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Ep 49 — Yaron Schwartzman, LMSW — Divorce Dec 30, 2023

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Yaron Schwartzman is a Modern Mind therapist specializing in addiction, parenting, and couples therapy. Yaron has a particular expertise in helping couples to end well and navigate co-parenting. In this episode, we talk to Yaron about divorce and how he helps couples make meaning of the end of their relationship and part in a respectful way. If you are interested in seeing Yaron for individual or couples therapy, please reach out to info@modernmind.co or visit the modern mind website at modernmind.co to learn more about Yaron and his practice.

LOVELINK is hosted by Brooklyn-based therapists Dr. Signe Simon and Dr. Simone Humphrey. To learn more about our work, visit modernmind.co. If you’d like to contact us directly, send us an email to info@modernmind.co.

Ep 48 — Therapy with Yaron Schwartzman, LMSW Dec 15, 2023

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Yaron Schwartzman is a therapist who works with couples and individuals and specializes in conscious uncoupling and addiction. We welcome him to the pod as the newest member at Modern Mind, our group practice located in NYC. Yaron discusses how he works with his patients, what contributes to change in a person, and how to determine goodness of fit with a therapist. Yaron's openness, warmth, and candor are all qualities we love about him. He is currently accepting new patients. You can reach out to info@modernmind.co if you are interested in working with Yaron.

LOVELINK is hosted by Brooklyn-based therapists Dr. Signe Simon and Dr. Simone Humphrey. To learn more about our work, visit lovelink.co. If you’d like to contact us directly, send us an email to info@lovelink.co.

Ep 47 — Adam Cohen, LMFT — Second Adolescence Oct 26, 2023

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Adam Cohen is a licensed psychotherapist with a practice devoted to LGBTQ+ adolescents and adults. He developed Second Adolescence as a conceptual framework for healing and liberating from the trauma of growing up queer in an anti-queer world. Cohen is the host of the podcast Second Adolescence and author of the upcoming book Second Adolescence. In this fun and engaging interview, Adam explains the concept of second adolescence, his own experience of second adolescence, and ways that he works with queer folks in his practice to heal shame and trauma.

We recently launched Modern Mind, a new group practice for individuals and couples in New York City. If you’re experiencing a sense of stuckness in your life or relationship, we’re here to help. Visit our website to learn more about the practice.

Ep 46 — Annabelle Seife, PhD — Commitment: What It Takes to Build a Lasting Relationship Jul 31, 2023

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Annabelle Seife, Ph.D., is the founder of Before the Leap, a course for contemporary commitment. She teaches couples the necessary skills to build a strong foundation for their relationship and helps partners have important conversations. We highly recommend this episode to anyone contemplating commitment or who has already taken steps to build a shared life with their partner.

Ep 45 — Pooja Amy Shah, MD — A Different Approach to Medicine Jul 17, 2023

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We are thrilled to interview Pooja Amy Shah, MD, doctor in integrative medicine and family medicine. In her integrative medicine practice, she combines eastern practices along with Western medicine to treat the mind and body holistically. In a society where we typically receive care in piecemeal, Dr. Pooja Amy Shah believes in catering treatment to the individual and all aspects of being human. Dr. Pooja is an assistant professor at Columbia University, licensed in Medical Acupuncture, Yoga teacher certified, and teaches at O-p-e-n.com, The Path, and Nalanda Institute. We discuss her philosophy around health and wellness, how to address chronic stress and her advice on a healthy diet and go-to supplements.

Ep 44 — Terry Real — Overcoming Toxic Individualism Jun 26, 2023

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Terry Real returns to the podcast to discuss his new book, Us: Getting Past You and Me to Build a More Loving Relationship. Terry is the creator of Relational Life Therapy (RLT), a methodology that helps individuals become conscious of negative behaviors and guides them through trauma and inner-child work in the presence of their partners in order to build stronger one-on-one relationships. Terry’s new book expands on the foundations of RLT, helping couples move beyond toxic individualism and into more harmonious, “fully relational” lives.

We’re happy to announce the launch of our new group practice for individuals and couples in New York City, Modern Mind. If you’re experiencing a sense of stuckness in your life or relationship, we’re here to help. Reach out to us at info@lovelink.co and we’ll connect you with a therapist who’s the right fit for you.

Ep 43 — Bill Doherty, PhD — Bridging the Gap: Conservatives and Liberals Feb 13, 2023

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This is the second time we welcome Dr. Bill Doherty on LOVELINK. Dr. Doherty is a family therapist and professor in the Department of Family Social Science at the University of Minnesota. He is the co-founder of The Doherty Relationship Institute, helping couples on the brink and using his model of discernment counseling, to work through ambivalence around breaking up or staying together. In our last interview, we discussed dating, breakups, and how to choose a partner. Today, we are thrilled to interview him about his latest project Braver Angels, an initiative to bring conservatives and liberals together to combat political polarization. Using all his skills from couples therapy, Dr. Doherty has successfully helped individuals and groups with different political backgrounds come together and respect one another.

Ep 42 — Caroline Welch — Mindfulness for Women Nov 28, 2022

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In this interview, Caroline Welch, CEO and co-founder of the Mindsight Institute in Santa Monica, CA, talks to us about the importance of presence in helping women stay grounded in their lives. Caroline teaches us how mindful awareness can inform the three Ps, Purpose (finding what matters to us), Pivoting (making changes), and Pacing (the speed of life), to help women live with more awareness and authenticity. Caroline also opens up about her own journey toward cultivating presence through her many life transitions and roles. For more information about Caroline’s teachings, check out her new book The Gift of Presence: A Mindfulness Guide for Women

Ep 41 — Dan Siegel, MD — The Science of Good Parenting Sep 12, 2022

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Dr. Dan Siegel is an expert on parenting and the brain. He has written six books on parenting, including NYT bestsellers Brainstorm: The Power and Purpose of the Teenage Brain, The Whole Brain Child: 12 Revolutionary Strategies to Nurture Your Child’s Developing Mind, and No-Drama Discipline: The Whole-Brain Way to Calm the Chaos and Nurture Your Child’s Developing Mind. He is a professor at the UCLA School of Medicine, the co-founder of Mindful Awareness Research Center at UCLA, and has a psychotherapy practice where he treats children, adults, and families. Dr. Siegel is a wealth of information. He has an ability to integrate neuroscience, mindfulness, and practical life skills. In our interview he explains what present parenting looks like, the powerful effects of attunement with children, and the latest research on adolescence and what adults can learn from them. Not an episode to miss!

Ep 40 — Michael Clemmens, PhD — Gestalt Therapy Jul 17, 2022

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In this interview, psychologist Michael Clemmens provides an overview of Gestalt therapy, a form of psychotherapy focused on helping people develop their present moment awareness. Dr. Clemmens describes how our ability to feel ourselves increases our choices and allows for a more meaningful lived experience. With his clear and engaging way of being, Dr. Clemmens embodies present moment awareness, inspiring us to do the same. We would recommend this podcast to anyone interested in the benefits of increased awareness and the clinical applications of Gestalt.

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