My guest this week is psychologist Dr. Mark Powers, who specializes in research on anxiety and PTSD. Mark and I discuss the latest research on treatments for trauma, including EMDR, cognitive behavioral therapy, yoga, and exercise, as well as the general principles of effective therapy. Get full access to Think Act Be with Seth Gillihan at thinkactbe.substack.com/subscribe
Most new parents will wish at some point that their baby were sleeping more soundly. Thankfully there are proven techniques for helping young children to sleep through the night. My guest this week is psychologist and pediatric sleep specialist Dr. Jodi Mindell, who has done a tremendous amount of work to bring compassionate, science-based sleep guidance to parents who need it. Get full access to Think Act Be with Seth Gillihan at thinkactbe.substack.com/subscribe...
We usually think of healing as something that comes from the outside—from doctors, medications, supplements, the right diet.... According to integrative psychiatrist Dr. Omid Naim, however, healing comes from within. In this episode Dr. Naim describes an holistic approach that not only integrates many healing traditions like medicine, yoga, and talk therapy, but that seeks to integrate mind, body, and spirit. Get full access to Think Act Be with Seth Gillihan at thinkactbe.substack.com/subscribe...
The rates of conditions like anxiety and depression continue to rise, despite extremely high rates of psychiatric medication use. This week I spoke with Dr. Julia Rucklidge, a pioneer in the field of nutrition and mental health, about the role of micronutrients like vitamins and minerals in treating and preventing common psychological problems. Get full access to Think Act Be with Seth Gillihan at thinkactbe.substack.com/subscribe...
Anyone who's played competitive sports knows that the mental game is at least as important as the physical one. My guest this week is clinical and sport psychologist Dr. Mitch Greene, who specializes in helping athletes manage doubts, cultivate courage, improve performance, and reach their goals. Get full access to Think Act Be with Seth Gillihan at thinkactbe.substack.com/subscribe...
Many people are looking for ways to gain a mental edge. My guest this week is psychologist Dr. Martha Farah; as a brain scientist and pioneer in the field of neuroethics, Martha has thought a lot about ways to enhance our cognitive ability. She shares her insights on the effectiveness of stimulant medications, drugs for Alzheimer's, and direct stimulation of the brain to make healthy brains function even better. We also explore natural ways to enhance our mental abilities. Get full access to Thi...
My guest this week is Nora Whittaker Jones, a Speech Language Pathologist who is intimately acquainted with the human voice. Nora and I discussed common vocal problems like muscle tension dysphonia and the stress they can cause, especially among professionals like teachers who depend on their voice every day. Nora shared her perspective on how to care for one's voice, and how to find help when necessary. Get full access to Think Act Be with Seth Gillihan at thinkactbe.substack.com/subscribe...
My guest this week is Dr. Bryce Carter, who has a fascinating background as both a highly trained practitioner and instructor of martial arts and a practicing clinical psychologist. We explored the intersection of these two disciplines, including how training in the martial arts can improve our confidence, resilience, emotional equilibrium, and relationships. Get full access to Think Act Be with Seth Gillihan at thinkactbe.substack.com/subscribe...
Financial trading is challenging work, requiring a high degree of focus, discipline, and analytical ability. In this week's episode I spoke with psychologist Dr. Brett Steenbarger, who specializes in the psychology of trading. Brett describes the habits of thought and action—many of them drawn from cognitive behavioral principles—that help traders perform at consistently high levels. Get full access to Think Act Be with Seth Gillihan at thinkactbe.substack.com/subscribe...
Millions of people are affected by obsessive-compulsive disorder, or OCD—not just those who have the condition, but their family and other loved ones. My guest this week is psychologist Dr. Belinda Seiger, who specializes in evidence-based treatment of OCD. She describes how OCD affects families, and how effective treatment can improve relationships. Get full access to Think Act Be with Seth Gillihan at thinkactbe.substack.com/subscribe...
Ever wonder what's the right way to live your life? Author August Turak contends that deep down, you already know. In this week's episode we explore the message of his recent book, Brother John: A Monk, a Pilgrim, and the Purpose of Life. August shares his insights on how to move through the fear that prevents us from finding self-transcendence. Get full access to Think Act Be with Seth Gillihan at thinkactbe.substack.com/subscribe...
Anxiety can be extremely debilitating when it dominates a person's life. My guest this week is Dr. Joel Minden, who specializes in the treatment of all kinds of anxiety and related conditions, from panic and generalized anxiety to social phobia, PTSD, and OCD. Hear from Joel how three powerful approaches can help to loosen the grip of overwhelming emotion. Get full access to Think Act Be with Seth Gillihan at thinkactbe.substack.com/subscribe...
Recent research has revealed startlingly high rates of obesity among the men and women who have served our country in the military. In this week's episode, I speak with Palo Alto VA psychologist Dr. Jessica Breland about her latest research on obesity, disordered eating, and military sexual trauma among US veterans—and how she's using social media to spread the word about her findings. Get full access to Think Act Be with Seth Gillihan at thinkactbe.substack.com/subscribe...
Countless people struggle to see themselves in a positive light, and women face specific challenges to their self-esteem. In this week's episode I talk with licensed professional counselor Megan MacCutcheon about her Self-Esteem Workbook for Women , including what healthy self-esteem looks like, how it's different from narcissism, and how anyone can take steps toward greater self-love. Get full access to Think Act Be with Seth Gillihan at thinkactbe.substack.com/subscribe...
Major depression is a common condition that can severely limit a person's life. In this week's episode clinical psychologist Dr. Jay Fournier discusses his efforts to better understand the many varieties of depression by studying the brain and behavior—with the goal of maximizing treatment effectiveness. Get full access to Think Act Be with Seth Gillihan at thinkactbe.substack.com/subscribe...
All of us at some point will experience the pain of loss and the grief that follows. In this week's episode, author and illustrator Brian Lies discusses his new book, The Rough Patch , which beautifully captures the complex feelings and behaviors that follow a devastating loss—and the hope that is possible. Get full access to Think Act Be with Seth Gillihan at thinkactbe.substack.com/subscribe...
Gaslighting is a sinister form of emotional abuse in which a person is made to doubt their own reality. In this episode I speak with Dr. Stephanie Sarkis, a therapist, author, and authority on gaslighting. We explore the ins and outs of this pattern of behavior, including how to recognize it, avoid it, and break free from it. Get full access to Think Act Be with Seth Gillihan at thinkactbe.substack.com/subscribe...
There are countless forms of psychotherapy available—how is a person to choose among them? In this week's episode I speak with psychiatrist Dr. Richard Summers, who specializes in psychodynamic psychotherapy. We explore the strengths and limitations of this approach, its relationship to other popular forms of therapy (especially CBT), and how it has evolved since the time of Sigmund Freud. Get full access to Think Act Be with Seth Gillihan at thinkactbe.substack.com/subscribe...
Many of us have a complicated relationship with food that takes away from our enjoyment of it, particularly when we're prone to emotional overeating. In this episode Arlene B. Englander shares her expertise on what leads to emotional overeating, how mindful presence can help us break the habit, and the importance of filling our lives with good things. Get full access to Think Act Be with Seth Gillihan at thinkactbe.substack.com/subscribe...
What's the best way to treat major depressive disorder? Psychologist Rob DeRubeis has been asking this question through more than three decades of research, and has arrived at some surprising answers. In this episode we explore the pros and cons of treating depression with medication or psychotherapy, and some of the possible downsides of combining therapy and meds. Get full access to Think Act Be with Seth Gillihan at thinkactbe.substack.com/subscribe...
How can we move toward more loving relationships with others, and a friendlier stance toward ourselves? Dr. David Richo discusses the practices of mindfulness that help us to love with our whole hearts. Get full access to Think Act Be with Seth Gillihan at thinkactbe.substack.com/subscribe
In this week's episode, Dr. Alice Boyes discusses her proven strategies from The Healthy Mind Toolkit for breaking out of self-sabotaging behaviors. We explore antidotes to perfectionism, the power of creating efficient systems for managing your tasks, and the ability of small changes to produce surprisingly big improvements in our lives. Get full access to Think Act Be with Seth Gillihan at thinkactbe.substack.com/subscribe...
Sleep-related problems like insomnia are very common among adults, and yet little is understood about the basic mechanisms that govern sleep. Psychiatrist and sleep expert Dr. Matt Kayser is pushing the frontier of research on the brain processes that promote and disrupt sleep, and how effective insomnia treatments work. Get full access to Think Act Be with Seth Gillihan at thinkactbe.substack.com/subscribe...
Psychiatrist Ben Hunter shares his insights about the science of attachment, which is the habitual way each of us relates to others. Are we secure? Anxious? Avoidant? The answer will color our closest connections, and understanding attachment styles can help us in all our relationships. Get full access to Think Act Be with Seth Gillihan at thinkactbe.substack.com/subscribe
The voice is our primary way of expressing ourselves, and finding our voice—literally and metaphorically—can have a profound impact on our well-being and relationships. Professional operal singer and yoga therapist Mark Moliterno describes the principles and experience that gave rise to YogaVoice®, a unique integration of yoga principles and practices with Systematic Voice Technique. Get full access to Think Act Be with Seth Gillihan at thinkactbe.substack.com/subscribe...
Sleep and insomnia specialist Dr. Michael Perlis discusses the prevalence of insomnia, why it happens, and how to prevent a short bout of insomnia from becoming chronic. He addresses the ideal amount of time to spend in bed and the role of medication in treating insomnia. Get full access to Think Act Be with Seth Gillihan at thinkactbe.substack.com/subscribe
Psychologist and researcher Dr. Angela Duckworth shares her thoughts and experiences around grit. Her work demonstrates the importance of passion and effort toward long-term goals for generating satisfaction and success in life. Get full access to Think Act Be with Seth Gillihan at thinkactbe.substack.com/subscribe
Psychologist Rachel Hershenberg, author of Activating Happiness , shares her knowledge about a simple and powerful cognitive behavioral treatment for depression. It focuses on small changes we can make in how we spend our time, which can lead to big improvements in how we feel. Get full access to Think Act Be with Seth Gillihan at thinkactbe.substack.com/subscribe
In this episode Dr. Jason Hunt shares his insights about psychological treatments that work for anxiety, insomnia, and other conditions; the imperative of self-care; the all-too-common imposter syndrome; and how to maintain high productivity while living a life of balance. Get full access to Think Act Be with Seth Gillihan at thinkactbe.substack.com/subscribe
I talk with Dr. Raymond Pasi, who recently retired after serving as high principal for 29 years. We talked about the changes in education that he witnessed during his career, the imperative of social and emotional learning, how teachers and administrators can create great schools, and how parents can contribute to their child's education. Get full access to Think Act Be with Seth Gillihan at thinkactbe.substack.com/subscribe...
