GLP-1 drugs may help quiet “food noise.” She also addresses the role of social media in disordered eating and body image.Related Websites: www.emotionaleating.orgTheme music: Kevin MacLeod 

The moment you stop gripping so tightly to what you want may be the exact moment it finally becomes possible. Here is a hard truth: the tighter you squeeze, the faster things slip through your fingers. When wanting quietly turns into needing, everything starts to feel urgent and heavy. You overthink. You push. You try to control the timing, the outcome, and other people. And somehow the thing you want keeps dodging you. Hilary breaks down why detachment is actually your secret weapon. You still want it. You still show up. You just stop making it the thing that decides whether you're okay. That shift changes how you date, how you run your business, how your body feels, and how you move through the world. Less scrambling. More confidence. Way better energy. This conversation is your reminder that calm is magnetic, desperation is not, and letting go often gets you there faster than forcing ever could. Episode Highlights: Trying harder can actually push what you want away The moment desire turns into pressure and things start unraveling Detachment as the fastest path to feeling confident and magnetic What shifts when your worth isn't on the line Why calm always outperforms chasing Episode Breakdown: 00:00 Why Letting Go of the Outcome Works 02:30 Wanting vs. Needing and Emotional Attachment 05:45 How Scarcity and Desperation Push Results Away 08:30 Why Your State of Being Drives Outcomes 11:30 Taking Aligned Action Without Forcing ✨ I'm Hilary Silver, LCSW, former psychotherapist turned master coach and founder of Ready for Love. I help high-achieving women show up in love as confidently as they do in their careers.

Why you're stuck isn't random — and it isn't because you're broken, resistant, or missing the right information.In this episode of The Restored Minds Show, licensed therapist Matt Codde, LCSW explores why people stay stuck in anxiety, OCD, and fear-based loops — and what actually creates real change.If you've tried coping strategies, therapy, tools, or information but still feel trapped in the same cycles, this episode will help you understand the missing piece that keeps progress from sticking.Rather than focusing on managing symptoms, Matt explains why transformation begins with responsibility, internal ownership, and changing the patterns that maintain fear — not blaming circumstances, genetics, or the outside world.

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Are you stuck in constant battles over screen time, routines, and emotional blowups with your tween or teen—and wondering why everything feels harder lately?You're not imagining it. Research shows that high screen time is linked to increased anxiety and depression in teens—and late winter brings developmental and seasonal stress that only intensifies the tension. But the answer isn't more rules—it's a new kind of reset.Discover what's really behind your teen's rising irritability and shutdownsLearn the “Connect Before You Correct” reset strategy backed by researchHear a real-world example of how one parent shifted from nightly battles to peaceful eveningsTune in now to learn the simple yet powerful reset strategy that helps you reduce conflict and rebuild connection with your teen—starting tonight.⭐Got screen time problems at home, get the Tech Reset Agreement here

It seems like a simple question, but aging can be complicated, especially when a loved one shows signs of dementia and/or physical decline. Can you provide the right support for your family member or friend, ensure their safety, and avoid costly or even dangerous missteps in their care? Can you manage the expectations and stress on you and others who likely do not have the time or expertise to provide suitable help?   Friend of the firm, Susan Wood, sits down with Jeffrey Bellomo to share her experience with the Life Care Planning Team at Bellomo & Associates. Together, they created and implemented a life care plan for Susan's neighbor and friend, whose dementia had progressed to the point that she could no longer safely remain in her home.   We learn how the people at Bellomo & Associates work in concert to find safe care options, preserve dignity, review facility contracts and financial agreements, advocate for proper medical care, and address the emotional strain that can come from moving out of your familiar, and often longtime, home.   Special shoutout to two members of our Life Care Planning Team, Meg Motter, LCSW, CDP, and Danielle Rhodes, MSW, LSW, CDP, who figure prominently in Susan's story.     WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW (00:00) Podcast introduction: Susan Wood  (02:28) Susan's professional background and the referral to Bellomo & Associates  (04:09) Adding life care planning services to Bellomo & Associates  (06:55) Providing an assessment, creating a plan, and making it work  (08:00) Why life planning at an elder law firm makes sense  (10:09) Moving into an unfamiliar space is fraught with emotion  (12:26) From meds to milkshakes   (14:20) Improving work life for nurses and the quality of patient care  (17:56) Retention and turnover in nursing  (20:00) Stress in health care workers   (22:28) Lend a helping hand to aging adults     ABOUT BELLOMO & ASSOCIATES Jeffrey R. Bellomo, the founder of Bellomo & Associates, is a licensed and certified elder law attorney with a master's degree in taxation and a certificate in estate planning. He explains complex legal and financial topics in easy-to-understand language. Bellomo & Associates is committed to providing education so that what happened to the Bellomo family doesn't happen to your family. We conduct free workshops on estate planning, crisis planning, Medicaid planning, special needs planning, probate administration, and trust administration. Visit our website (https://bellomoassociates.com/) to learn more.   LINKS AND RESOURCES MENTIONED Bellomo & Associates workshops:https://bellomoassociates.com/workshops/ Life Care Planning The Three Secrets of Estate Planning Nuts & Bolts of Medicaid For more information, call us at (717) 845-5390. Connect with Bellomo & Associates on Social Media Tune in Saturdays at 7:30 a.m. Eastern to WSBA radio: https://www.newstalkwsba.com/ X (formerlyTwitter):https://twitter.com/bellomoassoc YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/BellomoAssociates Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/bellomoassociates Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/bellomoassociates/ LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/bellomoandassociates WAYS TO WORK WITH JEFFREY BELLOMO Contact Us:https://bellomoassociates.com/contact/ Practice areas:https://bellomoassociates.com/practice-areas/    

For many Black women, higher education has long been framed as both a pathway to security and a form of social currency. But when does the pursuit of another degree serve our growth—and when does it distract us from the work we actually want to do? In this episode, I'm joined by Melissa Ifill, LCSW for a thoughtful conversation about the “grad school urge,” credential collecting, and the complicated relationship Black women have with education, labor, and legitimacy. Together, we explore the emotional, cultural, and political forces that push so many of us toward advanced degrees—and what it looks like to pause, reflect, and choose intentionally. About the Podcast The Therapy for Black Girls Podcast is a weekly conversation with Dr. Joy Harden Bradford, a licensed Psychologist in Atlanta, Georgia, about all things mental health, personal development, and all the small decisions we can make to become the best possible versions of ourselves. Resources & Announcements If this episode resonated, JOIN US ON PATREON for a deeper conversation using our Free “Define Your Grad School Why” worksheet, designed to help you slow down and get clear before making a big decision.

Hosts:   Dr. Ashlee Gethner, LCSW – Child of a Police Officer Jennifer Woosley Saylor, LPCC S – Child of a Police Officer   Episode Overview   It's the kickoff to 2026 for "When The Call Hits Home"! Jennifer and Ashlee reunite after the holidays each with a few survival stories to share about sick kids, hospital visits, and football games. This episode takes a deep dive into mental health in the world of first responders, focusing on Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and the concept of Post Traumatic Growth.   Key Topics Discussed PTSD: Clinical & Real-World Definitions What PTSD means according to the diagnostic manual, how its definition and understanding have evolved. Early understanding of trauma as mainly war or abuse, contrasted with today’s broader view (cumulative events, “big T” and “little T” trauma). Common symptoms: not just flashbacks & nightmares also avoidance, numbness, irritability, concentration issues, and impulsivity. First Responders & Mental Health Unique challenges faced, stigma around seeking help, and how even “expected” work-related trauma can have serious mental health impacts. Barriers to mental health support historically, and how policy is slowly catching up (e.g. recognizing PTSD as a compensable injury). The Power of Resilience & Growth Resilience as “bouncing back” – Rocky Balboa style! Introduction to Post Traumatic Growth: moving beyond survival to genuine transformation. Five domains of post traumatic growth: Appreciation of life Relationships with others New possibilities Personal strength Spiritual change Real-world examples of first responders not just surviving trauma, but thriving and inspiring meaningful change in themselves and their communities. Family Matters How PTSD and growth impact the family dynamics of first responders; encouragement for family-wide healing and mutual support. Personal stories, including the hosts’ own experiences as children of first responders. Therapy: Beyond Diagnosis The importance of not just earning diagnoses, but focusing on recovery, growth, and positive psychology. Shout-outs to the transformative process of therapy and the courage it takes to seek help. A Symbolic Reflection The Japanese art of Kintsugi, repairing broken pottery with gold, serves as metaphor for healing: your flaws and brokenness can become strengths and sources of beauty.   Don’t Forget Shop the merch store for some WTCHH swag! Stay tuned for exciting announcements and new episodes in the new year. If this episode resonated with you, please share your thoughts and stories with us - we love hearing from you! For questions or more info, reach out to the hosts, and remember: When the call hits home, Jennifer and Ashlee are here for you. Thank you for tuning in! Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review "When The Call Hits Home" on your favorite podcast platforms! Follow Us: - Facebook: When The Call Hits Home Podcast - Instagram: @whenthecallhitshome - Whenthecallhitshome.com --- This podcast does not contain medical / health advice. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice, diagnosis or treatment and should not be relied on as health or personal advice. The information contained in this podcast is for general information purposes only. The information is provided by Training Velocity LLC and while we endeavour to keep the information up to date and correct, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability or availability with respect to the Podcast or the information, products, services, or related graphics contained in the podcast for any purpose. Any reliance you place on such information is strictly at your own risk.  WE ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE NOR LIABLE FOR ANY ADVICE, COURSE OF TREATMENT, DIAGNOSIS OR ANY OTHER INFORMATION, SERVICES OR PRODUCTS THAT YOU OBTAIN THROUGH THIS PODCAST.  Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health care provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment and before undertaking a new health care regimen, and never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast.

Bring your favorite beverage!Come join Laura and Joy, as they talk about integrity, boundaries, evolution, and what is takes to give up people pleasing.Are you or someone you know a “people pleaser”? If so, what do you (or they) need to let it go?Work with Joy Hahn Silva Millora: www.instagram.com/with_joy.hs/Work with Laura Hahn-Segundo Collins, LCSW: lcollinslcsw.com, @theathletepsychotherapistMusic by Pathfire: Nathan Collins and Sean TitoneIntro Edited by Ian LevensteinEpisode Edited by Hahnacity

Children with PDA are extremely sensitive to real or perceived demands and may make excuses, use delay tactics, or outright refuse to complete requests. Learn more about PDA from Diane Gould, LCSW, including proven behavioral strategies and supports. Pathological Demand Avoidance: Resources Free Download: Why Is My Child So Defiant? Self-Test: Is Your Child Showing Signs of Pathological Demand Avoidance? Read: When Angry Kids Lash Out: How to Defuse Explosive Reactions Read: A Parent's Guide to Navigating Pathological Demand Avoidance Access the video and slides for podcast episode #590 here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/pathological-demand-avoidance-adhd-autism/ This episode is brought to you by SOAR Summer Camp. Learn more at soarnc.org. This episode is also brought to you by Neuroclinic USA. Learn more at NeuroclinicUSA.com. This episode is also brought to you by NOCD, the world's leading provider of specialized OCD treatment. Learn more at https://learn.nocd.com/ADHDExperts. Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.

Does every conversation with your tween turn into a power struggle, especially around screen time? You're not alone—and this episode reveals what's really going on beneath the pushback. If you're a single parent dealing with nonstop arguments, shutdowns, and oppositional behavior, you might be missing the deeper message your child is trying to send. This episode uncovers why opposition is often less about attitude and more about stress, emotional safety, and your child's need for connection and autonomy.Learn the real root causes behind oppositional behavior (it's not defiance—it's dysregulation).Discover 5 powerful strategies to de-escalate conflict and reconnect with your tween.Walk away with a calm, clear framework for setting limits without triggering a meltdown. Listen now to discover how small communication shifts can end daily battles and strengthen your connection with your tween.⭐Got screen time problems at home, get the Tech Reset Agreement here

This week on the KORE Women podcast, Dr. Summer Watson is joined by Tonya Lester, who is an LCSW, Brooklyn-based psychotherapist, New York Times Modern Love essayist, and author of Push Back: Live, Love, and Work with Others Without Losing Yourself to talk about why so many of us stay silent, stretch ourselves too thin, and struggle to ask for what we need. We unpack what it means to be a “shock absorber” in relationships, why perfectionism is really anxiety in disguise, and how women can learn to set boundaries without guilt or apology. If you've ever been called “too much,” or felt like you were disappearing in your relationships or job, this episode is for you. You can connect with Tonya Lester on: LinkedIn, on FB at Tonya.Lester.58 on IG at TonyaLesterPsychotherapy and at: www.TonyaLester.com Thank you for taking the time to listen to the KORE Women podcast and being a part of the KORE Women experience. You can listen to The KORE Women podcast on your favorite podcast directory - Pandora, iHeartRadio, Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, YouTube, Spotify, Stitcher, Podbean, JioSaavn, Amazon and at: www.KOREWomen.com/podcast.  Please leave your comments and reviews about the podcast and check out KORE Women on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.  You can also learn more about Dr. Summer Watson, MHS, PhD, KORE Women, LLC, the KORE Women podcast, KORE Business Solutions (a Virtual Assistant service) and Cross-Generational Consultation Services by going to: www.korewomen.com. Thank you for listening! Please share this podcast with your family and friends. #KOREWomenPodcast  #WomenWhoLead #BoundariesMatter #PsychologyToday #RelationshipHealth 

Tune in for a "best of" conversation with Michele Weiner-Davis, LCSW, author and relationship expert with over 30 years of experience bringing couples back from the brink of divorce through her powerful Divorce Busting program. Along with a successful private practice, training other clinicians and speaking worldwide; Michele has written numerous book including her seminal work Divorce Busting and her most recent - Healing from Infidelity.Listen Tuesdays from 2-3pm on KCBX

Ready to approach your goals differently after a difficult year? This episode of The Grit Show is your invitation to rethink success, healing, and partnership. Host Shawna Rodrigues is joined by her husband Robie Lawrence as they use their personal experiences with illness, role reversals, and uncertainty to ask: How do you truly support each other when the usual rules no longer apply? Discover a taste of their 20-question framework designed to prompt honest conversations about gratitude, strength, and future visioning. This episode is filled with glimpses of what it takes to build a thriving future when life has knocked you sideways. If you are searching for inspirational yet practical advice on building resilience, improving your relationships, or finding hope in the messy middle, let this engaging discussion plant the seeds for your best year yet.The 20 Questions for a Year Well Loved are meant as a tool for you to use as well - get your copy at - https://bit.ly/YrWellLoved ($20 OFF for listeners- only $7 until the end of January 2026 with coupon code TGS). Every partnership deserves more connection.Interested in the conversations (The Grit Show Episodes) that started it all?Listen here -->20 Questions for a Year Well Loved -115Couple's Questionnaire... continued -116Shawna Rodrigues has been hosting the The Grit Show, since 2022 and has loved every minute of it. She has an award winning career in the government and non-profit industry, an LCSW, and a passion for making a impact. She is currently facing her biggest plot twist yet—a breast cancer diagnosis in early 2025—this year is about her fight, victory, and healing. Join her warrior community Being Honest and check out the podcast episode where she shares more.Connect with her journey: Instagram @Shawna.Rodrigues | Everything else: https://linktr.ee/37by27Stay Connected to The Grit ShowFollow on Instagram: @The.Grit.Show or Shawna @Shawna.Rodrigues.Grab your copy of our Self-Care Coloring Pages & as a bonus, you'll get weekly email reminders when episodes come out!https://ColoringPages.TheGritShow.comYou can also purchase the full-size gift worthy Color of Grit Adult Coloring Book here bit.ly/TGSMermaidReally love us and want to show it??Give us a review on your favorite platform and copy the link to this episode to share on social media! Tell folks what you got out of it!Be sure to send this episode to someone who would want to hear it. They'll appreciate you and we appreciate your support!!

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Feeling scared for no reason is one of the most unsettling anxiety experiences — especially when you know nothing dangerous is happening, yet your body reacts as if it is.In this episode of The Restored Minds Show, licensed therapist Matt Codde, LCSW explains why anxiety feels so real even when there is no external threat, and why trying to argue with or suppress the feeling often keeps you stuck in the anxiety loop.If you're experiencing sudden fear, panic sensations, or anxiety that feels urgent “out of nowhere,” this episode will help you understand what's actually happening inside your nervous system — and how to respond in a way that allows anxiety to release.Rather than trying to fix or eliminate fear, Matt breaks down how healing comes from changing your relationship with the feeling itself, not fighting the experience or projecting it onto the outside world.

A gay therapist, Ken Howard, LCSW, CST, examines the Heated Rivalry phenomenon—exploring why gay romance has gone mainstream, where visibility becomes fetishization, and what this cultural moment really means for gay men's identity, safety, and mental health.

What if raising your therapy fees and saying no to clients more often could actually double your private practice income? That's exactly what happened to Erin Cantor, a play therapist in New York City who went from $8,000 to $14,000 per month in just three months of being in my signature program, Liberated Business.In this episode, I'm chatting with Erin about the specific changes she made that led to her rapid growth, why she requires three parent sessions before working with any child, and how learning to say no to clients became her biggest marketing strategy. Erin got ruthlessly clear about which cases to accept, raised her fees without apologizing, and implemented a firm cancellation policy faster than most therapists would dare. And the wild part? Her clients thanked her for it.If you've ever felt guilty about turning away potential clients or wondered whether you're charging enough for your expertise, this conversation will shift something for you. Erin's story proves that building a private practice on your terms isn't just possible; it's profitable.More about Erin Cantor:Erin Cantor, M.A., MSW, LCSW is a child play therapist and adolescent, adult and family psychotherapist working in private practice in New York City. A graduate of the three-year child and adolescent psychotherapy training program (CAPTP) at The William Alanson White Institute, she is also trained in Family Therapy from Ackerman Institute, and completed the one year infant observation program with the Anni Bergman Parent Infant training program (ABPIP) with Contemporary Freudian Society (CFS) and Institute for Psychoanalytic Training and Research (IPTAR). In addition to her psychotherapy work, Erin is also a clinical writer, presenter, and consultant.Topics covered on Saying No To Clients:Saying no to clients became the turning point that allowed Erin to double her practice income while working fewer hoursThe three immediate changes Erin made to her private practice that led to explosive growthHow Erin discovered her specialty in play therapy and high-conflict divorce cases was actually rare and valuable, not something every therapist doesThe moment Erin realized that saying no to clients she felt confused about was actually better for everyone involved, including the childThe surprising way that parents who declined to work with Erin became some of her best referral sourcesResources from this episode:Holdspace Creative: https://www.holdspacecreative.com/Liberated Business: https://www.thebadtherapist.coach/liberatedbusinessConnect with Erin Cantor:Website: www.erincantorlcswpllc.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erin-c-377181153Connect with

Ways to calm anxiety before a Presentation. Mental Performance Strategies before a Presentation. A free Handout- Strategies before a Presentation.  If your heart races before presentations, Your mind goes blank when all eyes are on you, your voice shakes even when you know your material. Or you replay the meetings afterward, wondering why you didn't sound as confident as you felt inside. This podcast will help.

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is common, disabling and frequently misunderstood in clinical practice. In this episode of Practical for Your Practice, hosts Dr. Jenna Ermold and Kevin Holloway are joined by Dr. Elizabeth McIngvale and Dr. Lauren Wadsworth, two nationally recognized leaders in OCD treatment and training, for a deep dive into Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), the gold-standard treatment for OCD.Together, they unpack why OCD is so often misdiagnosed, mistreated, or unintentionally reinforced, even by well-intentioned clinicians, and how ERP works to interrupt the obsession–compulsion cycle by targeting avoidance, ritualizing, and intolerance of uncertainty.Be sure to listen in and remember, we want to hear from you! Have thoughts about this episode? A “clinical sin” you've encountered? Ideas for future topics or guests?Leave us a voicemail via SpeakPipe https://www.speakpipe.com/cdpp4p Or send us an email cdp-podcast-ggg@usuhs.edu . We love hearing from our listeners. As always, until next time, stay curious, and mind your EBPs.Elizabeth McIngvale, Ph.D., LCSW, is the Director of the OCD Institute of Texas, Co-Founder of MHNTI, and faculty at Baylor College of Medicine. A renowned OCD expert, she has published 35+ peer-reviewed works and delivered 250+ lectures. She founded the Peace of Mind Foundation and OCDChallenge.org, now part of the IOCDF, where she serves as a Board Member and former national spokesperson. Diagnosed with OCD at age 12, Dr. McIngvale brings a unique dual perspective as both a clinician and advocate. She has advised NIH and SAMHSA and serves as a faculty instructor for the Behavioral Therapy Training Institute. She remains dedicated to advancing research and expanding access to high-quality care for OCD and anxiety disorders.Dr. Lauren Wadsworth is a board-certified clinical psychologist and Clinical Senior Instructor at the University of Rochester Medical Center. She is the founding director of Genesee Valley Psychology (GVP), providing accessible evidence-based care in Western NY, and Meridian Psychology Practice, serving NY, MA, and GA. As a leader in mental health education, she co-founded the Mental Health National Training Institute (MHNTI) and Twin Stars Diversity Trainers. An expert in diversity and inclusion, she co-authored Did That Just Happen?! Beyond "Diversity" — Creating Sustainable and Inclusive Organizations. Dr. Wadsworth is dedicated to expanding access to evidence-based treatment and fostering inclusive environments through app-based training and organizational consultation.Resources mentioned in this episode: Mental Health Network & Training Institute (MHNTI) Evidence-based training and consultation for OCD and related disorders https://mhnti.comInternational OCD Foundation (IOCDF) Clinician training, resources, and treatment referrals https://iocdf.org Calls-to-action: Subscribe to the Practical for Your Practice PodcastSubmit your comments or questions on our social media pages or via SpeakpipeSubscribe to The Center for Deployment Psychology Monthly Email

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Anxiety and mental stress tips are everywhere — but most of them keep you stuck in the anxiety loop.In this episode of The Restored Minds Show, licensed therapist Matt Codde, LCSW shares 5 practical, grounded anxiety and mental stress tips to help you stop fighting your anxiety and start breaking the loop that keeps fear, tension, and overwhelm in control.If you're starting 2026 feeling anxious, emotionally drained, or exhausted from managing symptoms, this episode will help you understand why anxiety persists — and what actually allows it to release.Rather than trying to “fix” anxiety, Matt explains how healing comes from changing your relationship with thoughts, sensations, and emotional tension.

In this episode of The Council of Dudes Podcast, Vinny Brusco sits down with Justin Carotti, LCSW, LADC, founder of Valiance Counseling for a grounded and honest conversation about discipline, fatherhood, and the internal work required to become a stronger, more grounded man. Justin brings a rare blend of clinical expertise and real-world experience. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor, his work centers on helping men navigate anxiety, addiction, identity, purpose, and emotional responsibility—areas many struggle with quietly. In this conversation, he shares insights from both the therapy room and his own life as a father and entrepreneur. Together, they explore:      •    Why discipline—not motivation—is the foundation of lasting change      •    How fatherhood exposes blind spots and demands personal growth      •    The importance of mental health support and emotional literacy for men     •    Addiction, avoidance, and the stories men tell themselves      •    How accountability, integrity, and consistency shape a man's legacy This episode is for men who know there's more required of them—and are willing to do the internal work to rise to that standard.

✅ Learn more about the course here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.agentsofchangeprep.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. Meagan Mitchell, the founder of Agents of Change, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has been providing individualized and group test prep for the ASWB for over 11 years. From all of this experience helping others pass their exams, she created a course to help you prepare for and pass the ASWB exam!Find more from Agents of Change here:► Agents of Change Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://agentsofchangeprep.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠► Facebook Group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/aswbtestprep⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠► Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/agentsofchangeprep/

Is your teen pulling away, spending more time alone, and talking less — leaving you wondering if you're losing them?If you're a parent watching your teen go quiet or withdraw, it's easy to panic. But this stage — while scary — can be both normal and navigable. The way you respond in this moment could either protect your connection or push them further away.How to tell the difference between normal independence and warning signs that need more attention.What not to do when your teen shuts down — and why common reactions can backfire.A step-by-step approach to staying emotionally steady and rebuilding trust without pushing too hard.Press play now to learn how to support your teen through this phase while keeping communication and connection intact.⭐Got screen time problems at home, get the Tech Reset Agreement here

Send us a textIn this episode, Wil sits down with Mira Funk, LCSW (she/her), a Harvard-educated queer, nonbinary psychotherapist and psychedelic guide specializing in 5-MeO-DMT, N,N-DMT, and salvia divinorum. Mira brings a rare “neuroscience geek meets sacred mystery” approach to psychedelic healing and integration—bridging somatic work, nondual spirituality, and practical trauma-informed care.Together, Wil and Mira explore what 5-MeO-DMT is (and what it isn't), why dosing and context matter so much, and how this medicine can support deep healing—especially around fear, shame, the nervous system, and identity. They also discuss gender liberation, the body's role in trauma storage and release, and why Mira is passionate about ethical and precise approaches to working with 5-MeO-DMT.In This Episode, We ExploreThe “geek vs. woo” false split—and why both languages can point to the same mystery5-MeO-DMT vs. N,N-DMT vs. “DMT” as a broader tryptamine familyWhat 5-MeO-DMT can feel like: expansion, presence, release, and the “deep tissue massage” metaphorTrauma-informed step-wise sessions: “dip a toe,” integrate, then gradually deepenThe “full release” / unity-consciousness territory—and why it's not the only point of healingFear of death, “annihilation anxiety,” and the ripple effects of practicing surrenderWil shares a powerful one-on-one, ritualized death/rebirth experience in an MDMA-assisted therapy sessionPsychedelics and gender exploration: shame, freedom, identity, and the paradox of nonduality + authenticityMira's experience of gender liberation and family repair—including staying in relationship without abandoning selfRectal administration of 5-MeO-DMT: what it is, how it's handled ethically/privately, and why it can be uniquely pelvic/root-focused for some peopleA grounded take on “code of reality” laser experiments: perception, priming, meaning-making, and humilityWhy Mira believes 5-MeO-DMT can be a powerful option for both first-timers and experienced psychonauts—when held safelyConnect with Mira FunkWebsite: https://www.unjourneying.com/Youtube Channel : https://www.youtube.com/@unjourneyingConnect with WilWebsite & coaching: https://www.wil-fullyliving.com/Upcoming Awakened Hearts Group Retreat: https://www.wil-fullyliving.com/eventsSupport the show:If you enjoyed this episode, please follow/subscribe to Queerly Beloved and leave a review—it helps more listeners find the show.

Do you ever feel like you are doing everything “right,” and your kid still seems anxious, dysregulated, or shut down? This conversation made me rethink what we have been told about parenting, work, and what kids actually need to feel safe. In this episode of Habits & Hustle, I sit down with psychoanalyst and parent guidance expert Erica Komisar to break down what kids actually need to build emotional resilience, why “quality time” alone isn't enough, and how parental presence shapes brain development, stress tolerance, and long-term mental health. We talk about how stress shows up as fighting, avoidance, and attention issues, why transitions like mornings and after school are when kids need you most, and how overscheduling can become a quiet form of avoidance. She also explains why social media is a pressure amplifier, not the root cause, and what it takes to build real resilience before life gets hard. Erica Komisar, LCSW, is a psychoanalyst and parent guidance expert with nearly four decades of clinical experience. She is the author of Being There and Chicken Little, the Sky Isn't Falling. What We Discuss: (00:00) Why Kids Are Struggling More Than Ever (08:42) The Myth Of “Quality Time” (18:15) What Early Brain Development Actually Needs (29:40) Why Overscheduling And Helicopter Parenting Backfire (41:10) The Real Roots Of Anxiety And ADHD (53:05) Why Social Media Isn't The Original Problem (01:05:30) What Adolescents Need From Parents (01:18:50) The Hard Truth About Work, Parenting, And Priorities Thank you to our sponsors: Therasage: Head over to therasage.com and use code Be Bold for 15% off Air Doctor: Go to airdoctorpro.com and use promo code HUSTLE40 for up to $300 off and a 3-year warranty on air purifiers. Magic Mind: Head over to www.magicmind.com/jen and use code Jen at checkout.Momentous: Shop this link and use code Jen for 20% off Manna Vitality: Visit mannavitality.com and use code JENNIFER20 for 20% off your order Prolon: Get 30% off sitewide plus a $40 bonus gift when you subscribe to their 5-Day Program! Just visit https://prolonlife.com/JENNIFERCOHEN and use code JENNIFERCOHEN to claim your discount and your bonus gift. Amp fit is the perfect balance of tech and training, designed for people who do it all and still want to feel strong doing it. Check it out at joinamp.com/jen  Find more from Jen: Website: www.jennifercohen.com Instagram: @therealjencohen Books: www.jennifercohen.com/books Speaking: www.jennifercohen.com/speaking-engagement Find more from Erica Komisar: Website: www.ericaKomisar.com Instagram: @ericaKomisarBooks: The Parents' Guide to Divorce