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83. Freeing Yourself from Stress + Struggle by Understanding the Human Experience feat. Beth Segaloff Jan 17, 2022

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Today’s guest is Beth Segaloff—a Licensed Clinical of Social Work, Life Coach, Reiki Master, Registered Yoga Teacher, Certified Firewalk Instructor, and Mom.

Beth's Website: https://www.bethsegaloff.com/

Beth's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beth.segaloff/

TOPICS

+ Beth's mental health journey + what brought her to working with teens, teaching yoga, and practicing EMDR

+ How lacking emotion education is for teens and the negative impact this has on mental health

+ The importance of approaching healing from a holistic perspective—mentally, physically, and spiritually

+ What happens when you truly quiet your mind and practice mindfulness—and the impact this has on emotion processing

+ Ways you can incorporate mindfulness + meditation into your daily routine

+ A guided meditation practice to center yourself, decrease stress, and let go of tension you're holding

MENTIONED

+ EMDR

+ Join Beth's mailing list to join her teen program: https://www.bethsegaloff.com/ (the box is right at the footer of her website)

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82. How to Let Go of Expectations + Improve Your Self-Talk feat. Paige Tonz Jan 12, 2022

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Today’s guest is Paige Tonz—a former D1 athlete and coach helping transform girls into strong women beyond the playing field or court. Paige has worked with 1000+ athletes in her programs and workshops. She believes girls have so many opportunities to dream bigger than they ever imagined. Because sports was and still is such a big part of Paige's life, she has had a first-row ticket to see how the experiences from sports can be a vessel to success in life on and off the field. (bio via paigetonz.com)

Paige's website: https://www.paigetonz.com/

Paige's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paigetonz/

TOPICS

+ Shifting your expectations to be process-based and about things you can control

+ Expectation hangover

+ Test anxiety + the difference between truly learning vs. trying to pass a test

+ The importance of asking those you look up to for advice and insight

+ Steps you can take today to improve your self-confidence

+ Paige's resource recommendations for teens looking to improve self-esteem + self-talk

MENTIONED

+ Ed Mylett on TSC

+ Choose Wonder Over Worry by Amber Rae

+ Alpha Girl Confidence

+ Paige's Self-Talk Practice

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81. Dr. Aliza Pressman on Parenting Styles, Improving Parent-Child Relationships, and Navigating Conflict Jan 05, 2022

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Today I am joined by Dr. Aliza Pressman—a developmental psychologist with over 15 years of experience working with families. Dr. Aliza holds a BA from Dartmouth College and her Ph.D. in developmental psychology from Columbia University Graduate School. She is an Assistant Clinical Professor at Mount Sinai Hospital where she is co-founding director of The Mount Sinai Parenting Center. (bio via draliza.com)

Dr. Pressman's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/raisinggoodhumanspodcast/

Dr. Pressman's Website: https://draliza.com/

TOPICS

+ The 4 parenting styles and which help vs. hurt parent-teen relationships

+ Why we pursue the familiar feelings of our home environment even if they’re unhealthy

+ A step-by-step guide to decrease conflict and navigate it when it does arise

+ Why parents should ALWAYS be the ones to repair after a conflict

+ The most common points of contention between parents and teens

+ Resources for both parents and teens to improve their relationship

MENTIONED

+ Jen Atkin's New Year's Goal Setting Template

+ Diane Baumrind

+ Brainstorm by Dan Siegal

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EPISODE SPONSORS

🛋This week's episode is sponsored by Teen Counseling. Teen Counseling is an online therapy program with over 14,000 licensed therapists in their network offering support with depression, anxiety, relationships, trauma, and more via text, talk, and video counseling. Head to teencounseling.com/shepersisted to find a therapist today!

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80. Surviving Teenage Depression + Anxiety: FAQs, Intensive Treatment, DBT, Coping Skills, + More Dec 27, 2021

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In today's solo episode I tell my mental health story. I dive into my struggle with depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, self-harm, and more. I also discuss my treatment journey, my experience with DBT, and where I'm at today. I give my best at-home mental health tips you can implement and answer your questions about my journey! I hope this is a reminder that you're not alone!

Mentioned in the episode...

+ About DBT

+ Dialectical Behavioral Therapy Studies

+ DBT Skills

+ 3East McLean Hospital - Adolescent DBT Programs

+ Ep. 28 feat. Dr. Blaise Aguirre

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79. Doug Bopst on Hitting Rock Bottom, Going From Felon to Fitness Coach, and Using Adversity to Your Advantage Dec 06, 2021

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Today I am joined by Doug Bopst—an award-winning personal trainer, author, speaker, and business owner. Those credentials and accolades are a result of his own transformation. He is a former felon and drug addict, sentenced to years in jail due to his poor decisions. He chose to use that time locked in a small cell to beat his demons and reinvent himself thanks to a combination of faith, family, and fitness.

Doug's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dougbopst/?hl=en

Doug's Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-adversity-advantage/id1496406333

Doug's Books: https://www.amazon.com/Doug-Bopst/e/B01F43E89G%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share

This week's DBT Skill is the STOP skill. Learn more with this adorable animation or read this article.

Doug and I dive into the following topics...

+ Doug's personal journey from addict and felon to a fitness coach, podcaster, and motivational speaker helping others transform their lives

+ What it’s like to hit rock bottom and the steps Doug took to turn his life around

+ How you can use adversity to your advantage to fuel your journey

+ Using fitness to transform your mental health and specific tips to implement

+ The extreme impact habits have on overcoming the challenges you face

+ Why you should be focusing on how far you’ve come and your immediate action steps rather than how far you have to go and your end goal

+ So much more!

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78. Dr. Caroline Leaf on Neuroplasticity, the Brain vs. the Mind, and Cognitive Detoxing Nov 23, 2021

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Today I am joined by Dr. Caroline Leaf, a communication pathologist and cognitive neuroscientist specializing in cognitive and metacognitive neuropsychology. Since the early 1980s, she has researched the mind-brain connection, the nature of mental health, and the formation of memory. She was one of the first in her field to study how the brain can change (neuroplasticity) with directed mind input. Dr. Leaf is also the bestselling author ofSwitch on Your Brain, Think Learn Succeed, Think and Eat Yourself Smart, and many more. She's also the host of Cleaning up the Mental Mess, a top-charts mental health podcast. (bio via drleaf.com)

Dr. Leaf's Website: https://drleaf.com/

Dr. Leaf's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drcarolineleaf/

Dr. Leaf's Podcast: https://drleaf.com/pages/podcasts

This week's DBT skill is turning the mind. Learn more here.

Dr. Leaf and I dive into the following topics…

+ The difference between the mind and the brain and how this connects to neuroplasticity

+ How childhood traumas can manifest in both the brain and body but can be rewired with targeted neuroplasticity

+ The think-feel-choose process through which we interpret and internalize experiences

+ Why depression and anxiety aren't illnesses but rather emotional signals and how to effectively treat these from a non-illness perspective

+ The neurocycle approach to healing both your physical & mental health after experiencing ineffective and/or distressing patterns

Mentioned In The Episode…

+ Nuerocycle App

+ Dr. Leaf's most recent book—Cleaning Up the Mental Mess

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77. Dr. Kojo Sarfo on ADHD in Women: Presentations, Diagnosis, and Treatment Nov 08, 2021

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Today I am joined by Dr. Kojo Sarfo a social media content creator, mental health nurse practitioner, and psychotherapist to discuss all things ADHD.

Connect with Dr. Sarfo: https://beacons.page/drkojosarfo

This week's DBT skill is the PLEASE skill. Learn more here.

Dr. Sarfo and I dive into the following topics…

+ What is ADHD? How does it present and how do these presentations change depending on age and gender?

+ What is the diagnosis and treatment process for ADHD?

+ ADHD vs. ADD

+ Are ADHD medications addictive and Dr. Sarfo's perspective on prescribing them

+ Is ADHD more often a primary and secondary diagnosis and how delayed diagnosis impacts this

+ the importance of a balanced diet, good routine, and healthy habits on for ADHD

+ Dr. Sarfo's favorite ADHD resources

+ how to support a peer that has ADHD and supporting your child if they have ADHD

+ so much more!

Mentioned In The Episode…

+ Ep. 75 Adolescent Substance Use feat. Dr. Jay Faber

+ Ep. 39 Your Foolproof Guide to a Good Night's Sleep

+ https://www.additudemag.com/

+ https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.kojosarfo

+ https://www.youtube.com/c/HowtoADHD

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76. Dr. Alexandra Solomon on Building Healthy Relationships as a Teen, Exploring Sexuality, Soulmates, and Sex Education Oct 27, 2021

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#76 Today I am joined by Dr. Alexandra Solomon a licensed clinical psychologist, author, and speaker, specializing in families, marriage, and relationships. She is a professor at Northwestern University and the author of Loving Bravelyand Taking Sexy Back. This episode provides so much value and insight applicable to any interpersonal interactions—I know you’ll love It!

Follow Dr. Solomon on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.alexandra.solomon

Dr. Solomon’s website (+ blog): https://dralexandrasolomon.com

This week's DBT skill is the GIVE skill. Learn more here.

Dr. Solomon and I dive into the following topics…

+ the difference in messaging society directs towards boys and girls regarding sexuality and relationships

+ how self-compassion, body image, and acceptance is connected to sexuality

+ sex education and how unrepresentative it can be more many demographics, beliefs, etc

+ what makes a relationship “healthy” and what makes communication effective in interactions

+ how relationships and falling in love causes us to do work on ourselves

+ the importance of exploring boundaries, building trust, improving communication, and having relationships as a teenager

+ are soulmates real—Dr. Solomon’s perspective

+ how overburdening intimate relationships can be problematic for the relationship

+ being sexual vs. feeling sexualized

+ the impact of p*rnography on teenagers, relationships, and societal messaging

+ so much more!

Mentioned In The Episode…

+ Pure by Linda Kay Klein

+ John Oliver Sex Education Episode

+ Dr. Solomon’s books: Loving Bravelyand Taking Sexy Back

+ Make Love Not Porn

+ Erika Lust

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75. Amen Clinic's Dr. Jay Faber on Teenage Substance Use: Brain Impacts, Long-Term Effects, and Quitting Tips Oct 19, 2021

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#75 This week's guest is Dr. Jay Faber. John A. “Jay” Faber, MD is a clinical and forensic double board-certified psychiatrist with more than three decades of experience in Child, Adolescent, and Adult Psychiatry. Currently, he is on the medical staff at the Amen Clinics in Encino, CA.

Dr. Faber's website: https://drjayfaber.com/

Dr. Faber's book: https://drjayfaber.com/escape-overview/

This week's DBT Skill is pros and cons. Learn more here.

Dr. Faber and I dive into the following topics...

+ What happens to the brain under the influence of alcohol, marijuana, and nicotine and long-term effects of usage

+ Is vaping 'better' than smoking cigarettes?—what the data shows so far

+ The difference between long-term, medium, and short-term goals and how to set these for yourself when trying to quit a substance

+ Exactly what resources to utilize when attempting to quit substance use and how to know when professional support could be beneficial

+ Red flags to be aware of if engaging in substance use

+ the difference THC vs. CBD usage

Mentioned in this week's episode...

+ dorm tour

+ healthy vs. long-term substance use brain imaging via Amen Clinics

+ Fast Times of Ridgemont High clip

+ Lost Connections by Johann Hari

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74. Sophie Gray (Founder of DiveThru) on Diet Culture, Body Neutrality, Teenage Self-Harm, and Mental Health Education Oct 09, 2021

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#74 This week's guest is Sophie Gray. Sophie is the founder and creator of DiveThru, a mental health app helping you navigate mental health challenges with mood trackers, journal prompts, targeted courses, and more. In this episode, Sophie and I dive deep into overcoming eating disorders, depression, mental breakdowns, and more!

Sophie's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sophiegray/

Download DiveThru: https://go.onelink.me/5wa8/divethrubio

DiveThru Website: https://divethru.com/

This week's DBT Skill is nonattachment, learn more here.

Sophie and I dive into the following topics...

+ Sophie's experiences overcoming depression, self-harm, an eating disorder, and more.

+ The body neutrality and acceptance movement and what creators you should be following

+ Journaling and how this helped Sophie on her mental health journey

+ Increasing awareness of emotions and behaviors before working to change them

+ Free resources on DiveThru: journal prompts, mood trackers, courses, and more!

+ Boundaries Sophie currently implements to maintain her mental health growth

+ How taking breaks and resting is productive