Thoughts on Record: Podcast of the Ottawa Institute of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
165 episodes - English - Latest episode: 9 days ago -Thoughts on Record is the podcast of the Ottawa Institute of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (OICBT) located in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. Each week we explore topics relevant to clinicians and mental health consumers from a cognitive behavioural perspective; however, if you’re generally interested in psychology, psychotherapy, evolutionary psychology, mental health, the brain, dynamics of human behaviour, creativity, wellness & performance then this podcast will certainly be of interest to you. Thoughts on Record is hosted by OICBT clinical psychologist Dr. Pete Kelly, C. Psych. Dr. Kelly is a Clinical Professor in the School of Psychology at the University of Ottawa and Adjunct Research Professor in the Department of Neuroscience at Carleton University. In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Kelly is actively involved in directing speciality programming at OICBT, teaching and supervision, providing workshops to mental health professionals and is a frequent speaker to organizations around the impact of stress on well-being. Email the show: [email protected]. You can visit the OICBT at www.ottawacbt.ca. Original theme music courtesy of OPK5, outro music courtesy of Baldhero & Van Whelan https://baldherovanwhelan.bandcamp.com
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Dr. Mandisa Peterson, C.Psych & Dr. Jude Mary Cénat, C.Psych: Acknowledging & Addressing Structural Racism in Mental Health
February 15, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 62.9 MBThere has recently been a tremendous increase in awareness and acknowledgment of the systemic oppression and challenges faced by racialized populations not only generally, but in the context of mental health. Clinical psychologists Drs. Mandisa Peterson & Jude Mary Cénat join host Dr. Pete Kelly for a very important discussion around: the prevalence and nature of mental health challenges among racialized populations the important contribution of chronic stress stemming from racism & i...
Dr. Meagan Gallagher, C.Psych: Eating Disorders - Transcending Stereotypes to Optimize Care
February 08, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 72.3 MBEating disorders are among the most serious of mental health challenges, and yet are mired in stereotypes, stigma and misunderstanding. Clinical Psychologist Dr. Meagan Gallagher joins us for an in-depth discussion of eating disorders which covers: How Dr. Gallagher became interested in treating eating disorders from a personal and professional perspective An in-depth clinical consideration of the most common eating disorders in adults Conceptualizations around the clinical presentatio...
Dr. Jeff Perron, C.Psych: Effective Problem-Solving and Decision Making Through a CBT Lens
February 01, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 76.3 MBHelping clients to develop their own solutions to challenging problems as well as work through a variety of perspectives when considering an important decision are among the most important functions of therapy. Building on their Applying the 80-20 Rule to CBT episode of Thoughts on Record, OICBT clinicians Drs. Jeff Perron, C.Psych & Pete Kelly, C.Psych explore effective decision making and problem solving from a CBT lens. In this wide-ranging discussion they cover internal & external fact...
Nicole Arzt, M.S., L.M.F.T: Sometimes Therapy is Awkward
January 25, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 56.6 MBPsychotherapy can be a powerful & transformative experience for the clinician and client alike. In this episode psychotherapist and author Nicole Arzt, M.S., L.M.F.T. discusses her new book Sometimes Therapy is Awkward: A Collection of Life Changing Insights for the Modern Clinician. In this wide-ranging conversation a number of topics central to the process of therapy are addressed including: identifying and managing impostor syndrome/insecurity as a therapist reflections on how the p...
Kim Hellemans, Ph.D.: The Fascinating (and Surprising) Neuroscience & Psychology of Addiction
January 18, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 61 MBMaligned and misunderstood, addiction can present among the greatest clinical challenge to mental health professionals. In addition, the stigma and shame associated with addiction is a frequent and strong barrier to clients seeking services. Teaching professor, Chair of the Department of Neuroscience of Carleton University and host of the podcast Minding the Brain Dr. Kim Hellemans joins host Dr. Pete Kelly, C.Psych to discuss: how Dr. Hellemans became interested in the study of addicti...
Dr. Fred Luskin: Forgiveness as a Skill to Improve Health, Well-Being & Unresolved Grief
January 11, 2021 05:00 - 58 minutes - 40 MBForgiveness has been defined in many ways by many traditions. However, a powerful and clinically relevant way of defining forgiveness is as a suite of skills that can be learned to promote a sense of self-efficacy, emotional effectiveness, physical and emotional well-being & resolution of grieving in the aftermath of betrayal, wrongdoings and even trauma. In this episode with author, teacher, and clinician Dr. Fred Luskin, we discuss the clinical and practical implementation of his forgiven...
So, You're Thinking About Therapy...A Fireside Chat With Dr. Pete Kelly, C.Psych
December 21, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 49 MBDespite its many benefits, psychotherapy can understandably be an intimidating and scary proposition for many. In this special "fireside chat" edition of Thoughts on Record, host Dr. Pete Kelly, C.Psych walks you through: common reasons why people don’t, won't (or can’t) engage in therapy and some food for thought around how to think through these challenges some of the top reasons to consider engaging in therapy observations around what allows someone the best chance to benefit from...
Bret Weinstein, Ph.D.: Understanding, Leveraging & Refining Ancient Tools to Solve Modern Problems
December 15, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 70.7 MBEvolutionary biologist Bret Weinstein, Ph.D. joins host Pete Kelly, Ph.D., C.Psych for a wide-ranging discussion around how the understanding of ourselves from an evolutionary lens might help us to build the awareness needed at both the level of the individual as well as the collective, to identify, manage (and even solve) our most emergent and pressing challenges. In this discussion they explore in depth: some of our more challenging characteristics as a species and the selection pressure...
Dr. Blake Woodside, MD: Deep Brain Stimulation for Eating Disorders
December 07, 2020 05:00 - 51 minutes - 35.4 MBEating disorders such as anorexia nervosa can reflect among the most severe and debilitating forms of mental illness. In fact, anorexia nervosa has the highest mortality rate of any form of mental illness and unfortunately for a subset of clients, all current "gold standard" treatments can prove ineffective. Dr. Blake Woodside, MD, a pioneer in the revolutionary use of deep brain stimulation for treatment resistant eating disorders joins us to discuss: the history and development of DBS ...
Dr. Blake Woodside, MD: Deep Brain Stimulation for Eating Disorders
December 07, 2020 05:00 - 52 minutes - 36.3 MBEating disorders such as anorexia nervosa can reflect among the most severe and debilitating forms of mental illness. In fact, anorexia nervosa has the highest mortality rate of any form of mental illness and unfortunately for a subset of clients, all current "gold standard" treatments can prove ineffective. Dr. Blake Woodside, MD, a pioneer in the revolutionary use of deep brain stimulation for treatment resistant eating disorders joins us to discuss: the history and development of DBS ...
Joseph LeDoux, Ph.D.: Emotions, Consciousness & Psychotherapy
November 30, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 45.9 MBUnraveling the mystery of consciousness, including experiences nested within consciousness such as emotions reflects the leading edge of inquiry in a variety of fields including neuroscience, psychology and philosophy. Preeminent neuroscientist, author & musician Joseph LeDoux, PhD., a pioneer in the field of brain mechanisms of memory and emotion joins host Dr. Pete Kelly, C.Psych to discuss: Dr. LeDoux's model of emotions, including a comprehensive tracing of the perception of a stimul...
Joseph LeDoux, Ph.D.: Emotions, Consciousness & Psychotherapy
November 30, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 45 MBUnraveling the mystery of consciousness, including experiences nested within consciousness such as emotions reflects the leading edge of inquiry in a variety of fields including neuroscience, psychology and philosophy. Preeminent neuroscientist, author & musician Joseph LeDoux, PhD., a pioneer in the field of brain mechanisms of memory and emotion joins host Dr. Pete Kelly, C.Psych to discuss: Dr. LeDoux's model of emotions, including a comprehensive tracing of the perception of a stimul...
Dr. Cary Kogan, C.Psych: Psychopharmacology, Psychotherapy & Diagnostic Conundrums
November 23, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 51.7 MBMany psychotherapists have a number of clients who are taking psychotropic medications to address symptoms of mental illness; however, focused and in-depth didactic training in psychopharmacology as well as how to conceptualize the use of pharmacological strategies in the context of psychotherapy is not a core component of many graduate psychotherapy programs. Dr. Cary Kogan, C.Psych, a clinical psychologist with a Post-Doctoral Master's degree in clinical psychopharmacology, shares his ins...
Dr. Cary Kogan, C.Psych: Psychopharmacology, Psychotherapy & Diagnostic Conundrums
November 23, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 50.9 MBMany psychotherapists have a number of clients who are taking psychotropic medications to address symptoms of mental illness; however, focused and in-depth didactic training in psychopharmacology as well as how to conceptualize the use of pharmacological strategies in the context of psychotherapy is not a core component of many graduate psychotherapy programs. Dr. Cary Kogan, C.Psych, a clinical psychologist with a Post-Doctoral Master's degree in clinical psychopharmacology, shares his ins...
Stacey Kosmerly, Ph.D.: The Critical Role of Emotions in Psychotherapy & Life Itself
November 16, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 72 MBAlthough emotions comprise among the most profound and meaningful of human experiences, they can likewise evoke intense discomfort, avoidance or even phobic reactions. Effectively matching one's emotional reaction to the demands of the environment is a central task of every individual - a task which is increasingly difficult in an emotionally avoidant society with an increasing number of "virtual" interactions and cues. In our discussion today, OICBT clinician Stacey Kosmerly, Ph.D., sits...
Mr. Robert Whitaker: Anatomy of an Epidemic
November 09, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 53.9 MBMany mental health clinicians and consumers operate under the assumption that mental illness results from chemical imbalances in the brain. However, a close examination of the evidence strongly suggests that this is not the case. In fact, there is some suggestion that psychotropic medications such as antipsychotics and antidepressants used to treat mental illness may themselves perturb normal neurochemical functioning. Importantly, pharmacologically inducted alterations in the functioning o...
Dr. Karen G. Dyck, C. Psych., & Dr. Melissa Tiessen, C.Psych: Intentional Therapist - Convenient, Creative, & Playful Self-care for Female Mental Health Professionals
November 02, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 75.2 MBDespite widespread acknowledgment that self-care is an essential component of sustainable practice for mental health professionals, it is an area where many clinicians struggle to implement consistent healthy habits or necessary behavioural change. In 2019, Drs. Karen G. Dyck, C.Psych and Melissa Tiessen, C.Psych became the co-founders of the website Intentional Therapist and since then, have been actively engaged in efforts to help female mental health professionals find convenient, intent...
Dr. Karen G. Dyck, C. Psych., & Dr. Melissa Tiessen, C.Psych: Intentional Therapist - Convenient, Creative, & Playful Self-care for Female Mental Health Professionals
November 02, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 74.4 MBDespite widespread acknowledgment that self-care is an essential component of sustainable practice for mental health professionals, it is an area where many clinicians struggle to implement consistent healthy habits or necessary behavioural change. In 2019, Drs. Karen G. Dyck, C.Psych and Melissa Tiessen, C.Psych became the co-founders of the website Intentional Therapist and since then, have been actively engaged in efforts to help female mental health professionals find convenient, intent...
Dr. Kathryn Sexton, C.Psych (Interim Autonomous Practice): Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
October 26, 2020 06:00 - 1 hour - 61.9 MBWhile Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a common experience, it is not a challenge that many individuals - quite understandably - like to talk about or admit to struggling with. Unfortunately, many sufferers simply “learn to live with it”, but at the expense of flexibility and enjoyment in their lives around travel, commuting, sports, outdoor activities & relationships. Ottawa Institute of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy psychologist Dr. Kathryn Sexton joins host and colleague Dr. Pete Kelly...
Dr. Kathryn Sexton, C.Psych (Interim Autonomous Practice): Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
October 26, 2020 06:00 - 1 hour - 62.7 MBWhile Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a common experience, it is not a challenge that many individuals - quite understandably - like to talk about or admit to struggling with. Unfortunately, many sufferers simply “learn to live with it”, but at the expense of flexibility and enjoyment in their lives around travel, commuting, sports, outdoor activities & relationships. Ottawa Institute of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy psychologist Dr. Kathryn Sexton joins host and colleague Dr. Pete Kelly...
Mike Sullivan, RPh, BSP, MBA: Why Group Insurance Plans Hold the Key to Revolutionizing the Treatment of Mental Illness
October 19, 2020 06:00 - 2 hours - 84.5 MBDespite Canadian group insurance plans managing upwards of 35 billion dollars a year, mental health clinicians frequently experience significant frustration with respect to accessing the funds required to effectively treat their clients - especially those with more severe presentations. Co-founder of Cubic Health Inc., Mr. Mike Sullivan RPh, BSP, MBA joins Dr. Pete Kelly, C.Psych for an in-depth discussion of how innovations in the management and allocation of funds held in large self-funde...
Dr. Adam Kingsbury, C.Psych: Sports Psychology
October 12, 2020 22:00 - 1 hour - 81.4 MBSports psychology is strongly recognized as an indispensable tool to help athletes achieve maximum performance in high-stakes situations. However, in addition to facilitating sport-based outcomes, psychotherapy can also help athletes manage the demands and rigours of sport from a mental health perspective. Former Olympic coach (Canadian Women's Curling) and Clinical Psychologist (Supervised Practice), Dr. Adam Kingsbury outlines his journey into sports psychology, the definition of sports ...
Dr. Adam Kingsbury, C.Psych (Supervised Practice): Sports Psychology
October 12, 2020 22:00 - 1 hour - 80.6 MBSports psychology is strongly recognized as an indispensable tool to help athletes achieve maximum performance in high-stakes situations. However, in addition to facilitating sport-based outcomes, psychotherapy can also help athletes manage the demands and rigours of sport from a mental health perspective. Former Olympic coach (Canadian Women's Curling) and Clinical Psychologist (Supervised Practice), Dr. Adam Kingsbury outlines his journey into sports psychology, the definition of sports ...
Dr. Allen Frances, MD: Saving Normal
October 02, 2020 17:00 - 39 minutes - 27.5 MBWhile it is common to hear that we are in the midst of a mental health crisis, a closer examination of the available data strongly suggests that so-called diagnostic inflation may actually be a key contributor to the apparent increase in mental illness. Dr. Allen Frances, MD, author of Saving Normal: An Insider's Revolt Against Out-of-Control Psychiatric Diagnosis, DSM-5, Big Pharma, and the Medicalization of Ordinary Life speaks with host Dr. Pete Kelly, C.Psych around why it's so hard to ...
Dr. Allen Frances, MD: Saving Normal
October 02, 2020 17:00 - 38 minutes - 26.6 MBWhile it is common to hear that we are in the midst of a mental health crisis, a closer examination of the available data strongly suggests that so-called diagnostic inflation may actually be a key contributor to the apparent increase in mental illness. Dr. Allen Frances, MD, author of Saving Normal: An Insider's Revolt Against Out-of-Control Psychiatric Diagnosis, DSM-5, Big Pharma, and the Medicalization of Ordinary Life speaks with host Dr. Pete Kelly, C.Psych around why it's so hard to ...
Justin Barbour: Leaning Into Adversity to Find Meaning, Fulfilment & Resilience
September 26, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 43.7 MBWhile frequently unpleasant in the short-term, adversity often contains our best opportunities for personal growth. Newfoundland adventurer, videographer, teacher and author Justin Barbour shares the perspectives he has gained from a number of month to nearly three-month solo expeditions by canoe, kayak, and/or on foot in the rugged wilderness of Newfoundland & Labrador, Canada. We discuss the balance between documenting his expeditions vs. remaining present in the moment, navigating uncert...
Dr. Robyn Walser, Ph.D: Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
September 25, 2020 22:00 - 53 minutes - 36.7 MBBorrowing heavily from Eastern psychology, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) is currently among the most popular CBT approaches to a variety of human challenges. Dr. Robyn Walser, Ph.D., a prominent Clinical Psychologist who has published extensively around ACT in a variety of clinical contexts joins host Dr. Pete Kelly, PhD. for a discussion of the origins of ACT, the six core components of ACT with a special focus on willingness, ACT in the context of culturally bound narratives relat...
Dr. Alia Offman, C.Psych: Mindfulness As An Exposure-Based Intervention
September 18, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 45 MBIt's hard these days to pick up a magazine, browse the internet or peruse the self-help section without coming across "mindfulness"; however, there are frequently deep misunderstandings with respect to the correct definition, framing, application and utility of mindfulness in addressing mental health concerns as well as overall wellness. Co-director of the North American Chapter of the Mindfulness-Integrated CBT (MiCBT) Institute, Dr. Alia Offman, C. Psych, discusses the clinical path that ...
Dr. Randolph Nesse, MD: Good Reasons for Bad Feelings
September 12, 2020 00:00 - 1 hour - 54.6 MBMany clinicians are increasingly of the view that an evolutionary lens is essential for a true and deep understanding of the conceptualization and ultimately treatment of mental illness. Dr. Randolph Nesse, MD, one of the founders of evolutionary psychiatry and author of the book Good Reasons for Bad Feelings sits down with host Dr. Pete Kelly, C.Psych to discuss a wide range of topics including the principles of evolutionary medicine and psychiatry; the impact of an evolutionary lens on the...
Dr. Howard Schubiner, MD: Understanding & Treating Mind-Body Syndrome
September 11, 2020 19:00 - 49 minutes - 33.7 MBIt is increasingly recognized that psychological factors play a paramount role in the development and expression of physical symptoms including chronic pain. Mind-body Syndrome (MBS), a collection of commonly experienced physical symptoms caused by patterns of neurological response to stress and emotional reactions to stressful situations, provides an evidence-based framework for understanding the impact of psychological factors on physical symptoms. Dr. Howard Schubiner, MD, a pioneer in ...
Dr. Howard Schubiner, MD: Understanding & Treating Mind-Body Syndrome
September 11, 2020 19:00 - 47 minutes - 32.8 MBIt is increasingly recognized that psychological factors play a paramount role in the development and expression of physical symptoms including chronic pain. Mind-body Syndrome (MBS), a collection of commonly experienced physical symptoms caused by patterns of neurological response to stress and emotional reactions to stressful situations, provides an evidence-based framework for understanding the impact of psychological factors on physical symptoms. Dr. Howard Schubiner, MD, a pioneer in ...
Dr. Natasha Ballen, C.Psych: A Master Class in Maternal Mental Health
September 07, 2020 21:00 - 2 hours - 97.7 MBDespite maternal mental health having potentially wide-ranging and deep impacts on individuals, families and society in general, constructive and supportive discussion of maternal mental health is often hampered by "myths of motherhood" and an atmosphere of judgment perpetuated on social and other media. Drawing from her extensive clinical experience, OICBT Clinical and Health Psychologist Dr. Natasha Ballen provides a master class level overview of maternal mental health including i) the d...
Dr. Lesley Lutes, R.Psych: Small Changes - An Innovative and Evidence-based Approach to Weight Loss & Lifestyle Change
August 27, 2020 20:00 - 1 hour - 66.1 MBWhile many individuals are able to quickly lose weight through a variety of means, maintaining weight loss over time has proven to be elusive. Dr. Lesley Lutes, R. Psych joins host Dr. Pete Kelly, C. Psych to discuss Small Changes - an innovative evidence-based CBT approach to weight loss and lifestyle change that Dr. Lutes has developed and studied extensively. In the course of this discussion Drs. Lutes and Kelly discuss why behavioural change is so hard, consider the factors that contrib...
Dr. Jeff Perron, C.Psych: Applying the 80-20 Rule to CBT
July 21, 2020 01:00 - 1 hour - 61.2 MBThe Pareto Principle or "80-20 Rule" states that whether it be in sports, economics or health care, only 20% of inputs are responsible for 80% of a given outcome. Dr. Jeff Perron, C.Psych and host Dr. Pete Kelly, C.Psych explore this principle in the context of CBT where they identify those strategies and interventions which they feel provide the greatest value proposition for both clients and clinicians. In the course of this discussion Drs. Perron and Kelly outline cognitive restructuring,...
Dr. Kiran Vagada, C.Psych (Supervised Practice): An Introduction to Mindfulness
July 14, 2020 00:00 - 1 hour - 64.5 MBOICBT clinician Dr. Kiran Vagada, C.Psych (Supervised Practice) joins us to discuss a number of aspects of mindfulness including the definition of mindfulness, the evidence around mindfulness as therapeutic intervention, common myths around mindfulness, the "dark side" of mindfulness, the neurobiology of mindfulness as well as selected tools and strategies to help develop and stick with a mindfulness practice. We also briefly touch on theories of consciousness as it relates to the practice ...
Dr. Kiran Vagada, C.Psych: An Introduction to Mindfulness
July 14, 2020 00:00 - 1 hour - 65.3 MBOICBT clinician Dr. Kiran Vagada, C.Psych joins us to discuss a number of aspects of mindfulness including the definition of mindfulness, the evidence around mindfulness as therapeutic intervention, common myths around mindfulness, the "dark side" of mindfulness, the neurobiology of mindfulness as well as selected tools and strategies to help develop and stick with a mindfulness practice. We also briefly touch on theories of consciousness as it relates to the practice of mindfulness. Dr....
Dr. Charles Raison, MD: Depression - An Evolutionary Perspective
June 24, 2020 22:00 - 53 minutes - 36.7 MBDr. Charles Raison, MD, joins us in a wide-ranging discussion of depression from an evolutionary lens considering the role of inflammatory processes in the pathophysiology of depression; the potential adaptive role of depressive symptoms in the face of adverse environmental circumstances; potential pitfalls with respect to current diagnostic conceptualizations of depression; unintended side-effects of treatment of depression with antidepressants; and, the opportunity to leverage difficult ci...
Dr. Allan Abbass, MD: Intensive Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy
June 23, 2020 00:00 - 1 hour - 41.4 MBDr. Allan Abbass sits down to discuss Intensive Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy (ISTDP) in the treatment of a variety of psychological difficulties. We discuss the framework of ISTDP, conscious vs. unconscious anxiety pathways, patterns of body response that correlate with different types of emotional responses, where CBT and ISTDP overlap and where they may diverge and finally, the evidence base for this method. We also briefly discuss how medication can augment but also impede psychothe...
Dr. Bruce Hubbard: CBT for Tinnitus
June 16, 2020 23:00 - 1 hour - 44.8 MBDr. Bruce Hubbard PhD is a clinical psychologist based in New York City who developed tinnitus, hyperacusis and high-frequency hearing loss in 2005. After many months of struggle, he was encouraged to learn that cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), the treatment for stress and trauma he’d practiced his entire career, was the most researched, clinically-proven approach to tinnitus. Armed with his own expertise in CBT and having read everything he could about tinnitus, he guided himself through a...
Dr. Natasha Bouchard, C.Psych & Dr. Pamela Quintana, C.Psych: Virtual Reality & CBT
June 16, 2020 00:00 - 1 hour - 51.6 MBDrs. Natasha Bouchard, C.Psych & Drs. Pamela Quintana, C.Psych discuss the delivery of CBT using Virtual Reality (VR) technology. We discuss the evidence for VR therapy, the neurobiological mechanisms by which VR may work, common applications of VR in the context of CBT, tips & tricks for clinicians and finally, equipment requirements and technical considerations.
Dr. Natasha Bouchard, C.Psych & Dr. Pamela Quintana, C.Psych: Virtual Reality & CBT
June 16, 2020 00:00 - 1 hour - 52.5 MBDrs. Natasha Bouchard, C.Psych & Drs. Pamela Quintana, C.Psych discuss the delivery of CBT using Virtual Reality (VR) technology. We discuss the evidence for VR therapy, the neurobiological mechanisms by which VR may work, common applications of VR in the context of CBT, tips & tricks for clinicians and finally, equipment requirements and technical considerations.
Dr. Jennifer Karp, C. Psych: Becoming a Resilient Parent
May 15, 2020 20:00 - 1 hour - 65.7 MBDr. Jennifer Karp, C. Psych discusses pathways to becoming a resilient parent through consideration of self-care, self-compassion, building a village of support, modelling acceptance of uncertainty, the importance of accepting all emotions (especially our own) and the value of staying calm and not taking things personally.
Dr. Melissa Tiessen, C.Psych & Dr. Karen Dyck, C.Psych: Self-Care for Mental Health Professionals During the COVID-19 Pandemic
May 11, 2020 23:00 - 42 minutes - 28.9 MBDr. Melissa Tiessen, C.Psych and Dr. Karen Dyck, C.Psych, founders of www.intentionaltherapist.ca, speak to self-care for mental health professionals during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Eve Blouin, Ph.D.: Curating Flow States & Creativity
May 09, 2020 21:00 - 1 hour - 66.1 MBEve Blouin, Ph.D. is a Positive Psychologist located in Ottawa, Canada. We had a wide ranging conversation on creativity, flow states, crafting meaning and self-actualization. You can learn more about Dr. Blouin's work here: https://bevycreative.com. You can also visit her on her YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9Xd0ky89YFiYCA-TplB1GQ
Dr. Cathy Dandurand, C. Psych: Exploring the Negative Path to Happiness
May 09, 2020 12:00 - 2 hours - 95.6 MBDr. Cathy Dandurand, C. Psych and Dr. Pete Kelly, C. Psych embark on a discussion of the amazing book The Antidote: Happiness for People Who Can't Stand Positive Thinking by Oliver Burkeman only to find themselves pulled into an epic exploration of existential and meaning-based issues relevant to clinical work and life.
Dr. Melisa Robichaud, R.Psych: Coping With GAD During the COVID-19 Pandemic
April 26, 2020 20:00 - 56 minutes - 38.9 MBDr. Robichaud is a psychologist at the Vancouver CBT Centre, an adjunct faculty member in the Department of Psychology at the University of British Columbia (UBC), a clinical instructor in the UBC Department of Psychiatry, and a clinical associate in the Department of Psychology at Simon Fraser University (SFU). Dr. Robichaud’s area of specialization is cognitive-behaviour therapy (CBT) for anxiety disorders, with a special emphasis on generalized anxiety disorder (GAD). She has published n...
Dr. Candice Monson, C.Psych: Managing PTSD During the COVID-19 Pandemic
April 26, 2020 20:00 - 49 minutes - 34.2 MBDr. Monson is a Professor of Psychology at Ryerson University in Toronto, ON. Dr. Monson is one of the foremost experts on traumatic stress and the use of individual and conjoint therapies to treat PTSD. She has published extensively on the development, evaluation, and dissemination of PTSD treatments more generally. She is a Fellow of the American and Canadian Psychological Associations and was inducted into the Royal Society of Canada. Dr. Monson has co-authored 7 books, including the tre...
Dr. Kim Corace, C.Psych: Managing Substance Use During the COVID-19 Pandemic
April 26, 2020 20:00 - 30 minutes - 21 MBDr. Corace is the Director of Clinical Programming and Research in the Substance Use and Concurrent Disorders Program and the Executive Lead of the MindAbility Program at The Royal Ottawa Mental Health Centre. She is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at University of Ottawa, an Adjunct Research Professor at Carleton University, a Clinical Investigator with the Institute of Mental Health Research, and a Clinical Health Psychologist. Working at provincial, national, and in...
Dr. Christine Purdon, C. Psych: Coping With OCD During the COVID-19 Pandemic
April 18, 2020 20:00 - 53 minutes - 36.9 MBhttps://uwaterloo.ca/psychology/people-profiles/christine-purdon Dr. Purdon is a Registered Psychologist with the College of Psychologists of Ontario and has expertise in the assessment and treatment of mood and anxiety disorders in adults. She has practiced and taught cognitive-behaviour therapy (CBT) for over 20 years and is certified by the Canadian Association of Cognitive and Behavioural Therapies (CABCT). She provides psychological services through the University of Waterloo Centre f...
Dr. Keith Dobson, RPsych: Managing Depression During the COVID-19 Pandemic
April 18, 2020 18:00 - 56 minutes - 39 MBhttps://psyc.ucalgary.ca/profiles/keith-dobson Dr. Dobson is a Professor of Clinical Psychology at the University of Calgary in Canada, where he has served in roles such as Head of Psychology and Director of the Clinical Psychology program. His research has focused on both cognitive models and mechanisms in depression, and the treatment of depression, particularly using cognitive-behavioural therapies. He is also a Principal Investigator for the Opening Minds program of the Mental Health Co...