The Symmetry Sessions

In this episode, I talk to Katja Cahoon, a licensed clinical social worker, certified EMDR therapist, and Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapist about the benefits of using ketamine-assisted psychotherapy for a variety of mental health issues. We'll discuss how it works, what sessions would look like, as well as how safe it is, and why it might be an effective choice for people who

In this episode, Dr. Danielle Taylor licensed psychologist returns to talk about how to differentiate whether someone is a friend or someone is a frenemy. Who enjoys it when bad things happen to you? Who is happy for you when things are good? How do we get caught up in frenemy relationships? Do you have the boundaries you need in place to foster healthier dynamics? We'll dive

In this episode, I talk to Dan Zia Joseph, former businessman turned army veteran turned researcher and author, about his new book Backpack to Rucksack: Insight into Leadership & Resilience By Military Experts. We'll discuss leadership psychology, mental health, and resilience in and out of the military. We will also examine how good leadership and caring for people as hum

In this episode, I talk to Dr. Danielle Taylor licensed psychologist, nationally certified school psychologist, Chief Operating Officer at Spectrum360, and Psychologist at Evolve Psychological Services about how our frame of reference influences our work as therapists and the development of the models we use as well as how some therapeutic approaches fall short because of a lack of

In this episode, I talk to Athena McDowall, licensed social worker, military veteran, Walk Coordinator for the Philadelphia NEDA Walk, ambassador for the Eating Disorder Coalition, and volunteer for SeaWaves Inc. about eating disorders in the military and what needs to happen in order to create a healthier culture in the armed forces. We'll talk about the things that we saw th

In this episode, I talk to Beau Laviolette, licensed clinical social worker, IFS and EMDR trainer, IFS Healing Corps co-founder, and fellow military veteran about The Warriors’ Retreat program and what veterans (or anyone else) can gain from gathering together to process emotions in nature. To find out more about the work Beau does and to find out more about the IFS Healing Corps

In this episode, I talk to Kyrus Keenan Westcott, a motivational influencer, mental health advocate, and "neurospicy humorist" about living with ADHD as an adult and the intersection of mental health and humor. We'll discuss using relatable humor to bring awareness and start hard conversations about mental health.To follow or contact Kyrus visit thevibewithky.com and

In this episode, I welcome back my best friend, Susanna Morse to talk to me about the importance of finding whimsy and play in adult life. We will explore why it's important and what it adds to a life that is often overtaken by tech and stress.The Artist's Way: 30th Anniversary Edition (Anniversary) byJulia Cameron bookshop.org/a/79007/9780143129257Miranda's Fruit Fr

In this episode, I talk to Sarah Temel, personal growth consultant, IFS practitioner, and certified apprentice through the Forrest Center for Evolutionary Astrology about IFS (Internal Family Systems Therapy)-inspired astrology. We will discuss what evolutionary astrology is, and how its integration with IFS can be used as a tool for guiding people to a deeper internal understandin

In this episode, I talk to Stuart Lynd, licensed professional counselor and board-certified music therapist, about the transformative and healing powers of music and its positive benefits to our mental and physical health. To get connected to Stu Lynd, LPC, MT-BC visit www.linkedin.com/in/stuart-lynd-16999b52/ or www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/stuart-lynd-clementon-nj/882393