Psychologist Rick Raymond shares insights on mindfulness-based-therapies, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and the hurdles to intimacy in the age of digital technology.
*Recorded in the summer of 2019.
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ABOUT THE GUEST
- Rick received his PhD in Clinical Psychology in 2019 after completing his predoctoral internship at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Los Angeles. Although he works with a wide variety of clients, he has gained particular expertise in trauma-focused and mindfulness-based therapies. A former employee of Silicon Valley, Rick's research explores how technology can help lower barriers to effective psychological care, a subject he pursues with both passion and a hearty dose of skepticism. He recently moved to Washington DC to begin his postdoctoral residency.
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Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
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Controlling for Blindspots in mental health practice
- Psychology and Spirituality
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Human connection in digital age
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Importance of physical immediacy in relationship
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Technology's impact on emotional range
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Unpleasant emotions as emotional opportunities
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Productive Mindfulness vs Pointless Rumination
- The Power of Eye Contact
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Confronting Fear of Vulnerability
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Avoiding the Aversive
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Exploring your Emotional Range
Theme music composed by B.E.N. http://bit.ly/BENmusic
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