• Psychotherapy and Applied Psychology: Conversations with research experts about mental health and psychotherapy for those interested in research, practice, and training

  • Written by: Dr. Daniel W Cox
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Psychotherapy and Applied Psychology: Conversations with research experts about mental health and psychotherapy for those interested in research, practice, and training

Written by: Dr. Daniel W Cox
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  • Psychotherapy and Applied Psychology is hosted by Dr. Dan Cox, a professor at the University of British Columbia.

    This show delivers engaging discussions with the world's foremost research experts for listeners interested in or practicing psychotherapy or counseling to provide expert insights and practical advice into mental health, psychotherapy practice, and clinical training.

    This podcast provides valuable insights whether you are interested in psychotherapy, an applied psychology discipline such as clinical psychology, counseling psychology, or school psychology; or a related discipline such as psychiatry, social work, nursing, or marriage and family therapy.

    If you want to learn about cutting edge research, improve your psychotherapy/counseling practice, explore innovative therapeutic techniques, or expand your mental health knowledge, you are in the right place.


    This show will provide answers to questions like:

    *How will technology influence psychotherapy?
    *How effective is teletherapy (online psychotherapy) compared to in-person psychotherapy?
    *How can psychotherapists better support clients from diverse cultural backgrounds?
    *How can we measure client outcomes in psychotherapy?
    *What are the latest evidence-based practices?
    *What are the implications of attachment on psychotherapy?
    *How can therapists modify treatment to a specific client?
    *How can we use technology to improve psychotherapy training?
    *What are the most critical skills to develop during psychotherapy training?
    *How can psychotherapists improve their interpersonal and communication skills?
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  • Companionship Over Compliance: Rethinking Mental Health Support for Trans Communities with Dr. Stephanie Budge

    Companionship Over Compliance: Rethinking Mental Health Support for Trans Communities with Dr. Stephanie Budge
    Feb 25 2025

    Dan is joined by Dr. Stephanie Budge, Professor and the Director of Clinical Training in the Department of Counseling Psychology at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

    Part two of Dan's conversation with Dr. Budge delves into the complexities of minority stress, particularly for transgender individuals, and the therapeutic approaches that can help mitigate its effects. The conversation moves to the importance of psychoeducation, the role of internalized stigma, and the innovative frameworks like radical healing that aim to empower marginalized communities and the evolving nature of referral letters in the context of informed consent.

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    40 mins
  • Key Principles for Therapists Working with Trans Clients with Dr. Stephanie Budge

    Key Principles for Therapists Working with Trans Clients with Dr. Stephanie Budge
    Feb 18 2025

    Dan is joined by Dr. Stephanie Budge, Professor and the Director of Clinical Training in Counseling Psychology at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

    In this conversation, Dr. Budge discusses her journey into the field of psychology, focusing on bisexuality and the need for better mental health support for trans individuals. She shares her experiences in academia, the challenges faced in researching LGBTQ+ topics, and the importance of trans affirmative therapy. Dan and Dr. Budge discuss essential terminology, the ethical considerations in therapy, and practical advice for therapists working with trans clients, emphasizing the need for understanding, practice, and balance in therapeutic relationships.


    Special Guest: Dr. Stephanie Budge

    Practice with Pronouns

    World Professional Association for Transgender Health Standards of Care

    GALUP: The Gender Affirming Letter Access Project

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    🎞️ Video version of the show@PsychotherapyAppliedPsychology on YouTube
    🛜 Check out the website: Listen to every episode on your podcast player of choice

    Connect with Dan
    ☏ Leave a voice message on Speakpipe
    🔗 LinkedIn
    📬 TheAppliedPsychologyPodcast@gmail.com

    🦋@danielwcox.bsky.social
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    34 mins
  • Understanding Responsiveness in Psychotherapy with Dr. William (Bill) Stiles

    Understanding Responsiveness in Psychotherapy with Dr. William (Bill) Stiles
    Feb 11 2025

    Dr. Bill Stiles returns to the show to continue the discussion on understanding responsiveness in psychotherapy.

    Dr. Stiles discusses the Fever Model in therapy, emphasizing the relationship between client disclosures and therapeutic outcomes. He explores how depression can impede the natural process of disclosure, which is often an adaptive response to psychological distress. Then, Dan and Dr. Stiles delve into the complexities of responsiveness in therapy, the challenges faced by novice therapists, and the importance of theory building through case studies.

    Special Guest: Dr. William Stiles

    Additional Resources:

    Stiles, W. B. (2021). Responsiveness in psychotherapy research: Problems and ways forward. In J. C. Watson & H. Wiseman (Eds), The responsive psychotherapist: Attuning to clients in the moment (pp. 15-35). Washington, DC: APA Books. https://doi.org/10.1037/0000240-002

    Stiles, W. B. (2009). Logical operations in theory-building case studies. Pragmatic Case Studies in Psychotherapy, 5(3), 9-22. https://doi.org/10.14713/pcsp.v5i3.973. Available: http://jrul.libraries.rutgers.edu/index.php/pcsp/article/view/973

    Stiles, W. B. (2017). Theory-building case studies. In D. Murphy (Ed.), Counselling psychology: A textbook for study and practice (pp. 439-452). Chichester, UK: Wiley.

    Stiles, W. B. (2011). Coming to terms. Psychotherapy Research, 21, 367-384. https://doi.org/10.1080/10503307.2011.582186

    Stiles, W. B. (1992). Describing talk: A taxonomy of verbal response modes. Newbury Park, CA: Sage.

    Stiles, W. B., Shapiro, D. A., & Elliott, R. (1986). "Are all psychotherapies equivalent?" American Psychologist, 41, 165-180.

    Stiles, W. B., Barkham, M., Mellor-Clark, J., & Connell, J. (2008). Effectiveness of cognitive-behavioural, person-centred, and psychodynamic therapies in UK primary care routine practice: Replication in a larger sample. Psychological Medicine, 38, 677–688. Published online 10 September 2007, https://doi.org/10.1017/S0033291707001511.

    Stiles, W. B. (1987). "I have to talk to somebody." A fever model of disclosure. In V. J. Derlega & J. H. Berg (Eds.), Self-disclosure: Theory, research, and therapy (pp. 257-282). New York: Plenum Press.

    Stiles, W. B., Honos-Webb, L., & Surko, M. (1998). Responsiveness in psychotherapy. Clinical Psychology: Science and Practice, 5, 439-458.

    Stiles, W. B., (in preparation). How talking helps: The assimilation model.

    💬 Click here to text the show!

    🎞️ Video version of the show@PsychotherapyAppliedPsychology on YouTube
    🛜 Check out the website: Listen to every episode on your podcast player of choice

    Connect with Dan
    ☏ Leave a voice message on Speakpipe
    🔗 LinkedIn
    📬 TheAppliedPsychologyPodcast@gmail.com

    🦋@danielwcox.bsky.social
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    49 mins

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