In this mega-episode, clinical psychologist Dr. Rick Hanson and Forrest Hanson explore everything you need to know about therapy. They share how you can get more from therapy, finding the approach that’s right for you, and some perspectives on why therapy is so expensive. They then run through the five major schools of Western psychotherapy before discussing ... Show More
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Dr. Becky on Becoming the Person (and Parent) You Needed
Dr. Becky Kennedy joins Forrest for a conversation about building better relationships, with ourselves, our partners, and our children. They talk about Dr. Becky’s framework of “good inside,” and how we can apply it to ourselves. Dr. Becky explains how many of the struggles paren ... Show More
1h 30m
Nov 17
Dealing with Guilt Trips, Boundaries, and Non-Monogamy: November Mailbag
Dr. Rick and Forrest open up the mailbag to answer listener questions about effective communication, healthy relationships, and contentment. They explore how defining boundaries, taking maximum reasonable responsibility, and extending an olive branch can help manage ongoing confl ... Show More
1h 15m
Nov 10
How to Be Yourself: Authenticity in Relationships with Elizabeth Ferreira
In this very fun episode, Forrest and Elizabeth discuss how to get on the same team in a relationship. They explore how conditions of worth, masking, and developmental trauma can get in the way of showing up authentically, and how falling into common relationship roles can reinfo ... Show More
1h 12m
Feb 2023
73. The complete guide to therapy in your 20’s
This week we deep dive into everything there is to know about therapy in our 20’s. From identifying when you need therapy, to finding the right therapist, the different types of therapy that are available, some of the misconceptions about therapy and the details of your first ses ... Show More
49m 49s
Nov 2015
Life changing advantages of working with a great therapist
<p>I'm interviewing Sophia Cayer, EFT Master, trainer of therapists, and someone who's a sought-after expert for working with challenging cases. She's done over 12 000 coaching sessions, and shares her views on the therapy process and the benefits of working with someone who's an ... Show More
1h 5m
Jul 2022
The 9 SCIENCE BASED Ways To Heal Your Mind & Keep It HEALTHY! EP 1289
<p>Today, nearly 20% of adults in the United States alone experience some form of struggle or illness related to their mental health. Thanks to advances in science, technology, and the progress we’ve made to begin erasing the stigma around mental health, we actually have more too ... Show More
35m 16s
Apr 2022
278 SelfWork: 15 Good Questions To Ask Your Potential Therapist
<p>Three times this week I was asked, "Just how do I interview a therapist?" So... I'm going to give you fifteen very specific, concrete, and legit questions to ask a potential therapist. It's important of course to note <em>how</em> that therapist is answering yo ... Show More
28m 13s