Episode 46 : Festive Frenzy It's the season to stress and obsess. Dr Raffa addresses the December Depression brought about by the holiday season Welcome to Talk Therapy CBT | Conversation about Educating, Connecting, Helping Individuals to the World of Psychology. We would like to thanks our sponsor : Dr. Alba Raphaela, you can buy her book about : Breaking the Mirror : A Story & Guide on how to recognize and deal with a narcissist. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09HFRNWYC/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_3NW8E...
Dec 22, 2022•29 min•Ep. 46
Episode 45 : A Horse Walks into a Psychologist's Office This week on Talk Therapy CBT : On today's broadcast. The movie review that just wasn't, Dr. Raffa schools us on horse therapy 101 and Anthony pays tribute to Johnny Carson's "Carnac the Magnificent" Welcome to Talk Therapy CBT | Conversation about Educating, Connecting, Helping Individuals to the World of Psychology. We would like to thanks our sponsor : Dr. Alba Raphaela, you can buy her book about : Breaking the Mirror : A Story & Gu...
Dec 08, 2022•27 min•Ep. 45
Episode 44 : Personality Traits This week on Talk Therapy CBT : Dr. Raffa gives a rundown on the 16 personality traits using the Myers-Briggs indicator that was inspired by the teachings of Carl Jung. Welcome to Talk Therapy CBT | Conversation about Educating, Connecting, Helping Individuals to the World of Psychology. We would like to thanks our sponsor : Dr. Alba Raphaela, you can buy her book about : Breaking the Mirror : A Story & Guide on how to recognize and deal with a narcissist. htt...
Nov 24, 2022•36 min•Ep. 44
Episode 43 : Special Sibling Rivalry This week on Talk Therapy CBT : Dr. Raffa reviews the complications that siblings of special needs children may face and ways to help alleviate them. Welcome to Talk Therapy CBT | Conversation about Educating, Connecting, Helping Individuals to the World of Psychology. We would like to thanks our sponsor : Dr. Alba Raphaela, you can buy her book about : Breaking the Mirror : A Story & Guide on how to recognize and deal with a narcissist. https://www.amazo...
Nov 10, 2022•27 min•Ep. 43
Episode 42 : How Stoicism inspires CBT Dr. Raffa delves into Stoicism and how it provided the foundation for Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Welcome to Talk Therapy CBT | Conversation about Educating, Connecting, Helping Individuals to the World of Psychology. We would like to thanks our sponsor : Dr. Alba Raphaela, you can buy her book about : Breaking the Mirror : A Story & Guide on how to recognize and deal with a narcissist. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09HFRNWYC/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_3NW8EE01F8A6...
Oct 27, 2022•28 min•Ep. 42
Episode 41 : CBT at the movies "Don't Worry Darling" Dr. Raffa and Mr Danna share their thoughts on Olivia Wilde's Psychological Thriller in the theaters now Welcome to Talk Therapy CBT | Conversation about Educating, Connecting, Helping Individuals to the World of Psychology. We would like to thanks our sponsor : Dr. Alba Raphaela, you can buy her book about : Breaking the Mirror : A Story & Guide on how to recognize and deal with a narcissist. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09HFRNWYC/ref=cm_sw...
Oct 13, 2022•41 min•Ep. 41
Episode 40 : Therapeutic Pets Dr. Raffa gives input on the mental health benefits of having an emotional support animal. Welcome to Talk Therapy CBT | Conversation about Educating, Connecting, Helping Individuals to the World of Psychology. We would like to thanks our sponsor : Dr. Alba Raphaela, you can buy her book about : Breaking the Mirror : A Story & Guide on how to recognize and deal with a narcissist. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09HFRNWYC/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_3NW8EE01F8A6G4KGNW56 This pod...
Sep 29, 2022•39 min•Ep. 40
Episode 39 : The Other Side of Summer Dr. Raffa gives sound advice and the precepts necessary in helping families transition successfully from late summer into the fall months. Welcome to Talk Therapy CBT | Conversation about Educating, Connecting, Helping Individuals to the World of Psychology. We would like to thanks our sponsor : Dr. Alba Raphaela, you can buy her book about : Breaking the Mirror : A Story & Guide on how to recognize and deal with a narcissist. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B...
Sep 15, 2022•32 min•Ep. 39
Episode 38 : Dissecting Dexter Dr. Raffa analyzes Dexter Morgan's treatment and the authenticity of his Doctor in "Shrink Wrap" Season 1, Episode 10. Welcome to Talk Therapy CBT | Conversation about Educating, Connecting, Helping Individuals to the World of Psychology. We would like to thanks our sponsor : Dr. Alba Raphaela, you can buy her book about : Breaking the Mirror : A Story & Guide on how to recognize and deal with a narcissist. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09HFRNWYC/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_...
Sep 01, 2022•34 min•Ep. 38
Episode 37 : Act Like You Know Dr. Raffa weights in on how her patients can begin to accept their hardship and commit to making behavioral changes with the use of ACT techniques Welcome to Talk Therapy CBT | Conversation about Educating, Connecting, Helping Individuals to the World of Psychology. We would like to thanks our sponsor : Dr. Alba Raphaela, you can buy her book about : Breaking the Mirror : A Story & Guide on how to recognize and deal with a narcissist. https://www.amazon.com/dp/...
Aug 18, 2022•41 min•Ep. 37
CBT at the Movies Part 4: Shutter Island Dr. Raffa discusses the characters and psychology behind the movie "Shutter Island" Welcome to Talk Therapy CBT | Conversation about Educating, Connecting, Helping Individuals to the World of Psychology. We would like to thanks our sponsor : Dr. Alba Raphaela, you can buy her book about : Breaking the Mirror : A Story & Guide on how to recognize and deal with a narcissist. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09HFRNWYC/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_3NW8EE01F8A6G4KGNW56 This...
Aug 04, 2022•36 min•Ep. 36
Episode 35 : Mental Health Blend Dr. Raffa answers questions from the audience that range from the anxious, the negative and the toxic. Welcome to Talk Therapy CBT | Conversation about Educating, Connecting, Helping Individuals to the World of Psychology. We would like to thanks our sponsor : Dr. Alba Raphaela, you can buy her book about : Breaking the Mirror : A Story & Guide on how to recognize and deal with a narcissist. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09HFRNWYC/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_3NW8EE01F8A6G4...
Jul 21, 2022•29 min•Ep. 35
Episode 34 : All Work and No Play Dr. Raffa discusses the importance of developing and maintaining a healthy work/life balance, and the essentials that are needed to do so. Welcome to Talk Therapy CBT | Conversation about Educating, Connecting, Helping Individuals to the World of Psychology. We would like to thanks our sponsor : Dr. Alba Raphaela, you can buy her book about : Breaking the Mirror : A Story & Guide on how to recognize and deal with a narcissist. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09HF...
Jul 07, 2022•22 min•Ep. 34
Episode 33 : Healthy Relationship Dr. Raffa skims the surface for what is and isn't necessary to have a healthy relationship with a significant other Welcome to Talk Therapy CBT | Conversation about Educating, Connecting, Helping Individuals to the World of Psychology. We would like to thanks our sponsor : Dr. Alba Raphaela, you can buy her book about : Breaking the Mirror : A Story & Guide on how to recognize and deal with a narcissist. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09HFRNWYC/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_...
Jun 23, 2022•23 min•Ep. 33
Episode 32 : Woke Up This Morning Dr. Raffa scratches the surface on the therapeutic treatment of one of the most iconic characters in television history, Tony Soprano. We discuss and analyze Tony's condition and Dr. Melfi's treatment. Welcome to Talk Therapy CBT | Conversation about Educating, Connecting, Helping Individuals to the World of Psychology. We would like to thanks our sponsor : Dr. Alba Raphaela, you can buy her book about : Breaking the Mirror : A Story & Guide on how to recogn...
Jun 09, 2022•27 min•Ep. 32
Episode 31 : Good Morning, It's Not A Greeting But A Decision Dr. Raffa invites special guest Catarina Martins LPC from Inner Balance to discuss Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy (REBT) Welcome to Talk Therapy CBT | Conversation about Educating, Connecting, Helping Individuals to the World of Psychology. We would like to thanks our sponsor : Dr. Alba Raphaela, you can buy her book about : Breaking the Mirror : A Story & Guide on how to recognize and deal with a narcissist. https://www.amaz...
May 26, 2022•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 31
Episode 30 : CBT At The Movies Dr Raffa analyzes "Good Will Hunting", conveying her insight into the portrayal of psychologist Sean Maguire played by Robin Williams Welcome to Talk Therapy CBT | Conversation about Educating, Connecting, Helping Individuals to the World of Psychology. This podcast is sponsored by ( https://www.innerbalancepsychology.com/ ) - Inner Balance Psychology Center, Psychological Treatment and Evaluations for Children, Adolescents and Adults We would like to thanks our sp...
May 12, 2022•24 min•Ep. 30
Episode 29 : CBT At The Movies The 2003 Thriller/Mystery "Identity" is reviewed and analyzed. This underrated psychological "who done it" is a nod to Agatha Christie's "And Then There Were None" but with a twist or two, you weren't expecting. Welcome to Talk Therapy CBT | Conversation about Educating, Connecting, Helping Individuals to the World of Psychology. This podcast is sponsored by ( https://www.innerbalancepsychology.com/ ) - Inner Balance Psychology Center, Psychological Treatment and E...
Apr 28, 2022•27 min•Ep. 29
Episode 28 : CBT At The Movies A new segment where Dr. Raffa analyzes movies that focuses on psychology and psychological treatment. Our first installment is "Silver Linings Playbook" where Dr. Raffa ascertains the psychological portrayal of patients and treatment in this 2012 comedy-drama. Welcome to Talk Therapy CBT | Conversation about Educating, Connecting, Helping Individuals to the World of Psychology. This podcast is sponsored by ( https://www.innerbalancepsychology.com/ ) - Inner Balance...
Apr 14, 2022•29 min•Ep. 28
Episode 27 : Building Inner Balance This episode is a profile piece on Dr. Dawn Raffa. This brief yet, informative prologue details Dr. Raffa assent from beginnings to owning and operating two successful psychology practices Welcome to Talk Therapy CBT | Conversation about Educating, Connecting, Helping Individuals to the World of Psychology. This podcast is sponsored by ( https://www.innerbalancepsychology.com/ ) - Inner Balance Psychology Center, Psychological Treatment and Evaluations for Chi...
Mar 31, 2022•28 min•Ep. 27
Episode 26 : Let's Get Weird In this episode Dr Raffa evaluates 13 syndromes and disorders that some may consider supernatural, uncanny, or just ..... weird.. Welcome to Talk Therapy CBT | Conversation about Educating, Connecting, Helping Individuals to the World of Psychology. This podcast is sponsored by ( https://www.innerbalancepsychology.com/ ) - Inner Balance Psychology Center, Psychological Treatment and Evaluations for Children, Adolescents and Adults We would like to thanks our sponsor ...
Mar 17, 2022•48 min•Ep. 26
Episode 25: The ABC's of OCD Dr Raffa reviews the different types of OCD and treatment in order to bring the disorder to order Welcome to Talk Therapy CBT | Conversation about Educating, Connecting, Helping Individuals to the World of Psychology. This podcast is sponsored by ( https://www.innerbalancepsychology.com/ ) - Inner Balance Psychology Center, Psychological Treatment and Evaluations for Children, Adolescents and Adults We would like to thanks our sponsor : Dr. Alba Raphaela, you can buy...
Mar 03, 2022•42 min•Ep. 25
Episode 24: The Psychology of a Serial Killer Criminal Minds takes center stage as Dr. Raffa dissects the mindset and mental makeup of a serial killer while outlining a list of the most diabolical serial killers in history. Welcome to Talk Therapy CBT | Conversation about Educating, Connecting, Helping Individuals to the World of Psychology. This podcast is sponsored by ( https://www.innerbalancepsychology.com/ ) - Inner Balance Psychology Center, Psychological Treatment and Evaluations for Chil...
Feb 17, 2022•37 min•Ep. 24
Episode 23: The Generations Dr. Raffa dissects the historical characteristics and tendencies of each generation going back to the turn of the 20th century. Welcome to Talk Therapy CBT | Conversation about Educating, Connecting, Helping Individuals to the World of Psychology. This podcast is sponsored by ( https://www.innerbalancepsychology.com/ ) - Inner Balance Psychology Center, Psychological Treatment and Evaluations for Children, Adolescents and Adults We would like to thanks our sponsor : D...
Feb 03, 2022•44 min•Ep. 23
Episode 22: Eccentric Therapies Dr. Raffa explores various bizarre therapies throughout history: What it was supposed to do, and what it actually did. Welcome to Talk Therapy CBT | Conversation about Educating, Connecting, Helping Individuals to the World of Psychology. This podcast is sponsored by ( https://www.innerbalancepsychology.com/ ) - Inner Balance Psychology Center, Psychological Treatment and Evaluations for Children, Adolescents and Adults We would like to thanks our sponsor : Dr. Al...
Jan 20, 2022•48 min•Ep. 22
Episode 21: Social Psychology - When great ( and not so great) minds think alike Welcome to Talk Therapy CBT | Conversation about Educating, Connecting, Helping Individuals to the World of Psychology. This podcast is sponsored by ( https://www.innerbalancepsychology.com/ ) - Inner Balance Psychology Center, Psychological Treatment and Evaluations for Children, Adolescents and Adults We would like to thanks our sponsor : Dr. Alba Raphaela, you can buy her book about : Breaking the Mirror : A Stor...
Jan 06, 2022•40 min•Ep. 21
Episode 20: The Psychology of Real Estate Dr. Raffa discusses the psychology surrounding current real estate market conditions with her special guest Jennifer Raffa, Broker of Record & Realtor at http://www.sabalre.com Welcome to Talk Therapy CBT | Conversation about Educating, Connecting, Helping Individuals to the World of Psychology. This podcast is sponsored by ( https://www.innerbalancepsychology.com/ ) - Inner Balance Psychology Center, Psychological Treatment and Evaluations for Child...
Dec 23, 2021•29 min•Ep. 20
Episode 19 : Thinking Traps Part 4: The Final Chapter Dr. Raffa continues to review thinking traps conversation and reviews trap's 7 through 10 Welcome to Talk Therapy CBT | Conversation about Educating, Connecting, Helping Individuals to the World of Psychology. This podcast is sponsored by ( https://www.innerbalancepsychology.com/ ) - Inner Balance Psychology Center, Psychological Treatment and Evaluations for Children, Adolescents and Adults We would like to thanks our sponsor : Dr. Alba Raph...
Dec 09, 2021•45 min•Ep. 19
Thinking Traps Part 3: The Saga Continues Dr. Raffa continues to review thinking traps conversation and reviews trap's 7 through 10 Welcome to Talk Therapy CBT | Conversation about Educating, Connecting, Helping Individuals to the World of Psychology. This podcast is sponsored by ( https://www.innerbalancepsychology.com/ ) - Inner Balance Psychology Center, Psychological Treatment and Evaluations for Children, Adolescents and Adults We would like to thanks our sponsor : Dr. Alba Raphaela, you ca...
Nov 25, 2021•28 min•Ep. 18
Episode 17: Thinking Traps and how to avoid them (Part 2) It's A Trap..... in thinking. Dr. Raffa continues to review thinking traps that plague the mind. Traps are 4-6 are analyzed Welcome to Talk Therapy CBT | Conversation about Educating, Connecting, Helping Individuals to the World of Psychology. This podcast is sponsored by ( https://www.innerbalancepsychology.com/ ) - Inner Balance Psychology Center, Psychological Treatment and Evaluations for Children, Adolescents and Adults We would like...
Nov 11, 2021•27 min•Ep. 17
