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The Self Careapist Therapist PodcastThe Fraud Feeling: EMDR for High AchieversIn this first solo episode of The Self Careapist Therapist Podcast, I'm diving into the treatment of high achievers and entrepreneurs and some of the common symptoms they may experience, including ADHD, depression, anxiety symptoms and imposter syndrome. I detail how Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing can be a helpful treatment modality, as well as the course of training to begin using EMDR as a therapist. You’ll also hear how the Adaptive Information Processing (AIP) model rewires the brain to replace “I’m not enough” with a grounded sense of capability.I close with my own sel...
2025-08-1332 minThe Self Careapist Therapist PodcastProlonged Grief and Seeking Help with Dr. Sonya Lott, PhDWhat if grief doesn’t get easier with time? In this deeply moving and informative episode, Lorain Moorehead, LCSW, sits down with Dr. Sonya Lott, expert in grief therapy and affiliate of the Center for Prolonged Grief, to explore Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)—what it is, how it’s diagnosed, and why so many therapists and clients miss it.Whether you're a therapist, a grieving human, or someone supporting others through loss, this conversation offers clarity, compassion, and actionable insight. Dr. Lott walks us through the evolution of grief language (from traumatic to complicated to prolonged), explains why th...
2025-08-061h 00The Self Careapist Therapist PodcastWhy OCD is not an Adjective with Dr. Elizabeth McIngvaleIn this episode, Lorain speaks with Dr. Liz McIngvale; the co-founder of new mental health training app MHNTI, the director of the OCD Institute of Texas, and adjunct faculty at Baylor College of Medicine. A nationally and internationally recognized authority on obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), Dr. McIngvale has published over 35 peer-reviewed journal articles, multiple textbook chapters and is a sought-after contributor to national expert panels, media, and conferences. This episode packs a punch, describing the importance of proper training when it comes to treating OCD, the importance in not using "OCD" casually to describe preferences, and gives the low down...
2025-07-3043 minThe Self Careapist Therapist PodcastStrengthening Emotional Bonds and Fostering Deep Connections in Couples Therapy with Dr. Marni FeuermanIn this episode, Lorain sits down with Dr. Marni Feuerman, LCSW, LMFT, clinical psychologist and author of Ghosted and Breadcrumbed to explore different approaches to couples therapy including the two she's highly trained in--Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and Gottman. We cover the key tenants of both approaches, how to get started with them, as well as attachment styles and chemistry. Dr. Feuerman is a self-proclaimed therapy nerd and was able to give some key insight into how she has used her endless curiousity to expand and establish her career. Time stamps:00:00 Journey Through Couples Therapy Tra...
2025-07-2357 minThe Self Careapist Therapist PodcastRewrite the Story of Psychosis with Hope with guest Dr. Aaron Brinen, Psy.D.This episode was timed the week of Dr. Aaron Brinen's new book, Living Well with Psychosis. One of the lines I liked in his book is "in order to talk about Living Well, we have to talk about living," and, we do! From developing goals and aspirations to supporting and encouraging the family, and discussing how to incorporate activity, and plenty of it, we cover some key elements of treating psychosis in addition to discussion about how to support some of the specific obstacles that our clients living with psychosis may be facing. We talk about the development of th...
2025-07-1656 minThe Self Careapist Therapist PodcastAttachment Wounds Through the Lens of Complex Trauma with Melissa LapidesMelissa Lapides, LMFT (@getsecurelyattached) discusses the profound effects of complex trauma, particularly in early childhood, and how it manifests in adult relationships. She emphasizes the importance of understanding attachment theory and how early experiences shape our emotional responses and relationships. Melissa shares her personal journey of healing from trauma and the significance of trauma-informed care in therapy. The discussion also touches on the role of attachment in relationships with pets and the importance of co-regulation. Overall, the conversation highlights the need for deeper understanding and healing of attachment wounds to foster healthier relationships.Whether you're a therapist...
2025-07-0943 minThe Self Careapist Therapist PodcastBeing Seen, Being You: DBT Skills for a Life Worth Living with Dr. Kiki FehlingFor the therapist who might incorporate a DBT skill here or there but has always wondered what else there is to know...In this conversation, Dr. Kiki Fehling a clinical psychologist and Dialectical Behavior Therapy Certified researcher discusses her journey into Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), its structure, and its application, particularly within the LGBTQIA+ community. She explains the importance of consultation teams, the role of mindfulness, and the dialectical approach of acceptance and change. Dr. Fehling shares insights on key DBT skills, such as distress tolerance and opposite action, and highlights the goal of building a life...
2025-07-0254 minThe Self Careapist Therapist PodcastThe Traumaplay Path: Child, caregiver, and therapist dyads in play therapy with Paris Goodyear-BrownSummaryIn this conversation, I have the pleasure of talking with Paris Goodyear Brown about the development and principles of her model Traumaplay, an integrative approach to play therapy that addresses the needs of families and children who have experienced trauma. The discussion covers the evolution of Traumaplay, the importance of attachment relationships, and the integration of various therapeutic models. Paris emphasizes the significance of assessment techniques, how she has integrated these principles at Nurture House, and the role of parents in the therapeutic process, and the necessity of self-care for therapists working with trauma.
2025-06-2539 min