Psych Talk

What is the difference between a psychiatrist and psychologist? What is the difference between a therapist and a psychologist? Should I go to counseling or therapy?

There are a number of different professionals in the mental health field and it can be confusing understanding what each one does and how they were trained. A recent [deleted tweet] by the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (AACAP) highlighted that even those in the field do not fully understand the training and expertise of other professionals.

In today's episode of Psych Talk I discuss various mental health professionals, including psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, counselors, and marriage and family therapists, their schooling, training, and what they do. This episode only applies to professionals and the USA and gives a general overview of some differences and similarities, recognizing that degrees are program dependent and licensure is state dependent. At the end of the day, all professionals have a role in mental health and it is our job to work together to best serve our clients.

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In today's episode of Psych Talk, I discuss various strategies to better your mental health outside of therapy. Therapy is inaccessible to so many people, yet, there are evidence-based ways to improve mental health and reduce depressive and anxious symptoms that individuals can implement in their every day life. In this episode I discuss a variety of strategies to improve your mental health, ranging from "basics" like good sleep and nutrition, to breathing exercises, and creative outlets. The suggestions in this episode are not a replacement for therapy, not a "cure" for mental health conditions, nor is it to dissuade people from seeking out mental health treatment.

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In today's episode of Psych Talk I chat with Dr. André Austell, PsyD a clinical sports psychologist. Dr. Austell discusses a little bit about his background and his journey to becoming a psychologist. He discusses what a sports psychologist is and what they do, as well as specific areas that sports psychologists may assist with including performance enhancement, mental skills training, coping with injury, and identity formation. In addition to sports psychology, another area of Dr. Austell's expertise is learning disabilities and ADHD. Dr. Austell and I discuss what learning disabilities and ADHD are and the psychosocial impacts of such including and beyond the classroom setting.

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Instagram: @drdre2421

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YouTube: @drdre2421

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HAPPY PRIDE MONTH! In today's episode of Psych Talk, I discuss the current sociopolitical climate with regard to LGBTQ+ rights. First, I give a brief history of the Stonewall Uprising and Pride Month. Then, I discuss current anti-LGBTQ+ legislation in the United States, highlighting both general themes and specific bills. I discuss what the bills say and problems and potential outcomes with the bills. I discuss the mental health impact of these bills on LGBTQ+ persons and then discuss action steps we can take (especially non-LGBTQ+ individuals) can do to support our LGBTQ+ loved ones.

Resources:

Stonewall Uprising: https://www.loc.gov/item/today-in-history/june-28/

Human Rights Campaign: https://www.hrc.org/press-releases/weekly-roundup-of-anti-lgbtq-legislation-advancing-in-states-across-the-country-3

Trans Legislation Tracker: https://translegislation.com/

American Civil Liberties Union: https://www.aclu.org/legislative-attacks-on-lgbtq-rights

Trevor Project: https://www.thetrevorproject.org/resources/

Case @some_dude_named_case

Oliver @olivergdixon

Makayla @makaylajwatson

Kimberly @misskimberlyanderson

Xofer @transmenexist

Aiden @aiden_m365

Luke @lukewesleypearson

Wesley @wesleymexia

Kayden @kaydenxcoleman

Schuyler @pinkmataray 

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In today's episode of Psych Talk I chat with Nick Thompson from Netflix's hit reality series Love is Blind. Nick is a human connections expert, marketing executive, podcast host, mental health advocate, and founding member of the UCAN foundation, which aims to provide legal and mental health support to past, current, and future reality TV cast members. In this episode, Nick discusses his experiences with mental health throughout his childhood, teen years, and early 20s leading up to being cast on Love is Blind. We dive into how Love is Blind and, more broadly, being on reality TV impacted Nick and others' mental health including during filming and after filming wrapped. We discuss misconceptions about being on reality TV and what inspired Nick to cofound the UCAN Foundation. Nick discusses the mission of the UCAN Foundation and the impact it has already have. Further, we discussed Nick's passion for mental health, using his platform to discuss mental health, particularly as a man, and men's mental health.

Connect with Nick:

Podcast: Eyes Wide Open

Instagram: @nthompson513

LinkedIn: Nick Thompson

TikTok: @nickthompson513

Website: www.engagewithnick.com

UCAN Foundation

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In today's episode of Psych Talk I chat with Dr. Thai Alonso (aka Dr. T) a licensed clinical psychologist, all about the challenges of being a therapist. Dr. T shares a little about her background and clinical work, as well as why she feels it is important to discuss the challenges of being a therapist. We cover a variety of challenges therapists face, ranging from not feeling good enough, transference and countertransference, logistical challenges, challenges of working with minors, among many more. We could not possibly have covered all of the challenges of being a therapist; however, our hope with this discussion is to normalize experiencing these challenges for other therapists, as well as add a humanness side to being therapists for clients. Further, Dr. T offers words of advice and encouragement for any therapist currently facing challenges.

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TikTok: @drt_therapist

Email: [email protected]

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The Helping Professional's Guide to Boundary Setting

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In today's episode of Psych Talk, I discuss Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) which is classified as an eating disorder added to the DSM-5 in 2013. In this episode, I discuss what ARFID is and what it is not. I provide information about causes of, risk factors for, correlates of, prevalence rates, and gender-related data on ARFID, given the limited information we currently have on ARFID. I discuss various treatment options for ARFID and how parents can support their child with ARFID, as we tend to see this diagnosis occur more frequently in children and teens than adults.

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In today's episode of Psych Talk, I chat with Dr. Kristen Casey, Licensed Clinical Psychologist, all about insomnia. Dr. Kristen discusses her journey to becoming an insomnia expert and how she happened to fall in love with sleep. She defines what insomnia is for listeners and discusses the differences between acute and chronic insomnia. Dr. Kristen discusses some of the causes of insomnia and we discuss insomnia in marginalized individuals and how racial and ethnic minorities are disproportionately impacted by sleep problems. Dr. Kristen then goes on to discuss treatments for insomnia, as well as discusses tips to enhance sleep quality in individuals who may not have insomnia but still struggle with sleep. We even have an in depth discussion about sunrise alarm clocks! Further, Dr. Kristen discusses her recent book on insomnia.

Connect with Dr. Kristen:

IG: @drkristencasey

TikTok: @drkristencasey

Youtube: Kristen Casey, PsyD

Podcast: Welcome to Group Therapy

Book: Insomnia Doc's Guide to Restful Sleep

Mentioned in this Episode:

National Sleep Foundation

Sunrise Alarm Clock

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In today's episode of Psych Talk, I chat with Emily Maynard, LMFT in California about purity culture and religious trauma. Emily discusses her own experiences in purity culture and how she started deconstructing her beliefs. Emily defines purity culture for listeners and a highlights the multiple aspects that purity culture encompasses. We discuss the negative impact of purity culture on individuals, especially girls and women and how it impacts the relationship with the self, as well as others. Emily discusses how dysfunctional family systems and beliefs also play a role in contributing to and maintaining purity culture and how dysfunctional family systems impact one's ability to start healing from purity culture. At the end of the episode, Emily provides encouragement to anyone who has gone through their own religious trauma or is on their own healing journey from purity culture.

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IG: @emilymaynardlmft

Website: www.emilymaynardtherapy.com

Mentioned in this Episode:

#ChurchToo

The Purity Myth

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Life of Riley by Kevin MacLeod

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In today's episode of Psych Talk, I chat with Christina Ennabe, LCMHC about Inference-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (ICBT) for OCD. Christina is an OCD specialist who, after working with clients with OCD, was diagnosed with OCD herself. We discuss Christina's experience getting diagnosed with OCD and how that impacted how she approaches treatment with her clients. Christina defines for listeners what OCD is and describes a lesser known treatment for OCD Inference-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (ICBT). Christina describes the differences and similarities between ICBT and Exposure with Response Prevention (ERP) and why the various approaches for OCD may work better for certain individuals. We discuss the beneficial effects of ICBT for individuals with OCD. Further, Christina shares about her course that she has created for individuals with OCD which features ICBT skills.

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IG: @christinacounsels

Website: www.christinaennabe.com

Mentioned in this Episode:

www.ICBT.online

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The Helping Professional's Guide to Boundary Setting

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