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  • Family Estrangement: The Space Between Love & Self-Protection with Dafna Lender (284)

    Family Estrangement: The Space Between Love & Self-Protection with Dafna Lender (284)
    Nov 4 2025
    Dr. Ann Kelley is joined LIVE from Psychotherapy Networker with Dafna Lender, to explore the complex dynamics of parent-child estrangement. Focusing on the emotional and psychological impacts of cutting off family relationships, together they highlight the cultural influences that contribute to these estrangements, the therapeutic perspectives on navigating such situations, and the importance of empathy and boundaries in managing family dynamics. This conversation is about learning to hold both empathy and boundaries - understanding why someone might step away, and how to stay grounded and compassionate in the process. It’s an honest look at the heartbreak, the healing, and the hope that can emerge when families face difficult truths. View the full episode shownotes at TherapistUncensored.com/TU284
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    56 min
  • Autism in Polyvagal Terms with Dr. Sean Inderbitzen (283)

    Autism in Polyvagal Terms with Dr. Sean Inderbitzen (283)
    Oct 21 2025
    Join host Sue Marriott and guest Dr. Sean Inderbitzen - an autistic psychotherapist and advocate for neurodiversity - as he shares his powerful personal and professional journey in understanding autism. Together, they explore the evolution of autism diagnosis, the intersections between attachment and neurodivergence, and how polyvagal theory can both illuminate and complicate the autistic experience. Dr. Inderbitzen offers insights on self-diagnosis, identity formation, and what truly person-centered therapy looks like for autistic individuals. This conversation highlights the central role of trust, safety, and authentic connection in helping neurodivergent clients thrive. You can view the full shownotes at TherapistUncensored.com/TU283.
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    1 h et 4 min
  • Storytelling as Medicine: Decolonizing Therapy with José Rosario (282)

    Storytelling as Medicine: Decolonizing Therapy with José Rosario (282)
    Oct 7 2025
    José Rosario shares the transformative role of storytelling in healing and liberation. He invites therapists to move beyond traditional coping frameworks and embrace radical healing - an approach that centers cultural wisdom, intersectional identity, and community empowerment. Together, Sue and José discuss how clinicians can respond to hate-based violence, recognize collective trauma, and actively dismantle systems of harm. José also shares his personal journey toward self-acceptance and the playful practices that sustain his work, offering inspiration for those seeking to uplift marginalized voices through creativity and connection. Listen to the full episode now at TherapistUncensored.com/TU282
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    56 min
  • Saving Relationships in a Polarized World: Bill Doherty on Citizen Therapists & Political Healing (281)

    Saving Relationships in a Polarized World: Bill Doherty on Citizen Therapists & Political Healing (281)
    Sep 23 2025
    Dr. Ann Kelley sits down with Dr. Bill Doherty to explore the idea of “Citizen Therapists” and how therapists — and all of us — can help bridge divides in a polarized world. Together, they dive into discernment counseling for couples on the brink of divorce, the groundbreaking work of Braver Angels in fostering dialogue across political differences, and the skills we all need for hard but healing conversations. This conversation highlights the power of curiosity, respectful boundaries, and understanding - whether in our closest relationships or across society. View the full episode show notes at TherapistUncensored.com/TU281
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    1 h et 11 min
  • Bonus – Harnessing “Genius Energy”: The Art of Wise Effort for Growth with Dr. Diana Hill (280)

    Bonus – Harnessing “Genius Energy”: The Art of Wise Effort for Growth with Dr. Diana Hill (280)
    Sep 16 2025
    Ann Kelley and Diana Hill dive into the concept of wise effort and its impact on how we manage our energy in both personal and professional life. They explore the difference between life force energy and anxiety, the role of emotional sensitivity, and why community resilience matters. Diana shares insights on how to wisely channel your “genius energy,” break free from stuck patterns, and cultivate compassionate connections that support growth and balance. Listen to the full episode at TherapistUncensored.com/TU280
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    12 min
  • Where Entrepreneurship Meets Therapy with Benjamin Fry (279)

    Where Entrepreneurship Meets Therapy with Benjamin Fry (279)
    Sep 9 2025
    Benjamin Fry, a mental health professional and founder of Khiron Clinics, joins Sue Marriott as he shares his personal journey through trauma and how his experiences shaped his personal and professional approach to therapy. From the establishment of his clinic to innovative treatment modalities like EMDR and somatic experiencing, his work further led to the introduction of the PhysioCam, a tool designed to help clients visualize their nervous system states. With the ever-evolving world of technology and mental health, together they emphasize the importance of psychoeducation and accessibility in mental health care, aiming to provide hope and resources for those in need. View the full episode's shownotes at TherapistUncensored.com/TU279
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  • Bonus – Feel It to Heal It, Continued: Applying the Science of Interoception (278)

    Bonus – Feel It to Heal It, Continued: Applying the Science of Interoception (278)
    Sep 2 2025
    In this half of the conversation, Rebecca Kase and the Sue dig deeper into the concept of interoception, emphasizing its significance in therapy and personal well-being. They discuss how our physiological states influence our narratives and the importance of breath in regulating these states. From the roles of implicit and explicit memory in shaping our experiences to how adaptive and maladaptive memories affect our mental health, they highlight therapeutic approaches to updating narratives and the journey of healing and resilience, providing practical tools for therapists and resources for further learning. View the full episode shownotes at TherapistUncensored.com/TU278
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    14 min
  • Why Diets Don’t Work—and What to Do Instead with Judith Matz (277)

    Why Diets Don’t Work—and What to Do Instead with Judith Matz (277)
    Aug 26 2025
    Dr. Ann Kelley and expert Judith Matz unpack the complex relationship between dieting, emotional eating, body image, and weight stigma. Together they challenge conventional views on weight and health, emphasizing that fitness matters more than the number on the scale, and explores why most diets fail both psychologically and physiologically. They also cover the historical roots of fatphobia, the dangers of weight bias in healthcare, and the rise of weight loss drugs like Ozempic. Judith highlights the importance of attuned eating, informed consent, and compassionate care, offering a weight-inclusive approach to healing our relationship with food and body. View full episode shownotes at TherapistUncensored.com/TU277
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    1 h et 14 min