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You have a client who shows up on time, follows every recommendation, never floods in session, and still isn’t getting better. Their presenting concern might be chronic depression, a restrictive eating disorder, or persistent anxiety. On paper, they look like a good therapy candidate. In practice, something keeps not landing. Radically Open DBT was developed […]

Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) is a trauma treatment modality that clients are requesting by name right now, and most clinicians still haven’t heard of it. In a recent episode of Self Careapist Therapist Podcast, I sat down with Laney Rosenzweig, the licensed marriage and family therapist who developed ART after nearly three decades in the […]

Mindfulness, Intuition, and Continuing Education for Therapists I’m Lorain Moorehead, LCSW, an EMDR Certified Consultant, clinical supervisor, and host of The Self Careapist Therapist Podcast. My work centers continued learning, ethical clinical practice, and sustainable careers for therapists who value depth, nuance, and practical tools they can use in the therapy room. Mindfulness, intuition, and […]

If you’re a therapist who listens to podcasts for inspiration and to integrate what you’ve learned, this one is for you. Over the past year on The Self Careapist Therapist Podcast, I got to sit down with experts in trauma, OCD, psychosis recovery, ACT, neurodivergence, grief, attachment, and relational systems. From there, with a little […]

Therapists and mental health professionals are busier than ever, balancing client care, professional growth, and their own well-being. Podcasts have become one of the most accessible ways to stay informed, learn new modalities, and hear from voices that inspire. Whether you’re on your morning commute or winding down after sessions, the right podcast can deliver […]

Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) is often misunderstood, misdiagnosed, or entirely overlooked—especially in clinical settings that rely heavily on surface-level behavioral presentations. In this episode of The Self Careapist Podcast, psychologist Dr. Maylin Griffiths unpacks what PDA really looks like and how clinicians can get curious when the puzzle pieces don’t fit. Whether you’re working in […]

We’ve all heard someone say, “I’m so OCD” because they like a clean desk or color-coded closet. But as Dr. Liz McIngvale explains in this episode, that phrase is not only inaccurate, it’s harmful and dismissive. OCD isn’t about being neat. It’s a debilitating condition that demands specialized care. And the gold standard for that […]

What does it really take to help couples create lasting connection? In this episode, Dr. Marni Feuerman joins me to explore strengthening emotional bonds in couples therapy and highlighting her extensive training in both Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and the Gottman Method. Together, we examine how attachment, emotion, and experiential work shape real, enduring relationship […]

Psychosis is often described in clinical terms—hallucinations, delusions, disconnection. But what if we started the conversation with something radically different: a hopeful treatment for psychosis grounded in personal goals, meaningful relationships, and possibility? In this episode, Dr. Aaron Brinen shares how clinicians can support clients living with psychosis not by narrowing the focus to symptoms, […]

In this episode of The Self Careapist Therapist Podcast, I (Lorain Moorehead, LCSW) speak with trauma specialist Melissa Lapides, LMFT about complex trauma healing through mind-body approaches, exploring how early attachment wounds shape our relationships and the path to recovery. What Is Trauma Therapy? Understanding Complex Trauma Complex trauma healing through mind-body approaches is increasingly […]