In this engaging discussion, Dr. Kyle Jones, a clinical psychologist specializing in OCD and anxiety disorders, shares his personal journey of overcoming vaping addiction. He delves into the allure and challenges of vaping, emphasizing the strong social pressures and internal struggles associated with quitting. The conversation also covers effective strategies for managing cravings and navigating resistance in therapy. Through his insights, Kyle highlights the importance of self-awareness and supports the need for healthier habits.

In this discussion, Dr. Jill Levitt, an expert in cognitive behavioral therapy, unveils innovative strategies to combat habits and addictions. She emphasizes the limitations of conventional methods and promotes a deeper understanding of underlying issues. They dive into relatable topics like procrastination and doomscrolling, exploring the psychological factors at play. With personal anecdotes about cravings, especially sweets, they share practical techniques for overcoming temptations and fostering self-control. Join the conversation for a fresh perspective on healing habits!

Thai-Ann Truong, a licensed professional counselor and addiction specialist, sheds light on the rising issue of porn addiction. She discusses its profound impact on relationships and mental health, including emotional turmoil and changes in brain chemistry. Thai-Ann emphasizes the importance of psychoeducation and shares effective recovery strategies to reconnect with genuine intimacy. The conversation explores the complexities of addiction, personal triggers, and the necessity of tailored support, offering hope and understanding for those affected.

Jeremy Karmel, CEO of the Feeling Great app, and Jason Meno, AI content lead for the app, delve into the transformative power of TEAM-CBT. They explore the revolutionary role of testing emotions to ensure rapid therapeutic results. The importance of empathy in creating deep client connections is highlighted, as well as the innovative AI technology enhancing therapy experiences. Their discussion emphasizes embracing resistance to change, and personal anecdotes showcase how these methods lead to significant emotional breakthroughs.

Erik Burns, creator of BloomHarmony.org and expert in hypnotherapy and somatic work, shares his journey of healing and connection. He highlights the transformative power of touch in therapy, discussing how it can convey love where words may fail. Erik introduces his innovative 'hypnosomatic' approach, combining guided imagery with massage. He emphasizes the vital mind-body connection and the importance of emotional expression, advocating for longer sessions to enhance therapeutic outcomes and foster deeper connections.

Matt May, a regular contributor to discussions on therapeutic techniques, joins the hosts to explore several intriguing topics. They dive into the 'One-Minute Drill', a practical method aimed at enhancing communication among couples. Memory Rescripting takes center stage, revealing how it helped a college student tackle her fears of public transportation. The trio also addresses navigating academic frustrations and the necessity of emotional expression in therapeutic journeys, emphasizing the importance of reclaiming one's narrative.

This discussion dives into how a mother can support her son battling long-term depression, emphasizing empathy and communication. It also tackles the challenges of boring first dates, offering insights on effective emotional navigation and self-reflection in dating. The conversation debunks myths surrounding the genetic nature of anxiety and depression, promoting hope and personal growth. Lastly, the hosts explore the complexities of intrusive thoughts and their link to therapeutic practices like exposure therapy in overcoming anxiety.

Join child psychiatrist Jacob Towery, a protégé of David Burns, and psychiatric resident Michael Luo as they discuss their transformative 'Finding Humans Less Scary' workshop. They tackle social anxiety head-on, promising engaging activities that help participants embrace vulnerability and build genuine connections. With humor and heartfelt stories, they explore acceptance, specific thinking, and the importance of recognizing our shared humanity. Their mission? To empower you to step out of your comfort zone and foster a more joyful, connected life!

Overcome Your Screen Addictions! Featuring Dr. Brandon Vance Today we interview Dr. Brandon Vance, the Founder of the wildly popular Feeling Great Book Clubs and many other psychoeducational groups for the general public as well as shrinks. Today, he tells us about his latest group designed for people with the newly named "screen addiction." Dr. Vance formed this group because of many recent research studies suggesting a link between the time spent with social media sites and increased feelings of loneliness and depression in teens and adults. Although correlational studies do not prove causality, many of these studies are compatibles with the hypothesis that excessive time on social media may reduce the quality of moods as well as personal relationships, to say nothing of the potential negative impact on work and productivity. On the podcast he gave examples of how technology has been built into our lives, and how eqsy it is to pick up your cell phone, even in the company of others. However, screen addiction can also involve tlevision binge-watching, video games, and more. We demonstrated an example of the Devil's Advocate Technique, one of many techniques help combat positive thoughts that suck us into screen addictions. For example, Rhonda loves and frequently gets tempted to binge-watch a show on wedding dresses (Say YES to the DRESS), because she tell herself things like this: This is really fun. Would i like that dress? Would it look good on me? Maybe my wedding dress wasn't as pretty. I'll only watch for a minute. I need to relax. This is not hurting anyone. My husband won't mind that I'm gone. I can talk about the dresses to some of my friends. I work night and day and deserve to watch. in the live role-play, 'Rhonda was able to defeat these tempting thoughts "huge." If you think this might describe you, or benefit you, or just be fun and educational, here's the coop about the Screen Addiction Group, as well as his next Feeling Great Book Club and his Five Secrets Deep Practice Group. Free Yourself from Mindless Tech Use (Jan22-Feb26, $180 for 6 hour-long sessions).  Do you get on your phone every time you have a spare second?  Do you think social media will make you happier and yet you feel more lonely or stressed?  Do you stay up late fighting video game zombies and then turn into a zombie the next day because you're so tired? This 6-week online class will teach you powerful Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques (such as Self-Monitoring, Triple Paradox and Devil's Advocate) led by Brandon Vance, MD, all within the accountability and support of a group of peers to Free Yourself from Mindless Technology Use. The Feeling Great Book Club (two groups: Feb 24 - May 12 and Feb 26 - May14. $168 for 12 80-minute sessions, sliding scale).  Join together with people all over the world in this popular online class in a book club format, to read the Cognitive Behavioral Therapy book Feeling Great by David Burns, MD, and learn and practice tools to break through depression and anxiety to live a more joyful and relaxed life.  See live expert demos and join smaller breakout groups to practice what you learn in this sliding scale weekly online group. 5 Secrets Deep Practice (Jan 15 - Feb 19th and Mar 5 - Apr 9, $180-480 sliding scale, 6 90-minute sessions).  David Burns, MD laid out 5 key ingredients that make communication highly successful to get closer to each other, even in conflict situations.  Learn to use these 5 Secrets in your own life with expert demos and instruction and 1-1 practice in this 6-week online group. Rhonda and I strongly recommend these groups because active practice is the real key to learning and personal growth The support of others in the group can also lift morale and enhance accountability. If you want to change your life, this is a great option. Dr. Vance is not only a tremendous visionary and teacher, but he also has a huge heart. You'll find that these groups are ridiculously cheep but incredible treasures, and you can also contact him if any group looks appealing but you currently have limited means. Thank you for joining us today! Warmly, Rhonda, Brandon, and David

Jeremy Karmel, CEO of Feeling Great Corporation, and Diane Spangler, former professor and researcher, dive into groundbreaking findings about the Feeling Great app's effectiveness in reducing negative feelings. They explore whether negative thoughts truly cause depression or if the relationship is more complex. Their exciting research suggests that the app could expedite emotional improvement faster than traditional therapies. Tune in as they challenge longstanding mental health paradigms with innovative insights and evidence-based optimism!