Human First with Dr. Courtney Tracy

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Dr. Courtney Tracy, a licensed clinical social worker and doctor of clinical psychology in California, hosts an unfiltered mental health podcast that holds nothing back. As an award-winning content cr... more

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July 26, 2023 Mental Health Communities: "You Can't Heal In An Invalidating Environment"
Join Dr. Courtney Tracy, aka The Truth Doctor, a licensed psychotherapist and doctor of clinical psychology, as she discusses Seven Aspects Every Mental Health Community Should Have to ensure it's a safe and validating environment. Dr. Courtney discusses recent life events and how her experiences led her to creating her own mental health community for her global online audience. There's also a discount code in the episode for those who want to join! We think this episode could help people who want to learn what to look for in a supportive community and those who experience traits of or are diagnosed with borderline personality, autism, and/or ADHD. We'd love to hear from you via screenshots on social media by tagging us at @the.truth.doctor and @truthdoctormedia. Thank you, and enjoy.
The main message of the episode: You deserve a community that helps you heal, and that teaches you what it means to be a human while treating you like one.
Follow Dr. Courtney on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube at @the.truth.doctor. Learn more about Truth Doctor Media at thetruthdoctor.com.
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Timestamps:
00:00 - 00:49 - Intro and Starting the Truth Doctor
00:50 - 04:17 - Dr. Courtney's outpatient center and job interviews re: BPD stigma
04:18 - 05:20 - How stigma lives on the internet and social media too
05:21 - 08:24 - What is a "Validating Environment"? and What is "Community?"
08:25 - 08:30 - Seven Aspects of A Healthy Mental Health Community
08:31 - 11:04 - 1) A safe and supportive space
11:05 - 11:39 - 2) Accessible mental health resources
11:40 - 12:26 - 3) Empowerment and advocacy
12:27 - 13:22 - 4) Holistic mental health approach
13:23 - 14:49 - 5) Embracing diversity and reducing stigma
14:50 - 16:33 - 6) Community engagement and connection
16:34 - 17:47 - 7) Mental health education and awareness
17:48 - 19:54 - The Truth Doctor's three slogans
19:56 - 20:19 - Dr. Courtney's Validating Environment: her new Glad You Exist community
20:20 - 22:42 - The Glad You Exist community
22:43 - 24:16 - Glad You Exist community mental health and BPD healing offerings
24:17 - 25:16 - Why did Dr. Courtney create the Glad You Exist community?
25:17 - 26:35 - Learn more at thetruthdoctor.com/gladyouexist (discount code: HFPOD)
26:36 - 30:29 - Upcoming Glad You Exist events and the six principles of Glad You Exist
30:30 - 33:05 - Outro and "so glad you exist"
COMMUNITY WEBSITE: https://www.thetruthdoctor.com/gladyouexist
Starter Membership (3 months w/ discount): https://www.thetruthdoctor.com/offers/H248cT6e?coupon_code=HFPOD
Annual Membership (12 months w/ discount): https://www.thetruthdoctor.com/offers/UZ7eFo3X?coupon_code=HFPOD
#mentalhealth #community #borderlinepersonalitydisorder
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July 11, 2023 BPD vs. ADHD vs. Autism: "Look beneath the labels”
(cw: suicidality, abuse) Join Dr. Courtney Tracy, aka The Truth Doctor, a licensed psychotherapist and doctor of clinical psychology, as she compares the three diagnoses she's been clinically given over the last ten years as a client. Dr. Courtney discusses what the research says about the relationship between these mental health conditions and more specifically, how autism and BPD may show up through the lens of Borderline Personality Disorder DSM criteria. We think this episode could help people who have borderline personality, autism, ADHD, and/or simply have multiple diagnoses. We'd love to hear from you via screenshots on social media by tagging us at @the.truth.doctor and @truthdoctormedia. Thank you, and enjoy.
The main message of the episode: The most important part of getting a diagnosis is looking beneath the labels and seeing the human being.
Follow Dr. Courtney on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube at @the.truth.doctor.
Learn more about Truth Doctor Media at thetruthdoctor.com.
LISTEN TO EPISODES ON ALL MAJOR PODCAST PLATFORMS!

Timestamps:
00:00 - 03:06 - Intro and Receiving multiple mental health diagnoses
03:07 - 06:01 - Autism Spectrum Conditions and mental health diagnoses vs. symptoms
06:02 - 06:45 - Overview of BPD, ADHD, and Autism
06:46 - 07:17 - The biggest overlap between the disorders: Emotional dysregulation and Impulsivity
07:18 - 09:20 - 2018 study on BPD and Autism, autistic traits, and empathy
09:21 - 10:43 - Increased suicidality and risk of sexual and physical abuse with multiple diagnoses
10:44 - 15:09 - Co-occurring disorders and prevalence - ADHD, ASD, and BPD - and also CPTSD
15:10 - 18:40 - Causes and how to prevent BPD or other traumatic behaviors
18:41 - 19:44 - Treatments for Borderline Personality, ADHD, and Autistic Spectrum Disorder
19:45 - 22:41 - Not all mental health symptoms are a result of trauma
22:41 - 26:23 - BPD criteria 1 and 2 vs. Autistic symptoms: unstable relationships & fear of abandonment
26:24 - 28:48 - BPD criteria 3 and 7 vs. Autistic symptoms: identity disturbance & feelings of emptiness
28:49 - 31:45 - DSM BPD criteria 4 vs. Autistic symptoms: Self-damaging impulsivity
31:46 - 33:15 - DSM BPD criteria 5 vs. Autistic symptoms: Self-harm/suicidality & self-mutiliation
33:16 - 35:17 - DSM BPD criteria 6 and 8 vs. Autistic symptoms: Affective instability & uncontrolled anger
35:18 - 36:39 - DSM BPD criteria 9 vs. Autistic symptoms: Transient stress-related paranoid or dissociative symptoms
36:40 - 38:00 - Rejection sensitivity in all three disorders
38:01 - 39:29 - Outro and "so glad you exist"

2018 Study about Autism Spectrum "Conditions": https://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0184447

#adhd #autism #borderlinepersonalitydisorder
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41min
June 27, 2023 A Therapist's Late Diagnosis of Autism: "Oh so you're not just a b*tch?"
(cw: suicidality) Join Dr. Courtney Tracy as she reviews the last two years of her life. Dr. Courtney and her husband, Max, discuss major life changes, new neurodivergent diagnoses, a traumatic pregnancy, and their renewed relationship. We think this episode could help people who have borderline personality, autism, a traumatic history, and/or are in a relationship where mental health is a daily conversation. We'd love to hear from you via screenshots on social media by tagging us at @the.truth.doctor and @truthdoctormedia. Thank you and enjoy.
The main message of the episode: The more you understand yourself and others, the better your relationships become.
Follow Dr. Courtney on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube at @the.truth.doctor. Learn more about Truth Doctor Media at thetruthdoctor.com.
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November 23, 2022Dr. Kristen Casey: The Truth About Sleep and Your Mental Health
In this episode of the HUMAN First podcast, LAST EPISODE OF THE YEAR. Dr. Kristen Casey is clinical psychologist, author, and content creator. She’s the founder and owner of a private practice and consultation company. Prior to her psychology career, she was an EMT for 5 years. Her clinical training focused on health psychology, which sparked her interest in sleep, anxiety, and dedication to utilizing modalities that are rooted in science and research. Dr. Casey is most known on social media for providing mental health and wellness content about insomnia, anxiety, and gender/sexuality concerns.
Episode Description and Show Notes:
In this episode of the HUMAN First podcast, Dr. Courtney discusses:
Kristen describes herself as a partner, dog mom, connective, and knows all the presidents in order.

Kristen’s why for being in the mental health field starts with her career in the ambulance field

Defining what sleep is and what our brains do during sleep

There are over 70 sleep disorders

Answering the question “how much sleep should people get?” and what brain waves are present during sleep?

Awakenings are normal, the most “normal” sleeper has about 2 awakenings per night

People of color, veterans, and women tend to have more trouble sleeping

She specialized in sleep by accident, and ended up falling in love with it.

If your soul is tired, sleep won’t fix your problem. Privilege plays a huge role in sleeping habits.

One tip is waking up at the same time everyday can be really helpful for sleep regulation

“Nobody’s ever going to take you seriously” and other stigmatizing moments for being a therapist with tattoos

Sometimes the best thing you learn from clients is the opposite of what you learn in school

The nuances of cultural competency and knowing lived experience is completely different

Her purpose in life is to learn as much as she can and connect with people

Most common themes when it comes to having insomnia and how likely we are to get it.

Being able to rest and being able to sleep is a privilege, and your working on your souls energy is key to better sleep

You can find Dr. Kristen Casey online at:
IG: https://www.instagram.com/drkristencasey/?hl=en
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAlbIjiVbZ-IzaFN-3FDRWg
Twitter: https://twitter.com/drkristencasey
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drkristencasey
Learn more about Kristen's offerings at: https://www.drkristencasey.com/
Dr. Courtney Tracy’s additional offerings:
Instagram: @the.truth.doctor
TikTok: @the.truth.doctor
Twitter: @_thetruthdoctor
Exclusive YouTube Show: The Truth Doctor Show
Healing texts: USA & Canada (424) 228-9525
Website: www.thetruthdoctor.com
This podcast is not therapy and does not provide personalized clinical advice. The purpose of this podcast is to provide mental health based entertainment and psychoeducation
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November 16, 2022Elyce Mandich: The Truth About Suicide, Loss, and Trauma
In this episode of the HUMAN First podcast, we get deep. This episode is about personal loss and suicidality overall so here is your content notice. I am a therapist, a social worker, a wife, a mom, a relatable human, and so much more. Mental health is extremely important to me because I’ve been there. Maybe not in your shoes, but I have been through some really difficult times, and if I can’t relate, chances are I can empathize. Shoutout to my trauma. When I was 10-years-old I lost my mom to suicide and unfortunately, during that experience I saw first hand how stigmatized suicide and mental health challenges can be. So here I am now, adulting like no other, with a passion to break stigmas around mental health and support others along their journey towards personal growth.
SUICIDE HOTLINE: TEXT OR CALL 988 (https://988lifeline.org/)

In this episode of the HUMAN First podcast, Dr. Courtney discusses:
Elyce describes herself as a mom to two small kids, a soccer player, and someone who considers herself weird and awkward

When Elyce was 10 she lost her mom to suicide, and she feels the universe was one of the reasons her path included social work

Elyce helps define in her words suicide, loss, and trauma for the HUMAN first listeners

Over 700,000 people die by suicide annually in the world, double than homicide

From her mom’s suicide to now, we have more information on what to look for and how to help

When Elyce’s mom was a good mom, but struggled with her own traumas even though she didn’t look like it.

She describes when she found out about her mom’s suicide and how everything unfolded for her that day

Elyce believes in a ‘one more day’ meaning maybe if we can prevent someone from acting on their desire for one more day we can help them find the help they need even if it’s just in the moment

Her church community stigmatized her mother and those words hurt deeply a young Elyce

Describing the little moments and little ways her mother’s absence has showed up for her in her life

Elyce describes her time in child welfare and how working with suicidal parents had affected her

The area Elyce is most dedicated to is sitting with someone in there pain and establishing relationships to help them through

The balance between the ethical guidelines and clinical discretion of helping clients

The reasons worth living inventory can be incredibly helpful in those tunnel vision moments

Having constant suicidal thoughts shouldn’t be normal, you deserve to receive help and live in peace mentally

Elyce hopes that this conversation gives someone a little more comfort in asking or reaching out for help
You can find Elyce Mandich online at:
IG: https://www.instagram.com/thatrelatablesocialworker/?hl=en
Learn more about Elyce's offerings at: https://www.bigempathytherapy.org/
Dr. Courtney Tracy’s additional offerings:
Instagram: @the.truth.doctor
TikTok: @the.truth.doctor
Twitter: @_thetruthdoctor
Exclusive YouTube Show: The Truth Doctor Show
Healing texts: USA & Canada (424) 228-9525
Website: www.thetruthdoctor.com
This podcast is not therapy and does not provide personalized clinical advice. The purpose of this podcast is to provide mental health based entertainment and psychoeducation
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55min
November 09, 2022Dr. Sami Pieknik and David Meer: The Truth About Affirming Neurodivergent Mental Health Care
In this episode of the HUMAN First podcast, Our guests are two of the most fun people I’ve had the chance of interviewing: Dr. Sami and David! This episode is all about being neurodivergent. David Meer is a licensed professional counselor located in Scottsdale, Arizona. David has over a decade of experience and provides workshops and consultation services to corporate clients and schools in the Phoenix Metro area. Dr. Sami Pieknik is a licensed clinical psychologist in Phoenix, Arizona providing individual therapy to children, teens, and young adults. Dr. Sami has 12 years of experience working to support neurodivergent individuals.She has a background in psychological/neuropsychological assessment, autism assessment, and in working with neurodivergent folks across the lifespan and in a variety of settings including inpatient residential, home-based therapies, community mental health, and in private practice.
Episode Description and Show Notes:
In this episode of the HUMAN First podcast, Dr. Courtney discusses:
Sami describes herself as an adult toy collector, musician, and cat person. David describes himself as an empathetic father of two girls.

Sami and David connected on Linkedin and realized there’s a huge shortage of therapists who specialize in neurodiversity

They both feel a responsibility to speak up because it’s easy to stay silent

You have to be careful with what you share about yourself because the stigma against neurodiversity exists even in the mental health space

Sami and David define neurodiversity and affirming in a mental health capacity

Judy Singer first coined the term “neurodiversity” in Australia

Neurodiversity is a biological fact, not an opinion

Neurotypical is considered what society deems “normal” whereas Neurodivergent deviates from what society deems “normal”

Some people meet what challenges what they were taught with defenses

We expect the same behavior for all children just because they are around the same age, yet most of the structures we place around them are arbitrary like sitting still

There are so many different ways people present and the “average” person doesn’t exist

Autistic burnout and trauma is real and underlooked

What kind of levels of support are you providing your neurodivergent clients, peers, or friends?

The double empathy problem: What is it and How do we see it in neurodivergent people?

Seeing people for their whole being, not over generalizing, and listening is the key to affirming neurodivergent people.
You can find Dr. Sami and David online at:
Website: https://www.neurodiversecounseling.com/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/neuro.pier/?hl=en
Sami IG: https://www.instagram.com/dr.sami.p/?hl=en
Dr. Courtney Tracy’s additional offerings:
Instagram: @the.truth.doctor
TikTok: @the.truth.doctor
Twitter: @_thetruthdoctor
Exclusive YouTube Show: The Truth Doctor Show
Healing texts: USA & Canada (424) 228-9525
Website: www.thetruthdoctor.com
This podcast is not therapy and does not provide personalized clinical advice. The purpose of this podcast is to provide mental health based entertainment and psychoeducation
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53min
November 02, 2022Cate Jonsson: The Truth About Creativity, Art, Writing and Healing Mental Health
In this episode of the HUMAN First podcast, Our guest is Cate Jonsson. Cate is a writer, artist, mother and mental health advocate. In 2017 she published her first collection of poetry as an act of healing through creativity, which lead to being invited to teach writing workshops centered on finding your voice and self expression for youth and women in her community. She is currently writing her first memoir and finishing her Bachelor's in Human Services and Counseling.
In this episode of the HUMAN First podcast, Dr. Courtney discusses:
Cate describes herself as an artist which is something she struggled with

She has always loved art and poetry which was the basis for her why

Because the kids she worked with showed up, that inspired her to show up

Cate shares her personal definition of creativity

If you feel the urge to create, do it

So much of creating is about observing

Cate didn’t write in her journal for 10 years because she was afraid she would ruin it’s beauty

She didn’t realize that her writing was an act of transforming and understanding her trauma

If we feel something and don’t call it what it is, then we won’t truly feel it

Cate’s therapist who is also an artist lead her to combining art with mental health

Cate describes her calming corner in her home and how it helps her

What writing a memoir feels like when you’re actually doing it

She had always kept things at a surface level but that changed during her memoir writing

Cate reads one of her poems on the podcast!

Finding the words can be hard, sometimes it spills out sometimes it’s forced out
You can find Cate Jonsson online at:
IG: https://www.instagram.com/catejonsson/?hl=en
Learn more about Cate's offerings at: https://bio.link/cate
Dr. Courtney Tracy’s additional offerings:
Instagram: @the.truth.doctor
TikTok: @the.truth.doctor
Twitter: @_thetruthdoctor
Exclusive YouTube Show: The Truth Doctor Show
Healing texts: USA & Canada (424) 228-9525
Website: www.thetruthdoctor.com
This podcast is not therapy and does not provide personalized clinical advice. The purpose of this podcast is to provide mental health based entertainment and psychoeducation
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50min
October 26, 2022Patricia Lamas Alvarez: The Truth About Attachment Styles and Relationships
Today’s guest is one of my favorite relationship therapists, Patricia Lamas. Patricia is an LCSW, who owns Securely Coupled Therapy, and provides individual, couples, and sex therapy in both LA and NY. She has worked in a variety of different settings and is trained in IFS, Gottman, Brainspotting, and PACT Level 3. She’s a therapy queen.
In this episode of the HUMAN First podcast, Dr. Courtney discusses:
Patricia is originally from Spain and that transition was a tough challenge

She describes herself as an “anxious ball”

Patricia’s struggle with her parents divorce and her parentification lead her to her interest in healthy relationship communication

Creating secure relationships can make the world a better place

What are attachment styles?

We are all babies who are trying to attach or reattach

Being wired for connection but also being wired for survival

Loneliness is just as bad as smoking a pack of cigarettes a day health wise

How many attachment styles are there and what are they?

The goal is secure attachment which means 30% of the time your parents got it right

What do these attachment styles look like in adulthood

Is it possible to have ALL the attachment styles?

The goal isn’t necessarily to completely change your attachment style, but to use your understanding of your own to better manage your relationships

Couples need to be experts on interpreting each other

We don’t heal alone. Community and relationships are vital to healing.
You can find Patricia Lamas Alvarez online at:
IG: https://www.instagram.com/patricialamastherapy/?hl=en
Learn more about Patricia's offerings at: https://securelycoupledtherapy.com/
Dr. Courtney Tracy’s additional offerings:
Instagram: @the.truth.doctor
TikTok: @the.truth.doctor
Twitter: @_thetruthdoctor
Exclusive YouTube Show: The Truth Doctor Show
Healing texts: USA & Canada (424) 228-9525
Website: www.thetruthdoctor.com
This podcast is not therapy and does not provide personalized clinical advice. The purpose of this podcast is to provide mental health based entertainment and psychoeducation
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48min
October 19, 2022Joe Cohen: The Truth About Genetics and Health Optimization
This podcast features the founder of Self Decode as he dives into the true way to optimize your life. Joe Cohen,today’s guest, is the founder of SelfDecode, SelfHacked and LabTestAnalyzer is a thriving speaker and entrepreneur that has been independently researching health and science for over 15 years.
Episode Description and Show Notes:
In this episode of the HUMAN First podcast, Dr. Courtney discusses:
Joe describes his home that resembles a supplement store and his love for growth and optimization

He realized his body wasn’t working and doctors were not helping, this is where his why came from

Even at 13 Joe was showing signs of being very interested in his health and wellness

Not everything works for the same person the same way

Defining genetics and optimization from Joe’s perspective

Optimizing your health will help your health optimize your life

Life hacking didn’t work for him, only health hacking did

Joe’s company Self-Decode and how it can help people

Health is a complex topic, Self-Decode is here to help simplify the process of understanding yourself on a genetic level

The relationship between genetics and mental health

Using genetics has helped him find out he needs certain things for his body vs others

Joe’s philosophy of expecting 95% of the things he tries won’t work, but striving for that number to go down

Outsourcing your health can be detrimental if you change doctors or change providers in general

Your ancestry can affect your predisposition
You can find Joe Cohen online at:
IG: https://www.instagram.com/mrbiohacker/?hl=en
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8BEtyylhcM1yX_pQ2PNEXw
Learn more about Joe Cohen's offerings at: https://linktr.ee/thejoecohenshow
Dr. Courtney Tracy’s additional offerings:
Instagram: @the.truth.doctor
TikTok: @the.truth.doctor
Twitter: @_thetruthdoctor
Exclusive YouTube Show: The Truth Doctor Show
Healing texts: USA & Canada (424) 228-9525
Website: www.thetruthdoctor.com
This podcast is not therapy and does not provide personalized clinical advice. The purpose of this podcast is to provide mental health based entertainment and psychoeducation
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34min
October 12, 2022Debra Silverman: The Truth About Astrology and Mental Health
Today’s guest is Debra Silverman. Debra is an Astrologer | Teacher | Psychotherapist and Author. She has developed a unique psychological-spiritual model, combining her expertise in Esoteric (soul-centered) Astrology with her extensive education in Psychology to help those going through major life changes, especially in crisis. This episode gets interesting. Get ready to learn about my own astrological chart, the history of the science of astrology, and how your *observer* (the conscious awareness in your mind) is a slut. Ok, ok, yes, we do talk about that in this episode, but it doesn't mean what you think it means. You’ll have to listen to find out.
In this episode of the HUMAN First podcast, Dr. Courtney discusses:
Debra describes her life of almost 70 years as celebrating the possibility of staying awake within in the dream

Astrology has helped Debra raise her children in an effective way

Debra defines the ancient science of astrology

The history of the relationship between astrology and psychology

The reason there began a dislike for astrology starts from religion

Debra’s difference as an astrologer is her focus on purpose

Becoming your own observer and what that means

Your observer is a slut ;)

Meditation, writing, breathing, and yoga can all help you get in touch with your observer

Debra describes each 4 elements and how they translate to your personality

Breaking down Dr. Courtney’s birth chart

Some astrologers can be harsh and that can lead people away from it

Pain is a human dimension, but we are resistant to ever experiencing

What was Debra’s life before and after finding and practicing astrology

Debra’s word of the year is ‘patience’

How Debra works with astrology and psychology together

Astrology helps people change their internal dialogue

Debra’s message to the skeptics

How to decipher through the real qualified astrologists and the not so qualified ones

Debra’s final message for the listeners of HUMAN first
You can find Debra Silverman online at:
IG: https://www.instagram.com/debrasilverman_astrology/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/debrasilvermanastrology
Twitter: https://twitter.com/DebraSilverman
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8h-BJfBv-DzhaUSg_IJzFg
Learn more about Debra Silverman's offerings at: https://debrasilvermanastrology.com/
Dr. Courtney Tracy’s additional offerings:
Instagram: @the.truth.doctor
TikTok: @the.truth.doctor
Twitter: @_thetruthdoctor
Exclusive YouTube Show: The Truth Doctor Show
Healing texts: USA & Canada (424) 228-9525
Website: www.thetruthdoctor.com
This podcast is not therapy and does not provide personalized clinical advice. The purpose of this podcast is to provide mental health based entertainment and psychoeducation
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36min

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