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Amy Serin is a world renowned neuropsychologist who is on a mission to teach you how to shut off the stress switch, which is the name of her new book: The Stress Switch, The Truth About Stress and How to Short-Circuit it. She has spoken at over 100 conferences, has been featured in the Huffington Post, Bustle.com, and has been honored with many entrepreneurial awards. As a neuropsychologist and stress expert, she understands the complexity of brain-based issues and utilizes cutting-edge, integrative approaches to help people reach their own individual goals. Serin’s approach to switching off the stress switch is both scientific and holistic, and stems from a broad educational background. She graduated from Arizona State University, where she was Valedictorian and holds a PhD in Clinical Psychology with a specialty in Pediatric Neuropsychology from The Fielding Institute in Santa Barbara, California. Dr. Serin completed her training at Phoenix Children’s Hospital and several private practices before opening a practice to serve Phoenix and the West Valley. She is President Elect of The Arizona Neuropsychological Association and a member of the International Society for Neurofeedback and Research, the Arizona Psychological Association, the National Academy of Neuropsychology, and Arizona Children’s Services Network. Dr. Serin is the founder of Serin Center neuropsychology clinics offering psychological and neurological assessments for the diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of conditions. Dr. Serin,invented Touchpoints, a non invasive lifestyle wearable that is a U.S. patent pending neuroscientific technology to relieve stress by over 70% in as few as 30 seconds.

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Bill Eddy is a lawyer, therapist, mediator, and co-founder and Training Director of the High Conflict Institute. He obtained his law degree from the University of San Diego, a master’s degree of social work from San Diego State University, and a psychology degree from Case Western Reserve University. He has taught at the University of San Diego School of Law and the National Judicial College. Eddy currently provides training to professionals worldwide on the subject of managing high-conflict personalities and is a part-time faculty member at the Straus Institute for Dispute Resolution at Pepperdine University School of Law and at Monash University Law Chambers. He has written 15 books, the latest of which is Why We Elect Narcissists and Sociopaths… And How We Can Stop! He lives in California.

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Jim McCarthy is a TEDx speakerand # 1 bestselling author ofLive Each Day: A Surprisingly Simple Guide to Happiness. He teaches people how to create their happiness by blending mindfulness techniques and timeless wisdom with simple, science-based practices. Jim is recognized for his unique perspective as a Stanford MBA, internet pioneer, and person living with a cancer diagnosis. He has presented his innovative and acclaimed “Happiness Keynote”to organizations of all sizes across the U.S. and internationally.  Audiences take away practical strategies, evidence-based insights, and daily action plans — because happiness is a skill you can develop. Learn more at www.JimMcCarthy.com

Logic. Perception. Consciousness. These are the things that we process each and every day. But there is much more to our minds than we will ever realize. That’s why I want to tell you about a show that dives deep into the inner workings of our brain. It’s called Sean Carroll’s Mindscape. Join host Sean Carroll as he sits down with some of the most interesting thinkers in the world to talk science, philosophy, culture and much more. Past guests have included neuroscientists, game designers, and historians.So if you’ve ever wanted to know how music affects your brain, the origin of human impulse, or how black holes work - then you’ve come to the right place!In just a moment, you’ll get to hear a preview of Sean Carroll’s Mindscape featuring filmmaker Seth MacFarlane. Sean and Seth chat about The Orville and writing for science fiction.While you’re listening, go subscribe to Sean Carroll’s Mindscape on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you’re listening to Shrink Rap Radio right now. Or click here to subscribe.

With over 12 years of experience in counseling, Paul Krauss, MA LPC, has worked in three different states and in various settings including universities, crisis intervention centers, social service agencies, and more. His expertise lies in a multitude of categories including family counseling, substance abuse, trauma, and mindfulness. Spending the majority of his childhood living and working at a motel with his parents, Paul had the opportunity to meet countless diverse individuals, which ultimately ignited his passion to help those around him in any way he could. During college, while studying to obtain his degree in education, Paul was a mentor for students, loved learning about the human condition and behavior, and focused on subjects such as ecology, psychology, and philosophy. Now, Paul Krauss MA LPC is the Clinical Director of Health for Life Grand Rapids, home of The Trauma-Informed Counseling Center of Grand Rapids. Paul is also a Private Practice Psychotherapist, host of the Intentional Clinician podcast, Behavioral Health Consultant, Clinical Trainer, and Counseling Supervisor. Paul is the creator of the National Violence Prevention Hotline (in progress)  as well as the Intentional Clinician Training Program for Counselors.

Gary Gach is a lifelong meditator who was ordained by Vietnamese Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh. He's been hosting Zen Mindfulness Fellowship weekly for ten years, in the tradition of the Plum Village Community of Engaged Buddhism. He mentors and coaches in corporate and private sessions, and is a popular keynote speaker and panelist.  His previous book is the bestselling Complete Idiot's Guide to Buddhism, and he's editor of What Book!? Buddha Poems from Beat to Hiphop (American Book Award).His work has appeared in a dozen anthologies and a hundred periodicals, including The Atlantic, Christian Science Monitor, Code of Signals, Harvard Divinity Bulletin, Huffington Post, In These Times, Language for a New Century, The Nation, Psychology Today, Technicians of the Sacred, Words Without Borders, and Yoga Journal.

Author page: http://GaryGach.com

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Teo Alfero is the founder of the Wolf Connection sanctuary and creator of Wolf Therapy®, a singular program that empowers individuals dealing with psychological and emotional pain, addiction, and trauma using the human-wolf bond. Teo is a transformational teacher and shamanic practitioner whose work is strongly influenced by that of Carlos Castaneda. He is a TEDx speaker, one of the100 Making A Difference, and a member of the Association of Transformational Leaders. He has been featured in the New York Times, the Los Angeles Times, and other major media. Born in Argentina, he now lives with his wife and daughter and the Wolf Connection pack in California. To learn more, visit WolfConnection.org.

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Daniel Brown, Ph.D. is Associate Clinical Professor of Psychology at Harvard Medical School and has served on the faculty for over 38 years. As a senior meditation master, he’s trained and taught with top Indo-Tibetan Bon & Buddhist lamas for over 48 years, including lineage holders of some of the great schools of Buddhism. Also, he is an author of 24 books, and winner of the several awards from the American Psychiatric Association and the American Academy of Psychiatry & Law for outstanding contribution to forensic psychiatry. As a legal expert witness, Dr Brown has testified in over 200 child abuse cases and served as an expert witness for the prosecutors at the International War Crimes Tribunal helping them establish a standard of evidence for victims of war atrocities. Dr. Brown’s Three Pillars training is available at The Attachment Project based on the foundations of his and Dr. Elliott’s award-winning book Attachment Disturbances in Adults: Treatment for Comprehensive Repair.  The Three Pillars treatment method that has garnered praise across the scientific and medical community, and he is a recipient of the 2018 Pierre Janet Writing Award.

Robert D. Romanyshyn is an Emeritus Professor of Clinical Psychology at Pacifica Graduate Institute, an Affiliate Member of The Inter-Regional Society of Jungian Analysts, and a Fellow of the Dallas Institute of Humanities and Culture. Author of eight books including his forthcoming Victor Frankenstein, the Monster and the Shadows of Technology: The Frankenstein Prophecies, he has published articles in psychology, philosophy, education and literary journals, published a book of poems, written a one act play about Frankenstein, and created a multi-media DVD entitled Antarctica: Inner journeys in the Outer World,a psychological reflection on the melting polar ice. In addition to on line seminars and interviews, he has given lectures and workshops at universities and professional societies in the U.S., Europe, Australia, South Africa, Canada and New Zealand.

Website: RobertRomanyshyn.com.

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Shaili Jain, M.D. is a Bristish born American Physician of Indian ancestry. She is a psychiatrist and PTSD specialist and currently serves as the Medical Director for Integrated Care at the VA Palo Alto Healthcare System. She is a trauma scientist affiliated with the National Center for Post-traumatic Stress Disorder, a consortium which is widely regarded as the world's leading center of excellence on PTSD, and a Clinical Associate Professor affiliated with the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the Stanford University School of Medicine. Dr. Jain’s work is widely accredited for elucidating the role of paraprofessionals and peers in the treatment of American veterans with PTSD. Her work has been published in some of the most prestigious medical journals, such as the Journal of the American Medical Association, Psychiatric Services and the Journal of Traumatic Stress, in addition to being featured in national publications such as The New York Times. Her medical essays and commentary have appeared in the New England Journal of Medicine, Psychology Today, Kevin MD, STAT, public radio and elsewhere.