The Dude Therapist

On this episode of the Dude Therapist podcast, host Eli Weinstein interviews Dr. Yasmine Saad, a two-time international best-selling author and top-rated award-winning New York City licensed clinical psychologist. Dr. Saad explains how everything is energy and how panic attacks are attempts to rebalance. She also discusses Taoism and how it can be applied to life, and encourages people to look within and find balance. Finally, she suggests focusing on one's zone of genius and reconnecting with inner beauty.

[00:00:06] Introduction

Dr. Yasmine Saad is a two-time international best-selling author and a top-rated, award-winning, NYC licensed clinical psychologist, with a globally-renowned reputation. 

Her mission is to help people decode their thoughts and emotions so that they can live the life they want. She is the creator of the Inner Message Approach™, a unique process that introduces people to the wisdom hidden in their thoughts, desires and emotions so that they can find their way to their best selves. She has been changing the world of psychology for the past 15 years by teaching her UCU “You See You” method to psychologists so that they can help their clients get to the essence of who they are and reach their potential. 

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On this episode of Dude Therapist, host Eli Weinstein interviews Dr. Shefali, a clinical psychologist, five-time author, and coach. Dr. Shefali encourages parents to be their children's partners and to teach them side by side, while staying open to growing together. She also warns against chasing happiness and emphasizes the importance of life-enhancing boundaries. Finally, she explains the concept of dysfunctional loops and how to break out of them.

[00:00:02] Conscious parenting: an uphill battle.

Dr. Shefali received her doctorate in clinical psychology from Columbia University. Specializing in the integration of Western psychology and Eastern philosophy, she brings together the best of both worlds for her clients. She is an expert in family dynamics and personal development, teaching courses around the globe. She has written four books, three of which are New York Times best-sellers, including her two landmark books The Conscious Parent and The Awakened Family.

For quick access to all of Dr. Shefali’s Social Media platforms, please utilize the URL’s listed below:

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On this episode of 'The Dude Therapist', host Eli Weinstein interviews Nick Thompson, a contestant from season two of Netflix's reality show 'Love is Blind'. Nick shares his experience on the show and the challenges that come with being on a reality show, including the pressure cooker environment and the manipulation of producers. He also talks about his work as a marketing executive, mental health advocate, and founder of the Ucan Foundation, which provides mental health and legal services to reality TV cast members. Nick emphasizes the importance of mental health, self-care, and setting boundaries in relationships.

You may know Nick Thompson from season two of Netflix’s hit reality show “Love is Blind,” but there’s a side of him you may not know: The Storyteller.

Nick believes everyone has a story to tell and should shine as their authentic self. Nick’s most passionate about building human connections to remove stigmas around mental health, holistic lifestyles, culture, free speech, and more. His podcast, “Eyes Wide Open with Nick Thompson,” elevates these societal issues with honest, authentic conversations with expert guests. All to ensure we show up in the world with our eyes wide open.

As a self-care and human connections expert and marketing executive, Nick helps empower individuals, coworkers, and business teams to take actions that help them learn and grow. As a writer, Nick authored a self-care guided journal titled: Rebuilding You: 8 Weeks to Help You Reconnect with Yourself. 

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[00:00:06] Authentic storyteller Nick Thompson empowers growth.

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On this episode of The Dude Therapists, licensed therapist Nadia shares her approach to helping women with high-functioning anxiety, including trauma-focused therapies and other techniques to develop inner confidence. The conversation also explores the impact of the pandemic on mental health and the unique ways anxiety presents in women.

Join Eli Weinstein and Nadia on this episode of the podcast as they delve into the topic of anxiety and mental health. They discuss the importance of therapy, journaling, and being present in the moment. Nadia also shares her insights on how women can communicate their needs effectively to their partners.

Nadia Fiorita, LCSW, is a licensed therapist specializing in helping women struggling with high-functioning anxiety.  She became a therapist after exploring how her own upbringing and experiences shaped her and realizing that she wanted to give women the resources she wished she had when she was going through anxiety and depression in her own life.  Nadia loves to use a more engaging, collaborative approach on her own so her clients can experience sustainable changes that last and feel more confident, calm, and content.  Lastly, Nadia has become a trusted voice and expert on Instagram, so check her account to see if it resonates with you! 

Website: https://www.nadiafiorita.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/holisticanxietytherapist/

[00:00:06] Anxiety specialist helps women find calm.

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On this episode of The Dude Therapists, Dr. Michelle Segar shares her expertise in creating sustainable healthy lifestyles. She introduces a practical science-based system for breaking down all-or-nothing thinking and cultivating flexible decision-making that supports exercise, healthy eating, and self-care within the complexities of daily life. Join us to learn how to transform your mindset about exercise and self-care!

Join us on this episode of the podcast as we explore the power of consistent decision-making for sustainability. Learn about the four decision disruptors that trap us at choice points and how to overcome them. Discover the latest science and theories that can help you make better choices for a healthier lifestyle.

Since 1994, she has been designing and evaluating methods to help people transform their mindsets by flipping their internal scripts about exercise and self-care. Michelle’s combination of academic research with real-world health coaching permits her to create practical and engaging sustainable-change systems for digital health and individual coaching/counseling scaled to boost patient and population health, employee well-being, and gym membership retention. 

A sought-after speaker and trainer, Michelle is frequently interviewed about motivation and how to create sustainable change in major media outlets, including The New York Times, NPR, The Atlantic, Forbes, The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, Prevention, Real Simple, and TIME.

No Sweat!, her bestselling book showcasing methods to create lasting exercise motivation, is widely used to train individuals in health coaching, patient counseling, and fitness training across the university and professional contexts.

Her new book, The Joy Choice, was named one of the best health books experts read by 2022 in The Washington Post. It introduces a practical, science-based system for breaking down all-or-nothing thinking and cultivating flexible and tactical decision-making that supports sustaining exercise, healthy eating, and self-care within the complexities of daily life.

Michelle’s training and experience are uniquely comprehensive, including a doctorate in Psychology (PhD), a master’s degree in Health Behavior/Health Education (MPH), a master’s degree in Kinesiology (MS), and fellowships in translational research and health care policy from the University of Michigan. She ran with the Olympic Torch at the 1992 Olympics in Barcelona.

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On this episode of The Dude Therapist, Tara Clark, founder of Modern Mom Probs, discusses the evolution of her Instagram account and podcast from humorous parenting topics to serious conversations about maternal mental health and pregnancy loss. She also touches on the double-edged sword of social media and the toxicity that can arise from differing parenting styles and strategies.

Join Eli and his guest as they explore the world of conscious parenting and the benefits it can bring to families. They discuss the importance of connecting with our children on a deeper level and creating a safe and secure environment for them to thrive. They also touch on the power of taking what we learn online and internalizing it to make it work for our own unique family units.

Tara Clark is an author, speaker, content creator, podcaster, and the founder of Modern Mom Probs. After becoming a mom and recognizing a hole in the online space for moms to connect authentically, she launched her Instagram account in 2017. She has since built a valued community, solidifying herself as a humorous, trusted voice in the parenting space.
Tara hosts the Modern Mom Probs podcast where she seeks to find solutions for modern mom problems by interviewing medical experts, therapists, popular content creators and authors, including New York Times best-selling authors Dr. Shefali and Eve Rodsky.

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On this episode of The Dude Therapist, the We Talkers discuss the joys and challenges of parenting and offer practical advice for parents concerned about their child's speech development. They emphasize the importance of seeking support and early intervention and provide a free checklist for assessing your child's speech development. Tune in for a fascinating conversation about the amazing process of communication.

On this podcast episode, the We Talkers share their expertise on supporting language and communication development in babies and toddlers. They offer practical tips and strategies for busy families, including the benefits of using parentese and sign language. They also address common myths and misconceptions surrounding speech development, such as the belief that bilingualism causes delays. Tune in for valuable insights and anecdotes to help your child thrive.

Wee Talkers teaches parents of babies and toddlers how to support their child’s language and communication development. They offer connection-driven language resources via online education, courses and memberships. Wee Talkers was founded by Carly and Katie, pediatric speech-language pathologists with extensive training and over 25+ years of experience between them. They’ve helped thousands of families and children of all abilities learn to communicate to their fullest potential. They are also parents of 6 kids, so they get it! That’s why the tips they share are simple and doable, fitting easily into busy family life.

TalkBaby: https://www.weetalkers.com/talk-sing-read-with-baby

TalkToddler: https://www.weetalkers.com/talktoddler

Songs + Stories Membership: https://www.weetalkers.com/songsandstories

Additional links we discussed during our chat:

Wee Talkers blog where we cover so many FAQs: https://www.weetalkers.com/blog

How to access speech therapy for toddlers: https://www.weetalkers.com/blog/early-intervention

Wee Talkers courses and membership: https://www.weetalkers.com/our-programs

Helpful Links:

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Wee Talkers Instagram

Wee Talkers Facebook

Wee Talkers Pinterest

Wee Talkers TikTok

Freebies: 

For parents of toddlers: 

Wee Talkers free milestones checklist: https://www.weetalkers.com/milestones

Free sample toddler story time video: https://www.weetalkers.com/storyvideo

For parents of babies:

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Join The Dude Therapist as he talks with Dr. Tracy Denis-Tiwary about anxiety and how to use it as a tool for growth. From the American Dream to systemic issues, we explore the challenges facing young people today and how to feel empowered and resilient. Dr. Tracy shares insights on how to befriend anxiety and use it to enhance our lives, work, and relationships. Tune in for this inspiring and informative conversation!

Tracy A. Dennis-Tiwary, Ph.D. is a clinical psychologist, researcher, entrepreneur, and author of the book Future Tense: Why Anxiety is Good for You (Even Though it Feels Bad), Harper Wave, 2022. She is a professor of psychology and neuroscience, and Director of the Emotion Regulation Lab at The City University of New York. As Founder and CSO of Arcade Therapeutics, she translates neuroscience and cognitive therapy techniques into game-based digital interventions for mental health. She has published over 100 scientific articles and delivered over 400 presentations at academic conferences and for corporate clients. She has been featured throughout the media, including the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Washington Post, NPR, Netflix, ABC, CBS, CNN, The Today Show, and Bloomberg Television.

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