Ray and Paul discuss the past year of Psyched to Practice and explore what is coming for the next year.

Kids are our future. Whether our role is as a parent, as a helper in their lives, or just a part of their community. So how can we set them up for success? That’s exactly what Paul and Ray hear about from Dr. Charles Barrett as they talk on Empowering Children. From discussions on the importance of being genuine as adults, to how to spark motivation in kids that are considered disengaged; they cover a wide range of ways that we can propel the younger generation ahead on their best foot. We hope you enjoy this Masters in Practice episode: Empowering Children

P.S.- stick around till the end to hear an insightful and seasonal suggestion from Charles.

There are a few certainties in the life of a clinician: frustration with insurance, no shows, having to scramble to fit in a bathroom break, and treatment planning. Unfortunately, we can’t change some of these, but effective treatment planning is thankfully one we can. Ray and Paul had the opportunity to listen in to Dr. Brian Chu and, first time repeat guest, Dr. Sandra Pimentel as they reviewed key elements of effective treatment planning. Brian and Sandy share valuable insights on what effective this looks like and review how clinicians can use their treatment plans to inform effective treatment. We hope you enjoy this Masters in Practice episode: CBT Treatment Planning and Interventions with Dr. Brian Chu and Dr. Sandra Pimentel.

Is it Autism? Is it ADHD? Is it both? How can we tell them apart? This week Ray and Paul take on the task of comparing and contrasting the symptoms of these two neurodivergences. We explore the functions behind the symptoms and attempt to clarify the differences in these two commonly misdiagnosed neurodivergencies. We hope you enjoy this Practice in Action episode: Untangling Neurodivergence.
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It’s that time of the year again, one of the biggest transitions for families is back with back to school. Whether you’re a parent or student this is a time of change. And that’s exactly what Ray and Paul explore in this week’s episode. They review some helpful and healthy recommendations to ease back into the school routine, and make this school year the best it can be. We hope you enjoy this Living Psyched episode Schools Back, Bye Summer.

We take an interesting approach on a familiar topic as we dive back into the world of ADHD, this time focusing on how it can impact the relationship and sex life of adults. Join Ray and Paul as we listen and learn from Dr. Ari Tuckman, exploring the impact that ADHD has on relationships, developing pathways to a more fulfilling sex life, and discuss the most effective supports out there for these couples. We hope you enjoy this Master’s in Practice episode: Sex, Drugs, and ADHD with Dr. Ari Tuckman

Hey everyone, we wanted to first take a moment to thank everyone for their support of the podcast. It’s been such an incredible opportunity to share our experiences, hear from experts, and connect with you all. With that, we’re wanting to announce we will be taking a short break for the month of July, returning August 4th to weekly posting. During this time we’re using the opportunity to revamp some of the behind the scenes processes- to continue to evolve and give you, our listeners, the best experience we can. There will be a short announcement episode dropping in our feed today. Listen in to hear what’s coming up for the Psyched to Practice Podcast. Until then, Be Well and Stay Psyched!

What is the problem with focusing on the problem? It limits our ability to visualize the solution. Ray and Paul listen and learn from Dr. John Murphy on the topic of Solutions Focused Therapy. We cover what Solution Focused Therapy is and how when applied well we can help our clients recognize supports around them, create a clearer plan, and join with them in the process of treatment. We hope you enjoy this Master’s in Practice episode: Solutions Focused Therapy with Dr. John Murphy.

We’ve talked about problem solving and how effective it can be when we have control and influence over a situation. But what about when we don’t? Well… we then have to accept it. Ray and Paul follow up from their conversation on problem solving talking about the other side, when we have to accept a situation and how we do this. They break down what acceptance is and how when done well can allow us to move forward in a situation and get unstuck. We hope you enjoy this Living Psyched episode: A-C-C-E-P-T Find Out What it Means to Me.

Technology is a part of everyday life, and there is no population more affected than our youth. Ray and Paul had the opportunity to talk with Dr. Dan Florell about the impact technology use and specifically cyberbullying can have on this population. They explore the history behind both and how providers can support parents and children who may be struggling with cyberbullying or technology use. We hope you enjoy this Masters in Practice episode: Cyberbullying and Technology Use with Youth with Dr. Dan Florell.

Executive Functioning is a part of everyday life that allows us to activate, focus, regulate effort, manage our emotions, utilize memory, and direct action. With so many pieces Ray and Paul want to give a functional break down so that we can use this important concept in our everyday lives. They’ll walk through each aspect of Executive Functioning as well as the connections in between. We hope you this Living Psyched episode: Executive Functioning Uncovered.

Racism Related Stress can play a significant role in the lives of BIPOC, and can be a key factor in making or breaking successful treatment outcomes. But, how can we as clinicians help support the individuals struggling with this? This is exactly what Ray and Paul hope to answer following the expertise and guidance of Dr. Ryan DeLapp in this Master’s in Practice episode. Ryan describes how his REACH UP model helps give clinicians an orientation to life that helps support and empower their BIPOC clients who are impacted by Racism Related Stress. We hope you enjoy this Master’s in Practice episode: Racism Related Stress with Dr. Ryan DeLapp.

Therapy is a great space to develop skills and challenge mindsets… so we’re good to stop there, right? If only. This week Ray and Paul discuss the very important step that comes after skill development: Generalizing. They discuss their processes for helping clients take what’s being worked on in the therapy office and applying it into everyday life with diverse environments- to make the biggest difference. Please enjoy this Practice in Action episode: A Crash Course in Generalization.

What if we told you there is a population that makes up roughly 16-20% of students, and it’s one that we don’t acknowledge or provide adequate support for. These children are ones who fall into the gap between normative academic achievement and meeting requirements for special needs support. This week Ray and Paul have the pleasure of talking with Dr. Steven Shaw on this topic and reviewing his new book: Reaching and Teaching Students Who Don’t Qualify For Special Education, Strategies For The Inclusive Education Of Diverse Learners. With the plethora of valuable information, we were only able to discuss two of his chapters on Executive Functioning and Academic Motivation. We hope that you take away as much as we did in this Masters in Practice episode: Supporting Children with Low Academic Achievement with Dr. Steven Shaw.

Case Conceptualization… what even is it? Why is it important? These two questions are what Ray and Paul seek to answer in today’s episode. They discuss the underlying principles that drive this important process, what the benefits are when it is done well, and visit a tailor in cheap suits. Please enjoy this Practice in Action episode: Case Conceptualization- What is it Good For? Absolutely Everything!

Case Conceptualization… what even is it? Why is it important? These two questions are what Ray and Paul seek to answer in today’s episode. They discuss the underlying principles that drive this important process, what the benefits are when it is done well, and visit a tailor in cheap suits. Please enjoy this Practice in Action episode: Case Conceptualization- What is it Good For? Absolutely Everything!

Tik Tok… whether you love it or hate it, it’s here to stay. So how do we adapt to the world of Tik Tok and work to get the most out of it? That’s what Ray and Paul seek to answer. They discuss their prior reservations with using the platform, what changed their minds, and the benefits of the platform for the future. Also, they may have made a Tik Tok! So swipe up and listen to this Living Psyched episode: Tik Tok You Don’t Stop.

Selective Mutism… or rather Social Communication Anxiety Disorder is the topic on the table in this week’s episode of the Psyched to Practice Podcast. Ray and Paul learn from the best as they have the opportunity to talk with Dr. Elisa Shipon-Blum on this misunderstood diagnosis. We explore the stages, understand the “whys”, and uncover ways to help these individuals first develop comfort in communication. We hope you enjoy this Masters in Practice episode: Selective Mutism.

Sure, we’ve heard how using improv and metaphors in therapy can be beneficial, but what does it even look like?… Well we’re happy you asked. In this episode Ray and Paul share a more intervention focused conversation, reviewing how they improv with games and metaphors to better connect with the interventions and skills that help most. Together they work to connect the theories in a meaningful way, and try to have some fun. We hope you enjoy this Practice in Action episode: 1… Huston We Have Improv!

Improv, Metaphor, and connections are themes that have been consistent undertones for the Psyched to Practice Podcast, and in today’s episode we draw a bit more attention to this. Ray and Paul share their first experiences with using these improv and metaphors, the importance of a strong theoretical concept, and how when paired together allows our clients to connect to the what helps and produces better outcomes. So sit back, grab your white boards, and get ready to connect in this Practice in Action episode: Ready for Improv in 3… 2…

This week on the Psyched to Practice Podcast, we prepare for an upcoming episode focusing on improv and metaphors as interventions. We wanted to take a moment and look back at some of the catalysts for this concept. This week we listen in to some of our past guest episodes that highlight these. We hear from Dr. Robert Freidberg in our CBT for Children episode, Dr. Michael Alcée in our Therapeutic Improv episode, and Dr. Simon Reno, Dr. Kristin Szuhany, Dr. Sandra Pimentel, and Dr. Jason Von Stietz in our Pop-Culture Metaphors in Therapy episode. These have much more to offer and what we hear this week is just a sampling of the insight that these incredible individuals have to offer. So please enjoy this Practice in Action Episode: Improv… Metaphor… Well Whatever it is, it’s Working!

We are excited to announce a new series that we are adding to the Psyched to Practice Podcast lineup. Living Psyched! In these episodes, Ray and Paul will step away from the focused conversations on clinical practice and have some broader talks on general mental health topics. Our goal is to share good, applicable information in our traditional conversational way. We want everyone to be Living Psyched! We start this series with a very important topic that is near and dear to both of us and everyone has had some experience on either side of: Parenting. We discuss the roles of a parent, the goals that we as parents should be striving for, and how do we know if we’re being effective. We hope you enjoy the latest episode of the Psyched to Practice Podcast in our first Living Psyched episode: Parenting 101.

This week on the Psyched to Practice Podcast we immerse ourselves in the topic of Suicide in Schools with expert in the field Dr. Terri Erbacher. Ray and Paul learn about the multi-staged process of protecting our youth and the interventions that are most effective in doing this. From the importance of self care to the process of upstreaming, we cover a wide range of ways that clinicians can be more effective in this crucial role. Please enjoy this Masters in Practice episode Suicide in Schools with Dr. Terri Erbacher.