On the Couch with Dr. Karmon

On the Couch with Dr. Karmon

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On the Couch with Dr. Karmon episodes

  • Are you experiencing pandemic flux?

    With the Omicron wave, just as with the Delta wave, many people may be experiencing pandemic flux.  Let's talk about it.  

    This episode is based on the Washington Post article titled "Why this stage of the pandemic makes us so anxious" published August 11, 2021 by Cuddy, A& Riley, J.


    11 min
  • Kicking off the old year and stepping into the new!

    Ditch new years resolutions and setting yourself up for failure and regret.

    Let's talk about healthy ways to reflect on the past, learn from it and set intentions for the new year.  Doing it this way will help you avoid added anxiety and depression.  

    Therapy site: bradentonbestlifecounseling.com

    Coaching site: drkarmonsears.com


    20 min
  • Dealing with Depression during the Holidays

    This is part two of a series on Stress and Depression during the holidays.  It was inspired by a young woman in one of my groups.  Depression does not always look like the pictures we see in articles. I invite you to go below the surface and check in with your friends and loved ones during this time of year.  The happiest time of the year is not the happiest time of the year for everyone.


    If you are struggling, reach out and talk to someone.

    National Suicide Hotline 800-273-8255

    Need a provider in your area? apa.org for a national provider directory.  flapsych.org for a provider directory in Florida.  Dial 211 for local resources as well.  If you are in the Bradenton area: Suncoast Hospital or Centerstone Hospital for voluntary admission for mental health treatment.  Sarasota, FL try Bayside hospital or Serenity place if you are 60+ years of age.

    22 min
  • Grief at different ages
    This week I was confronted with loss on multiple levels.  This episode is for listeners who also have been dealing with grief and hopefully will help you to understand how to help your children, mothers, fathers and friends through their grief.
    For Stages of Grief, look up Elizabeth Kubler-Ross
    24 min
  • Are you eating your feelings?

    What are the signs of emotional eating and what can you do instead of eating your feelings.

    • Do you eat more when you’re feeling stressed?
    • Do you eat when you’re not hungry or when you’re full?
    • Do you eat to feel better (to calm and soothe yourself when you’re sad, mad, bored, anxious, etc.)?
    • Do you reward yourself with food?
    • Do you regularly eat until you’ve stuffed yourself?
    • Does food make you feel safe? Do you feel like food is a friend?
    • Do you feel powerless or out of control around food?
      • 14 min
    • How do you stand behind your friends?
      This episode is inspired by a yoga challenge that I'm participating in from November 1st to November 8th.  Join me in this free challenge and follow the sponsors and hosts 🧘🏾‍♂️🧘🏾‍♂️🧘🏾‍♂️
      Here’s the challenge Pose List:
      Day 1: How do you stand up for your friends? (Any standing pose) 🍁
      Day 2: What’s your favorite thing to share with a friend? (Any twisting pose)
      Day 3: How do you stay connected in your friendships? (Any core pose)
      Day 4: Share a quality your friend has that you admire (Any forward bend)
      Day 5: When is it challenging to be a good friend? (Any balancing pose)
      Day 6: How does your squad make you feel supported? (Any grounding pose)
      Day 7: How do you describe yourself as a friend? (Any seated pose)
      Day 8: Do your squad's favorite yoga pose! (Yogi's Choice)
      Hosts:
      @thenamastebae
      @thecaramelyogi
      @muvalovinyoga
      @stephanieacostayoga
      @yogaandmahogany
      @journeytoleisure
      Sponsors:
      @aloyoga
      @alomoves
      10 min
    • How to Help Someone with Depression

      When someone is depressed, they don't want to be blamed for not getting out of bed or made to feel worse for not doing their personal hygeine.  Here are some tips on what can be helpful and more supportive.

      4 min

    About On the Couch with Dr. Karmon

    From the publisher's feed

    I'm Dr. Karmon. I'm a psychologist practicing in Florida. Did you know your mental and physical health are connected? Did you know what affects one (positively or negatively) can affect the other? This podcast talks about that intersection and different ways of healing both.