Behavioral Health Today
310 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 days ago -Welcome to Behavioral Health Today, a podcast by Triad, where we tackle trending topics in behavioral and mental health. The Behavioral Health Today podcast shares unique and relevant topics occurring within our world and communities with a mental health professional perspective.
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Anniversary Special: The Power to Fix Your Anxiety with Faust Ruggiero – Episode 300
April 26, 2024 14:00 - 43 minutes - 40 MBIn celebration of our fourth anniversary, we’re re-releasing one of our favorite episodes from the past year. We’ve been taught to think of anxiety as though we have a mental disease. Anxiety is primarily a physiological reaction. If we can sympathize over those fight or flight moments, we can start to retrain your brain and manage that moment in a different way. In this episode, Dr. Graham Taylor speaks with Faust Ruggiero. Faust is a seasoned professional with nearly 40 years of experience...
Anniversary Special: Embracing Recovery & the Path to Healing with Bruce W. Brackett – Episode 299
April 25, 2024 14:00 - 41 minutes - 37.8 MBSupport is steadfast, ever-present, regardless of circumstances or company. In every moment, in every trial, it patiently awaits. Sometimes, it's about humbly setting aside pride, embracing vulnerability, and simply reaching out. Take that step, for help is there, ready to guide you forward. In this episode, Sharlee Dixon speaks with Bruce W. Brackett. Bruce, also known as BWB (dot) positivity, is a social media personality, author, entrepreneur, self-taught visual artist, and international ...
Anniversary Special: Emotional Resolution & Visceral Somatic Quieting with Cedric Bertelli – Episode 298
April 24, 2024 14:00 - 39 minutes - 36.2 MBIn celebration of our fourth anniversary, we’re re-releasing one of our favorite episodes from the past year. The brain keeps the score, but the body is a score card. Every time we feel an emotional difficulty, we control either what we feel, or we control our environment. So, we shut down the emotion, and that’s the problem. We never let the prediction play out until the end, maintaining the loop or the belief that the situation we are in today holds some kind of danger. In this episode, Dr...
Anniversary Special: Unlocking Inner Fulfillment, from Burnout to Happiness with Neha Sangwan – Episode 297
April 23, 2024 14:00 - 42 minutes - 38.8 MBNo matter how much education you have and how much you learn, life is a lived experience. And falling into potholes is a great way to realize what’s most important and how to prioritize it. In this episode, Dr. Graham Taylor speaks with Neha Sangwan. Neha is an CEO and founder of Intuitive Intelligence, empowering individuals & organizations with effective communication tools. Nena is also an Internal Medicine physician, engineer, author, speaker, and communication expert. Neha earned her Ba...
Anniversary Special: Unlocking Deeper Human Connection with Topaz Adizes – Episode 296
April 22, 2024 14:00 - 34 minutes - 31.7 MBIn celebration of our fourth anniversary, we’re re-releasing one of our favorite episodes from the past year.Every relationship has its own story, has its own world, has its own language. And there's something to be learned if you create the space and you ask good questions. In this episode, Sharlee Dixon speaks with Topaz Adizes. Topaz is an Emmy Award-winning writer, director, and experience design architect. He is an Edmund Hillary fellow and Sundance/Skoll stories of change fellow. His w...
Unveiling Imposter Syndrome: Confronting Self-Doubt & Embracing Authenticity with Regan Schriver, PsyD, MSW – Episode 295
April 16, 2024 14:00 - 46 minutes - 42.6 MBEver felt like an imposter? If you've heard or said phrases like "I'm a fraud" or "I'll never be good enough," you're not alone. Recognizing these thoughts is the first step in overcoming them. In this episode, Dr. Graham Taylor speaks with Ragan Schriver. Ragan is an Associate Professor of Practice at the University of Tennessee College of Social Work as well as the Director of the MSSW Program, Knoxville Campus and chair of the Forensic Social Work Certificate Program. He teaches clinical ...
Revolutionize Healthcare: A Human-Centered Approach with Dr. Craig Joseph – Episode 294
April 11, 2024 14:05 - 38 minutes - 35.4 MBThe art of human-centered healthcare technology, we utilize technology and design principles to simplify and encourage actions aligned with patient well-being, while subtly discouraging actions that may not align with best practices. In this episode, Sharlee Dixon speaks with Craig Joseph, MD. Craig is a seasoned physician informaticist known for his extensive background in healthcare and technology spanning 25 years. As Nordic Global's Chief Medical Officer, he embodies a commitment to enha...
Depression, Anxiety & the Bill of Emotional Rights with Dr. Ardeshir Mehran – Episode 293
April 09, 2024 14:00 - 47 minutes - 43.9 MBPeople yearn to share their stories with someone who comprehends their journey. Despite differing structures, vocabularies, and contexts, they recount tales of adversity, sharing the narratives of life's challenges and setbacks. In this episode, Dr. Graham Taylor speaks with Dr. Ardeshir Mehran. Ardeshir is a psychologist, behavioral researcher, and leadership coach who challenges conventional notions of depression. Holding a Ph.D. and M.Ed. from Columbia University, Ardeshir draws from ove...
Cultural Safety & Sensitivity in Healthcare with Dr. Raj Sundar – Episode 292
April 02, 2024 14:00 - 36 minutes - 33.3 MBIn medicine, the principle of "do no harm" is fundamental. Given the historical harm caused by racism and inequities within communities, it's imperative to prioritize this perspective. We must first approach interactions through this lens and then seek to establish cultural connections, if it’s important to them. In this episode, Sharlee Dixon speaks with Raj Sundar. Raj Sundar is a full-spectrum family medicine physician and community organizer and the host of Healthcare for Humans, a podca...
Exploring Mental Health Journalism with Dr. John Grohol – Episode 291
March 28, 2024 14:00 - 29 minutes - 27.4 MBPublications such as the New England Psychologist serve as invaluable resources, providing updates on state psychological association changes and offering insightful analysis to help clinical practitioners understand the implications for their practice. In this episode, Sharlee Dixon speaks with Dr. John Grohol. John is the publisher of the New England Psychologist, a 32-year-old quarterly trade publication for clinical psychologists in the New England region. John has played a transformativ...
Solving the ADHD Riddle with Dr. Connie McReynolds – Episode 290
March 26, 2024 14:00 - 46 minutes - 42.6 MBIf your child struggles with attention, hyperactivity, impulsivity, or other symptoms of ADHD, it can be challenging to know just how to help them. Increasing meltdowns, having a hard time at school, difficulty with organization, following through on tasks, or remembering what to do are all early warning signs that something is wrong. In this episode, Dr. Graham Taylor speaks with Dr. Connie McReynolds. Connie, a seasoned professional with 30+ years in rehabilitation counseling and psycholo...
Bioregulation Therapy with Turul Sengul & Michael Holler – Episode 289
March 19, 2024 13:22 - 44 minutes - 40.4 MBAdvanced pulsed electromagnetic field technology enables the application of bioregulation therapy, enhancing the body's natural healing process and facilitating self-regulation more efficiently in incredible ways. In this episode, Dr. Graham Taylor speaks with Michael Holler and Turul Sengul from Lenyosys, a pioneer in bioregulation technology that utilizes state-of-the-art biofeedback and pulsed electromagnetic field therapy and creates innovative Bioregulation Therapy (BRT products). By en...
Cognivue & Early Cognitive Assessment Technology with Tom O'Neill – Episode 288
March 14, 2024 13:57 - 32 minutes - 29.8 MBEarly detection is crucial; spotting the initial signs of cognitive decline can significantly benefit both patients and their attending physicians. In this episode, Dr. Graham Taylor speaks with Tom O’Neill. Tom is the President and CEO of Cognivue Inc, a neuroscience company focused on cognitive health. With over three decades of experience in driving commercial success, Tom has a track record of propelling growth, ensuring operational excellence, and enhancing customer satisfaction across...
Harnessing the Power of Your Mind for Self-Healing & Well-being with Brandy Gillmore – Episode 287
March 12, 2024 14:31 - 40 minutes - 36.7 MBImagine acquiring the skills to alleviate injuries, pain, or illnesses solely through the potent capabilities of your mind. Explore the profound ways in which our powerful minds can be utilized to enhance self-healing and overall well-being. In this episode, Dr. Graham Taylor speaks with Brandy Gillmore. Brandy is a world-renowned mind-body healing expert, award-winning podcast host, and TEDx speaker who is at the cutting edge of alternative health and self-healing. Brandy's journey into se...
Sexual Enlightenment with Elsbeth Meuth & Freddy Zental Weaver – Episode 286
March 05, 2024 14:42 - 40 minutes - 37.2 MBThe connection between our sexual-self and our heart-self that can open our love-self. And when we are integrated between our sexual energy and our heart, we feel more complete and can share ourselves fully. In this episode, Sharlee Dixon speaks with Elsbeth Meuth and Freddy Zental Weaver. Elsbeth and Freddy are founders of the TantraNova Institute in Chicago. This dynamic couple has over two decades of experience guiding more than ten thousand couples and singles towards lasting intimacy. ...
Being Ghosted: Hope, Healing, & Understanding with Gretta Perlmutter – Episode 285
February 29, 2024 15:00 - 35 minutes - 32.9 MBAs humans, we are inherently wired to seek and create meaning in our experiences. The intricate processes of our brains demand a sense of meaning in any given event. When faced with the phenomenon of being ghosted, the absence of comprehension regarding the reasons behind it can prove to be profoundly challenging and emotionally painful. In this episode Dr. Graham Taylor speaks with Gretta Perlmutter. Gretta is a resilience coach, speaker, and the creator and host of the podcast Coping With...
Owning Our Struggles & Finding Healing in Community with Minaa B., LCSW – Episode 284
February 27, 2024 15:03 - 40 minutes - 36.7 MBSelf-efficacy involves introspection, prompting us to inquire, what do I have control over that can help lead me toward a life that I feel I deserve to live? It entails taking baby steps in areas of my life where I have allowed myself to relinquish control and gradually reclaiming my power. While we all aspire to lead lives marked by joy and gratitude, we acknowledge that adversity may still surround us as we strive for these goals. In navigating this journey, the key lies in acknowledging t...
Owning Our Struggles & Finding Healing in Community with Minaa B., LMSW – Episode 284
February 27, 2024 15:03 - 40 minutes - 36.7 MBSelf-efficacy involves introspection, prompting us to inquire, what do I have control over that can help lead me toward a life that I feel I deserve to live? It entails taking baby steps in areas of my life where I have allowed myself to relinquish control and gradually reclaiming my power. While we all aspire to lead lives marked by joy and gratitude, we acknowledge that adversity may still surround us as we strive for these goals. In navigating this journey, the key lies in acknowledging t...
Clinicians Series: Discover Energy Healing with Dr. Bradley Nelson – Episode 283
February 20, 2024 18:41 - 34 minutes - 31.8 MBImagine if we could harness the innate capacity and inclination of our bodies to heal themselves. What if there existed a method to unleash the rejuvenating potential of our conscious minds, liberating us from the emotional baggage and pent-up energy that often leads to dysfunction within our bodies? In this insightful Clinician’s Series Episode, Dr. Graham Taylor speaks with Dr. Bradley Nelson. Bradley is one of the world’s foremost experts in the emerging fields of Bioenergetic Medicine an...
Psychological Safety in the Workplace with Tom Geraghty – Episode 282
February 15, 2024 15:22 - 43 minutes - 39.7 MBWe often frame the work environment as an execution problem rather than a learning problem. If we can reframe it as a learning problem, then we can improve over time. With this new mindset, we can create an environment where it’s safer to take acceptable, well defined intelligent risks, suggest new ideas, and admit mistakes. Tom is the CEO and founder of Psychological Safety (powered by Iterum Ltd). With a diverse background that encompasses ecological research, technology, and leadership ro...
The Transformative Ability of Listening with Christine Miles– Episode 281
February 13, 2024 16:31 - 38 minutes - 35.2 MBActively listening is no small task. Despite being a crucial element of effective communication, what makes it challenging to truly engage in this skill? In this episode, Dr. Graham Taylor speaks with Christine Miles. Christine is an executive coach, thought leader, entrepreneur, recognized world expert in the field of listening differently, and author of the book What Is It Costing You Not to Listen?: The Power of Understanding to Connect, Influence, Solve & Sell. For over 25 years, Christi...
Money Wounds & Financial Therapy with Brad Barrett – Episode 280
February 08, 2024 15:00 - 48 minutes - 44.1 MBWhen was the last day you didn't find yourself contemplating money at least once? It seems that, irrespective of who you are, the concept of money has inevitably woven itself into your daily thoughts, presenting itself as an essential consideration. In this episode, Sharlee Dixon speaks with Brad Barrett. Brad serves as the Managing Director and Partner at One Capital Management, LLC, a private wealth advisory firm overseeing $5 billion in assets. With an extensive background of nearly 20 ye...
Single Session Therapy, Scalable Impact with Dr. Jessica Schleider – Episode 279
February 06, 2024 14:23 - 41 minutes - 37.9 MBHow can we think about interventions that don't assume that folks are going to be able to come back for four months, once a week? In this episode, Sharlee Dixon speaks with Dr. Jessica Schleider. Jessica is Associate Professor of Medical Social Sciences at Northwestern University, where she directs the Lab for Scalable Mental Health. Schleider completed her PhD in clinical psychology at Harvard University, her doctoral internship in clinical and community psychology at Yale School of Medicin...
The Power to Fix Your Anxiety with Faust Ruggiero – Episode 278
January 30, 2024 15:00 - 43 minutes - 39.8 MBWe’ve been taught to think of anxiety as though we have a mental disease. Anxiety is primarily a physiological reaction. If we can sympathize over those fight or flight moments, we can start to retrain your brain and manage that moment in a different way. In this episode, Dr. Graham Taylor speaks with Faust Ruggiero. Faust is a seasoned professional with nearly 40 years of experience in counseling and psychology. His career has spanned a wide array of settings, from clinics for deaf children...
ECM Method for Well-Being with Dr. Ellen Cutler – Episode 277
January 25, 2024 15:38 - 38 minutes - 35.7 MBThere can be block in our lives. They can be emotional, food sensitivities, and other more chronic issues. With ECM, a clearing process, it can help get our brain to realign with our body in ways that we can transcend and be successful in life. In this episode, Dr. Graham Taylor speaks with Dr. Ellen Cutler. Ellen is a best-selling author with over 30 years of clinical experience as a chiropractor and pioneer in natural healing methods. Ellen specializes in desensitization of food and othe...
Rising Above Your Story with Karena Kilcoyne – Episode 276
January 23, 2024 14:54 - 47 minutes - 43.8 MBWhy do we feel so empty when we have so much? In this episode, Dr. Graham Taylor speaks with Karena Kilcoyne. Karena is an author and a former criminal defense attorney, who faced profound trauma early in her life. Her mother tried to give her away at birth, and at the age of 12, Karena’s father's incarceration left the family struggling. After her mother's death, Karena adopted her 9-year-old brother and graduated from law school at 24. Karena carried around two decades worth of suppressed...
12 Questions for Love: Unlocking Deeper Human Connection with Topaz Adizes – Episode 275
January 17, 2024 00:14 - 34 minutes - 31.6 MBEvery relationship has its own story, has its own world, has its own language. And there's something to be learned if you create the space and you ask good questions. In this episode, Sharlee Dixon speaks with Topaz Adizes. Topaz is an Emmy Award-winning writer, director, and experience design architect. He is an Edmund Hillary fellow and Sundance/Skoll stories of change fellow. His works have been selected to Cannes, Sundance, IDFA, and SXSW; featured in New Yorker magazine, Vanity Fair, an...
Bipolar General: Warrior’s Battle with Mental Illness with Maj. Gen. (Ret.) Gregg Martin– Episode 274
January 11, 2024 15:00 - 28 minutes - 26.4 MB“I was born with a bipolar brain, and that I lived on the bipolar spectrum pretty much my whole life.”- Gregg Martin. In this episode, Sharlee Dixon speaks with retired Major General Gregg Martin. Gregg Martin, PhD, is a retired major general and a 36-year Army combat veteran, celebrated for his remarkable career commanding engineer units and holding prestigious roles such as president of the National Defense University, and commander of Fort Leonard Wood. Gregg is an accomplished author, hi...
ABPsi & African-Centered Psychology with Dr. Donell Barnett – Episode 273
January 09, 2024 18:26 - 40 minutes - 37.5 MBWhen we think about cultures that are more community oriented, we embrace the concept of Ubuntu, which says “I am because you are. You are because I am”. It is this notion that we are inextricably connected to one another, to our world, to our environment, to all that is around us. In this episode, Dr. Graham Taylor speaks with Dr. Donell Barnett. Donell is a counseling psychologist and Past President at The Association of Black Psychologists. Donell has served as the Director of HIV Prevent...
The Mental Health Crisis Gripping Our Youth with Mark Cloutier– Episode 272
January 02, 2024 18:58 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MBThere are increasingly pervasive mental health issues that adolescents are experiencing. If we can help kids understand what they’re feeling and give them a language, that’s the beginning of being able to give them help. In this episode, Dr. Graham Taylor speaks with Mark Cloutier. Mark is the CEO of Caminar, a non-profit community-based agency that has been providing support services to individuals with mental health disorders for more than 50 years. Before joining Caminar, Mark held leader...
Addressing Alcohol Use Disorder: A Solution to Drink Less or Quit with Jonathan Hunt-Glassman – Episode 271
December 26, 2023 15:00 - 35 minutes - 32.8 MBWhen someone says “yes” to alcohol, they may not recognize that they’re saying “no” to so many other things. But, when you say “no” to alcohol, you now can say “yes” and come into an experience with all those things, that for some people, didn’t even know they were there. In this episode, Dr. Graham Taylor speaks with Jonathan Hunt-Glassman. Jonathan Hunt-Glassman is the Founder and CEO of Oar Health, an addiction recovery platform focused on making science-backed addiction medicine approach...
No Weigh: A Whole-Person Approach to Weigh Loss with Dr. Valerie Evans – Episode 270
December 19, 2023 15:00 - 33 minutes - 30.8 MBNo Weigh is a whole-person approach that treats weight loss as one part of a person’s life, interconnected with everything else that person values, In this episode, Dr. Graham Taylor speaks with Valerie Evans, BCBA. Valerie is a licensed and board-certified Behavior Analyst and founder of No Weigh, an app that leverages behavioral psychology and applied behavioral analysis to help users lose weight, ensure healthy habits, and build a healthier life. Valerie is a mom of three children and, af...
Cutting-Edge & Tailored Life-Skills-Training for Individuals with Disabilities with Molly Oshinski & Morgan Marquez – Episode 269
December 14, 2023 16:54 - 33 minutes - 31 MBVisualization is a powerful teaching tool. In this episode, Dr. Graham Taylor speaks with Molly Oshinski and Morgan Marquez. Molly and Morgan are the founders of Pickle System, a hands-off resource for BCBAs, special educators, and parents of individuals with disabilities providing animated video-models for a variety of living skills. Molly is the CEO of Pickle System and a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst and Licensed Behavior Analyst. She is currently pursuing her PhD at The University of ...
OCD, Anxiety, & Immersion Therapy with Dr. Sarah Olivo – Episode 268
December 12, 2023 15:52 - 44 minutes - 40.8 MBAnxiety is a safety strategy, it’s an early warning system at best. There’s a perception of a threat and the perception is that I’m not going to be able to handle the threat. The key word being “perception”. In this episode, Dr. Graham Taylor speaks with Dr. Sarah Olivo. Sarah is a licensed clinical psychologist with over two decades of experience. Sarah is the head of Lumate Academy, the training and education arm of Lumate Health, and co-hosts the "College Is Fine, Everything's Fine" podca...
BHT Special: Superpowers of Social Workers with Sharlee Dixon our Newest Host – Episode 267
December 07, 2023 14:48 - 20 minutes - 18.7 MBToday marks a particularly special episode where we get to introduce our newest host to our show, Sharlee R. Dixon, LMSW. At Behavioral Health Today, our commitment is to present a diverse range of perspectives and voices, both from our guests and our dedicated hosts. In this episode, Dr. Graham Taylor has the privilege to welcome Sharlee Dixon and give you our listeners a unique opportunity to discover more about her and welcome our new member to the BHT team. Sharlee Dixon is an accomplish...
PeopleUSA & Peer-led Innovation in Mental Health with Steve Miccio – Episode 266
December 05, 2023 15:00 - 34 minutes - 32 MBOur expectations should be that people can live a better life if they're given the right supports. In this episode, Dr. Graham Taylor speaks with Steve Miccio. Steve is the Chief Executive Officer of PeopleUSA, a non-profit organization dedicated to helping families and people with behavioral health challenges. Steve is an innovator in crisis response and mental health services. For over two decades, he has introduced groundbreaking models and approaches that reduce hospital utilization, inc...
Emotional Resolution & Visceral Somatic Quieting with Cedric Bertelli – Episode 265
November 28, 2023 15:48 - 39 minutes - 36.1 MBThe brain keeps the score, but the body is a score card. Every time we feel an emotional difficulty, we control either what we feel, or we control our environment. So, we shut down the emotion, and that’s the problem. We never let the prediction play out until the end, maintaining the loop or the belief that the situation we are in today holds some kind of danger. In this episode, Dr. Graham Taylor speaks with Cedric Bertelli. Cedric is the founder of the Emotional Health Institute, a non-pr...
High-Performer Challenges, Sports Injury, & End of Career Transitions with Jon Steele, LMFT – Episode 264
November 21, 2023 16:13 - 42 minutes - 39.1 MBIn athletics, and high-performance positions, you are constantly critiqued. Outcomes are often measured by stats or performance based. But we can’t always control performance-based outcomes. We can, however, control our effort-based actions. By rightsizing our reality, and focusing on our effort-based goals, we get to control the direction in how to show up in those moments and can transition into something more resilient. In this episode, Dr. Graham Taylor speaks with Jon Steele, LMFT. Jon ...
Devotion & Strengthening Wellness Through Fitness with Ben Smith – Episode 263
November 16, 2023 16:40 - 42 minutes - 39.2 MBDevotion is life giving. It creates momentum. Dedication to this practice, that by having focus of the things you want and by executing now, your ideal future self will be better off. In this episode, Dr. Graham Taylor speaks with Ben Smith. Ben Smith is a fitness and nutrition coach, entrepreneur, Army Veteran, and mental health advocate based in Los Angeles. With more than a decade working in health and fitness, he has led programming at respected strength training gyms in LA, developed on...
The Challenges of Access & Effectiveness of Treatment with Linda Rosenberg, MSW – Episode 262
November 13, 2023 19:51 - 39 minutes - 35.9 MBCurrently, there is more opportunity for practitioners and more interest from the public. So now the question is, can we get care for the people that want it, and is the care delivered effective? In this episode, Dr. Graham Taylor speaks with Linda Rosenberg, MSW. Linda is on the faculty of Columbia University’s Department of Psychiatry where she focuses on public and private sector partnerships that elevate, expand, and refine mental health and addictions care. Prior to joining Columbia, Li...
Working with Creative & Artistic Clients with Rachel Moore, LMFT – Episode 261
November 09, 2023 21:30 - 33 minutes - 30.5 MBIn the words of Julia Cameron, “if you want to work on your art, work on your life.” In this episode, Dr. Graham Taylor speaks with Rachel Moore, LMFT. Prior to Rachel’s career as a Marriage and Family Therapist, Rachel earned a bachelor’s degree in creative writing and enjoyed a 14-year career as a newspaper copy editor, winning a Pulitzer Prize in 2006 along with the staff of the San Diego Union-Tribune. She left newspapers in 2010 to study for her master’s degree in Marriage and Family Th...
Resiliency: From Hopelessness to CEO with Dennis Miller – Episode 260
November 07, 2023 14:55 - 46 minutes - 42.9 MBWe embody the sum of our past experiences, yet our potential isn't confined to the limitations of those events. Oftentimes, a version of ourselves becomes ensnared by these experiences, constraining our true identity. Through introspective efforts and inner work, we can liberate ourselves from these constraints, allowing our genuine identity to unfurl and flourish. In this episode, Dr. Graham Taylor speaks with Dennis Miller. Dennis is the Founder and Chairman of DCM Associates, Inc. He is a...
A New Directory Connecting Clinical Supervisors with Seekers with Dr. Amy Parks – Episode 259
October 31, 2023 13:26 - 33 minutes - 30.7 MBSupervision is the way to help the next generation of clinicians become ready for the exponentially growing mental health emergency that we have experienced over the last several years. In this episode, Dr. Graham Taylor speaks with Dr. Amy Parks. Dr. Parks is the Founder and CEO for the Clinical Supervision Directory, connecting clinical supervisors with supervision-seekers and providing ongoing support to the mental health field with education in supervision and ethics. Amy holds a doctora...
CBRT & Addressing a Broken System of Social Identities with Dr. Dana Crawford – Episode 258
October 26, 2023 15:25 - 44 minutes - 41 MBRacism, prejudice, and bias forms a barrier to people’s true humanity. How could your biases prevent you from behaving in ways that are in line with your values? In this episode, Dr. Graham Taylor speaks with Dr. Dana Crawford. Dana is a pediatric and clinical psychologist who developed the Crawford Bias Reduction Theory & Training (CBRT), a systematic approach to reducing bias, prejudice, and racism. Dana is a graduate of Howard, Temple, and Miami Universities and has degrees in counseling, ...
Building Resilience for Individuals through Trauma Education with Dr. Anthony Salerno – Episode 257
October 24, 2023 14:13 - 41 minutes - 37.8 MBIf we can recognize that our training and systems shape our lens, and how our lens shapes us and our clients, we can correctively develop a lens that can get us closer to reality. Rather than the diagnoses of mental illness, we can recognize that folks have a lot more resilience in themselves than they oftentimes see. In this episode, Dr. Graham Taylor speaks with Dr. Anthony Salerno. Tony is a New York State-licensed psychologist with over 30 years of public mental health experience in adul...
Somatic Therapy & Enlisting Your Body as an Ally in Healing with Maira Holzmann – Episode 256
October 16, 2023 19:45 - 36 minutes - 33.8 MBLearning how to befriend your nervous system, your body, and the important information that it’s communicating to your mind, is one of the most holistic and sustainable ways to heal. In this episode, Dr. Graham Taylor speaks with Maira Holzmann. Maira is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and somatic therapist who specializes in helping people heal from the impacts of childhood trauma. Maira completed her undergraduate degree in psychology at the University of Michigan in 1993, her Masters o...
Clinicians Series: Children’s Emotional Wellness with Ashley Williams, CEO of Clymb – Episode 255
October 12, 2023 15:17 - 34 minutes - 31.3 MBEmotional intelligence skills in youth are so important because it can predict later life outcomes. A child’s overall wellbeing throughout their critical years of development can lead to better academic and mental health success. Today’s episode is part of our clinicians’ series, where we provide a more practice, more hands-on experiential understanding of the application of various techniques, strategies, and constructs. In this episode, Dr. Graham Taylor speaks with Ashley Williams. Ashley...
The Harris Project & Co-Occurring Disorders with Stephanie Marquesano– Episode 254
October 10, 2023 18:25 - 42 minutes - 38.5 MB17.9 million Americans meeting the criteria for a clinical diagnosis of co-occurring disorders (COD). Research suggesting that 70% of all of those misusing and/or addicted to substances have co-occurring mental health challenges. These alarming statistics are the reason the Harris Project is determined to bringing co-occurring disorders out of the shadows and into the light. In this episode, Dr. Graham Taylor speaks with Stephanie Marquesano, Founder and President of the Harris Project, the ...
Letters to Strangers: Youth-to-Youth Mental Health with Diana Chao– Episode 253
October 03, 2023 14:00 - 33 minutes - 30.5 MBThere is a lot of psychological research that shows that there’s so much healing power in a secure relationship where you can speak and share how you feel. In this episode, Dr. Erin Elmore speaks with Diana Chao, founder and Executive Director of Letters to Strangers, a non-profit that seeks to destigmatize mental illness and increase access to affordable, quality mental health treatment for young people. Diana has a really unique story. She grew up with bipolar disorder and complex PTSD. Af...
Life-Enhancing Anxiety with Dr. Kirk J. Schneider – Episode 252
September 28, 2023 17:29 - 33 minutes - 31 MBManaging anxiety can be a powerful gateway into awareness and presence. Over time, connecting with the most difficult parts of themselves, so they can reoccupy, explore, and discover life-enhancing opportunities to grow. In this episode, Dr. Graham Taylor speaks with Dr. Kirk Schneider. Kirk is a leading spokesperson for existential-humanistic and existential-integrative psychology. Dr. Schneider is an adjunct faculty member at Saybrook University and Teachers College, Columbia University, a...