The Captain's Couch

The Captain's Couch

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The Captain's Couch episodes

  • Session 10 - "Bipolar, Bath, and Beyond”
    This week on the couch, I use Jennifer Lewis’ story and discuss the mood disorder, Bipolar Disorder. I break down the different types of Bipolar Disorder. I describe the different types of treatment and the dangerous of not properly treating Bipolar. Lastly, I highlight other black celebrities battling Bipolar Disorder and chronicle how successfully they have managed their symptoms over time.
    https://blackamericaweb.com/2019/08/07/african-americans-and-bipolar-disorder-what-you-need-to-know/
    https://atlantablackstar.com/2017/08/13/mental-health-awareness-month-x-black-celebrities-living-bipolar-disorder/3/
    https://www.webmd.com/bipolar-disorder/guide/bipolar-disorder-forms
    https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/bipolar-disorder/symptoms-causes/syc-20355955
    https://people.com/tv/blackish-jenifer-lewis-sex-addiction-bipolar-disorder-book-interview/
    How to find the podcast: Currently on iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcast, Breaker, Stitcher, Overcast, PocketCasts, and RadioPublic. Follow me on social media: @captainscouch and @capt_ingenuity on Twitter, @capt_ingenuity on IG, and The Captain’s Couch page on FB. Leave 5 star reviews on iTunes and Stitcher. You can contact the podcast with feedback @ [email protected]. You can also leave feedback by using the hashtag #captainscouch on IG, FB, and Twitter.
    52 min
  • Session 9 - "Because to Me Death Equaled Peace"
    In this episode, I dispel long held urban black myths about suicide. I give reasons why people may choose to attempt suicide as well as some of the situations I have seen in the clinical setting. I provide resources that are being used to help prevent suicide in people of all ages and genders. This week’s clip to connect the topic is from WNBA All-Star, NCAA Champion, and College Player of the Year, Chamique Holdsclaw and her battles and journey with suicide and Bipolar II Disorder. If you are feeling suicidal and have no idea where to turn you can reach out to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255.
    Articles used in this episode:
    https://www-theroot-com.cdn.ampproject.org/v/s/www.theroot.com/suicides-among-black-children-are-at-crisis-levels-the-1834479583/amp?usqp=mq331AQEKAFwAQ%3D%3D&_js_v=0.1#aoh=15684231322089&referrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com&_tf=From%20%251%24s&share=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.theroot.com%2Fsuicides-among-black-children-are-at-crisis-levels-the-1834479583
    https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/news/20190626/suicide-rates-soaring-among-black-teens
    https://urbanfaith.com/2018/06/black-people-dont-commit-suicide-thats-white-thing.html/
    https://www-psychologytoday-com.cdn.ampproject.org/v/s/www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/happiness-in-world/201004/the-six-reasons-people-attempt-suicide?amp=&usqp=mq331AQEKAFwAQ%3D%3D&_js_v=0.1#aoh=15685135925244&referrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com&_tf=From%20%251%24s&share=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.psychologytoday.com%2Fus%2Fblog%2Fhappiness-in-world%2F201004%2Fthe-six-reasons-people-attempt-suicide
    https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/suicide-resource-guide#3
    How to find the podcast: Currently on iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcast, Breaker, Stitcher, Overcast, PocketCasts, and RadioPublic. Follow me on social media: @captainscouch and @capt_ingenuity on Twitter, @capt_ingenuity on IG, and The Captain’s Couch page on FB. Leave 5 star reviews on iTunes and Stitcher. You can contact the podcast with feedback @ [email protected]. You can also leave feedback by using the hashtag #captainscouch on IG, FB, and Twitter.
    59 min
  • Session 8 - "Got a High Tolerance When Your Age Don't Exist"
    In the first of probably several episodes about Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, I present a 2013 longitudinal study that gives us the reality of ADHD diagnoses in black youth. I reference Hotep Superior’s comments again and refute his body of work on ADHD in regards to the importance of diagnosing and treating ADHD properly. I provide the diagnostic criteria for the different types of ADHD. I discuss some barriers to why black youth are under-diagnosed with ADHD or mental health in general. I also discuss some concerns and misunderstandings about Special Education services.
    Articles used in the episode: https://www.nbcnews.com/news/nbcblk/study-adhd-symptoms-are-going-untreated-black-youth-n761701
    https://www.additudemag.com/race-and-adhd-how-people-of-color-get-left-behind/
    https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/adhd/symptoms-causes/syc-20350889
    https://newsone-com.cdn.ampproject.org/v/s/newsone.com/3107853/adhd-misdiagnosis-black-boys-dr-umar-johnson/amp/?usqp=mq331AQA&_js_v=0.1#aoh=15644157916204&csi=1&referrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com&_tf=From%20%251%24s&share=https%3A%2F%2Fnewsone.com%2F3107853%2Fadhd-misdiagnosis-black-boys-dr-umar-johnson%2F
    How to find the podcast: Currently on iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcast, Breaker, Stitcher, Overcast, PocketCasts, and RadioPublic. Follow me on social media: @captainscouch and @capt_ingenuity on Twitter, @capt_ingenuity on IG, and The Captain’s Couch page on FB. Leave 5 star reviews on iTunes and Stitcher. You can contact the podcast with feedback @ [email protected]. You can also leave feedback by using the hashtag #captainscouch on IG, FB, and Twitter.
    58 min
  • Session 7 - “So How Cold is it Back East?”

    In this week, I discuss the concept of Emotional intelligence.  I highlights the ins and outs, good side and dark side of EQ.  I give my thoughts on Hotep King Supreme, Umar Johnson and how he's using EQ in a very dangerous and harmful way.  Lastly, I use one of my favorite movies of all-time, The Wood as this week's pop reference highlighting EQ at work between Slim, Mike, and Roland.  


    Articles used in the episode: https://medium.com/@teetalksdallas/what-emotional-intelligence-look-like-in-black-men-and-how-it-affects-black-women-2cddf2913d50

    https://abernathymagazine.com/emotional-intelligence-black-male/

    https://www.inc.com/justin-bariso/13-things-emotionally-intelligent-people-do.html

    https://www-psychologytoday-com.cdn.ampproject.org/v/s/www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/good-thinking/201408/the-dark-side-emotional-intelligence?amp=&usqp=mq331AQEKAFwAQ%3D%3D&_js_v=0.1#aoh=15674412040830&_ct=1567446706213&referrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com&_tf=From%20%251%24s&share=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.psychologytoday.com%2Fus%2Fblog%2Fgood-thinking%2F201408%2Fthe-dark-side-emotional-intelligence

    https://newsone-com.cdn.ampproject.org/v/s/newsone.com/3107853/adhd-misdiagnosis-black-boys-dr-umar-johnson/amp/?usqp=mq331AQA&_js_v=0.1#aoh=15644157916204&csi=1&referrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com&_tf=From%20%251%24s&share=https%3A%2F%2Fnewsone.com%2F3107853%2Fadhd-misdiagnosis-black-boys-dr-umar-johnson%2F

    How to find the podcast: Currently on iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcast, Breaker, Stitcher, Overcast, PocketCasts, and RadioPublic.     Follow me on social media: @captainscouch and @capt_ingenuity on Twitter,  @capt_ingenuity on IG, and The Captain’s Couch page on FB.   Leave 5 star reviews on iTunes and Stitcher.  You can contact the podcast with feedback @ [email protected].  You can also leave feedback by using the hashtag #captainscouch on IG, FB, and Twitter.

    1 hr 8 min
  • Session 6 - "Negative Nathan"
    In this episode, I continue the discussion from last week and highlight negative self-talk. I break down cognitive distortions, thought processes that put a negative “spin” on experiences, situations, and even people in our lives. I discuss the toxic effects negative self-talk can have on your mind, mood, behavior, and relationships. Lastly, I link the concept to Season 3 of Insecure.
    Articles used in the episode: https://www.verywellmind.com/cognitive-distortions-and-stress-3144921
    https://lnr.li/XP8Uv/
    How to find the podcast: Currently on iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcast, Breaker, Stitcher, Overcast, PocketCasts, and RadioPublic. Follow me on social media: @captainscouch and @capt_ingenuity on Twitter, @capt_ingenuity on IG, and The Captain’s Couch page on FB. Leave 5 star reviews on iTunes and Stitcher. You can contact the podcast with feedback @ [email protected]. You can also leave feedback by using the hashtag #captainscouch on IG, FB, and Twitter.
    51 min
  • Session 5 - "The Power of Positivity"
    Brought to you by your Six-Time WWE Tag Team Champions and your First African born WWE Champion!!! In this episode, I discuss the journey of The New Day from rags to riches in the WWE. I discuss the concept of self-talk and focus on positive self-talk and how it can help us overcome negative thoughts, experiences, and even negative people. I explore different ways to foster positive self-talk from faith in a higher power to positive affirmations and helping others.
    Articles used in the episode: http://everythinggirlslove.com/10-affirmations-to-speak-life-into-your-sons/
    http://everythinggirlslove.com/10-affirmations-to-speak-life-into-your-sons/
    https://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/hope-relationships/201605/the-power-positive-self-talk
    http://lnr.li/jLZSl
    https://www.lifehack.org/504756/self-talk-determines-your-success-15-tips
    How to find the podcast: Currently on iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcast, Breaker, Stitcher, Overcast, PocketCasts, and RadioPublic. Follow me on social media: @captainscouch and @capt_ingenuity on Twitter, @capt_ingenuity on IG, and The Captain’s Couch page on FB. Leave 5 star reviews on iTunes and Stitcher. You can contact the podcast with feedback @ [email protected]. You can also leave feedback by using the hashtag #captainscouch on IG, FB, and Twitter.
    51 min
  • Session 4 - "But is it really a Mental Health Issue?”
    In this episode I discuss 45’s statements about mental health being the issue behind the most recent mass shootings which happened in the same day. I also discuss 45’s Administration and Republicans attempts to undercut the ACA, Medicaid, and mental health funding. Articles used in this episode:
    44 min
  • Session 3 - "We in the Trust Tree!"
    Shout out to the OG His and Hers podcast! In this episode, I discuss what to expect when you begin your therapy journey. I give some tips about finding a therapy and describe preparing for therapy. I breakdown the process that I use with my kids as well as help put some initial fears about starting therapy to rest. Remember, therapy is a relationship and a process. Check out the articles in the episode: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-gen-y-psy/201904/6-things-expect-when-you-start-therapy https://www.huffpost.com/entry/first-time-at-therapy_n_4612858?guccounter=1 How to find the podcast: Currently on iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcast, Breaker, Stitcher, and PocketCasts, RadioPublic. Follow me on social media: @captainscouch and @capt_ingenuity on Twitter, @capt_ingenuity on IG, and The Captain’s Couch page on FB. Leave 5 star reviews on iTunes and Stitcher. You can contact the podcast with feedback @ [email protected]. You can also leave feedback by using the hashtag #captainscouch on IG, FB, and Twitter.
    1 hr 4 min
  • Session 2 - Why Black Mental Health Matters
    In this episode, I discuss why black mental health matters from the standpoint of crises, conditions, and trauma we experience as a community to barriers and stigma that prevent us from reaching out to seek treatment. I wish discuss why it is important for men like myself to be involved in the mental health field. I give insight on my experience working with black boys and girls in particular in regards to the struggles I'm hoping to help them with before they reach adulthood. Articles used in this episode: https://www.talkspace.com/blog/black-men-mental-health-challenges-therapy/ https://www.mentalhealthamerica.net/african-american-mental-health How to find the podcast: Currently on iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcast, Breaker, Stitcher, and PocketCasts, RadioPublic. Follow me on social media: @captainscouch and @capt_ingenuity on Twitter, @capt_ingenuity on IG, and The Captain’s Couch page on FB. Leave 5 star reviews on iTunes and Stitcher. You can contact the podcast with feedback @ [email protected]. You can also leave feedback by using the hashtag #captainscouch on IG, FB, and Twitter.
    1 hr
  • Session 1 - Am I Really a Fraud? Life with Anxiety and Imposter Syndrome

    Byron Taylor, MS, P-LPC, CMHT welcomes you to the first session at The Captain's Couch. Byron discusses the mission of the podcast and opens up about journey both personally and professionally.

    In the subject of the week, Byron discusses Anxiety and his struggle with Imposter Syndrome.
    Article used in the episode: https://www-psychologytoday-com.cdn.ampproject.org/v/s/www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/real-women/201809/the-reality-imposter-syndrome?amp_js_v=a2&_gsa=1&&usqp=mq331AQA#referrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com&_tf=From%20%251%24s&share=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.psychologytoday.com%2Fus%2Fblog%2Freal-women%2F201809%2Fthe-reality-imposter-syndrome


    45 min

About The Captain's Couch

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Hosted by Byron Taylor, MS, LPC, CMHT a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Mental Health Therapist who brings his professional perspective and personal journey as a black man to the topic of mental health, where he uses Black pop culture to bridge the gap between psychological concepts and everyday life.