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3. Addiction, Trauma, and Creating Supportive Communities with Eric Stone
In this episode, Bethany interviews Eric Stone, a seasoned therapist, about his journey into therapy, the importance of diverse experiences in mental health, and the challenges and rewards of working in this field. Eric shares insights on working in various therapy settings and emphasizes the significance of supportive therapy communities, harm reduction approaches, and addressing addiction and religious trauma. They discuss the impact of the field on mental health professionals, the need for diverse representation in therapy, and the future of addressing gambling addiction. Eric also touches on the essence of connection in combating addiction and the evolving understanding of trauma-informed care. Join them for an engaging discussion on fostering community support among therapists and ensuring accessible and effective mental health care for all.
Find Eric Stone:
www.empoweredchangedcounseling.com and the Deciphering Growth Podcast
To learn more about Bethany Valenti, PsyD:
www.bethanyvalenti.com
https://www.instagram.com/sayhellotoyourtherapistpodcast/
https://www.instagram.com/bethanyvalentipsyd/
https://www.facebook.com/p/Bethany-Valenti-PsyD-61579092524236/
Things we talked about/mentioned:
Ted Talk Rat Park: Everything you think you know about addiction is wrong | Johann Hari | TED
A&E show Intervention
00:00 Introduction and Warm Welcome
00:58 Journey to Becoming a Therapist
01:54 Diverse Experiences in Mental Health
02:38 Challenges and Rewards in Counseling
03:51 The Importance of Community Support
04:31 Navigating Therapy and Specializations
06:05 Addressing Burnout and Industry Issues
06:28 The Role of Diversity in Therapy
08:49 Client-Therapist Relationships
10:09 The Impact of Trauma and Addiction
12:40 Misconceptions and Stigmas in Therapy
19:47 Future Trends in Mental Health
20:08 The Connection Between Addiction and Connection
20:50 The Vietnam War and Addiction
21:20 The Role of Connection in Overcoming Addiction
21:53 The Misconceptions and Realities of Addiction
23:39 Harm Reduction and Therapy Approaches
28:12 The Importance of Community and Support
32:57 Therapist's Personal Insights and Practices
34:16 Fun and Personal Questions
37:04 Final Thoughts and Where to Find More Information
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By Bethany Valenti, PsyDIn this episode, Bethany interviews Eric Stone, a seasoned therapist, about his journey into therapy, the importance of diverse experiences in mental health, and the challenges and rewards of working in this field. Eric shares insights on working in various therapy settings and emphasizes the significance of supportive therapy communities, harm reduction approaches, and addressing addiction and religious trauma. They discuss the impact of the field on mental health professionals, the need for diverse representation in therapy, and the future of addressing gambling addiction. Eric also touches on the essence of connection in combating addiction and the evolving understanding of trauma-informed care. Join them for an engaging discussion on fostering community support among therapists and ensuring accessible and effective mental health care for all.
Find Eric Stone:
www.empoweredchangedcounseling.com and the Deciphering Growth Podcast
To learn more about Bethany Valenti, PsyD:
www.bethanyvalenti.com
https://www.instagram.com/sayhellotoyourtherapistpodcast/
https://www.instagram.com/bethanyvalentipsyd/
https://www.facebook.com/p/Bethany-Valenti-PsyD-61579092524236/
Things we talked about/mentioned:
Ted Talk Rat Park: Everything you think you know about addiction is wrong | Johann Hari | TED
A&E show Intervention
00:00 Introduction and Warm Welcome
00:58 Journey to Becoming a Therapist
01:54 Diverse Experiences in Mental Health
02:38 Challenges and Rewards in Counseling
03:51 The Importance of Community Support
04:31 Navigating Therapy and Specializations
06:05 Addressing Burnout and Industry Issues
06:28 The Role of Diversity in Therapy
08:49 Client-Therapist Relationships
10:09 The Impact of Trauma and Addiction
12:40 Misconceptions and Stigmas in Therapy
19:47 Future Trends in Mental Health
20:08 The Connection Between Addiction and Connection
20:50 The Vietnam War and Addiction
21:20 The Role of Connection in Overcoming Addiction
21:53 The Misconceptions and Realities of Addiction
23:39 Harm Reduction and Therapy Approaches
28:12 The Importance of Community and Support
32:57 Therapist's Personal Insights and Practices
34:16 Fun and Personal Questions
37:04 Final Thoughts and Where to Find More Information