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Psychotherapy and Applied Psychology

Dr. Daniel W Cox
Psychotherapy and Applied Psychology
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    Clinical Training, Supervision, and the Limits of Suicide Risk Prediction: Listener Feedback

    07/07/2026 | 29 mins.
    It's our 2nd feedback episode!
    Dan addresses more listener comments and questions, covering topics such as graduate school admissions, the differences between counseling and clinical psychology research, the challenges of teletherapy, the importance of empathy in therapy, the intersection of religion and psychotherapy, and much more!
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    Ep 66 : Artificial Intelligence and Mental Health: A New Frontier with Dr. Tony Rousmaniere & Dr. Alexandre Vaz

    Ep 90: When Religion Enters the Therapy Room with Dr. Stevan Lars Nielsen

    Ep 35 : Insights into Clinical Supervision with Dr. Rodney Goodyear

    Ep 59 : Revolutionizing Psychiatric Diagnoses: Understanding the HiTOP Model (a DSM Alternative) with Dr. Robert Krueger

    Ep 2: How effective is teletherapy? Diving deep into online psychotherapy with Katie Aafjes-van Doorn

    Ep 25 : Choosing a Graduate Program in Counselling or Clinical Psychology: What You Need to Know

    Ep 84 : How Psychotherapy Actually Gets Better with Dr. Pim Cuijpers

    Ep 39 : Key Principles for Therapists Working with Trans Clients with Dr. Stephanie Budge

    Ep 76: We Can't Predict Suicide, So What Should We Do? With Dr. Matthew Large
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    Loss Chasing, Sports Betting, And Online Gambling with Dr. Luke Clark

    30/06/2026 | 40 mins.
    Part 2 with Dr. Luke Clark, director of the Centre for Gambling Research at UBC.
    In part 2, Dr. Clark delves into the intricate relationship between video game loot boxes and gambling behaviors, exploring the psychological impacts, regulatory challenges, and the evolving design of gambling environments. Dan and Dr. Clark highlight the potential gateway effect of loot boxes on real-life gambling, the emotional responses to gambling experiences, and the implications of gambling addiction, particularly among younger demographics and the role of depression in gambling problems leading to the need for effective regulatory measures to protect vulnerable populations.
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    How to recognize out of control gambling and rein it in

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    What Makes Gambling Addictive with Dr. Luke Clark

    23/06/2026 | 41 mins.
    Dr. Luke Clark, director of the Centre for Gambling Research at UBC, joins the show!
    Dr. Clark explains  the complexities of gambling, exploring its psychological aspects, the impact of legislation, and the marketing strategies that drive the industry. He highlights the evolution of gambling laws in the UK and their implications and the distinction between problem gambling and the broader public health perspective, emphasizing the social consequences of gambling. Dan and Dr. Clark examine the psychological phenomena that keep individuals engaged in gambling, such as near misses, and the intersection of gambling with video games and digital marketing.
    Special Guest: Dr. Luke Clark

    How to recognize out of control gambling and rein it in

    Check out Dr. Clark's Research

    Gambling BC
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    Palliative Psychiatry, MAID, and Moral Disagreement with Dr. Daniel Buchman

    16/06/2026 | 51 mins.
    Part 2 of the conversation with Dr. Daniel Buchman, a bioethicist and scientist at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health and an associate professor in the Dalla Lana School of Public Health at the University of Toronto.

    In part 2, Dr. Buchman highlights the need for shared decision-making and the role of patient perspectives in assessing treatment efficacy. He addresses the intersection of palliative care and medical assistance in dying, emphasizing the need for a nuanced understanding of these concepts in mental health care. This conversation delves into the complexities of palliative psychiatry, exploring its relationship with medical assistance in dying (MAID) and the ethical dilemmas faced by psychiatrists. Then, Dan and Dr. Buchman discuss the importance of reducing suffering and improving quality of life for patients with severe mental illness and the challenges of civil discourse in contentious topics and the need for better communication strategies in healthcare. 
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    Applying futility in psychiatry: a concept whose time has come
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    What is Palliative Psychiatry with Dr. Daniel Buchman

    08/06/2026 | 50 mins.
    Dan is joined by Dr. Daniel Buchman, a bioethicist and scientist at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health and an associate professor in the Dalla Lana School of Public Health at the University of Toronto.
    Dr. Buchman shares his journey into the field of bioethics, particularly focusing on palliative psychiatry. Then, he discusses the importance of ethical considerations in healthcare, the role of clinical ethicists, and the concept of futility in psychiatry. Dan and Dr. Buchman discuss the shift in mental health treatment from merely addressing problems to reducing suffering and enhancing quality of life, the complex themes of futility in medical treatment, particularly in psychiatry, and the emerging concept of palliative psychiatry. Dr. Buchman explores the definitions of futility, the importance of patient goals, and the ethical implications of treatment decisions.
    Special Guest: Dr. Daniel Buchman
    Everyday Ethics Lab
    Articles
    Palliative psychiatry: research, clinical, and educational priorities
    Applying futility in psychiatry: a concept whose time has come
    Palliative Psychiatry
    Oyster Care
    Reakiro
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About Psychotherapy and Applied Psychology
Psychotherapy and Applied Psychology is hosted by Dr. Dan Cox, a professor at the University of British Columbia.This show delivers engaging discussions with the world's foremost research experts for listeners interested in or practicing psychotherapy or counseling to provide expert insights and practical advice into mental health, psychotherapy practice, and clinical training.This podcast provides valuable insights whether you are interested in psychotherapy, an applied psychology discipline such as clinical psychology, counseling psychology, or school psychology; or a related discipline such as psychiatry, social work, nursing, or marriage and family therapy.If you want to learn about cutting edge research, improve your psychotherapy/counseling practice, explore innovative therapeutic techniques, or expand your mental health knowledge, you are in the right place. This show will provide answers to questions like: *How will technology influence psychotherapy?*How effective is teletherapy (online psychotherapy) compared to in-person psychotherapy?*How can psychotherapists better support clients from diverse cultural backgrounds?*How can we measure client outcomes in psychotherapy?*What are the latest evidence-based practices?*What are the implications of attachment on psychotherapy?*How can therapists modify treatment to a specific client?*How can we use technology to improve psychotherapy training?*What are the most critical skills to develop during psychotherapy training?*How can psychotherapists improve their interpersonal and communication skills?
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