Explore strategies for therapists to help clients nurture a positive cultural identity. The discussion highlights the significant connection between cultural identity and mental health. Listeners receive practical tools, such as identity worksheets, to facilitate self-discovery. The emphasis is on understanding the impact of social contexts on cultural identity, making it a vital resource for mental health professionals.

Stephanie Catella, PsyD, coauthor of The Emotional Intelligence Skills Workbook, joins us to discuss emotional intelligence. Catella is a clinical psychologist with expertise in transdiagnostic cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for trauma, anxiety, and building emotional intelligence. After completing fellowships at the San Francisco VA and the University of California, San Francisco, she codirected the Berkeley Cognitive Behavioral Therapy clinic with Matthew McKay. In addition to her private practice, she authored an FDA-cleared prescription digital therapeutic for fibromyalgia, and serves as an advisor to HealthTech companies.  Visit our website at www.newharbinger.com and use coupon code 'Podcast25' to receive 25% off your entire order.  Buy the Book:  New Harbinger - https://bit.ly/3XCTRMZ  Amazon - https://a.co/d/1mn0T6z  Barnes & Noble - https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/1143733039  Bookshop.org - https://bit.ly/47HKiRF  If you have ideas for future episodes, thoughts, or questions, we’d love to hear from you! Send us an email at podcast@newharbinger.com 

Karyne Wilner, a licensed psychologist and author of 'Releasing Toxic Anger for Women,' dives into the nuances of anger in women. She discusses the distinction between toxic and healthy anger and how recognizing personal anger styles can lead to better emotional regulation. Karyne shares insights on the roots of toxic anger linked to childhood memories and highlights relaxation techniques to manage anxiety. The conversation also addresses how anger can mask deeper feelings and presents strategies for transforming toxic emotions into healing practices.

Patricia Zurita Ona, PsyD, a specialist in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and founder of the East Bay Behavior Therapy Center, delves into emotion dysregulation. She discusses how emotional regulation is not simply black or white, but a continuum influenced by context. Dr. Z shares insights on chronic emotions stemming from childhood and the power of an inner voice. She emphasizes ACT techniques for managing anxiety and details a 16-week protocol tailored for those with Borderline Personality Disorder, aiming to enhance emotional healing and relationships.

Jennifer Kemp, a clinical psychologist specializing in neurodivergent adults, discusses living authentically with autism and ADHD. She emphasizes the importance of self-compassion and acceptance for neurodivergent identities. The conversation highlights unique strengths and challenges like executive functioning and perfectionism. Kemp explores how interests like monotropism shape personal experiences. She introduces her workbook designed to help individuals develop practical skills, increase well-being, and embrace their neurodivergent identity with pride.

Lisa Gray, LMFT, author of Healthy Conflict, Happy Couple, shares how to handle a couple that won’t stop arguing in session. Gray is a licensed mental health professional with a private practice in the San Francisco Bay Area, where she specializes in high-conflict couples and chronic illness/pain. After working as an air traffic controller for ten years and serving as a peer debriefing counselor for fellow controllers, Gray decided to go back to school to study counseling. She graduated from John F. Kennedy University in 2004 with a master’s degree in clinical counseling, and has been working in the field ever since. She is passionate about teaching couples to practice healthy conflict, so that their relationships can thrive and grow. Gray reviews self-help books on her Instagram, Therapy Book Nook. She lives in the Bay Area with her family and three large dogs.  Check Out the Quick Tip Here: https://www.newharbinger.com/blog/quick-tips-therapists/what-do-i-do-if-my-couple-wont-stop-arguing-in-session/   If you have ideas for future episodes, thoughts, or questions, we’d love to hear from you! Send us an email at podcast@newharbinger.com 

Jennine Estes Powell, LMFT, and Jacqueline Wielick, LMFT, coauthors of Help for High Conflict Couples, join us to talk about how to navigate conflict and increase connection in romantic relationships.  Estes Powell is founder of Estes Therapy, a group practice in San Diego, CA, that concentrates on relationship counseling. As a licensed marriage and family therapist who is certified in emotionally focused therapy (EFT), she has been helping countless couples repair their rifts and reinvigorate their connection for more than twenty years. She also trains other therapists and serves as a mentor for colleagues. Her aim is to strategically apply empirically based techniques to create positive, long-term change. Learn more at www.estestherapy.com.    Wielick is a licensed marriage and family therapist and owner of her own private practice, Therapy by Jackie. She has a master of science in marriage and family therapy, and degrees in both psychology and sociology. With a focus on couples, relationships, attachment, trauma, and emotions, Wielick’s passion is helping people find deep joy in themselves and in their relationships using her advanced training in research-based theories such as EFT and Gottman Method Couples Therapy. She previously worked at The Gottman Institute for five years, one of the world’s leading research institutes for couples and relationships, where she was exposed to their revolutionary research on love and relationships. Learn more at www.jackiewielick.com.     Visit our website at www.newharbinger.com and use coupon code 'Podcast25' to receive 25% off your entire order.  Buy the Book:  New Harbinger - https://bit.ly/47CMoSN  Amazon - https://a.co/d/6W7OQJh  Barnes & Noble - https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/1143024416  Bookshop.org - https://bit.ly/4gC2LTH  If you have ideas for future episodes, thoughts, or questions, we’d love to hear from you! Send us an email at podcast@newharbinger.com 

Join Jenny Yip, PsyD, ABPP, an expert in maternal anxiety and OCD, as she shares her journey from battling personal OCD to founding mental health centers dedicated to supporting families. Yip discusses the often-ignored issue of postpartum OCD, calling for greater awareness and stigma reduction. She transforms anxiety into a productive force for new mothers while emphasizing the importance of accepting imperfection in parenting. Discover practical strategies like dedicated worry time and the role of exposure therapy in reclaiming mental wellness.

Leah Aguirre, a licensed clinical social worker and author of The Girl's Guide to Relationships, dives into the challenges therapists face with clients who have unrealistic demands. She emphasizes the importance of setting boundaries and clarifying roles to foster mutual understanding. Aguirre provides insightful strategies for encouraging client agency, promoting self-reflection, and helping clients navigate their expectations. Listeners gain valuable tips on supporting personal growth in therapy, especially for those with complex trauma histories.

Paula Freedman-Diamond, PsyD, a clinical psychologist and author of "Toxic Striving," dives into the dangers of hustle culture and societal expectations. She discusses how relentless ambition fuels anxiety and perfectionism, often fostering dissatisfaction. The conversation highlights the struggle between self-acceptance and external validation, emphasizing the need to redefine personal values beyond superficial ambitions. Freedman-Diamond advocates for self-compassion and flexibility, encouraging listeners to prioritize their mental health over rigid expectations.