Psychotherapy and Applied Psychology: Conversations with research experts about mental health and psychotherapy for those interested in research, practice, and training

• Rethinking Suicide Prevention Strategies with Dr. Craig Bryan

  Part two of Dan's conversation with Dr. Craig Bryan, a board-certified clinical psychologist in cognitive behavioural psychology. He is the Stress, Trauma, and Resilience (STAR) Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center.SummaryDan and Dr. Bryan discuss a transformative approach to suicide prevention, emphasizing the importance of reframing the concept from merely keeping individuals alive to helping them find a life worth living. Dr. Bryan advocates for a collaborative risk assessment model that prioritizes patient needs and experiences over traditional checklist methods. Dr. Bryan also critiques the effectiveness of hospitalization in preventing suicide, suggesting that it may not address the underlying issues and can sometimes exacerbate the situation. Special Guest: Dr. Craig BryanSuicidePreventionTherapy.comRe-thinking Suicide (book)Crisis Response PlanningLethal Means Counseling💬 Click here to text the show!🎞️ Video version of the show@PsychotherapyAppliedPsychology on YouTube🛜 Check out the website: Listen to every episode on your podcast player of choiceConnect with Dan☏ Leave a voice message on Speakpipe🔗 LinkedIn📬 [email protected] 🦋@danielwcox.bsky.social

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• Crisis Response, Means Restriction, and the Future of Suicide Prevention with Dr. Craig Brian

  Dan is joined by Dr. Craig Bryan, a board-certified clinical psychologist in cognitive behavioural psychology. He is the Stress, Trauma, and Resilience (STAR) Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center.The episode starts with Dr. Bryan sharing his journey into the field of suicide prevention, detailing his experiences in graduate school, military service, and the harsh realities of suicide he faced. Dy. Bryan critiques traditional approaches to understanding and preventing suicide, advocating for a reframing of suicide as a behavioural choice rather than solely a mental health issue. Dr. Bryan introduces crisis response planning as a vital intervention, emphasizing the importance of personalizing these plans and the role of means restriction counseling in suicide prevention. Special Guest: Dr. Craig BryanSuicidePreventionTherapy.comRe-thinking Suicide (book)Crisis Response PlanningLethal Means Counseling💬 Click here to text the show!🎞️ Video version of the show@PsychotherapyAppliedPsychology on YouTube🛜 Check out the website: Listen to every episode on your podcast player of choiceConnect with Dan☏ Leave a voice message on Speakpipe🔗 LinkedIn📬 [email protected] 🦋@danielwcox.bsky.social

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• Companionship Over Compliance: Rethinking Mental Health Support for Trans Communities with Dr. Stephanie Budge

  Dan is joined by Dr. Stephanie Budge, Professor and the Director of Clinical Training in the Department of Counseling Psychology at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Part two of Dan's conversation with Dr. Budge delves into the complexities of minority stress, particularly for transgender individuals, and the therapeutic approaches that can help mitigate its effects. The conversation moves to the importance of psychoeducation, the role of internalized stigma, and the innovative frameworks like radical healing that aim to empower marginalized communities and the evolving nature of referral letters in the context of informed consent.💬 Click here to text the show!🎞️ Video version of the show@PsychotherapyAppliedPsychology on YouTube🛜 Check out the website: Listen to every episode on your podcast player of choiceConnect with Dan☏ Leave a voice message on Speakpipe🔗 LinkedIn📬 [email protected] 🦋@danielwcox.bsky.social

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• Key Principles for Therapists Working with Trans Clients with Dr. Stephanie Budge

  Dan is joined by Dr. Stephanie Budge, Professor and the Director of Clinical Training in Counseling Psychology at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. In this conversation, Dr. Budge discusses her journey into the field of psychology, focusing on bisexuality and the need for better mental health support for trans individuals. She shares her experiences in academia, the challenges faced in researching LGBTQ+ topics, and the importance of trans affirmative therapy. Dan and Dr. Budge discuss essential terminology, the ethical considerations in therapy, and practical advice for therapists working with trans clients, emphasizing the need for understanding, practice, and balance in therapeutic relationships.Special Guest: Dr. Stephanie BudgePractice with PronounsWorld Professional Association for Transgender Health Standards of CareGALUP: The Gender Affirming Letter Access Project💬 Click here to text the show!🎞️ Video version of the show@PsychotherapyAppliedPsychology on YouTube🛜 Check out the website: Listen to every episode on your podcast player of choiceConnect with Dan☏ Leave a voice message on Speakpipe🔗 LinkedIn📬 [email protected] 🦋@danielwcox.bsky.social

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• Understanding Responsiveness in Psychotherapy with Dr. William (Bill) Stiles

  Dr. Bill Stiles returns to the show to continue the discussion on understanding responsiveness in psychotherapy.Dr. Stiles discusses the Fever Model in therapy, emphasizing the relationship between client disclosures and therapeutic outcomes. He explores how depression can impede the natural process of disclosure, which is often an adaptive response to psychological distress. Then, Dan and Dr. Stiles delve into the complexities of responsiveness in therapy, the challenges faced by novice therapists, and the importance of theory building through case studies. Special Guest: Dr. William StilesAdditional Resources:Stiles, W. B. (2021). Responsiveness in psychotherapy research: Problems and ways forward. In J. C. Watson & H. Wiseman (Eds), The responsive psychotherapist: Attuning to clients in the moment (pp. 15-35). Washington, DC: APA Books. https://doi.org/10.1037/0000240-002Stiles, W. B. (2009). Logical operations in theory-building case studies. Pragmatic Case Studies in Psychotherapy, 5(3), 9-22. https://doi.org/10.14713/pcsp.v5i3.973. Available: http://jrul.libraries.rutgers.edu/index.php/pcsp/article/view/973Stiles, W. B. (2017). Theory-building case studies. In D. Murphy (Ed.), Counselling psychology: A textbook for study and practice (pp. 439-452). Chichester, UK: Wiley.Stiles, W. B. (2011). Coming to terms. Psychotherapy Research, 21, 367-384. https://doi.org/10.1080/10503307.2011.582186Stiles, W. B. (1992). Describing talk: A taxonomy of verbal response modes. Newbury Park, CA: Sage.Stiles, W. B., Shapiro, D. A., & Elliott, R. (1986). "Are all psychotherapies equivalent?" American Psychologist, 41, 165-180.Stiles, W. B., Barkham, M., Mellor-Clark, J., & Connell, J. (2008). Effectiveness of cognitive-behavioural, person-centred, and psychodynamic therapies in UK primary care routine practice: Replication in a larger sample. Psychological Medicine, 38, 677–688. Published online 10 September 2007, https://doi.org/10.1017/S0033291707001511.Stiles, W. B. (1987). "I have to talk to somebody." A fever model of disclosure. In V. J. Derlega & J. H. Berg (Eds.), Self-disclosure: Theory, research, and therapy (pp. 257-282). New York: Plenum Press.Stiles, W. B., Honos-Webb, L., & Surko, M. (1998). Responsiveness in psychotherapy. Clinical Psychology: Science and Practice, 5, 439-458.Stiles, W. B., (in preparation). How talking helps: The assimilation model.💬 Click here to text the show!🎞️ Video version of the show@PsychotherapyAppliedPsychology on YouTube🛜 Check out the website: Listen to every episode on your podcast player of choiceConnect with Dan☏ Leave a voice message on Speakpipe🔗 LinkedIn📬 [email protected] 🦋@danielwcox.bsky.social

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