Back from the Abyss: Psychiatry in Stories

Chris and Craig invite Antonio Sacre, an LA-based professional storyteller, author, and BFTA super-advisor into the Fishbowl to deconstruct season 6.BFTA episode recommendations/Podcast pagehttps://www.craigheacockmd.com/podcast-page/

Mandy Bliss, a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner from Louisville, specializes in complex trauma and treatment-refractory conditions. In this discussion, she highlights the urgent shortage of psychiatrists and the crucial role of NPs in mental health care. Mandy critiques current training practices, stressing the need for enhanced psychotherapy education. She navigates the emotional weight of client trust and challenges with unmet expectations. The conversation also emphasizes collaboration in psychiatry and the marathon-like nature of mental health recovery.

In this engaging discussion, Joy Gribble, a Colorado-based psychotherapist and Enneagram expert, shares her insights on the Enneagram's role in therapeutic relationships. She delves into how each Enneagram type brings unique strengths and challenges to therapy. The conversation covers everything from Type One's perfectionism to Type Five's investigative nature, and highlights the importance of self-discovery for caregivers. Joy's personal anecdotes illustrate the profound impact of understanding these dynamics on both therapists and clients.

In this conversation, a pediatric nurse shares her compelling journey through developmental trauma and chronic depression. The discussion reveals the emotional weight of maternal relationships and the challenge of stepping off psychiatric medications. Personal anecdotes highlight the complexities of navigating grief and self-harm following a family tragedy. The importance of therapy and building trust in connections shines through, urging a holistic approach to mental health that delves beyond medication to address core trauma.

Craig sits down with Colorado-based equine and somatic therapist Koelle Simpson to witness her harrowing and moving story of healing from repeated sexual assaults through a deep psychospiritual connection with horses, then learning how to trust her male psychotherapist, and finally coming to face the darkness and shame head on through the use of psilocybin mushrooms.A heads up-- this episode contains graphic descriptions of sexual assault, please be mindful of whether this is the right time for you to hear this.Koelle Simpsonhttps://koellesimpson.com/"I Love You, I Hate You, Are You My Mom?"  A intensive experiential workshop exploring transference with Dr. H and Dr. Hillary McBride, May 28-30 in Victoria BChttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/i-love-you-i-hate-you-are-you-my-mom-tickets-1112117516429?aff=ebdssbdestsearchBFTA on IG @backfromtheabysspodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/backfromtheabysspodcast/BFTA/ Dr. Hhttps://www.craigheacockmd.com/podcast-page/

Dr. H breaks down the complex task of deprescribing into six clear steps, starting with the most important and challenging question of all:   Who is the patient and why are they suffering?"Bringing Therapy into Med Management"-- a psychotherapy training intensive with Dr. H for psych NPs and PAs this October in Ft Collins https://www.craigheacockmd.com/training/BFTA on IG @backfromtheabysspodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/backfromtheabysspodcast/BFTA/ Dr. Hhttps://www.craigheacockmd.com/podcast-page/

Keri Haynes, a Colorado-based group therapy expert and consultant, joins Dr. Heacock for a compelling discussion. They delve into transference and countertransference, illustrating their profound impact on therapist-client relationships. Keri shares her insights on the dynamics of group therapy, emphasizing how emotional exchanges can deepen connections. The conversation also highlights the significance of self-awareness for therapists, especially in navigating trust after trauma. Personal anecdotes enrich the dialogue, revealing the transformative journey within therapy.

In this engaging conversation, Dr. Neill Epperson, Chair of Psychiatry at the University of Colorado, dives into the fascinating relationship between sex hormones and psychiatric health. They discuss postpartum mental health challenges and the complexities of individual hormone responses. The role of estrogen in brain function is highlighted, showcasing its impact on cognitive abilities. They also explore menopause, hormonal therapy, and the need for tailored treatments. Overall, it's a compelling look at how hormones intricately weave into mental health and wellness.

This is a re-release of an episode called "Adventures in Exposure Therapy" which first published in 2020. That episode was the second of a two part exploration of OCD, the first episode was called "OCD in the Time of Corona." In brief, "OCD in the Time of Corona" was the story of Dr. H's patient Erin, who suffered from disabling OCD that focused on a catastrophizing fear of cold sores and the herpes virus.  Dr. H initially treated Erin, then referred her to Dr. Amy Indermuehle, a CO based psychologist and OCD expert, who then took over the exposure therapy. "Adventures in Exposure Therapy"  is a conversation with Dr. Amy both about the fascinating specifics of Erin’s OCD tx, as well as a ton of wisdom and guidance about how to do exposure therapy for various presentations of OCD.Dr. Amy Indermuehlehttp://facemyanxiety.com/"I Love You, I Hate You, Are You My Mom?"  A intensive experiential workshop exploring transference with Dr. H and Dr. Hillary McBride, May 28-30 in Victoria BChttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/i-love-you-i-hate-you-are-you-my-mom-tickets-1112117516429?aff=ebdssbdestsearchBFTA on IG @backfromtheabysspodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/backfromtheabysspodcast/BFTA/ Dr. Hhttps://www.craigheacockmd.com/podcast-page/

Today’s story is the story of so many marriages— starting off with hope and excitement, then settling into careers and kids and unforeseen challenges,  then facing emerging disenchantment and mounting frustrations,  then maybe even reaching a breaking point, where the marriage seems unable to withstand all the stuff life is throwing in its path.  For Daniel and Mindy, their initial years of love and hope and adventure were slowly buried by layers of physical and emotional pain, by Daniel’s chronic and worsening depression, by Mindy’s frustration and anger and shame. Teetering on the edge, they decided to begin working with MDMA, hoping to rediscover what they had somehow lost."I Love You, I Hate You, Are You My Mom?"  A intensive experiential workshop exploring transference with Dr. H and Dr. Hillary McBride, May 28-30 in Victoria BChttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/i-love-you-i-hate-you-are-you-my-mom-tickets-1112117516429?aff=ebdssbdestsearchBFTA on IG @backfromtheabysspodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/backfromtheabysspodcast/BFTA/ Dr. Hhttps://www.craigheacockmd.com/podcast-page/