The Hardcore Self Help Podcast with Duff the Psych

416: David Burns MD - "Feeling Good" Legend on Life, Legacy, and His New AI App

Sep 27, 2024

Dr. David Burns, a pioneer in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and best-selling author, shares his journey and insights on mental health. He delves into his innovative T.E.A.M. Therapy method, discussing how it fosters rapid recovery from depression and anxiety. The conversation highlights the groundbreaking Feeling Great App, which utilizes AI to make therapy more accessible. Burns emphasizes the importance of measuring progress in therapy and redefines resistance as a strength, showcasing how empathy and technology can transform mental health treatment.

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Dr. David Burns highlights the evolution of therapeutic techniques from traditional CBT to his innovative T.E.A.M. Therapy approach for more effective healing.

The Feeling Great App utilizes AI to make mental health support accessible, promising rapid relief from depression and anxiety in a short timeframe.

Burns emphasizes the importance of a data-driven approach in therapy to measure progress accurately and enhance the effectiveness of treatment outcomes.

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David Burns: A Pioneer in Mental Health

David Burns is a prominent psychiatrist and a catalyst in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). He emphasizes his evolution from traditional therapeutic methods influenced by Aaron Beck, moving toward an innovative approach he refers to as Team CBT. This evolution signifies a shift in focus toward more dynamic and engaging therapeutic techniques, akin to psychodrama rather than conventional CBT, with an aim to facilitate quicker and more effective healing for patients. His books, 'Feeling Good' and 'Feeling Great,' have collectively sold millions and remain widely impactful in helping people combat depression and anxiety.

Intro

2min

Transformative Journeys in Mental Health

14min

Journey from Academia to Innovative Therapy Development

6min

The Necessity of Measurement in Therapy

12min

Evolving Therapy Techniques: From Cognition to Motivation

2min

Understanding Resistance in Therapy

10min

The Evolution of Empathy in Therapy

31min

Exploring a New App for Mental Wellness: Features and Benefits

2min

Empowering Mental Health Tools

4min

In today’s episode, I had the absolute honor of sitting down with Dr. David Burns, a true legend in the field of mental health. Dr. Burns is not only a pioneer of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), but he’s also the best-selling author of Feeling Good and Feeling Great, which have collectively sold millions of copies worldwide. Spending so much time with him was a real treat, as he shared his incredible insights into mental health, his innovative T.E.A.M. Therapy method, and his groundbreaking Feeling Great App.

We talked about how his methods are helping people achieve rapid and lasting recovery from depression, anxiety, and other difficult emotions, sometimes in just one session. Dr. Burns also gave us a behind-the-scenes look at how his AI-driven app is transforming mental health treatment, making it accessible and effective for people everywhere.

This conversation was truly fascinating, and I’m sure you’ll find a ton of value in it. Whether you’re familiar with Dr. Burns’ work or hearing about him for the first time, you’ll come away with practical advice and a deeper understanding of how to break free from the emotional patterns holding you back.

In this episode, we cover:

Dr. Burns' early work with CBT and how it evolved into T.E.A.M. Therapy.
The creation and impact of the Feeling Great App, and how it leverages AI to deliver therapy.
Why measuring progress in therapy is essential and how data-driven methods are changing the field.
The common cause behind many negative emotions, and how to tackle it.
Dr. Burns’ unique approach to therapy—including why he hasn’t charged for sessions in over 30 years.

Links:

https://feelinggood.com/

https://www.feelinggreat.com/

https://www.youtube.com/@UCEgz2rq7N1xCHMCcjdyU5zg

https://feelinggood.com/books/

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