Psychotherapy and Applied Psychology

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• Clinical Training, Supervision, and the Limits of Suicide Risk Prediction: Listener Feedback 07.07.2026 29min

  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! Podcast contact page Referenced Episodes Ep 66 : Artificial Intelligence and Mental Health: A New Frontier with Dr. Tony Rousmaniere & Dr. Alexandre Vaz Ep...
• Loss Chasing, Sports Betting, And Online Gambling with Dr. Luke Clark 30.06.2026 40min

  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, parti...
• What Makes Gambling Addictive with Dr. Luke Clark 23.06.2026 41min

  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 examin...
• Palliative Psychiatry, MAID, and Moral Disagreement with Dr. Daniel Buchman 16.06.2026 51min

  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 ...
• What is Palliative Psychiatry with Dr. Daniel Buchman 07.06.2026 50min

  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 t...
• Challenging Beliefs without Challenging Faith with Dr. Stevan Lars Nielsen 02.06.2026 1val 2min

  Part 2 with Dr. Stevan Lars Nielsen, a Clinical Professor and psychologist at Brigham Young University, jointly affiliated with Counseling Psychology and Special Education and Counseling and Psychological Services at Brigham Young University. Part 2 begins with Dr. Nielsen addressing the challenges therapists face when navigating religious beliefs and the influence of religious leaders on clients' emotional well-being. He dives into the complexities of grief, the role of psychotherapists in a...
• When Religion Enters the Therapy Room with Dr. Stevan Lars Nielsen 26.05.2026 44min

  Dr. Stevan Lars Nielsen -- a Clinical Professor and psychologist at Brigham Young University, jointly affiliated with Counseling Psychology and Special Education and Counseling and Psychological Services at Brigham Young University -- joins the show! Dr. Nielsen shares his journey into psychotherapy, emphasizing the importance of addressing religious beliefs in therapy. He highlights the challenges therapists face when discussing religion with clients, the impact of beliefs on emotional well...
• Bad Therapy, Better Training, and the Promise of AI 19.05.2026 38min

  Dan responds to listener feedback on topics including AI in psychotherapy, therapy experiences, mental health classification systems, and therapist training. He shares his insights, personal stories, and discusses future directions in mental health practice and research in psychotherapy. Podcast contact page https://psychotherapyandappliedpsychology.com/contact.html HiTOP website https://www.hitop-system.org/ The Practitioner’s Guide to the Alternative Model for Personality Disorders — Guilfo...
• Why Suicidal Thoughts Don’t Always Lead to Action with Dr. David Klonsky (Encore) 12.05.2026 1val 7min

  Revisit our conversation with Dr. David Klonsky, Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of British Columbia studying suicide, the parsimonious models of suicide, and the better understanding of suicide motivations and warning signs. Dr. Klonsky dives deep into the Three-Step Theory of Suicide, explaining why some people consider suicide and some attempt suicide. He shares his experience in martial arts and how it has influenced his understanding of the mental and emotiona...
• How to Scale Mental Health Care Without Losing the Science with Dr. Soo Jeong Youn 05.05.2026 52min

  In part 2 with Dr. Soo Jeong Youn, she highlights the evolving metrics for patient engagement and the critical factors that contribute to the success of health startups. Dan and Dr. Soo Jeong Youn discusses the rigorous vetting process for mental health products, the adaptation of these products for diverse patient needs, and the importance of research and data in developing effective treatments. Then, Dr. Soo Jeong Youn shares insights from her experience at Equip Health, focusing on compreh...
• When Research Gets Closer to Practice with Dr. Soo Jeong Youn 28.04.2026 46min

  In this episode, Dan is joined by Dr. Soo Jeong Youn, a clinical psychologist and Research Director for Equip. Dr. Soo Jeong Youn shares her early interests in mental health, the discovery of the therapeutic alliance, and her transition to psychotherapy process research. She covers her experiences in graduate school, the significance of implementation science, and the impact of COVID-19 on mental health services, leading to innovations in the private sector. Then, Dan and Dr. Soo Jeong Youn d...
• How to Make Therapy Work for More People with Dr. Pim Cuijpers 21.04.2026 44min

  Dr. Pim Cuijpers returns! In part two, Dan and Dr. Cuijpers explore the evolving landscape of psychotherapy, particularly in the context of AI and digital tools. They discuss the risks and benefits of AI in therapy, the importance of simplifying psychotherapy, and the need for effective training for therapists. Dr. Cuijpers emphasizes the significance of understanding the mechanisms behind psychotherapy and the necessity for large-scale research to improve treatment outcomes. Then, Dr. Cuijpe...
• How Psychotherapy Actually Gets Better with Dr. Pim Cuijpers 14.04.2026 35min

  Our guest this week is Dr. Pim Cuijpers, director of the WHO Collaborating Centre for Research and Dissemination of Psychological Interventions in Amsterdam and professor emeritus of Clinical Psychology at the Department of Clinical, Neuro and Developmental Psychology, Amsterdam Public Health Research Institute. Dan and Dr. Cuijpers explore the evolution of psychotherapy, focusing on the importance of prevention, the challenges in accessing therapy, and the need for innovation in treatment me...
• So... I Made a Website! 07.04.2026 3min

  Check out the one-stop shop to access all past Psychotherapy & Applied Psychology podcasts and videos and to get even more from the show! Visit psychotherapyandappliedpsychology.com! Send us Fan Mail For more episodes, video versions, updates, and links related to the show visit: https://psychotherapyandappliedpsychology.com/
• What Happens in Psychedelic Therapy with Dr. Jason Luoma 31.03.2026 35min

  In part 2 of the conversation with Dr. Luoma, he and Dan discuss the complexities of psychedelic research, including the regulatory hurdles and safety requirements that can complicate and increase costs. Dr. Luoma explores the promising psychedelics currently under investigation, such as psilocybin and MDMA, and emphasizes the importance of integration in making psychedelic experiences meaningful. Finally, Dr. Luoma gives an overview of the Portland Institute for Psychedelic Science, which ai...
• Psychedelics, Psychotherapy, and What Actually Helps with Dr. Jason Luoma 24.03.2026 29min

  Dan welcomes Dr. Jason Luoma: a researcher, practitioner, and co-founder of the Portland Institute for Psychadelic Science; the Portland Psychotherapy Clinic, Research, and Training Center; & host of the Research Matters Podcast. Dr. Louma sheds light on the the emerging field of psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy, exploring its potential to help individuals struggling with deep shame and self-hatred. He highlights the importance of context in administering psychedelics, the critica...
• How to Keep a Mental Health Tool Alive with Dr. John Ogrodniczuk 17.03.2026 31min

  Dan is joined by Dr. John Ogrodniczuk, a Professor of Psychiatry and Director of the UBC Psychotherapy Program and founder of HeadsUpGuys.org. In part 2 of this conversation with Dr. John Ogrodniczuk, Dan and Dr. Ogrodniczuk dive into the operational aspects of running HeadsUpGuys.org, including team dynamics and funding challenges. Dr. Ogrodniczuk discusses the evolution of the site, the importance of community support, and the role of staff with lived experience. Then, Dr. Ogrodniczuk share...
• Building a Mental Health Tool People Actually Use: The Making of HeadsUpGuys.org with Dr. John Ogrodniczuk 10.03.2026 33min

  Dan is joined by Dr. John Ogrodniczuk, a Professor of Psychiatry and Director of the UBC Psychotherapy Program and founder of HeadsUpGuys.org. In the first episode of 2026, Dan and Dr. Ogrodniczuk discuss the inception and evolution of HeadsUpGuys.org, a men's mental health resource. Dr. Ogrodniczuk explains the importance of the website which creates a welcoming and anonymous space for men seeking help, the significance of the user experience, and the development of the site's self-guided co...
• Emotional Arousal & Meaning Making with Dr. Antonio Pascual-Leone 09.12.2025 54min

  Dr. Antonio Pascual-Leone picks up from last episode to discuss the intricate relationship between emotional arousal and therapeutic processes. He emphasizes the importance of understanding emotional arousal not just as a standalone phenomenon but as a part of a broader context that includes meaning-making and narrative. Then, Dan and Dr. Pascual-Leone dive into the sequential transformation of emotions, highlighting how the order of emotional experiences can significantly impact therapeutic ...
• Unraveling Emotional Change with Dr. Antonio Pascual-Leone 02.12.2025 53min

  Welcome back! Dan is joined once again by Dr. Antonio Pascual-Leone, clinical psychologist and professor of psychology at the University of Windsor, Canada. In this episode, Dr. Pascual-Leone emphasizes the importance of empirical research over hunches in developing therapeutic approaches. He covers the non-linear process of writing a book, the five principles of emotion change, and the significance of reducing intensity, noticing feelings, and expressing emotions. Then, Dan and Dr. Pascual-L...