
The Science of Psychotherapy
Topics on the science of psychotherapy and psychology hosted by the editors of The Science of Psychotherapy magazine. This podcast covers the neuroscience, neurobiology, biology, sociology, brain science, and even the quantum and metaphysical elements that affect our mental well being and how understanding these elements informs the psychotherapist and psychologist.
Latest episodes

Apr 4, 2022 • 52min
Thomas Verny talks about the embodied mind
We talk to Dr Thomas Verny about the embodied mind. His most recent book, The Embodied Mind: Understanding the Mysteries of Cellular Memory, Consciousness, and Our Bodies, explores very early memory and the mind and sets out to redefine our concept of the mind and consciousness - compiling for the first time, research that points to the mind’s ties to every part of the body and the intelligence of cells. The mind, Verny holds, is fluid and adaptable, embodied but not enskulled. Find out more about Dr Verny here https://www.trvernymd.com/ Thanks for listening! Support us by becoming a subscriber to The Science of Psychotherapy Academy! Or you can simply buy us a cup of coffee! Please leave a review! (Reviews are fabulously important to us! On your podcast player you should find an option to review at the bottom of the main page for the podcast - after the list of available episodes) - Here's a link for iTunes. And please subscribe to our show! You can also find our podcast at: The Science of Psychotherapy Podcast Homepage If you want more great science of Psychotherapy please visit our website thescienceofpsychotherapy.com Grab a copy of our latest book! The Practitioner's Guide to the Science of Psychotherapy

Mar 29, 2022 • 59min
Ken Benau on Shame, Pride, and Relational Trauma: Concepts and Psychotherapy
We catch up with Dr Ken Benau to talk about his recent book Shame, Pride, and Relational Trauma: Concepts and Psychotherapy. You can find his book here Thanks for listening! Support us by becoming a subscriber to The Science of Psychotherapy Academy! Or you can simply buy us a cup of coffee! Please leave a review! (Reviews are fabulously important to us! On your podcast player you should find an option to review at the bottom of the main page for the podcast - after the list of available episodes) - Here's a link for iTunes. And please subscribe to our show! You can also find our podcast at: The Science of Psychotherapy Podcast Homepage If you want more great science of Psychotherapy please visit our website thescienceofpsychotherapy.com - and get the app! Details in the footer of our site. Grab a copy of our latest book! The Practitioner's Guide to the Science of Psychotherapy

Mar 21, 2022 • 32min
Matt & Richard talk about reasons for learning about the science of psychotherapy
With the release of their new book, The Practitioner's Guide to The Science of Psychotherapy, Matt and Richard continue to talk about some of the theoretical aspects of the 'why' of the book, and the 'why' of learning the science of psychotherapy. You can get out book at: Amazon https://amzn.to/3BMolky Book Depository https://www.bookdepository.com/Practitioners-Guide-Science-Psychotherapy-Richard-Hill/9781324016182 And Norton themselves have a number of other outlets on this page: https://wwnorton.com/books/9781324016182 Thanks for listening! Support us by becoming a subscriber to The Science of Psychotherapy Academy! Or you can simply buy us a cup of coffee! Please leave a review! (Reviews are fabulously important to us! On your podcast player you should find an option to review at the bottom of the main page for the podcast - after the list of available episodes) - Here's a link for iTunes. And please subscribe to our show! You can also find our podcast at: The Science of Psychotherapy Podcast Homepage If you want more great science of Psychotherapy please visit our website thescienceofpsychotherapy.com - and get the app! Details in the footer of our site. Grab a copy of our latest book! The Practitioner's Guide to the Science of Psychotherapy

Feb 23, 2022 • 40min
John Arden talks with Richard Hill and Matthew Dahlitz about The Practitioner's Guide to the Science of Psychotherapy
We catch up with Dr John Arden who talks with us about our new book and the foreword he's written for us - a bonus chapter really! You can get out book at: Amazon https://amzn.to/3BMolky Book Depository https://www.bookdepository.com/Practitioners-Guide-Science-Psychotherapy-Richard-Hill/9781324016182 And Norton themselves have a number of other outlets on this page: https://wwnorton.com/books/9781324016182 Thanks for listening! Support us by becoming a subscriber to The Science of Psychotherapy Academy! Or you can simply buy us a cup of coffee! Please leave a review! (Reviews are fabulously important to us! On your podcast player you should find an option to review at the bottom of the main page for the podcast - after the list of available episodes) - Here's a link for iTunes. And please subscribe to our show! You can also find our podcast at: The Science of Psychotherapy Podcast Homepage If you want more great science of Psychotherapy please visit our website thescienceofpsychotherapy.com - and get the app! Details in the footer of our site. Grab a copy of our latest book! The Practitioner's Guide to the Science of Psychotherapy

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Feb 17, 2022 • 39min
Stuart Shanker talks self-regulation
Dr. Stuart Shanker, author of the Self-Reg trilogy, dives into the crucial role of self-regulation in child development. He emphasizes the difference between self-regulation and self-control, urging a compassionate perspective on children's behavior. The conversation covers how stress impacts children’s ability to delay gratification and introduces a five-step method to identify misbehavior vs. stress-induced actions. Shanker also discusses misconceptions around IQ testing and stress, offering insights into enhancing self-awareness and emotional communication.

Feb 10, 2022 • 45min
Marilyn Sanders and George Thompson talk about Polyvagal Theory and the Developing Child
Dr Marilyn Sanders and Dr George Thompson talk about their new book "Polyvagal Theory and the Developing Child: Systems of Care for Strengthening Kids, Families, and Communities" For more on the book go to https://wwnorton.com/books/9780393714289 Thanks for listening! Support us by becoming a subscriber to The Science of Psychotherapy Academy! Please leave a review! (Reviews are fabulously important to us! On your podcast player you should find an option to review at the bottom of the main page for the podcast - after the list of available episodes) - Here's a link for iTunes. And please subscribe to our show! You can also find our podcast at: The Science of Psychotherapy Podcast Homepage If you want more great science of Psychotherapy please visit our website thescienceofpsychotherapy.com - and get the app! Details in the footer of our site. Grab a copy of our latest book! The Practitioner's Guide to the Science of Psychotherapy

Jan 31, 2022 • 41min
Stefan Neszpor talks about the cerebellum
We talk to Dr Stefan Neszpor, a consultant psychiatrist and psychotherapist consulting for Island Health - Vancouver Island Health Authority. He has been fascinated by the cerebellum for many years and it's that topic that we tackle today with him. Thanks for listening! Support us by becoming a subscriber to The Science of Psychotherapy Academy! Please leave a review! (Reviews are fabulously important to us! On your podcast player you should find an option to review at the bottom of the main page for the podcast - after the list of available episodes) - Here's a link for iTunes. And please subscribe to our show! You can also find our podcast at: The Science of Psychotherapy Podcast Homepage If you want more great science of Psychotherapy please visit our website thescienceofpsychotherapy.com - and get the app! Details in the footer of our site. Grab a copy of our latest book! The Practitioner's Guide to the Science of Psychotherapy

Jan 28, 2022 • 36min
Brian Quinn talks Bipolar Disorder and depression
Today we catch up with Dr. Brian Quinn, who is author of The Depression Sourcebook, 2nd edition and Wiley Concise Guides to Mental Health: Bipolar Disorder, and is a practicing clinical social worker in Huntington, New York . Dr. Quinn specializes in working with individuals suffering from mood disorders, marital problems and substance abuse in the Long Island area. He received his master's degree from the University of Chicago and his Ph.D. in clinical social work from New York University . He has a post-graduate certificate in psychoanalytic psychotherapy from Beth Israel Medical Center in New York. You can find out more about Dr Quinn here http://www.brianquinnphd.com Thanks for listening! Support us by becoming a subscriber to The Science of Psychotherapy Academy! Please leave a review! (Reviews are fabulously important to us! On your podcast player you should find an option to review at the bottom of the main page for the podcast - after the list of available episodes) - Here's a link for iTunes. And please subscribe to our show! You can also find our podcast at: The Science of Psychotherapy Podcast Homepage If you want more great science of Psychotherapy please visit our website thescienceofpsychotherapy.com - and get the app! Details in the footer of our site. Grab a copy of our latest book! The Practitioner's Guide to the Science of Psychotherapy

Jan 22, 2022 • 42min
Serge Prengel talks proactive 12 steps
Today Richard Hill catches up with Serge Prengel to talk about his 6th edition of The Proactive Twelve Steps: A Mindful Program For Lasting Change. Serge Prengel, LMHC, is a graduate of France's Sorbonne University and HEC Business School. He is certified in Focusing, in Core Energetics and in Somatic Experiencing. His work also draws from Systems-Centered theory. He is a co-founder of the Integrative Focusing Therapy training program. You can find Serge here https://proactivechange.com/ Thanks for listening! Support us by becoming a subscriber to The Science of Psychotherapy Academy! Please leave a review! (Reviews are fabulously important to us! On your podcast player you should find an option to review at the bottom of the main page for the podcast - after the list of available episodes) - Here's a link for iTunes. And please subscribe to our show! You can also find our podcast at: The Science of Psychotherapy Podcast Homepage If you want more great science of Psychotherapy please visit our website thescienceofpsychotherapy.com - and get the app! Details in the footer of our site. Grab a copy of our latest book! The Practitioner's Guide to the Science of Psychotherapy

Jan 10, 2022 • 41min
Introducing The Practitioner's Guide to the Science of Psychotherapy
Today Richard and Matt talk about their upcoming book The Practitioner's Guide to the Science of Psychotherapy and discuss the introduction and basis of the book. The book is available on pre-order now. https://wwnorton.com/books/9781324016182 Thanks for listening! Support us by becoming a subscriber to The Science of Psychotherapy Academy! Please leave a review! (Reviews are fabulously important to us! On your podcast player you should find an option to review at the bottom of the main page for the podcast - after the list of available episodes) - Here's a link for iTunes. And please subscribe to our show! You can also find our podcast at: The Science of Psychotherapy Podcast Homepage If you want more great science of Psychotherapy please visit our website thescienceofpsychotherapy.com - and get the app! Details in the footer of our site. Grab a copy of our latest book! The Practitioner's Guide to the Science of Psychotherapy
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