Evidence-Based: A New Harbinger Psychology Podcast

Leah Aguirre, LCSW, and Geraldine O’Sullivan, LCSW—authors of The Girl's Guide to Relationships, Sexuality, and Consent—join us to discuss relationships, sexuality, and consent for teen girls. Leah is a licensed clinical social worker practicing in San Diego, CA. She works primarily with teens and adults who have experienced complex trauma, including childhood abuse, domestic violence, and dating violence; and provides trauma-based treatment, including eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR). Geraldine O’Sullivan is a licensed clinical social worker with a pupil personnel services credential in school social work and child welfare and attendance. She currently practices as a school social worker in San Diego County, CA; where she provides mental health counseling services and crisis intervention to teens using therapeutic modalities, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, and solution-focused therapy. In 2022, she was awarded High School Social Worker of the Year for San Diego County. 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/3ZskhRz Amazon - https://a.co/d/45kgm7o Barnes & Noble - https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/1141066181 IndieBound - https://www.indiebound.org/book/9781684039739

Kelsey Blackwell, a cultural somatics practitioner and writer, discusses the intersection of trauma, identity, and healing for women of color. She explores how historical colonization affects personal identity and emphasizes the power of somatic practices to reclaim dignity. Kelsey highlights the importance of rituals for community connection and mental well-being. The conversation delves into recognizing and confronting the inner critic, encouraging self-awareness and intrinsic self-worth. Through her work, she promotes collective healing and empowerment.

Jill Weber, PhD, author of Overcoming Stress-Induced Brain Fog, joins us to discuss stress-induced brain fog. She is a clinical psychologist in private practice in Washington, DC, working with people to manage varying degrees of anxiety. She is author of Be Calm, writes a blog for Psychology Today, and has appeared as a psychology expert in USA Today, The Washington Post, and on CNN. For more information, visit www.drjillweber.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/3Zfwx7GAmazon - https://a.co/d/5onGPNL Barnes & Noble - https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/1140860328 IndieBound - https://www.indiebound.org/book/9781684039944

Jaime Castillo, LCSW, author of What Happened to Make You Anxious?, joins us to discuss “little ‘t’ traumas” and anxiety. Jaime is the founder of Find Your Shine Therapy, and a licensed clinical social worker specializing in the treatment of trauma and anxiety disorders. She is a certified eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) therapist, EMDRIA-approved consultant, and has additional training in internal family systems (IFS) and exposure therapy. She specializes in working with adults experiencing post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), phobias, and generalized anxiety disorder (GAD). 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/3SIv07S Amazon - https://a.co/d/fmoUbpO Barnes & Noble - https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/1139822986 IndieBound - https://www.indiebound.org/book/9781684038756

Natalie Y. Gutiérrez, LMFT, author of The Pain We Carry, joins us to discuss healing intergenerational trauma. She is founder of Mindful Journeys Marriage & Family Therapy PLLC, and a licensed marriage and family therapist working primarily with BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) survivors of complex trauma—ranging from racial trauma, sexual trauma, attachment trauma, and intergenerational trauma.  Gutiérrez is a certified internal family systems therapist and prospective trainer at the IFS Institute. 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/3xPCwo7 Amazon - https://a.co/d/05Kdmrx   Barnes & Noble - https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/1141114176   IndieBound - https://www.indiebound.org/book/9781684039319

Holly Richmond, PhD, author of Reclaiming Pleasure, joins us to discuss reclaiming your sexual self after sexual trauma recovery. Richmond is a somatic psychotherapist, certified sex therapist, and licensed marriage and family therapist. She is a frequent contributor to publications and media outlets on the intersection of psychology and sexuality, specializing in the treatment of survivors and the recovery of sexual health after trauma. 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/3yxnPqb   Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1684038421   Barnes & Noble - https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/1138636742   IndieBound - https://www.indiebound.org/book/9781684038428

Sheela Raja, PhD, discusses resilience and the distinction between resilience and grit. They explore shame in trauma, accepting negative emotions, and the power of mindfulness for building resilience. The concept of resilience is explored, emphasizing its ever-changing nature and the importance of self-kindness.

Alicia Muñoz, LPC, author of Stop Overthinking Your Relationship, joins us to discuss relationship rumination. Muñoz is a certified couples therapist, and author of three relationship books. Over the past fifteen years, she has provided individual, group, and couples therapy in clinical settings, including Bellevue Hospital in New York, NY. Muñoz currently works as a couples counselor in private practice. She connects with her readers and followers through monthly blogs, newsletters, podcasts, and radio shows, as well as through Instagram at @aliciamunozcouples, and Facebook and Twitter at @aliciamunozlpc. Muñoz is a member of the Washington School of Psychiatry, the American Psychological Association, and the Mid-Atlantic Association of Imago and Relationship Therapists. She is also an expert contributor to Psychotherapy Networker, www.mindbodygreen.com, and other print and online magazines. You can learn more about her at www.aliciamunoz.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/3xTS6z6   Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1648480039/   Barnes & Noble - https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/1140859599   IndieBound - https://www.indiebound.org/book/9781648480034

Katie Krimer, LCSW, author of Sh*t I Say to Myself, joins us to discuss negative self-talk and the inner critic. Krimer is a psychotherapist with a thriving practice in New York, NY; and founder and coach at a wellness/growth coaching company called Growspace. Krimer immigrated from Russia at a young age and grew up in New Jersey. She received her BS and MA degrees in clinical psychology from the University of Washington and Boston University respectively and earned her degree in clinical social work and LCSW license from NYU. She has earned a certificate in mindfulness and psychotherapy from the renowned Institute for Meditation and Psychotherapy and will pursue a two-year mindfulness meditation teacher certification under the mentorship of Tara Brach and Jack Kornfield. Krimer is author of The Essential Self-Compassion Workbook for Teens and is deeply passionate about helping others develop a more authentic and vulnerable way of living, supporting humans through life struggles, and teaching the practice of mindfulness and self-compassion. 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/3xTdC6W Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/dp/168403955X/ Barnes & Noble - https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/1139823001   IndieBound - https://www.indiebound.org/book/9781684039555

Alex Korb, PhD, a neuroscientist with over 15 years of experience and author of The Upward Spiral, dives deep into the complex world of depression. He discusses the neuroscience behind emotional well-being and emphasizes the power of small, actionable steps to combat negative thoughts. Korb highlights the crucial roles of exercise, sleep hygiene, and daily gratitude in enhancing brain health. Listeners are encouraged to recognize how manageable lifestyle changes can foster resilience and improve mental health.