Rachel Thornton, TRS, CTRS, LCSW specializes in helping people with anxious perfectionism tendencies. In this episode we discuss how to sift out perfectionism and how focusing on plucking this out can actually help people keep relationships, jobs, beliefs they connect with. We explore using the lens of self-compassion rather than perfectionism. Rachel addre ... Show More
Apr 2022
Ketamine & Psychedelic Psychotherapy with Dr. Steve Thayer
In this episode Michelle interviews Dr. Steve Thayer, a clinical psychologist at Cedar Psychiatry, about his work using psychotherapy in conjunction with ketamine, a legal and safe psychedelic substance. Michelle shares her personal experience with Dr. Thayer when she participate ... Show More
48m 7s
Jan 2025
Jillian Turecki on Self-Love, Self-esteem, and Building Healthy Relationships
In this thought-provoking episode of The Conversation, host Amanda de Cadenet sits down with Jillian Turecki, author of It Begins With You, to explore the transformative journey of self-love, building self-esteem, and creating healthy relationships. Jillian shares personal storie ... Show More
39m 26s
Dec 2024
Letting Go of Perfectionism
Hi, I’m Dr. Jodi Aman, and today, we’re going to tackle one of the biggest roadblocks to happiness and self-acceptance: perfectionism. I’ll be sharing insights on why perfectionism feels helpful but actually holds us back from joy and peace. We’ll explore ways to let go of these ... Show More
26 m
Jan 2025
Dealing with Perfectionism
High standards, attention to detail, and self-control are invaluable qualities at work. They’re also aspects of perfectionism, something to which many high achievers credit much of their success. But Ellen Hendriksen, clinical psychologist at Boston University's Center for Anxiet ... Show More
26m 52s
Jul 2024
#96 | Self-Sabotage w/ Renee Frey
Renee Frey discusses self-sabotage, a coping mechanism that prevents individuals from achieving their goals. Self-sabotage can manifest in various aspects of life, such as work, relationships, and personal goals. She even shares her personal experiences with overcoming self-sabot ... Show More
26m 25s
May 2025
The Roots of Perfectionism and How We Can Change
Perfectionism can help us succeed, but it can also be a detriment to our mental health and our lives. Understanding it is the first step to better management. In this episode, psychologist Thomas Greenspon shares research about perfectionism, where it comes from, how it can impac ... Show More
30m 1s