Psychotherapy and Applied Psychology
Psychotherapy and Applied Psychology is hosted by Dr. Dan Cox, a professor at the University of British Columbia. This show delivers engaging discussions with the world's foremost research experts for listeners interested in or practicing psychotherapy or counseling to provide expert insights and practical advice into mental health, psychotherapy practice, and clinical training. This podcast provides valuable insights whether you are interested in psychotherapy, an applied psychology discipline such as clinical psychology, counseling psychology, or school psychology; or a related discipline such as psychiatry, social work, nursing, or marriage and family therapy. If you want to learn about cutting edge research, improve your psychotherapy/counseling practice, explore innovative therapeutic techniques, or expand your mental health knowledge, you are in the right place. This show will provide answers to questions like: *How will technology influence psychotherapy? *How effective is teletherapy (online psychotherapy) compared to in-person psychotherapy? *How can psychotherapists better support clients from diverse cultural backgrounds? *How can we measure client outcomes in psychotherapy? *What are the latest evidence-based practices? *What are the implications of attachment on psychotherapy? *How can therapists modify treatment to a specific client? *How can we use technology to improve psychotherapy training? *What are the most critical skills to develop during psychotherapy training? *How can psychotherapists improve their interpersonal and communication skills?
Episodes
Dr. Antonio Pascual-Leone picks up from last episode to discuss the intricate relationship between emotional arousal and therapeutic processes. He emphasizes the importance of understanding emotional arousal not just as a standalone phenomenon but as a part of a broader context that includes meaning-making and narrative. Then, Dan and Dr. Pascual-Leone dive into the sequential transformation of emotions, highlighting how the order ...
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Dan is joined once again by Dr. Antonio Pascual-Leone, clinical psychologist and professor of psychology at the University of Windsor, Canada.
In this episode, Dr. Pascual-Leone emphasizes the importance of empirical research over hunches in developing therapeutic approaches. He covers the non-linear process of writing a book, the five principles of emotion change, and the significance of reducing intensity, noticing fe...
In this encore presentation, Dan and Dr. Matthew Large, a Conjoint Professor in the School of Psychiatry at UNSW Sydney, discuss the progresses and changes in the field of mental health.
Dan and Dr. Large delve into the limitations of Suicide Risk Assessment, the closure of asylums, and the improvement in the treatment of mental illness. Dr. Large discuss on how risk assessment is not clinically helpful and how suicide is ...
In part 2 with Dr. Richard Koestner, we discuss the concept of hyper-parenting, the pressures parents face regarding their children's achievements, and the importance of balancing autonomy and limit-setting in parenting. Dr. Koestner also explores how these principles apply to education, emphasizing the need for fostering autonomous motivation among students. The discussion further delves into the complexities of goal setting,...
This week's guest is Dr. Richard Koestner, a professor of Psychology at McGill University where he has conducted research on human motivation for 25 years.
Dr. Koestner discusses the importance of autonomy in motivation, contrasting autonomous motivation with controlled motivation, and emphasizes the role of values in guiding personal interests. Dan and Dr. Koestner explore the complexities of autonomy, including the ...
Dan is joined by Dr. David Barlow, psychologist and Professor Emeritus of Psychology and Psychiatry at Boston University.
Dr. Barlow is back! Dan and Dr. Barlow pick right up to explore the evolution of psychopathology classification, the advancements in treatment protocols, and the development of transdiagnostic approaches in psychotherapy. Dr. Barlow discusses the historical context of psychiatric classification, the impact of DSM...
Dan is joined by Dr. David Barlow, psychologist and Professor Emeritus of Psychology and Psychiatry at Boston University.
Known for his world-renown research in anxiety disorders, Dr. Barlow joins Dan to discuss the evolution of psychological practices, particularly the transition from traditional behavioral therapy to cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). Dr. Barlow highlights the historical context of therapy practices, the debates ...
Dr. David Kealy, associate Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of British Columbia, returns for part two on how patients coach and test their psychiatrists.
Dan and Dr. Kealy watch and comment on the much-studied video of Dr. Carl Rogers and the patient, "Gloria." From the video, Dr. Kealy points out how she tests and coaches Dr. Rogers during their psychotherapy session. Taking moments from the vi...
This week's guest is Dr. David Kealy, associate Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of British Columbia.
Dan and Dr. Kealy dive into Control Mastery Theory, exploring its principles, particularly the concepts of pathogenic beliefs, testing, and coaching within therapeutic contexts. Dr. Kealy discusses the importance of understanding a patient's internal struggles and how these beliefs can ...
Dan is joined by Dr. James Hill, co-founder of the National Weight Control Registry.
In part 2 with Dr. Hill, they discuss the intricacies of weight loss maintenance, emphasizing the importance of physical activity, dietary awareness, and the psychological aspects of maintaining weight loss. Dan and Dr. Hill then discuss the significance of a consistent routine, identifying personal challenges related to weight gain and ho...
Dan is joined by Dr. James Hill, co-founder of the National Weight Control Registry.
Dr. Hill shares his insights on the evolution of weight management research, the rising obesity epidemic, and the implications of GLP-1 medications, like Ozempic, for weight loss. Dan and Dr. Hill also discuss the psychological aspects of weight management, the importance of healthcare provider conversations, and what exactly is "food...
Welcome back Dr. Tony Rousmaniere, President of Sentio University and Dr. Alexandre Vaz, the Chief Academic Officer at Sentio University for part 2.
Part 2 continues with Dr. Rousmaniere and Dr. Vaz exploreing the skepticism surrounding AI in therapy, ethical considerations, and the importance of human oversight. Dan and the doctor duo discuss the clinical efficacy of AI tools, the collaborative research efforts to improve AI safety...
A "triple-header" for the first time on Psychotherapy and Applied Psychology!
Join Dan as he welcomes Dr. Tony Rousmaniere, President of Sentio University and Dr. Alexandre Vaz, the Chief Academic Officer at Sentio University.
The episode starts with Dr. Rousmaniere and Dr. Vaz explaining the evolving role of large language models (LLMs) like ChatGPT in providing mental health support. Initially met with skepticism, LLMs h...
This week, we revisit the conversation between Dan and Dr. Jesse Owen about what multicultural psychotherapy really is and how to apply the multicultural orientation framework in psychotherapy and clinical training.
The conversation explores the concept of multicultural orientation (MCO) in psychotherapy/counseling. The MCO framework consists of three pillars: cultural humility, cultural opportunities, and cultural comfort...
Dan welcomes back Dr. Michael Constantino, a professor of clinical psychology and director of the Psychotherapy Research Lab at the University of Massachusetts Amherst.
In part 2, Dan and Dr. Constantino explore the intersection of technology, therapist effectiveness, and patient empowerment in therapy. Dr. Constantino shares on his development of an app that allows patients to match with therapists based on their preferences and ef...
Dan welcomes Dr. Michael Constantino, a professor of clinical psychology and director of the Psychotherapy Research Lab at the University of Massachusetts Amherst.
Dr. Constantino discusses the evolution of psychotherapy research, and the importance of understanding therapist effects and patient-therapist matching. Dr. Constantino emphasizes the limitations of one-size-fits-all treatments and explores how matching patients to therap...
Dr. Lysova returns in part 2 to explore the often-overlooked issue of male victimization in domestic violence, discussing the barriers men face in reporting abuse, the cultural perspectives on intimate partner violence, and the psychological impacts of such experiences. Dan and Dr. Lysova discuss the need for more inclusive support systems and better communication strategies to help male victims feel safe and understood.
Dr. Alexan...
In this episode, Dan is joined by Dr. Alexandra Lysova, professor of criminology at Simon Fraser University.
Dr. Lysova discusses the often-overlooked issue of male victims of intimate partner violence and her journey from studying dysfunctional family communication to focusing on the complexities of domestic violence. Dan and Dr. Lysova expand on the importance of recognizing male victimization, the statistics surroundin...
In part 2, Dan and Dr. Krueger discuss the importance of understanding personality in the context of psychopathology, emphasizing the HiTOP model's integration of personality traits and symptoms. Dr. Krueger explores the clinical utility of psychopathology profiles, the need for a dimensional approach to psychopathology, and the relevance of interpersonal factors in personality disorders. The conversation also touches on the c...
Dr. Robert Krueger returns to the show to join Dan in a conversation into psychiatric diagnoses. Dr. Krueger is a clinical psychologist and member of the DSM-5 Personality Disorders Workgroup.
In this episode, Dan and Dr. Krueger discuss the limitations of the DSM (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders) in accurately diagnosing and treating psychiatric disorders. They explore the complexities of mental heal...
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