Therapist Uncensored Podcast

Learn about a neuroscience-proven expressive writing protocol with Dr. James Pennebaker, discussing its impact on emotional and physical healing. Explore the power of writing without boundaries to process trauma and uncover deep-seated emotions. Discover the transformative effects of expressive writing on overall health, social behavior, and cognitive functioning.

Expert Juliane Taylor Shore discusses the importance of setting boundaries in relationships for fostering closeness. The podcast explores the impact of boundaries on brain function, emotional well-being, and relationship dynamics. It emphasizes the significance of practicing self-care and communicating effectively for healthy connections.

25.6% of adults who have had COVID-19 report having experienced long Covid (source). While there are a variety of symptoms and severities that come with the illness, it doesn't erase the physical and mental toll it can take on one's life. In this episode, Ann and Sue take their research as well as personal experience with the illness and discuss the stigmas, advocating for your health, being a supportive caregiver, and secure relating in regards to chronic disease.

We are kicking off the new year with a special conversation between co-host Sue Marriott and special guest Jeff Lutes. Both members of the LGBTQ+ community, this discussion dives into raising families, the evolution of the community, allyship, gender, and the importance of advocacy. While there has been some progress, the LGBTQ+ community still actively faces discrimination. Whether you're a practicing therapist with clients in the community or have LGBTQ-identifying loved ones, this episode is for you. Through a personal and professional lens, this conversation offers new perspectives and shines a light on the significance of staying educated and being an active voice.

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Stacy Nakell, a psychotherapist and body-focused repetitive behavioral expert, discusses the treatment of self-soothing strategies that can become body-focused repetitive behavioral disorders. Topics include attachment-informed psychodynamic models, shame-associated behaviors, and the role of distress in these behaviors.

The podcast discusses the importance of embracing vulnerability and letting go of invulnerability. They explore the toxic nature of invulnerability, the impact of social media on vulnerability, and the challenges faced by younger generations. They also highlight the importance of setting boundaries and cultivating compassion.

Ann and Sue discuss the importance of secure relating in their upcoming book. They delve into the three R healing spiral, recognition, reflection, and rewiring. They also address how to be secure when others aren't and the privilege of true safety. The podcast emphasizes the accessibility of secure relating to all individuals.

Delve into the complexities of the amygdala's threat detection system, explore avoidance behaviors and neural mechanisms, and unravel the mysteries of protein synthesis in memory formation. Discover how traumatic memories and fear responses shape our experiences, and explore deep dive resources on interconnectedness and brain functions.

Joining the discussion is Dr. Laurel Parnell, an internationally recognized EMDR expert and author, who leads the Parnell Institute for Attachment-Focused EMDR. She dives into how trauma affects the nervous system, emphasizing the importance of integrating EMDR techniques with attachment theory. The conversation explores the nuances of creating safe therapeutic environments and cultural sensitivity in treatment. Dr. Parnell highlights techniques that help clients reshape emotional experiences, promoting healing from childhood trauma and enhancing emotional well-being.