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Jul 27
The Grieving Body: How to Heal After Loss with Dr. Mary-Frances O'Connor
We all understand the emotional impact of grief, but its effects on the body are often overlooked. Forrest is joined by clinical psychologist and researcher Dr. Mary-Frances O’Connor to explore the physiology of grief. Dr. O’Connor explains how our brains and bodies organize them ... Show More
1h 28m
Jul 20
Healing from Parentification: When the “Gifted Child” Grows Up
Some kids learn early on that the way to be loved is to be useful. They take on the emotional or practical care of their parents in a process known as parentification, and today Dr. Rick and Forrest explore the costs of being a “gifted child.” They discuss the “bargain” these kid ... Show More
1h 15m
Jul 13
Understanding Dissociation and DID: What It's Really Like, and How People Recover w/ Dr. Milissa Kaufman and Dr. Lauren Lebois
Most of what people know about Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID) comes from movies and short videos, and those media portrayals often have little to do with what DID is actually like. To get the real picture, today Forrest is joined by Dr. Milissa Kaufman and Dr. Lauren Lebois ... Show More
1h 26m
Dec 2020
322 - What's Therapy Really Like?
Pop culture portrays therapy in a way that usually misses the mark ... by a lot. Let's demystify the idea of going to therapy with a down-to-earth overview of what types of therapy there are and which problems they can help with.Read the transcript.Check out all the Quick and Dir ... Show More
16m 50s
Dec 2024
Misused Psychology Terms
2h 13m
Dec 2023
Analyzing the Complexity of Emotional and Physical Dysregulation
Welcome to this week’s episode of the Mastin Kipp Podcast!In this episode, you’ll learn about:The misunderstood nature of traumatic memory.The historical perspectives on trauma, including ancient Greek and Freudian definitions.The importance of acknowledging and not minimizing in ... Show More
13m 43s
Mar 2024
Window of Tolerance -An Essential Skill for PTSD, Trauma and Nervous System Regulation
<p>Talking about trauma can make things worse. I’m a therapist, and I know how valuable it CAN be to talk about trauma, but when you don’t understand your “Window of Tolerance” talking about trauma can backfire. In this podcast, we’ll talk about the three states of your nervous s ... Show More
18m 18s
Feb 2025
Trauma and Transphobia
1h 22m
May 2023
Rethinking Self-Care: The Importance of Doing Deeper Work
Welcome to this week’s episode of the Mastin Kipp Podcast!In this episode, you’ll hear about:What is the top-down approach to healing, and why it’s time for an upgrade.Why you might be stuck despite having healthier coping mechanisms.The connection between trauma work and purpose ... Show More
6m 36s
Nov 2021
8 Myths About Therapy, Busted
Never been to therapy before? The common beliefs about therapy that you take for granted might not be true. This week, The Savvy Psychologist breaks down the truth behind 8 common myths and misconceptions about therapy.Read the companion article on Quick and Dirty Tips.Check out ... Show More
11m 18s
Mar 2025
The Only 3 Reasons People Seek Therapy: A Quick Guide to Stress Reduction and Self Love
Fill Out a 2 Minute Listener Survey for Access to My Secret Podcast and a Chance to Win a Free Coaching Session!Want to know a Therapy Secret? Most people in therapy aren’t there because something’s “wrong” with them — they’re just stuck in patterns that no one taught them how to ... Show More
22m 24s
Apr 2025
Politically Incorrect Psychology Terms
1h 36m
Oct 2023
Overcoming Procrastination and Finding Safety in Moving Forward
Welcome to this week’s episode of the Mastin Kipp Podcast!In this episode, you’ll learn about:The limitations of certain personal development modalities.The role of different parts within oneself and how they can affect one's progress.The need for trauma-informed practices to cre ... Show More
18m 2s
As mental health and the psychological sciences have gone increasingly mainstream, so too have some common misconceptions and misunderstandings. In the first of two episodes, Dr. Rick and Forrest Hanson explore some of the biggest misconceptions related to therapy, trauma, and what it means to be "resilient."
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Dr Kirk Honda discusses commonly misused psychological terms.<br /><br /><b>This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at <a href="http://betterhelp.com/KIRK" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">betterhelp.com/KIRK</a> to get 10% off your first month ... Show More
Rebeccasode! Dr Kirk and Rebecca answer patron emails<br /><br /><b>This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at <a href="http://betterhelp.com/KIRK" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">betterhelp.com/KIRK</a> to get 10% off your first month.</b><br ... Show More
Dr Kirk Honda explores a few psychology terms that are considered problematic.<br /><br /><b>This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at <a href="http://betterhelp.com/KIRK" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">betterhelp.com/KIRK</a> to get 10% off ... Show More
