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Psychology Talk PodcastFlip the OCD Script with Michael Alcée, Ph.D.On this episode of the Psychology Talk Podcast, we have the pleasure of speaking, once again, with Dr. Michael Alcée, a clinical psychologist based in Tarrytown, New York. Michael is not only a mental health educator at the Manhattan School of Music but also an award-winning author. His innovative work marries the worlds of psychology and creativity, offering fresh insights into the human condition. His acclaimed book, Therapeutic Improvisation: How to Stop Winging It and Own It as a Therapist, highlights his unique approach to therapy and personal growth. Join us as we explore Michael’s groundbreaking perspectives on OCD...
2024-12-1648 minPsychology Talk PodcastThe Power of Community with Dr. Karyne MessinaOur guest on this episode of the Psychology Talk Podcast is Dr. Karyne Messina. Dr. Messina is a psychologist and child, adolescent and adult psychoanalyst. In addition to maintaining a full-time private practice in Chevy Chase, Maryland, she is on the medical staff of Suburban Hospital in Bethesda, Maryland which is part of Johns Hopkins Medicine. She is a podcast host for the New Books Network and chair of the Department of Psychoanalytic Education’s (DPE) Scholarship and Writing section which is part of the American Psychoanalytic Association (APsA). Dr. Messina speaks about her new book, The Powe...
2024-09-1047 minPsychology Talk PodcastBarbie & the Great American Identity Crisis with Dr. Karyne MessinaOur guest this episode is Dr. Karyne Messina. Dr. Messina is a psychologist and child, adolescent and adult psychoanalyst. In addition to maintaining a full-time private practice in Chevy Chase, Maryland, she is on the medical staff of Suburban Hospital in Bethesda, Maryland which is part of Johns Hopkins Medicine. She is a podcast host for the New Books Network and chair of the Department of Psychoanalytic Education’s (DPE) Scholarship and Writing section which is part of the American Psychoanalytic Association (APsA).Today she discusses her new book, Barbie & the great American Identity Crisis....
2024-05-2154 minPsychology Talk PodcastA Chaotic Life with Dr. Stanley KrippnerHow does a life unfold? Is it a continuous, linear story, or a more circuitous experience? In this interview, we speak with Dr. Stanly Krippner. Dr. Krippner is a pioneer and author in the fields of developmental psychology, parapsychology, trauma and PTSD, and has pioneered work in cross-cultural studies with indigenous healers from around the globe. He has held faculty positions at Saybrook University and is currently faculty at the California Institute of Integral Studies.Dr. Krippner joins us to discuss his autobiography, A Chaotic Life: the Menoirs of Dr. Stanley Krippner. This 3-volume set is...
2024-03-061h 00Psychology Talk PodcastThree Minutes a Day: Transformational Meditation with Richard Dixey, PhDOn this episode of the Psychology Talk Podcast, Richard Dixey joins Dr. Hoye. Richard is a senior faculty member at Dharma College in Berkeley, California. He’s a research scientist and a lifelong student of Buddhism who holds advanced degrees in biophysics and the history and philosophy of science. Dixey directed a bioelectronic research unit at a London hospital before becoming CEO of his own biotech company. He moved to the US in 2007 to devote himself to teaching meditation, deepening his own practice, and running the Light of Buddhadharma Foundation in India with his wife Wangmo.Ri...
2023-11-211h 14Psychology Talk PodcastWhere I Belong: Navigating the Asian American Experience in Counseling and Psychotherapy with Soo Jin Lee, LMFT & Linda Yoon, LCSWOn this episode of the Psychology Talk Podcast, Dr. Hoye speaks with Soo Jin Lee, LMFT and Linda Yoon, LCSW. They are licensed therapists who have drawn on their firsthand knowledge of how mental health issues often went unaddressed not only in their own immigrant families, but in Asian and Asian American communities. They are co-directors of Yellow Chair Collective. They provide therapy to clients of diverse backgrounds with an emphasis on serving the Asian American community.Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of their practice, and they’ve successfully created a safe, affirming space that allows in...
2023-11-1453 minPsychology Talk PodcastThe Creative Trance & the Trickster with Dr. Tobi Zausner & Dr. Stan KrippnerHave you ever wondered just what makes the creative act special? Is it a confluence of events and timing, or is it a special state, a trance state, that is demarcated from ordinary time? This episode of the Psychology Talk Podcast takes a deep dive conversation on the creative trance and the trickster. Dr. Tobi Zausner is a research psychologist, a clinician in private practice, and an award-winning visual artist with works in major museums and in private collections around the world. Dr. Zausner writes and lectures widely on psychology and human potential at academic...
2023-09-191h 10Psychology Talk PodcastIt's Not Me It's You: Addressing Narcissism at Home, Work, School & the Greater World with Dr. Karyne Messina, EdDDr. Karyne Messina joins us on this episode of the Psychology Talk Podcast. Dr. Messina is a clinical psychologist and Supervising and Training Analyst at the Washington Baltimore Center for Psychoanalysis and is on the medical staff of Johns Hopkins Medicine in Bethesda, Maryland. She maintains a full-time private practice in Chevy Chase, Maryland. Dr. Messina the author of several books, including Misogyny, Projective Identification, and Mentalization, and, Aftermath: Healing from the Trump Presidency. She discusses how the psychoanalytical concept of projective identification, or what she terms "blame shifting" manifests in our relationships.Her new book...
2023-09-1243 min
Psychology Talk PodcastSleep Disorders on Trial: Dr. Brent Willock on the Wrongful Conviction of Oscar PistoriusOn this episode of the psychology Talk Podcast, our guest Dr. Brent Willock takes us on an unprecedented rollercoaster as he discusses his latest book, "The Wrongful Conviction of Oscar Pistorius."Brent Willock earned his doctorate in clinical psychology from the University of Michigan. After several years on staff in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Michigan Medical Center, he relocated to Toronto to become Chief Psychologist at the university-affiliated C.M. Hincks Treatment Center. He was Adjunct Faculty, York University, Associate Faculty Member, School of Graduate Studies, University of Toronto, and taught at the Ontario...
2023-08-1450 minPsychology Talk PodcastThe Wisdom of Psychedelic Elders with Dr. Rachel Harris, PhDJoin us on this episode of The Psychology Talk Podcast as we delve into the extraordinary realm of entheogens and the wisdom they hold. Once confined to counterculture circles, the use of psychedelics is now inching closer to the mainstream, with millions of Americans having experienced their transformative effects.Our guest, acclaimed author and researcher Rachel Harris, PhD, sheds light on the evolving landscape of psychedelic exploration and the potential loss of invaluable knowledge as legal and medical institutions embrace these powerful medicines.In her latest book, "Swimming in the Sacred: Wisdom from the Psychedelic Underground,"...
2023-05-1755 minPsychology Talk PodcastPost-Separation Abuse & the Court System with Kaytee Gillis, LCSW-BACSFor the recipient of abuse in a relationship, the abuse can continue after a separation. But what happens when the couple becomes involved in court proceedings and divorce court. Kaytee Gillis, LCSW has some answers. She is a psychotherapist, author, and consultant. She works with survivors of traumatic relationships, and has extensive experience working with survivors of childhood neglect and family trauma. Kaytee’s blog on Psychology Today, Invisible Bruises, received over 5 million views over the past year. On this episode of the Psychology Talk Podcast, Kaytee discusses the issue of the weaponization of the courts by...
2023-04-0340 minPsychology Talk PodcastThe Gaslight Effect with Dr. Robin Stern, Ph.D.Gaslighting: it’s everywhere these days. In the media, on the lips of clients in therapy, in workplace discussions on Slack or near the watercooler. But what does it really mean to be gaslit, and does it mean that the gas lighter is a narcissist? Here’s where psychologist Robin Stern can help. Dr. Stern is the co-founder and associate director of the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence. She is a licensed psychoanalyst with 30 years of experience treating individuals, couples and families. She lives in NYC. She is here today to discuss her new book, The Gaslight Effect: A Re...
2023-03-2855 minPsychology Talk PodcastSTFU: How to Improve Your Life by Listening More and Talking Less with Dan LyonsDan Lyons STFU Interview Are you a gabber? Do you often find that you have to talk over people, or blurt things out when not asked for your opinion? That might mean you are a “Talkaholic.”On this episode of the Psychology Talk Podcast, Dr. Hoye sits down with bestselling author, Dan Lyons. Dan discusses his own journey from talkaholic to listener, and how it has greatly improved the quality of his relationships and his life. Dan is the author of new book STFU: The Power of Keeping Your Mouth Shut in an Endlessly Noisy World (Henr...
2023-03-211h 06Psychology Talk PodcastA Study of Malignant Narcissism with Dr. Richard Wood, PhDNarcissim. It's chatted about on Youtube channels. Meemed about on Instagramed. Influencers on Tik Tok discuss gaslighting and narcisistic abuse. But what is it really? Dr. Richard Wood, Ph.D. is a Registered Psychologist in the province of Ontario, Canada. He has been engaged in full time practice since 1974. He is a former Associate Professor at the University of Toronto Medical School and the former Acting Director of the Psychology Department of Mount Sanai Hospital. He is currently retired, but sees patients part time in private practice. Dr. Wood discusses his new book, A Study of...
2023-03-071h 24Psychology Talk PodcastCreativity & Improvisation in Psychotherapy with Michael Alcée & Mark O'ConnellHave you ever wondered what really makes up a great session in psychotherapy? Do you want to learn how to tap more fully into your sense of flow and healing presence? Then sit back and tune into thios conversation about creativity, improvisation and healing attunment in psychotherapy.Michael Alcée is a clinical psychologist and a mental health educator at the Manhattan School of Music. He is also the author of the new book Therapeutic Improvisation: How to Stop Winging and Own IT as a Therapist, available from Norton Press. Mark O’Connell is a Licensed Cli...
2023-03-0251 minPsychology Talk PodcastAutism in Females with Yagnesh VadgamaHow do you know the difference between autism in female vs. male individuals? What are the ways you can best support their needs? In this epsiode of the Psychology Talk Podcast, Yegnesh Vagdama and Dr. Hoye discuss how autism manifests in individuals, with a focus on how it differs in presentation with females. The discussion also explore's Yagnesh's career and his training in Applied Behavioral Analysis and uses with people "on the spectrum."Yagnesh Vadgama has been with Magellan for over 4 years, in managed care for 5 years, and was a clinician in the field of Behavior Analysis for 11...
2023-02-2752 minPsychology Talk PodcastLayoffs, the Future of Work & Mental Health with Melissa Doman, MAThe current job market, lay offs, threats of recession, and stock market situation is making many people ask: What the heck is going on? We try and answer some of that and discuss the ramifications of all of this on people's mental health at work and at home. To help us, we are joined by our friend, Melissa Doman. We discuss all of the above, and ways people canmanage their work related mental health issiues, the way corporations can better handle off-boarding and layoffs, and much more. As always, it's a lively, informative conversation, totally off-the-cuff...
2023-02-2050 minPsychology Talk PodcastNarcissism, Projective Identification & Politics with Dr. Karyne MessinaOn this episode of the PTP our guest is Dr. Karyne Messina, Ed.D. Dr. Messina is a clinical psychologist and Supervising and Training Analyst at the Washington Baltimore Center for Psychoanalysis and is on the medical staff of Johns Hopkins Medicine in Bethesda, Maryland. She maintains a full-time private practice in Chevy Chase, Maryland. Dr. Messina the author of several books, including Misogyny, Projective Identification, and Mentalization, and, Aftermath: Healing from the Trump Presidency. Today she is here to discuss how the psychoanalytical concept of projective identification, or what she terms "blame shifting" manifests in our contemporary...
2023-02-1344 minPsychology Talk PodcastEncore Episode: Surviving Narcissistic Abuse with Abby Lev, Psy.D.On this episode of the Psychology Talk Podcast, Dr. Hoye is joined by psychologist Dr. Avigail Lev, Psy.D. Avigail is a cognitive behavioral therapist, author, mediator, and executive coach in San Francisco, California. She is the director of the Bay Area CBT Center, a clinic that specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help individuals and couples break unhelpful patterns, develop healthier habits, and improve all areas of life. Avigail has coauthored three books on utilizing CBT to strengthen relationships and have presented my research at numerous conferences. Her work has been featured in Forbes, Dr. Drew, Bloomberg...
2023-02-071h 01Psychology Talk PodcastEncore Episode: Super Simple CBT with Matthew McKay, PhDDr. Matthew McKay, PhD is a professor at the Wright Institute in Berkeley, CA. He has authored and co-authored numerous books, including Self-Esteem, The Relaxation and Stress Reduction Workbook, Thoughts and Feelings, and ACT on Life Not on Anger. His books combined have sold more than four million copies. He received his PhD in clinical psychology from the California School of Professional Psychology, and specializes in the cognitive behavioral treatment of anxiety and depression. Among other accolades, he is the founder of New Harbinger Press. Dr. McKay and Dr. Hoye discuss two new books he has co-authored, Super...
2023-01-311h 14Psychology Talk PodcastEncore Episode: The Allure of Suicide with Stan Krippner, PhDOn the encore episode of the Psychology Talk Podcast, Dr. Hoye is joined by Dr. Stanley Krippner. Dr. Stanley Krippner, PhD, has held faculty appointments at Akamai University, Fordham University, Kent State University, New York University, Saybrook University, Sofia University, and the California Institute for Integral Studies, where he holds the position of Affiliated Distinguished Faculty. He is a Fellow in five divisions of the American Psychological Association, and the past-president of two divisions (the Society of Psychological Hypnosis and the Society of Humanistic Psychology). Formerly, he was director of the Maimonides Medical Center Dream Research Laboratory, in Brooklyn, New...
2023-01-241h 05Psychology Talk PodcastEncore Episode: The Mysteries of Hypnosis, Meditation & the Self with Ian Wickeramaselera Psy.D.Dr. Ian Wickramasekera, Psy.D. is a clinical psychologist and professor at Naropa University in Boulder, CO. Dr. Ian has been involved in research and exploration of Neuroscience, Biofeedback, Bon-Buddhism, Empathy, Hypnosis, Lucid Dreaming, Mind/Body Medicine, and Transpersonal Psychology for most of this present lifetime. He is Science Editor for the American Journal of Clinical Hypnosis. Dr. Ian joins us in this encore episode to enter into a deep dive into the world of hypnosis, meditation, exalted states of being, the creativity of being human and how to enhance it through hypnosis and mediation, and Tibetan Bon...
2022-11-181h 17Psychology Talk PodcastEncore Episode: Hypnosis, Neurology, and Reveri with David Spiegel, MDDr. David Spiegel is Willson Professor and Associate Chair of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences, Director of the Center on Stress and Health, and Medical Director of the Center for Integrative Medicine at Stanford University School of Medicine, where he has been a member of the academic faculty since 1975, and was Chair of the Stanford University Faculty Senate from 2010-2011. Dr. Spiegel has more than 40 years of clinical and research experience studying psycho-oncology, stress and health, pain control, psychoneuroendocrinology, sleep, hypnosis, and conducting randomized clinical trials involving psychotherapy for cancer patients. On this encore episode of the Psychology...
2022-11-1754 minPsychology Talk PodcastEncore Episode: Pediatric Hypnosis with Dr. Ran Anbar, M.D.On this episode of the Psychology Talk Podcast, Dr. Hoye is joined by Dr. Ran Ambar. Dr. Ran D. Anbar, is a board-certified pediatric pulmonologist and general pediatrician. He is a leader in field of clinical hypnosis, and has 20 years of experience treating children. He has also served as a professor of pediatrics and medicine and the director of pediatric pulmonology at SUNY Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, New York, for 21 years.Dr. Anbar also worked as a guest editor and advisory editor for the American Journal of Clinical Hypnosis. He has co-directed more than 20 clinic workshops on...
2022-11-1648 minPsychology Talk PodcastClinical Hypnosis Research with Dr. Gary Elkins, PhDDr. Gary Elkins, PhD is a Professor of Psychology and Neuroscience at Baylor University and the Director of the Mind-Body Medicine Research Laboratory where he conducts research into mind-body interventions including hypnosis, mindfulness, and music for sleep, pain, and hot flashes. Dr. Elkins is the leading researcher and expert on hypnosis for hot flashes and sleep disturbances as well as other clinical applications. He is an Adjunct Professor, Texas A&M University College of Medicine and a Medical Associate with Baylor Scott and White Hillcrest Medical Center. Dr. Elkins is the co-developer of the Evia app that provides...
2022-11-1548 minPsychology Talk PodcastEncore Episode: Neurodiversity Acceptance & Elemy with Dr. Henry Roane, Ph.D.Dr. Henry “Hank” Roane, Ph.D. is the Vice President of Clinical Services at Elemy. Elemy is a behavioral health company that provides care for children with autism spectrum disorders, ADHD, and other issues that develop in childhood. Dr. Roane received his Ph.D. in Psychology with an emphasis in Applied Behavior Analysis from Louisiana State University. His training and experiences have included the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, and the Marcus Institute/Emory University School of Medicine. He is currently the Gregory S. Liptak MD Professor of Child Development in the Department of Pediatrics at Upstate Medi...
2022-11-0850 minPsychology Talk PodcastThe Other Side of Nothing: Zen, Psychotherapy, and Living an Ethical Life with Brad WarnerBrad Warner is the author of The Other Side of Nothing and numerous other titles including Letters to a Dead Friend about Zen, Don’t Be a Jerk, and Hardcore Zen. A Soto Zen teacher, he is also a punk bassist, filmmaker, and popular blogger who leads workshops and retreats around the world. In addition to his books, his writing appears in Lion’s Roar, Tricycle, Buddhadharma, and Alternative Press. He also hosts The Hardcore Zen Podcast and talks about Zen almost every day on his YouTube channel. On this episode of the Psychology Talk Podcast, Brad speaks with...
2022-10-111h 03Psychology Talk PodcastThe Resurgence of Global Populism: a Psychoanalytic Approach with Dr. Karyne Messina Ed.D.On this episode of the PTP our guest is Dr. Karyne Messina, Ed.D. Dr. Messina is a clinical psychologist and Supervising and Training Analyst at the Washington Baltimore Center for Psychoanalysis and is on the medical staff of Johns Hopkins Medicine in Bethesda, Maryland. She maintains a full-time private practice in Chevy Chase, Maryland. Dr. Messina the author of several books, including Misogyny, Projective Identification, and Mentalization, and, Aftermath: Healing from the Trump Presidency. Today she is here to discuss her new book, Resurgence of Global Populism: A Psychoanalytic Study of Projective Identification, Blame-Shifting, and the Corruption...
2022-10-0345 minPsychology Talk PodcastEncore Episode: Healing from Hate and Angry Men with Michael KimmelMichael Scott Kimmel is a retired sociologist and current professional speaker specializing in gender studies. He is the author of various books on men and masculinity, including his 1996 title Manhood in America: A Cultural History and best-selling title Guyland: The Perilous World Where Boys Become Men.In this encore episode, Michael and Kyle discuss Michael's most recent books, Angry White Men: American Masculinity at the End of an Era and Healing From Hate: How Young Men Get Into and Out of Violent Extremism. Michael shares openly about his experiences interviewing, and at times learning to like, men and...
2022-10-0157 minPsychology Talk PodcastEncore Episode: Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy with Jonathan Sabbagh of Journey ClinicalEncore Episode: Journey Clinical is on a mission to address the growing mental health crisis by unlocking access to legal, evidence-based Psychedelic-Assisted Psychotherapies (PAP) across the United States. Journey Clinical has built a turnkey telehealth platform that enables licensed mental health professionals to expand their practice, starting with Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP). Their novel decentralized clinic model provides member psychotherapists with unprecedented access to a KAP-trained medical team, as well as a robust care management platform designed to deliver personalized treatment plans for enhanced clinical outcomes. Over 1M+ licensed mental health professionals in the U.S. now have access to transformative...
2022-09-1554 minPsychology Talk PodcastEncore Episode: Finding Your Career Lifeboat with Maggie CraddockOn this encore episode of the Psychology Talk Podcast, Dr. Hoye is joined by Maggie Craddock. Maggie Craddock is an executive coach with over 20 years of experience working with clients at all levels of the professional spectrum. She is best known for her work with Fortune 500 CEOs and senior management teams. Maggie and discusses her new book, Lifeboat: Navigating Unexpected Career Change and Disruption. This book is a page turner, and an excellent career coaching tool. Maggie uses the metaphor and lessons from the tragic, maiden voyage of the Titanic. The stories of heroism and being...
2022-09-0645 min
Psychology Talk PodcastEncore Episode: Inner Voice Dialog with Bridgit Dengel GaspardOn this encore episode of the Psychology Talk Podcast, Dr. Hoye sits down with Bridgit Dengel Gaspard. Bridgit holds a Masters of Social Work degree from Columbia University, and is the founder of the New York Voice Dialogue Institute. She joins the show to discuss her with Inner Voice Dialogue, and her new book, The Final 8th. The Final 8th is a self-guided manual for working with your inner voices or "parts" to get past the fear of success that holds so many of us back from accomplishing our goals and achieving excellence in many domains of our...
2022-08-2551 minPsychology Talk PodcastEncore Episode: Finding More Pleasure & Meaning in Life with Dr. Jia Gottlieb, MDOn this encore episode of the Psychology Talk Podcast Dr. Hoye interviews Dr. Jia Gottlieb, M.D. about his new book, "Aah…The Pleasure Book." Dr. Hoye and Dr. Jia discuss the concept of pleasure from an Epicurean perspective. They dive deep into the issue of pleasure having been placed on the back burner, so to speak, culturally for 1600 years. Dr. Jia spells out how pleasure drives us towards curiosity in life and discovery of the mysteries of the universe. They discuss the neurology of pleasure in the three basic structures of the brain, and how they can be...
2022-08-231h 17Psychology Talk PodcastEncore Episode: Transformation Through Turmoil with Dr Steven TaylorOn this encore episode of the Psychology Talk Podcast. Today Dr. Hoye is joined by Dr. Steve Taylor. Dr. Taylor is a senior lecturer in psychology at Leeds Beckett University, and the author of several best-selling books on psychology and spirituality. He is the current chair of the Transpersonal Psychology Section of the British Psychological Society. His 13 books include Waking from Sleep, The Fall, Out of the Darkness, Back to Sanity, The Calm Center, The Leap, Spiritual Science, and The Clear Light, with a foreword by Eckhart Tolle. Dr. Taylor discusses his latest book, Extraordinary Awakenings: When Trauma...
2022-08-0243 minPsychology Talk PodcastEncore Episode: The Open Path to Affordable Mental Health Care with Paul FugelsangOn this encore episode of the Psychology Talk Podcast, Dr. Hoye and Kyle are joined by Paul Fugelsang. Paul is a psychotherapist in Asheville, NC. He is also the Founder of the Open Path Psychotherapy Collective, a source for affordable mental health care for the consumer. Paul discusses the mission of Open Path, and their current state as a non-profit company. He also discusses its inception and the goals they see for their future in the provision of therapy for a wider audience of people.The Psychology Talk Podcast is a unique conversation about psychology around...
2022-06-3027 minPsychology Talk PodcastOpen Path Healing Arts Collective with Karie ReinertsonKarie Reinertson is the Program Manager of the Open Path Healing Arts Collective. The Healing Arts Collective is a nonprofit nationwide network of holistic health-focused professionals dedicated to providing healing arts care at a steeply reduced rate to people in need. The Collective includes Massage Therapists, Coaches, Nutritionists, and other healers.Karie joins Dr. Hoye and explains her own healing journey that allowed her to experience various, alternative therapeutic modalities. They explore the process of Open Path starting the Healing Arts Collective, and the opportunities for people to obtain affordable services through their new practice collective. ...
2022-06-2845 minPsychology Talk PodcastModern Brides & Grooms: Weddings in the Age of Marriage Equality with Mark O'Connell, LCSWMark O’Connell is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and an actor. He holds degrees in social work from Hunter College in NYC as well as an MFA in acting from the Trinity Rep Conservatory. He is also the author of The Performing Art of Therapy, available from Routledge Press. He is also the author of Modern Brides & Modern Grooms: A Guide to Planning Straight, Gay & Other Nontraditional 21st Century Weddings. Mark joins Dr. Hoye to discuss Modern Brides & Grooms.When things are just abided unconsciously, we lose sight of intention and meaning. Mark’s book re-affirms and rein...
2022-06-2443 minPsychology Talk PodcastThe Allure of Suicide with Stanley Krippner, Ph.D.On the episode of the Psychology Talk Podcast, Dr. Hoye is joined by Dr. Stanley Krippner. Dr. Stanley Krippner, PhD, has held faculty appointments at Akamai University, Fordham University, Kent State University, New York University, Saybrook University, Sofia University, and the California Institute for Integral Studies, where he holds the position of Affiliated Distinguished Faculty. He is a Fellow in five divisions of the American Psychological Association, and the past-president of two divisions (the Society of Psychological Hypnosis and the Society of Humanistic Psychology). Formerly, he was director of the Maimonides Medical Center Dream Research Laboratory, in Brooklyn, New York...
2022-06-091h 05Psychology Talk PodcastEncore Episode: Talking About Mental Health at Work with Melissa Doman, MAOn this encore episode of the Psychology Talk Podcast Dr. Hoye is joined by Melissa Doman. Melissa is an Organizational Psychologist, Former Clinical Mental Health Therapist, and Author who specializes in mental health at work.Melissa has presented and consulted for international, national, and local organizations and Fortune 500companies across industries and globally, including clients like: Estée Lauder, Salesforce, Siemens, Janssen, Charlotte Tilbury, Bumble and bumble, Legal & General, and many more. Melissa holds an M.A. in Counseling Psychology from Adler University and a B.A. in Sociology with a minor in Communications from The G...
2022-06-0246 minPsychology Talk PodcastImprovisation in Therapy with Michael Alcée, PhDThe use of artistic improvisation in psychotherapy has been talked about for decades. Therapeutic connection and attunement coupled with insightful intervention is the ideal state for therapy to unfold in. Dr. Michael Alcée knows this, and elucidates these concepts in a manner that is readily digestible and helpful for both newly minted and vintage therapists. Michael is a clinical psychologist and a mental health educator at the Manhattan School of Music. He is also the author of the new book Therapeutic Improvisation: How to Stop Winging and Own IT as a Therapist. In this episode o...
2022-05-2451 minPsychology Talk PodcastDream It to Do It: Quantum Physics and the Spaciousness of Mind with Dr. Howard Eisenberg, MDOn this episode of the Psychology Talk Podcast, Dr. Howard Eisenberg joins Dr. Hoye to discuss, well, Life, the Universe & Everything, and how our minds effect reality, and Dr. Eisenberg’s new book, “Dream It to Do It: The Science & the Magic.” Dr. Eisenberg has a B.Sc. (Honors Psychology), M.Sc., (Psychology), and M.D., from McGill University, and was the recipient of various scholarships. He has also been a faculty member at several universities, most recently as an Associate Professor of Medicine at the University of Vermont. (At the University of Vermont, he was additionally co-founder of an...
2022-05-161h 13Psychology Talk PodcastSuper Simple CBT & Emotional Healing with Matt McKay, Ph.D.Dr. Matthew McKay, PhD is a professor at the Wright Institute in Berkeley, CA. He has authored and co-authored numerous books, including Self-Esteem, The Relaxation and Stress Reduction Workbook, Thoughts and Feelings, and ACT on Life Not on Anger. His books combined have sold more than four million copies. He received his PhD in clinical psychology from the California School of Professional Psychology, and specializes in the cognitive behavioral treatment of anxiety and depression. Among other accolades, he is the founder of New Harbinger Press. Dr. McKay and Dr. Hoye discuss two new books he has co-authored, Super...
2022-05-091h 14Psychology Talk PodcastKetamine Assisted Psychotherapy with Jonathan Sabbagh of Journey ClinicalJourney Clinical is on a mission to address the growing mental health crisis by unlocking access to legal, evidence-based Psychedelic-Assisted Psychotherapies (PAP) across the United States. Journey Clinical has built a turnkey telehealth platform that enables licensed mental health professionals to expand their practice, starting with Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP). Their novel decentralized clinic model provides member psychotherapists with unprecedented access to a KAP-trained medical team, as well as a robust care management platform designed to deliver personalized treatment plans for enhanced clinical outcomes. Over 1M+ licensed mental health professionals in the U.S. now have access to transformative psychedelic therapies...
2022-05-0254 minPsychology Talk PodcastTreating Panic Disorder & PTSD with Dr. Robert Cuyler & Dr. Avrim Fishkind of FreespiraRobert Cuyler, PhD is the Chief Clinical Officer of Freespira. Dr. Cuyler is a nationally recognized expert on telemedicine and technology innovations for behavioral health. Dr. Bob is responsible for clinical training and supervision of Freespira’s licensed clinical assessors and coaches, who help deliver Freespira as a fully virtual treatment. He has helped to shape the company’s clinical protocols and outcomes studies, including the landmark publications that led to Freespira’s clearance for panic disorder and PTSD by the Food and Drug Administration. An author and sought-after presenter, Dr. Bob is the former CEO of a successful telepsychiatry compan...
2022-04-2655 minPsychology Talk PodcastEncore Episode: Dissociation, Trauma & Attachment Theory with Dr. Dan Brown, Ph.D.It came to our attention a few weeks ago that Dr. Dan Brown had passed away. Dan has had a huge impact on psychology and hypnosis over the past three decades. His books, include Memory, Trauma Treatment and the Law, Attachment Disturbances in Adults: Treatment for Comprehensive Repair, and Pointing Out the Great Way: The Stages of Meditation in the Mahamudra Tradition. These titles, among others of his, are classics in psychology and Buddhist meditation traditions. They also point out Dan’s immense grasp of both the Western psychological traditions, mind-body practices, and eastern meditation. It is with th...
2022-04-2159 minPsychology Talk PodcastHypnosis, Neuroscience, and Reveri with David Spiegel, MDDr. David Spiegel is Willson Professor and Associate Chair of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences, Director of the Center on Stress and Health, and Medical Director of the Center for Integrative Medicine at Stanford University School of Medicine, where he has been a member of the academic faculty since 1975, and was Chair of the Stanford University Faculty Senate from 2010-2011. Dr. Spiegel has more than 40 years of clinical and research experience studying psycho-oncology, stress and health, pain control, psychoneuroendocrinology, sleep, hypnosis, and conducting randomized clinical trials involving psychotherapy for cancer patients. On this episode of the Psychology Talk...
2022-04-1954 minPsychology Talk PodcastNeurodiversity Acceptance & Elemy with Dr. Henry Roane, Ph.D.Dr. Henry “Hank” Roane, Ph.D. is the Vice President of Clinical Services at Elemy. Elemy is a behavioral health company that provides care for children with autism spectrum disorders, ADHD, and other issues that develop in childhood. Dr. Roane received his Ph.D. in Psychology with an emphasis in Applied Behavior Analysis from Louisiana State University. His training and experiences have included the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, and the Marcus Institute/Emory University School of Medicine. He is currently the Gregory S. Liptak MD Professor of Child Development in the Department of Pediatrics at Upstate Medi...
2022-04-1450 minPsychology Talk PodcastThe Performing Art of Therapy with Mark O'Connell, LCSWMark O’Connell is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and an actor. He holds degrees in social work from Hunter College in NYC as well as an MFA in acting from the Trinity Rep Conservatory. Mark is the author of Modern Brides and Modern Groom. He is also the author of The Performing Art of Therapy, available from Routledge Press. On this episode of the Psychology Talk Podcast, Dr. Hoye discusses with Mark one of his favorite subjects: the overlap between performing arts, especially acting, and psychotherapy. If you are a therapist or a psychologist who is looking to...
2022-04-1259 minPsychology Talk PodcastThe Financial Anxiety Solution with Lindsay Bryan-Podvin, LCSWOn this episode of the Psychology Talk Podcast, Lindsay Bryan-Podvin (she/her) joins Dr. Hoye for an engaging hour talking about financial and money anxiety and how to treat it. Lindsay is a social worker-turned-financial therapist, author, and speaker based in Ann Arbor, MI, and seeing clients globally online. Lindsay earned her Master's degree in Social Work from the University of Michigan, and a bachelor's degree in Sociology from Michigan State University. She is the author of the book, The Financial Anxiety Solution, which is a self-paced workbook to help you stop stressing about money by applying therapy...
2022-04-0551 minPsychology Talk PodcastMental Health at Work in Times of Crisis with Melissa Doman, MAOn this episode of the Psychology Talk Podcast, Dr. Hoye is joined, once again, by Melissa Doman, MA. Melissa is an Organizational Psychologist, Former Clinical Mental Health Therapist, & Author of Yes, You Can Talk About Mental Health at Work (Here’s Why And How To Do It Really Well). Melissa works with companies across industries around the globe – including clients like Microsoft, Salesforce, Siemens, Estée Lauder, & Janssen. She’s been featured as a subject matter expert in Vogue, the BBC, CNBC, and Inc. Magazine about the Great Resignation, mental health at work conversations about the Ukraine Crisis, and mor...
2022-04-0137 minPsychology Talk PodcastEnding Human Trafficking with Abigail Howard of Project MicahOn this episode of the Psychology Talk Podcast, Dr. Hoye is joined by the CEO of Project Micah. Abigail Howard. Project Micah works to connect victims of human trafficking with safe houses, and to inform the public about this terrible, global affliction. Between 20 to 40 million people live in modern slavery. Learn how Abigail founded Project Micah, and how the team is continuing to help those in need and work toward the end of human trafficking. https://projectmicah.orgProject Micah's Youtube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6_AGfdSfkFqLivHxoVhiwgThe Psychology Talk Podcast...
2022-03-2929 minPsychology Talk PodcastChildren's Mental Health & Covid 19 with Caroline Carney, M.D.On this episode of the Psychology Talk Podcast, Dr. Hoye’s guest isDr. Caroline Carney. Dr. Carney is the president of Behavioral Health and Chief Medical Officer at Magellan Health. Dr. Carney discussed the effects of the Covid 19 pandemic on the mental health of children, and how behavioral health professionals can guide parents to help their children cope and manage their emotions as we enter the third year of the pandemic. Areas discussed include:•The dramatic increases in emergency department visits for all mental health emergencies, specifically suspected suicide attempts, from children
2022-03-2451 minPsychology Talk PodcastOnline Learning and Psychology with Children During Covid 19 with Stephanie Taylor Ed.D.On this episode of the Psychology Talk Podcast, Dr. Hoye’s guest is Dr. Stephanie Taylor, Ed.S. from Presence Learning. Dr. Taylor is a school psychologist and the clinical director of psychosocial education at PresenceLearning. PresenceLearning provides therapy tools and live, online special education related services, as well as behavioral and mental health services, for preK-12 schools nationwide.Stephanie discusses the changes in delivery of services for school counselors and psychologists to more remote, teletherapy and online assessment, and educational platforms during the pandemic. The Covid-19 pandemic has changed the nature of work, and now less so fo...
2022-03-2245 minPsychology Talk PodcastEncore Episode: Learning From Plant Teachers with Dr. Jeremey NarbyOn this episode of the Psychology Talk Podcast Dr. Hoye is joined by Dr. Jeremy Narby, PhD. Dr. Narby is a Canadian anthropologist and author. In his books, Narby examines shamanism and molecular biology, and shamans' knowledge of botanics and biology through the use of entheogens across many cultures. He grew up in Canada and Switzerland, studied history at the University of Kent at Canterbury, and received his doctorate in anthropology from Stanford University. He works as Amazonian projects director for the Swiss NGO Nouvelle Planète.He is the author of several books, including “The cosmic serpent: DNA and the...
2022-03-1744 minPsychology Talk PodcastEncore Episode Acting, Recovery & Counseling with Scott Schiaffo MA, NCCActing and psychotherapy: is there a connection?Both have there origins in the western mystery religions and dramas of Greco Roman culture. Both have a preponderance of role playing, and exploration of those roles, on the part of both the client and the psychotherapist.In this encore episode actor, musician, and counselor, Scott Sciaffo, MA, NCC, offers his opinions on this, and other topics. Scott is best known for his performance as the Chewlies Gum rep in the 1994, independent film, “Clerks.” He is also the author of autobiographical book, “Vicious Dogs Attack me in Sleepless Nights of Summer...
2022-03-1057 minPsychology Talk PodcastAn Improvisational Hour (or so) on Improv, Acting and Psychotherapy with Seth Michael MayIn this episode of the Psychology Talk Podcast, Dr. Hoye talks with his friend Seth Michael May on, well, just about everything under the sun regarding Seth’s career as an actor and acting coach in NYC. They dive deep on:1.the similarities between acting and psychotherapy2.the business of acting, ups and downs3.the group dynamics of a show 4.the best movie in the world about whales (also a bit of a Jaws rip-off)5.obscure cinema6.and just about everything in betweenSeth Michael May is a well-known and in de...
2022-03-091h 29Psychology Talk PodcastPandemic, Mental Health & Performing Artists with Dr. Jacqueline BensonDr. Jacqueline Benson joins Dr. Hoye on this episode of the Psychology Talk Podcast. Dr. Benson is a licensed clinical psychologist and performing artist in Southern California. Dr. Benson has the unique perspective as a psychologist and a working actor. She currently sees clients in private practice at Deeper Than Color in Oakland, California. Dr. Benson also runs Center Stage Psychology which provides mental health consultation and resources for artists and performers. Dr. Benson discusses how COVID-19 and the most recent influx of live performance cancellations have impacted the mental health of people working in the performing arts. She...
2022-03-0850 minPsychology Talk PodcastPediatric Hypnosis with Dr. Ran Anbar, M.D.On this episode of the Psychology Talk Podcast, Dr. Hoye is joined by Dr. Ran Ambar. Dr. Ran D. Anbar, is a board-certified pediatric pulmonologist and general pediatrician. He is a leader in field of clinical hypnosis, and has 20 years of experience treating children. He has also served as a professor of pediatrics and medicine and the director of pediatric pulmonology at SUNY Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, New York, for 21 years.Dr. Anbar also worked as a guest editor and advisory editor for the American Journal of Clinical Hypnosis. He has co-directed more than 20 clinic workshops on...
2022-03-0148 minPsychology Talk PodcastProspering Post Pandemic with Karenthia A. BarberKarenthia A. Barber has over 20 years of experience in organizational development, education/training and human resources. Karenthia is recognized as a world-class speaker, seasoned consultant, trainer and coach, she currently serves as an adjunct faculty member and president of Professional Development Associates, a consulting practice that provides coaching, consulting and education services to organizations. She provides a wide range of organizational development and training services including workshops, facilitating focus groups, seminars, and staff retreats and coaching.In this episode of the psychology Talk Podcast, Karenthia joins Dr. Hoye to discuss a recently conducted a survey on the Impact...
2022-02-2254 minPsychology Talk PodcastPreventing Human Trafficking & Slavery with David NivenOn this episode of the Psychology Talk Podcast Dr. Hoye’s guest is David Niven. David is a social worker who has held positions for many years in safeguarding children, working with many agencies including Interpol. He was the national Chair of the British Association of Social Workers. David runs the Social World Podcast. He is based in the United Kingdom. In this episode we discuss•David’s work in stopping human trafficking and slavery•His podcast which is dedicated in part to this subject•The state of social work in the UK•The media and so...
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