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Essential professional development and CEU training for mental health clinicians, supervisors, and graduate students In an era where 16.9 million Americans reported serious thoughts of suicide in 2024, mental health professionals need evidence-based tools that actually work. In a recent conversation on The Self-Carepist Therapist Podcast, Dr. David Jobes shared insights from his 40+ years […]

One of the most powerful insights of Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy is this: you’re not one unified self. You’re a system of different “parts”—aspects of your personality that each have their own perspectives, feelings, and roles. If that sounds strange, you’re not alone. Most of us have been taught to think of ourselves as […]

Evidence-based trauma therapy for PTSD, emotional trauma, and childhood adversity What Is the NeuroSequential Model? The Neuro-Sequential Model, developed by renowned trauma expert Dr. Bruce Perry, represents a paradigm shift in how we understand and treat trauma. Unlike traditional approaches that focus primarily on symptoms, the NSM recognizes that how our brain develops depends on our […]

Starting therapy can feel intimidating, especially when you’re not sure what to expect. If you’re considering Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy, you might be wondering: What actually happens in that first session? Will I be expected to dive into painful memories right away? What if I don’t “do it right”? Let me walk you through […]

Understanding Teen Anxiety in a Changing World Teen anxiety has become one of the most common mental health concerns facing families today. Between academic pressure, social media comparison, post-pandemic developmental delays, and a culture that rewards constant performance, many teens are living in a near-constant state of overwhelm. In this episode of The Self Careapist […]

on The Self Careapist Podcast Summary In this episode of The Self Careapist Therapist Podcast, Lorain talks with Dr. Robyn Walser and Darrah Westrup about their new book, You Are Not Your Trauma, and how Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people move beyond symptom reduction toward a values-driven life. We cover what ACT is, […]

In this episode of The Self Careapist Podcast, Dr. Hilary Hurst Bush shares insights from the upcoming Motivation Mindset Workbook (Guilford Press), inspired by Dr. Ellen Braaten’s Bright Kids Who Couldn’t Care Less. Together they explore the APP Model — Aptitude, Pleasure, Practice, a compassionate and science-based framework for understanding what truly drives motivation in […]

Even seasoned clinicians lose their cool sometimes. Alissa names the pressure many parents feel to respond flawlessly and reframes “blow-it moments” as golden opportunities to practice. When we stop trying to control our child’s feelings—or our own—and instead focus on how we show up, we model emotional literacy and repair. Key reframe: You cannot fully […]

Innovative crisis care systems are reshaping how we approach mental health emergencies. Kevin Curtis, administrator at the Huntsman Mental Health Crisis Care Center, joins the Self Careapist Podcast to reveal how questioning outdated systems creates pathways to transformative care. Removing the Wallet Biopsy: Access Without Barriers Traditional crisis centers begin with what Kevin calls the […]

AuDHD: When Autism and ADHD Overlap in Therapy and Identity For decades, autism was seen through a narrow lens that often missed the vibrant complexity of real people. In this episode of The Self Careapist Podcast, Lorain Moorehead, LCSW, speaks with world-renowned experts Dr. Tony Attwood and Dr. Michelle Garnett to explore what happens when […]