Integrative Psychiatry Review
30 episodes - English - Latest episode: 12 months ago - ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsIntended for both the professional and lay-person, Dr. Matthew Hicks will discuss a plethora of issues relating to mental health and a life well lived. Topics will include things like mindfulness, medication management, herbal medicine, diet, social skills, psychedelics, and much more. Some episodes will highlight and review new research, answer subscriber questions, interviews with experts and thought leaders, and include lots of helpful tips along the way.
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026 Orthomolecular Psychiatry with James Greenblatt
May 09, 2023 22:00 - 27 minutes - 19.2 MBIn this episode I speak with James Greenblatt about orthomolecular psychiatry. A pioneer in the field of integrative medicine, James M. Greenblatt, MD, has treated patients since 1988. After receiving his medical degree and completing his psychiatry residency at George Washington University, Dr. Greenblatt completed a fellowship in child and adolescent psychiatry at Johns Hopkins Medical School. Dr. Greenblatt served as the Chief Medical Officer at Walden Behavioral Care in Waltham, MA for n...
025 Cannabis with Steve DeAngelo
May 01, 2023 19:00 - 59 minutes - 40.7 MBIn this episode I speak with Steve DeAngelo about the cannabis industry. As a lifelong activist, author, educator, investor, and entrepreneur, he has spent more than four decades on the front lines of the cannabis reform movement. His most notable business achievements include co-founding Harborside-one of the first six dispensaries licensed in the United States-now a publicly-traded company on the Canadian Securities Exchange; Steep Hill Laboratory, the first cannabis analytics company; Arc...
024 Physician Burnout with Rebekah Mills, PA
April 12, 2022 23:00 - 38 minutes - 26.3 MBIn this episode I speak with physician assistant, Rebekah Mills, PA about burnout among healthcare professionals and what can be done about it. Useful links: https://www.warrenwellnessmd.com/cme-events-and-conferences https://www.drmatthewhicks.com/ https://www.synaptic.care/ Disclaimer: topics discussed on the podcast are for educational purposes only and should not be construed as medical advice. Consult with your medical provider about the appropriateness of these interventions in yo...
023 Diagnosis with Greg Robillard, MFT
April 05, 2022 20:00 - 42 minutes - 29.3 MBIn this episode I speak with family therapist, Greg Robillard, MFT about the art and science of mental health diagnosis. Useful links: https://www.treewellhealing.com/ https://www.drmatthewhicks.com/ https://www.synaptic.care/ Disclaimer: topics discussed on the podcast are for educational purposes only and should not be construed as medical advice. Consult with your medical provider about the appropriateness of these interventions in your individual case. Music credit: Multiverse by K...
022 Neuropsychoimmunology with Heather Zwickey, PhD
March 16, 2022 00:00 - 55 minutes - 38.4 MBIn this episode I speak with immunologist Heather Zwickey, PhD about the fascinating science of psychoneuroimmunology. We discuss: sickness behaviors the role and toll of stress inflammation and mental health practical recommendations clinical interventions Useful links https://www.heatherzwickey.com/ https://www.drmatthewhicks.com/ https://www.synaptic.care/ Disclaimer: topics discussed on the podcast are for educational purposes only and should not be construed as medical advice...
021 Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine for Mental Health with Dr. Kayla Harrop
January 28, 2022 00:00 - 58 minutes - 40.6 MBIn this episode I speak with Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine, Kayla Harrop about the benefits of Chinese medicine in mental and physical health. Useful links [email protected] https://www.drmatthewhicks.com/ https://www.synaptic.care/ Disclaimer: topics discussed on the podcast are for educational purposes only and should not be construed as medical advice. Consult with your medical provider about the appropriateness of these interventions in your individual cas...
020 Psychedelic Buddhism with Lama Mike Crowley
January 05, 2022 22:00 - 1 hour - 48.7 MBIn this episode I speak with the Author of Secret Drugs of Buddhism and teacher of the Kagyu lineage of Buddhism, Lama Mike Crowley. Useful links http://amritadzong.com/ https://bookshop.org/books/secret-drugs-of-buddhism-psychedelic-sacraments-and-the-origins-of-the-vajrayana/9780907791744 https://www.drmatthewhicks.com/ https://www.synaptic.care/ Disclaimer: topics discussed on the podcast are for educational purposes only and should not be construed as medical advice. Consult with y...
019 Herbal Medicine with Jillian Stansbury, ND
November 01, 2021 23:00 - 41 minutes - 28.2 MBIn this episode I speak with naturopathic physician and herbalist Dr. Jillian Stansbury about herbal medicine and its implications in mental health. Useful links https://healingartsapothecary.org/ https://battlegroundhealingarts.com/ https://www.chelseagreen.com/writer/jill-stansbury/ https://www.drmatthewhicks.com/ https://www.synaptic.care/ Disclaimer: topics discussed on the podcast are for educational purposes only and should not be construed as medical advice. Consult with your m...
018 - Exercise and Mental Health with Dr. Ose Okojie, ND
August 04, 2021 22:00 - 49 minutes - 34.2 MBIn this episode I speak with naturopathic physician Ose Okojie about mental health and exercise. Useful links https://www.psychiatrypodcast.com/psychiatry-psychotherapy-podcast/the-best-exercise-program-for-depression?rq=exercise https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7990819/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7436997/ https://impulse.appstate.edu/sites/impulse.appstate.edu/files/2006_06_05_Leuenberger.pdf https://www.okojiewellness.com/ https://www.drmatthewhicks.com...
017 Existentialism with Tal Sharabi, LPC
May 31, 2021 23:00 - 1 hour - 71.7 MBI speak with Tal Sharabi, LPC about existentialism. We cover the philosophy, psychotherapy, and personal experience of existing in the world. The discussion includes a fair amount of psychedelic and Buddhist perspectives, as well as anecdotes about death, meaning, religion, spirituality, and what matters. Useful links https://www.drmatthewhicks.com/ https://www.synaptic.care/ Disclaimer: topics discussed on the podcast are for educational purposes only and should not be construed as medi...
016 Mental Health Crisis Peer Support with Kevin Fitts
February 12, 2021 00:00 - 1 hour - 48.7 MBIn this episode I speak with mental health advocate Kevin Fitts about mental health crisis peer support and the benefits and pitfalls of psychedelics in culture and medicine. Useful links http://omhca.org/ https://www.drmatthewhicks.com/ https://www.synaptic.care/ Disclaimer: topics discussed on the podcast are for educational purposes only and should not be construed as medical advice. Consult with your medical provider about the appropriateness of these interventions in your individua...
015 The Ketogenic Diet for Mental Health
October 02, 2020 03:00 - 31 minutes - 21.7 MBIn this episode I speak with nutritionist Colleen Kuhn, RD about the science, benefits, and challenges of the ketogenic diet. Useful links https://www.nutritiontranslator.com/ https://www.drmatthewhicks.com/ https://www.synaptic.care/ Disclaimer: topics discussed on the podcast are for educational purposes only and should not be construed as medical advice. Consult with your medical provider about the appropriateness of these interventions in your individual case. Music credit: Multive...
014 Veterans, PTSD, and Psychedelics with Scott Slay
July 13, 2020 23:00 - 59 minutes - 40.9 MBIn this episode, I speak with veteran and COO of Silo Wellness Retreats, Scott Slay. We share our military experiences and his struggle to find help with his PTSD until psychedelics changed his life. Useful links: https://siloretreats.com/ https://www.drmatthewhicks.com/ https://www.synaptic.care/ Disclaimer: topics discussed on the podcast are for educational purposes only and should not be construed as medical advice. Consult with your medical provider about the appropriateness of the...
013 - Oregon's Psilocybin Service Initiative
June 10, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 53.1 MBIn this episode, I present a webinar on the Art and Science of Psilocybin Therapy. We also hear from Sam Chapman the campaign manager for IP 34 on the Oregon ballot measure to make psilocybin services available. Useful links: https://yesonip34.org/ https://www.drmatthewhicks.com/ https://www.synaptic.care/ Disclaimer: topics discussed on the podcast are for educational purposes only and should not be construed as medical advice. Consult with your medical provider about the appropriatene...
012 - Vulnerability with Joey Cardella
April 22, 2020 23:00 - 1 hour - 53.2 MBI speak with Joey Cardella, a life coach and friend about vulnerability, why it’s hard, how we cultivate it in ourselves, how it promotes creativity and authenticity, how vulnerability fits in with psychedelics, and we both share what is present in our lives around this issue. Useful links: http://joeycardella.com/home/ Disclaimer: topics discussed on the podcast are for educational purposes only and should not be construed as medical advice. Consult with your medical provider about the a...
011 - Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy with Will Barone, PhD
February 28, 2020 22:00 - 1 hour - 44.1 MBI speak with Will Barone, PhD, a clinical psychologist in Oakland, California with both research and clinical experience in psychedelics. We discuss the following: What is Ketamine-assisted psychotherapy? For the sake of harm reduction, what should people know about street ketamine use in recreational settings? What are the contraindications, risks, and suggestions for safe use? What is the history of ketamine’s discovery and use? What is the chemistry of ketamine? What brain regions a...
011 - Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy with Will Barone, PsyD
February 28, 2020 22:00 - 1 hour - 44.1 MBI speak with Will Barone, PsyD, a clinical psychologist in Oakland, California with both research and clinical experience in psychedelics. We discuss the following: What is Ketamine-assisted psychotherapy? For the sake of harm reduction, what should people know about street ketamine use in recreational settings? What are the contraindications, risks, and suggestions for safe use? What is the history of ketamine’s discovery and use? What is the chemistry of ketamine? What brain regions ...
010 - MDMA with Erica Zelfand, ND
February 04, 2020 04:00 - 52 minutes - 36.2 MBI speak with Dr. Erica Zelfand, a family physician, writer, speaker, and expert in psychedelic medicine. She has completed MAPS training for MDMA-assisted psychotherapy, trained sitters for the Zendo Project, and spoken at many conferences and workshops on psychedelics. In this interview we cover: What is MDMA and why is it illegal? For the sake of harm reduction, what should people know about Ecstacy use in recreational settings? What are contraindications, risks, and suggestions for saf...
009 - The ManKind Project with Ken Bonnin Jr.
January 06, 2020 23:00 - 48 minutes - 33.6 MBI speak with Ken Bonnin, Jr. a leader in the Mankind Project about what the work means to him. We also cover: What is MKP and how did it come about? Why do men choose to do this work? Why is it only for men? What about gay, bi, or trans men? What are the masculine archetypes used in the work? What are the values of vulnerability and community among men? Useful links: https://mankindproject.org/ Disclaimer: topics discussed on the podcast are for educational purposes only and should...
008 - Brain Wash with Austin Perlmutter, MD
December 11, 2019 06:00 - 48 minutes - 33.1 MBIn this episode, I speak with Austin Perlmutter, MD about his new book Brain Wash: Detox Your Mind for Clearer Thinking, Deeper Relationships, and Lasting Happiness. We discuss the pitfalls of modern life and how it leads to unhappiness and ways we can improve it by reducing our digital exposure, changing our diet, nature exposure, exercise, practicing mindfulness and empathy. Useful links: Brain Wash: https://brainwashbook.com/ The Modern Brain: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/t...
007 Loneliness and What To Do About It
November 26, 2019 05:00 - 23 minutes - 16.3 MBIn this episode, I discuss the science of loneliness and what to do about it. Disclaimer: topics discussed on the podcast are for educational purposes only and should not be construed as medical advice. Consult with your medical provider about the appropriateness of these interventions in your individual case. Music credit: American Vernacular by RAGE Donate here to support the podcast: https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=84UDKKRJZHGD4&source=url Listen o...
007 - Loneliness and What To Do About It
November 26, 2019 05:00 - 23 minutes - 16.3 MBIn this episode, I discuss the science of loneliness and what to do about it. Disclaimer: topics discussed on the podcast are for educational purposes only and should not be construed as medical advice. Consult with your medical provider about the appropriateness of these interventions in your individual case. Music credit: American Vernacular by RAGE Donate here to support the podcast: https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=84UDKKRJZHGD4&source=url Listen o...
006 Financial Wellness with Matt Kelly
November 12, 2019 00:00 - 42 minutes - 29.2 MBIn this episode, I speak with author, business coach, and personal finance guru, Matt Kelly about financial wellbeing. We discuss: Where do we learn how to manage our money How money influences our relationships Income inequality, student loan debt, and other sources of financial stress The pitfalls of adopting a poverty mentality How to empower a healthier relationship with money Useful links: https://www.amazon.com/Get-Money-Savvy-Control-Dreams-ebook/dp/B07SRD61Q1 https://www.pers...
006 - Financial Wellness with Matt Kelly
November 12, 2019 00:00 - 42 minutes - 29.2 MBIn this episode, I speak with author, business coach, and personal finance guru, Matt Kelly about financial wellbeing. We discuss: Where do we learn how to manage our money How money influences our relationships Income inequality, student loan debt, and other sources of financial stress The pitfalls of adopting a poverty mentality How to empower a healthier relationship with money Useful links: https://www.amazon.com/Get-Money-Savvy-Control-Dreams-ebook/dp/B07SRD61Q1 https://www.pers...
005 - Sex Talk with Evelin Dacker, MD
October 28, 2019 11:00 - 35 minutes - 24.6 MBIn this episode I speak with Dr. Evelin Dacker, executive director of SexPositive Portland. We discuss: Mission of SexPositive Portland Why is sex important for our mental health or otherwise? What are the consequences of denying our sexual nature? How would one go about exploring their sexuality? Myth-busting: Porn leads to "deviance" Masturbation is for people who can't get laid Polyamory is for sex addicts BDSM and kink are unhealthy How can someone who is single explore these t...
004 - Cohousing with Diane Margolis, PhD
October 14, 2019 18:00 - 45 minutes - 31.1 MBIn this interview about cohousing with Diane Margolis, PhD we discuss: Diane’s background, both professional and personal as it relates to cohousing. Her involvement with the Cohousing Research Network. Defining what is cohousing? Why would people want to house themselves this way? What are the challenges with this model? What does the research say? What research still needs to be done? Links: Cohousing: A Contemporary Approach to Housing Ourselves by Kathryn McCamot and Charles Dur...
003 - Mindfulness and Buddhist Psychology with David Sudar
September 30, 2019 18:00 - 53 minutes - 36.8 MBIn this episode, I speak with former monk and Buddhist teacher, David Sudar. We explore questions like: What is the core of Buddhist psychology? What makes it different than a typical western mindset? What makes it different from a religion? What is the role of mindfulness in Buddhist psychology? Does one require the other? Do Buddhist ideas arise from a meditation practice? Does Buddhism require meditation What does Buddhism offer in terms of ethics and how to live our lives? What ...
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002 - Saffron for ADHD
September 02, 2019 22:00 - 10 minutes - 7.18 MBSaffron for ADHD Baziar S, Aqamolaei A, Khadem E, et al. Crocus sativus L. Versus Methylphenidate in Treatment of Children with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder: A Randomized, Double-Blind Pilot Study. J Child Adolesc Psychopharmacol. 2019;29(3):205-212. The standard of care in treating ADHD is the use of stimulant medications, the most popular of which is methylphenidate (Ritalin). It works by blocking the reuptake of norepinephrine and dopamine in presynaptic neurons in the cere...
001 - The (Re)Emerging Field of Psychedelic Psychiatry
September 02, 2019 22:00 - 33 minutes - 23.4 MBDonate Here Presented at the International Congress on Naturopathic Medicine - 2019 DEFINITIONS Psychotomimetic: Outdated term used to describe substances that mimic psychosis Hallucinogen: A substance that generates hallucinations (does not accurately describe psychedelic experience) Psychedelic: an experience in which the mind (soul) is fully manifested Entheogen: a psychedelic substance specifically used for spiritual practice Microdosing: the practice of using sub-psychedelic dose...