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Deliberating Practice: Deconstructing Psychotherapy for a Better FutureEpisode 11: Deconstructing TraumaIn this episode, Glenn and Richard discuss trauma, a central concept in the psychotherapy landscape. They explore the history of trauma, its contemporary definitions and framing, and deconstruct the space of trauma, emphasizing a return to the subjectivity of the client. This episode incorporates the work of Mark Epstein (The Trauma of Everyday Life) and Donald Kalsched (The Inner World of Trauma, Trauma and the Soul) to resituate the discussion of trauma around inner psychological dynamics. Trauma is emphasized as inescapable and essential in human life, and as sometimes affording the possibility of growth.2025-07-111h 37Deliberating Practice: Deconstructing Psychotherapy for a Better FutureEpisode 10: Introducing Critical PsychotherapyIn this episode Richard and Glenn discuss the work of critical psychotherapist Del Loewenthal and topics of concern that extend from his theorizing. Dels' book: Critical Psychotherapy, Psychoanalysis, and Counselling: Implications for Practice https://www.amazon.co.uk/Critical-Psychotherapy-Psychoanalysis-Counselling-Implications/dp/1137460571/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1544454474&sr=8-1&keywords=Critical+Psychotherapy%2C+Psychoanalysis+and+Counselling%3A+Implications+for+practice2025-05-131h 18Deliberating Practice: Deconstructing Psychotherapy for a Better FutureEpisode 9: Constructing the Self, Constructing AmericaRichard and Glenn are joined by SFU graduate student Anthony to discuss the book Constructing the Self, Constructing America by Philip Cushman. Cushman advances the argument that psychotherapy is a cultural activity and cannot be fully understood outside of the culture of consumer capitalism. The speakers discuss Cushman's wide perspective on psychotherapy and its implications for contemporary practice. 2025-03-011h 37Deliberating Practice: Deconstructing Psychotherapy for a Better FutureEpisode 8: The MoneyGlenn and Richard discuss money's influence on the practice of counselling and psychotherapy. Exploring perspectives from both seats in the office, they discuss therapist's vulnerability to money through their altruism and greed. 2024-12-111h 19Deliberating Practice: Deconstructing Psychotherapy for a Better FutureEpisode 7: Relational Psychotherapy with EmmaRichard and Glenn are joined by friend and colleague Emma to discuss relational psychotherapy. Drawing on the work of psychodynamic practitioner Teri Quatman, they discuss the risks and rewards of this type of approach. Personal examples are used to explore the complexities of relational process.Teri Quatman's book Essential Psychodynamic Psychotheray: An acquired art- https://psycnet.apa.org/record/2015-18487-0002024-11-071h 52Deliberating Practice: Deconstructing Psychotherapy for a Better FutureEpisode 6: The Great Psychotherapy Debate- Bruce Wampold and Johnathan ShedlerIn this episode, hosts Glenn and Richard delve into the ongoing controversy in psychotherapy research. They discuss Bruce Wompold's contextual model, which highlights common factors in psychotherapy effectiveness, and Jonathan Shedler’s critiques of current research methodologies, especially short-term and manualized treatments. Shedler advocates for the importance of long-term, depth-oriented therapies and questions the reliance on randomized controlled trials and symptom reduction metrics. The episode touches on issues of client choice and informed consent, encouraging a profound reevaluation of psychotherapy research. Listeners are invited to engage, share their perspectives, and contribute to this critical debate....2024-07-101h 18Deliberating Practice: Deconstructing Psychotherapy for a Better FutureEpisode 5 (Part 2): Buddhism and PsychotherapyIn this two-part episode, Glenn and Richard explore Buddhism's history, its forms of integration in contemporary and counselling and psychotherapy, and the problems and solutions it provides. 2024-06-071h 02Deliberating Practice: Deconstructing Psychotherapy for a Better FutureEpisode 5 (Part 1): Buddhism and PsychotherapyIn this two-part episode, Glenn and Richard explore Buddhism's history, its forms of integration in contemporary and counselling and psychotherapy, and the problems and solutions it provides. Addendum to the episode: Bodhidharma is the 28th patriarch of the Zen Buddhist lineage, not the 6th. 2024-05-0754 minDeliberating Practice: Deconstructing Psychotherapy for a Better FutureEpisode 4 (Part 2): Psychedelic Assisted PsychotherapyRichard and Glenn continue their discussion on Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapy and its profound implications for the contemporary psychotherapy space. 2024-03-0854 min
Fearless PracticeEsther Chu & Richard Tatomir: Working as a Team to Help Canadian Therapists | Ep 107We all know that working as a therapist can be a lonely job. When we work together, we can help one another reach higher heights in our Canadian practices, grow as professionals, and share the success with more people. This is what Richard and Esther have found on their journey so far. Richard hired Esther as an administrative assistant in the early months of 2020 as his solo practice was full, and together they have developed a thriving practice, and even started a Collective to help therapists do the same. In this podcast episode, I chat wi...2024-01-2442 minDeliberating Practice: Deconstructing Psychotherapy for a Better FutureEpisode 4 (Part 1): Psychedelic Assisted PsychotherapyRichard and Glenn discuss Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapy, an emerging form of therapy that uses Psychedelic medications (MDMA, Psylocibin, Ketamine) to catalyze profound psychological change. The authors discuss how this topic stretches the boundaries of how conventional psychotherapy understands itself. 2024-01-1642 minDeliberating Practice: Deconstructing Psychotherapy for a Better FutureEpisode 3: The Integrated TherapistRichard and Glenn grapple with the complexities, both personal and professional, of integrating one's practice around multiple theories. 2023-12-231h 11Deliberating Practice: Deconstructing Psychotherapy for a Better FutureEpisode 2: Symptom Management or Healing Transformation?Glenn and Richard compare the two dominant positions that psychotherapists take today: the management of symptoms vs. supporting healing transformation. Each makes the case for how healing transformation can be supported in an industry increasingly focused on helping people just to cope, including sharing case examples of their work. 2023-12-231h 05Deliberating Practice: Deconstructing Psychotherapy for a Better FutureEpisode 1: Psychotherapy Today and TomorrowRichard and Glenn discuss problems in the contemporary space of psychotherapy: the dehumanizing forces of managed care, AI, an increasing emphasis on technique, and the diminishment of relational practice. They warn of a dark future if these forces are left unchecked, but also opportunities to correct course and expand the possibilities of psychotherapy today. 2023-12-2356 min
R&R on Relationships w/ Richard Tatomir, MA, CCC, Relationship Therapist08. s2e2. A Very 2021 Valentine's: Making the Most of It Without Pulling Your Hair Out (Unless You're Into That).BCIT student documentarian Hannah Garnett interviews Richard on why and how to celebrate Valentine's despite Pandemic fatigue--and how your (love) life may depend on it. Plus Richard shares a simple 20 minute technique that you and your partner can use on date night/every night, to strengthen your connection with your partner and reduce stress.
RESOURCE: Intro to the Stress-Reducing Conversation: https://www.gottman.com/blog/how-to-stress-reducing-conversation/
The worksheet: http://www.peacockandpeacock.com/uploads/8/4/7/1/84715464/stress_reducing_conversation_2019.pdf
WORK WITH RICHARD TATOMIR, MA, CCC AT relationshipexpertsvancouver.com. Free REV-Up Your Relationship initial consultation over...2021-02-1122 minR&R on Relationships w/ Richard Tatomir, MA, CCC, Relationship Therapist07. s2e1. The Not So Newlywed GameStarting to rehash the same ol’ stories with your partner? Do you ever think there is nothing more to learn about them? Think again. Rachel and Richard beat the Pandemic blues by teaching and playing the not-so-newlywed question-based game which is a great way of updating your Love Maps just in time for 2021 (Gottman). Learn some juicy details about our hosts and consider trying this with your partner.
RESOURCES
Not-so-newlywed game print-out cards (Free) - https://thelovenerds.com/not-so-newlywed-game/
To support this show, anytime you use Amazon, first copy-and-paste on the below link, and a portion of ANYTHING you purchase wi...2021-01-1818 minR&R on Relationships w/ Richard Tatomir, MA, CCC, Relationship Therapist06. Pandemic RelationshipsRichard Tatomir, MA, CCC, Vancouver Relationship Therapist, on CKNW Newstalk 980 speaking about the impact of the pandemic on relationships and advice on making it through with more resilience. (Charles Adler Tonight, Dec 29 2020).
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The Sound Relationship House (Gottman) - https://www.gottman.com/about/the-gottman-method/
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US and...2021-01-0219 minR&R on Relationships w/ Richard Tatomir, MA, CCC, Relationship Therapist05. Rituals of ConnectionRituals are the glue that keeps couples together--especially important in these crazy COVID times. How we spend the Holidays or how we greet each other when we come home from work are unique flavours that form the "culture" of our relationship, showcasing our values, and creating a sense of shared meaning that makes life worth living--and our partner and family relationships worth having.
To support this show, anytime you use Amazon, first copy-and-paste on the below link, and a portion of ANYTHING you purchase within 24 hrs of clicking, will help us make more episodes like this. 2020-11-0917 minR&R on Relationships w/ Richard Tatomir, MA, CCC, Relationship Therapist04. Dealing with JealousyRachel and Richard Tatomir (MA, Canadian Certified Counsellor) get behind what makes us jealous, and how to increase safety and security in the relationship for both partners, so you are better fighting the "green-eyed monster," together. To support this show, anytime you use Amazon, first copy-and-paste on the below link, and a portion of ANYTHING you purchase within 24 hrs of clicking, will help us make more episodes like this. Gottman 8 Dates: Essential Conversations for a Lifetime of Love (see esp. chapter 3: Sex and Intimacy) Canadian listeners - https://amzn.to/36x9Fb7 US and International listeners - https://amzn...2020-11-0119 minR&R on Relationships w/ Richard Tatomir, MA, CCC, Relationship Therapist03. Sex: 5 Things You Should Be Doing5 things you should be doing in, and out of, bed, to enhance passion and connection in your sexual relationship. "Every positive thing you do
in your relationship is foreplay." -John Gottman, renowned relationship researcher and therapist. To support this show, anytime you use Amazon, first copy-and-paste on the below link, and a portion of ANYTHING you purchase within 24 hrs of clicking, will help us make more episodes like this.
Gottman 8 Dates: Essential Conversations for a Lifetime of Love (see esp. chapter 3: Sex and Intimacy)
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2020-10-0516 minR&R on Relationships w/ Richard Tatomir, MA, CCC, Relationship Therapist02. Down and Dirty with Domestic DutiesJust like a cigar is not always a cigar, a dish is not always just a dish. Chores in a household and how we approach them are often highly symbolic and bring up powerful emotions, for example, clashing with traditional gender norms we didn't know we have, or whether we feel cared for in our love language. Rachel and Richard Tatomir (MA, Canadian Certified Counsellor) discuss with their friends John Welsh and Katie Thompson how to divide up domestic duties, like dishes, in a way that promotes fairness and prevents hurt feelings.
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R&R on Relationships w/ Richard Tatomir, MA, CCC, Relationship Therapist01. When you are triggered by your partnerSometimes your partner will say or do things that get under your skin and are very reminiscent of things that happened to you as a child. Rachel and Richard discuss how to have a productive conversation about it rather than get trapped in an automatic cycle.
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Recommended Book: Gottman 8 Dates: Essential Conversations for a Lifetime of Love (see esp. Date 1: Trust &...2020-09-1416 min