Get on Their Turf with Dr. Suzanne Simpson

Join us as we delve into the complexities of mental health and the art of prescribing. In this episode, I sit down with respected psychiatrist and author Dr. Warren Kinghorn to explore the power of human connection in the healing process.We'll discuss:The limitations of traditional psychiatry: Why a one-size-fits-all approach often falls short.The importance of relationship: How a strong doctor-patient relationship can enhance treatment outcomes.The role of medication: When and how medication should be used as part of a comprehensive treatment plan.The impact of social factors: How societal issues can influence mental health and treatment.Whether you're a mental health professional, parent, loved one, or a patient, this episode offers valuable insights and challenges conventional thinking in our medicated-world.Dr. Kinghorn and Dr. Nussbaum's book is: Prescribing Together: A Relational Guide to Psychopharmacology#daily encounters #mentalhealth #psychiatry #prescription #humanconnection #wellbeingFind my interview playlist on YouTube Dr Suzanne Simpson, at Get On Their Turf:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HC8JprFdrPA&list=PLi7xFsX7h7tdxBsVx38UIRVrvnCc_9IBW New releases every second Monday 8:00 am PST.👉 Connect with me for more parenting insights and support: Instagram: / drsuzannesimpson LinkedIn: / dr-suzanne-simpson-2380112a9 ...

In this insightful conversation, Dr. Suzanne Simpson and Jeremy Church dive deep into the world of alternate education. We discuss the significance of this growing educational model, the journey of transitioning to an alternative setting, and the key differences between mainstream and alternative schools.We explore the challenges faced by students who don't thrive in traditional classrooms, emphasizing the importance of personalized learning and the crucial role of parental advocacy in navigating educational choices.This episode highlights the need for understanding and support for students who may not fit into conventional frameworks. We emphasize the value of community, relationships, and creating learning environments that nurture individual strengths and foster student success.#dailyencounters #AlternativeEducation #PersonalizedLearning #Unschooling #ParentAdvocacyFind my interview playlist on YouTube Dr Suzanne Simpson, at Get On Their Turf:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HC8JprFdrPA&list=PLi7xFsX7h7tdxBsVx38UIRVrvnCc_9IBW New releases every second Monday 8:00 am PST.👉 Connect with me for more parenting insights and support: Instagram: / drsuzannesimpson LinkedIn: / dr-suzanne-simpson-2380112a9 ...

Do you wonder how to navigate tough conversations with your kids when you are unwell? Join us as we sit down with Tim Reitsma, founder of Invisible Condition, to explore practical strategies for supporting your family through physical and mental health challenges. We'll delve into age-appropriate language, maintaining a stable foundation, and the unexpected benefits of adversity. Discover how to foster resilience and prepare your children for life's inevitable ups and downs.Find my interview playlist on YouTube Dr Suzanne Simpson, at Get On Their Turf:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HC8JprFdrPA&list=PLi7xFsX7h7tdxBsVx38UIRVrvnCc_9IBW New releases every second Monday 8:00 am PST.👉 Connect with me for more parenting insights and support: Instagram: / drsuzannesimpson LinkedIn: / dr-suzanne-simpson-2380112a9 ...

This episode is for parents who are trying to get mental health support for their children at school. Stewart McAllen, a seasoned B.C. school counsellor, describes the reality of his work. While many parents assume counsellors can provide talk therapy at school, the truth is there are significant limitations simply due to our system. Stew describes his task list of course planning and code entries, helping with university applications, and the ratio of counsellor to students. The goal of this episode is to give a realistic understanding of what school counsellors can and cannot do so that parents have a better understanding of what is accessible.Find my interview playlist on YouTube Dr Suzanne Simpson, at Get On Their Turf:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HC8JprFdrPA&list=PLi7xFsX7h7tdxBsVx38UIRVrvnCc_9IBW New releases every second Monday 8:00 am PST.👉 Connect with me for more parenting insights and support: Instagram: / drsuzannesimpson LinkedIn: / dr-suzanne-simpson-2380112a9 ...

This episode is all about care. I interview youth-liaison Cpl Pauo Arreaga about his experience as a caring police officer. We talk about what care means, how we can do it better, and how we know it. This episode not only shows us all how to care more authentically, but helps build relationships between youth and police officers who work for the good of their community.Find my interview playlist on YouTube Dr Suzanne Simpson, at Get On Their Turf:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HC8JprFdrPA&list=PLi7xFsX7h7tdxBsVx38UIRVrvnCc_9IBW New releases every second Monday 8:00 am PST.👉 Connect with me for more parenting insights and support: Instagram: / drsuzannesimpson LinkedIn: / dr-suzanne-simpson-2380112a9 ...

This episode delves into how we understand. Vikki Ellis, who has taught all 27 years of her career in Indigenous communities, tells me the meaning of understanding. We explore what it takes to understand others, particularly youth in 2024, how we misunderstand, and the outcome of understanding and being understood. This episode is intended particularly for parents and educators, though Vikki gives universal insight into how we can better encounter anyone as an "understander."Find my interview playlist on YouTube Dr Suzanne Simpson, at Get On Their Turf:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HC8JprFdrPA&list=PLi7xFsX7h7tdxBsVx38UIRVrvnCc_9IBW New releases every second Monday 8:00 am PST.👉 Connect with me for more parenting insights and support: Instagram: / drsuzannesimpson LinkedIn: / dr-suzanne-simpson-2380112a9 ...

Are you a parent struggling to support your child to sobriety? Narcotics Anonymous sponsor Scott Lang speaks candidly of his background and the work he does in helping others to freedom from substance use disorders. Clean since 1999, Scott talks about his journey from homelessness, prostitution, and incarceration. Scott describes how families can stop enabling drug use, and gives advice for parents to support sobriety in children of any age. Please note this episode contains talk about prostitution, drug use, and expletives.Find my interview playlist on YouTube Dr Suzanne Simpson, at Get On Their Turf:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HC8JprFdrPA&list=PLi7xFsX7h7tdxBsVx38UIRVrvnCc_9IBW New releases every second Monday 8:00 am PST.👉 Connect with me for more parenting insights and support: Instagram: / drsuzannesimpson LinkedIn: / dr-suzanne-simpson-2380112a9 ...

Dave Sattler, pastor of North Shore Alliance Church, lives the concept of "support" through his work with the marginalized and homeless. Dave oversees weekly drop-in groups, Christmas dinners for hundreds, and building housing both locally and internationally. In this episode, we talk about support: how we do it, how we know it, the challenges of support, and its reciprocation. When we know how to support others, we not only make this world a better place, but we find our own wellness.Find my interview playlist on YouTube Dr Suzanne Simpson, at Get On Their Turf:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HC8JprFdrPA&list=PLi7xFsX7h7tdxBsVx38UIRVrvnCc_9IBW New releases every second Monday 8:00 am PST.👉 Connect with me for more parenting insights and support: Instagram: / drsuzannesimpson LinkedIn: / dr-suzanne-simpson-2380112a9 ...

This episode launches a transition into my research findings about how we support wellness. Andrew Neufeld, Registered Clinical Counsellor and owner of Alongside You mental health clinic, explores how to support wellness. We discuss Andrew's own mental health journey, including what he needed from others as he faced anxiety, depression, and suicidal ideation. Andrew gives insight into my findings that we need support, understanding, and care to build mental health in others, and wellness in ourselves.Find my interview playlist on YouTube Dr Suzanne Simpson, at Get On Their Turf:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HC8JprFdrPA&list=PLi7xFsX7h7tdxBsVx38UIRVrvnCc_9IBW New releases every second Monday 8:00 am PST.👉 Connect with me for more parenting insights and support: Instagram: / drsuzannesimpson LinkedIn: / dr-suzanne-simpson-2380112a9 ...

In this episode, Cea Sunrise Person, author of North of Normal and Nearly Normal, describes what it’s like to grow up with consistent trauma. She is candid about what trauma did to her as a child, and the challenges she still faces today as a result. You can see Cea’s story on the big screen in the 2022 movie North of Normal. Find my interview playlist on YouTube Dr Suzanne Simpson, at Get On Their Turf:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HC8JprFdrPA&list=PLi7xFsX7h7tdxBsVx38UIRVrvnCc_9IBW New releases every second Monday 8:00 am PST.👉 Connect with me for more parenting insights and support: Instagram: / drsuzannesimpson LinkedIn: / dr-suzanne-simpson-2380112a9 ...