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Welcome to a new episode of the Sanity Podcast, where host Dr. Jason Duncan is joined by esteemed guests Dr. Simon Rego and Dr. Julian Barling to discuss the impact of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) on leadership. Simon, Chief of Psychology at Montefiore Medical Center, and Julian, a professor at Queen's University School of Business, explore the unique stressors that leaders face and why…
In this episode of the Sanity Podcast, we welcome back Dr. Scott Waltman, a renowned clinical psychologist and master CBT therapist, to delve into the philosophy of Stoicism and its application in modern Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Dr. Waltman discusses his new podcast and book on Stoicism, the Stoic principles' alignment with human nature, and how Stoicism can be integrated into…
In this episode of Sanity Podcast, we commemorate the 50th anniversary of Dr. Gerald Davison's 1974 ABCT presidential address on the wrongs of Conversion Therapy with co-host Dr. Joel Becker. 00:00 Welcome to Sanity Podcast 00:38 Introducing Dr. Joel Becker 02:14 Meet Dr. Gerald Davison 03:37 The Impact of Dr. Davison's 1974 Address 04:59 Dr. Becker's Personal Journey 07:36 Change in Dr. Davison's…
This special episode of Sanity Podcast, titled 'The MJ's Eras Tour', features a deep dive into the history and growth of the Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies (ABCT) alongside its impact on cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) as a field. Mary Jane Eimer, known as MJ, reflects on her 45-year tenure as the executive director of ABCT, discussing the association's milestones, leadership…
This episode of the Sanity Podcast focuses on the harms caused by the misapplication of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), particularly towards minoritized populations. Guests Dr. Ilana Seager van Dyk and Dr. Alexandria Miller discuss their research on mental health disparities and the importance of culturally adaptive treatments. They address how misapplied therapeutic interventions can…
This second episode features an extensive discussion with Dr. Resick on various facets of CPT therapy, innovative advancements, and its application in treating PTSD. They cover topics like the DSM's limitations, emotional neglect, and abuse in the context of PTSD, the concept of post-traumatic growth, the evolution and different versions of CPT, including its effectiveness and application for…
This episode of the Sanity Podcast features an in-depth interview with Dr. Patricia Resick, a leading expert in Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) for PTSD, discussing the nuances of trauma, PTSD, and the effectiveness of CPT. Dr. Resick brings her extensive background in clinical psychology and her research on PTSD to shed light on trauma responses, misconceptions about PTSD, and the mechanisms…
This episode delves into the intricacies of telehealth in the mental health field, featuring insights from Dr. Alvord and discussions on its appropriateness for various client demographics, including new parents, individuals with social phobia, and the elderly. It covers the challenges and considerations of telehealth, including ethical, logistical, ADA considerations, and the impact of recent…
This episode of Sanity podcast features Dr. Mary K. Alvord, a psychologist with extensive clinical experience, discussing the ins and outs of starting and managing a telehealth practice. Key topics include the early adoption and technological challenges of telehealth, considerations for integrating multiple office locations, the evolution of telehealth practices, and the effective use of…
In this second episode, Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) experts, Dr. Kate Gibson and Dr. Corey Lineman, provide an in-depth discussion on the PCIT protocol for older children (mid-elementary to late elementary age). They explain how specific techniques are gradually introduced to shape behavior, using rewards to keep children invested in the therapeutic process. A range of topics are…