Psychotherapy and Applied Psychology: Conversations with research experts about mental health and psychotherapy for those interested in research, practice, and training
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
Dan welcomes back Dr. Simon Rice, Clinical Psychologist and Principal Research Fellow based at Orygen, Centre for Youth Mental Health at The University of Melbourne, Australia.
Dan and Dr. Rice continue diving into the complexities of men's mental health, particularly focusing on suicide risks and the societal norms surrounding masculinity that often prevent men from seeking help. They highlight the importance of effe...
Dan welcomes Dr. Simon Rice, Clinical Psychologist and Principal Research Fellow based at Orygen, Centre for Youth Mental Health at The University of Melbourne, Australia.
Dan and Dr Rice start the conversation on the complexities of men's mental health, particularly focusing on the unique aspects of male depression and the influence of masculine norms. Dr. Rice then covers the dual nature of masculine norms, generati...
Dan is joined by Dr. Jill Harkavy-Friedman, Senior Vice President of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.
Join in for part two of the discussion with Dr. Harkavy-Friedman. Dr. Harkavy-Friedman discusses her role as a translator of research into actionable insights for suicide prevention. She emphasizes the importance of a conceptual model in research applications and shares advice for early career researchers seeking gran...
Dan is joined by Dr. Jill Harkavy-Friedman, Senior Vice President of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.
Dan and Dr. Harkavy-Friedman discuss the complexities surrounding suicide, and the stigma that has historically hindered open discussions. Dr. Harkavy-Friedman highlights the role of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) in advancing research and advocacy, the challenges of addressing gambling disorder...
Part 2 of the conversation with Dr. Josie Geller, Associate Professor of UBC Department of Psychiatry, Division of Adult Psychiatry and Mental Health Services and the Director of Research of the Eating Disorders Program at St. Paul’s Hospital in Vancouver.
Dan and Dr. Geller explore the significance of self-compassion in the context of eating disorders, highlighting the barriers individuals face in practicing self-compassion and the...
Dan is joined by Dr. Josie Geller, Associate Professor of UBC Department of Psychiatry, Division of Adult Psychiatry and Mental Health Services and the Director of Research of the Eating Disorders Program at St. Paul’s Hospital in Vancouver.
Dr. Gellar shares her personal journey with eating disorders and how it shaped her career in psychotherapy. She discusses the importance of understanding the function of eating disorders, the ro...
Part two of Dan's conversation with Dr. Craig Bryan, a board-certified clinical psychologist in cognitive behavioural psychology. He is the Stress, Trauma, and Resilience (STAR) Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center.Summary
Dan and Dr. Bryan discuss a transformative approach to suicide prevention, emphasizing the importance of reframing the concept from merely...
Dan is joined by Dr. Craig Bryan, a board-certified clinical psychologist in cognitive behavioural psychology. He is the Stress, Trauma, and Resilience (STAR) Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center.
The episode starts with Dr. Bryan sharing his journey into the field of suicide prevention, detailing his experiences in graduate school, military service, and the harsh realities...
Dan is joined by Dr. Stephanie Budge, Professor and the Director of Clinical Training in the Department of Counseling Psychology at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.
Part two of Dan's conversation with Dr. Budge delves into the complexities of minority stress, particularly for transgender individuals, and the therapeutic approaches that can help mitigate its effects. The conversation moves to the importance of psychoeducati...
Dan is joined by Dr. Stephanie Budge, Professor and the Director of Clinical Training in Counseling Psychology at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.
In this conversation, Dr. Budge discusses her journey into the field of psychology, focusing on bisexuality and the need for better mental health support for trans individuals. She shares her experiences in academia, the challenges faced in researching LGBTQ+ topics, and the importan...
Dr. Bill Stiles returns to the show to continue the discussion on understanding responsiveness in psychotherapy.
Dr. Stiles discusses the Fever Model in therapy, emphasizing the relationship between client disclosures and therapeutic outcomes. He explores how depression can impede the natural process of disclosure, which is often an adaptive response to psychological distress. Then, Dan and Dr. Stiles delve into the complexities of ...
In this conversation, Dr. William Stiles discusses the significance of reflection in therapeutic practice and the challenges of measuring therapeutic techniques through process research. Dr. Stiles introduces the concept of responsiveness in therapy, highlighting the importance of understanding what the client needs at any given moment. He elaborates on the assimilation model, which focuses on transforming problematic experiences i...
Dr. Catherine Eubanks returns to continue the conversation with Dan on alliance ruptures in psychotherapy.
Dan and Dr. Eubanks continue to dive deep into the complexities of ruptures and repairs in therapy. They discuss the challenges therapists face in exploring ruptures, the importance of recognizing therapist-initiated ruptures, and the role of anxiety in therapeutic relationships. Dr. Eubanks emphasizes the need for t...
Dan is joined by Dr. Catherine Eubanks to break down alliance ruptures in psychotherapy. Dr. Eubanks is a Professor of Psychology at Adelphi University.
Dan and Dr. Eubanks discusses the concept of ruptures in therapy, their relationship to the therapeutic alliance, and the importance of understanding and repairing these ruptures. Then, Dr. Eubanks shares her journey into this field, the significance of training therapists...
Join in and welcome back Dr. Carl Castro as he and Dan continue their conversation on military and veteran mental health.
Dr. Castro discusses the various aspects of veteran support, comparing the U.S. system to those of other countries, the unique status of veterans in society, and the impact of historical events like the Vietnam War on current veteran treatment. Dive into the complexities of the combat veteran experience...
Welcome back! In the first episode of 2025, Dan is joined by Dr. Carl Castro, professor and director of the Military and Veteran Programs at the University of Southern California.
Join in on the conversation as Dan and Dr. Castro dive into military culture and the transition from military to academia. Dr. Castro emphasizes the importance of military identity in the transition process and introduces his military transition...
In this conversation Dan Has with Dr. Dennis Kivlighan they delve into the complexities of group dynamics, focusing on the actor-partner model, the significance of conflict in group development, and the importance of understanding member variability. Dr. Kivlighan shares insights on how perceptions of engagement influence behavior within groups, the role of consensual validation, and the necessity of addressing conflict as a learni...
Dan is joined by Dr. Dennis Kivlighan, an expert in group psychotherapy. In this conversation, Dr. Kivlighan discusses the profound impact of experiential learning in therapy, the complexities of group dynamics, and the importance of corrective experiences. Dr. Kivlighan emphasizes the role of group members in the therapeutic process and advocates for a training model that prioritizes real experiences and feedback. The conversation...
In this conversation, Dan and Dr. Ueli Kramer explore the intricacies of therapy, focusing on the change process, the concept of responsiveness, and the importance of case formulation in treating personality disorders. Dr. Kramer emphasizes the emotional aspects of therapy, the need for therapists to be responsive to clients' needs, and the significance of understanding the underlying motives behind clients' behaviours. T...
Dr. Ueli Kramer joins Dan in this latest episode focusing on personality disorder diagnoses, treatment and more.
Dr. Kramer discusses his journey through self-doubt in clinical practice, the evolution of personality disorder classifications, and the transition from categorical to dimensional approaches in diagnosis. Then, Dr. Kramer breaks down the ICD-11 personality disorder system, highlighting its strengths and weaknes...
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