I’m joined by Dr. Sarah Oreck to talk about Mavida Health, a unique platform combining clinical care and online emotional support and community for maternal and paternal mental health care. We can only hope that their style of specialized support and wide range of reproductive mental health services will eventually be replicated in more places across the US. ... Show More
Aug 18
436: Healing After Birth Trauma and Postpartum Preeclampsia with Courtney Costello, LMSW
Today’s guest tells her story of birth trauma, postpartum preeclampsia, and how therapy helped her to process her emotions. I’m thrilled to have Courtney here to share her story and how she is helping other moms. Join us! Courtney Costello is a licensed master’s social worker wit ... Show More
44m 32s
Aug 11
435: Complex Conversations: Using Compassionate Communication in Perinatal Care
Today’s episode focuses on patients who receive devastating news during the perinatal period. Unfortunately, this scenario is all too common, and complexities are affecting both the patient and the medical provider, most notably the delicate balance of professionalism, compassion ... Show More
49m 15s
Dec 2024
Moving From Traditional to Neurodiversity-Affirming Therapy
On episode 251, Emily welcomes Dr. Amy Marschall, a clinical psychologist focused on trauma-informed and neurodiversity-affirming care. They talk about the transition from traditional therapy models to neurodiversity affirming approaches, and the importance of lived experience an ... Show More
38m 51s
Jun 2020
Staying Safe and Assertive in Relationships
Join The Savvy Shrink as we interview Dr Laura Dabney, MD, psychiatrist, who specializes in helping people to have healthy relationships. We talk about boundaries, self care and personal growth within boundaried relationships and what to do if you suspect there might be emotional ... Show More
33m 11s
Aug 2024
Mental Health During Pregnancy with Anna Mathur
Today’s guest is a highly regarded psychotherapist, author, and speaker known for her work in the field of mental health, particularly focusing on issues related to motherhood. With a background in psychotherapy and a passion for helping others, world renowned Anna Mathur has bec ... Show More
50m 29s
Feb 2024
81 — Country Singer Madeline Merlo: Confronting Mental Health Issues, Healing, and Growing Stronger
It's easy to tell other people to seek help or take charge of their mental health, but much harder to take those steps when you need to do so for yourself. But struggles with your mental health don't mean you're mentally weak. Accomplished singer and songwriter Madeline Merlo has ... Show More
48m 12s
Jul 2024
mending mind and spirit: the path of sacred psychiatry with dr. judy tsafrir
Join me for a transformative journey with Dr. Judy Tsafrir, a board-certified psychiatrist, Harvard Medical School faculty member, and a visionary in the field of mental health. A recipient of the 2024 Silver Nautilus Award for her groundbreaking book, "Sacred Psychiatry: Bridgin ... Show More
1h 52m