Psychotherapy and Applied Psychology

It's our 2nd feedback episode! Dan addresses more listener comments and questions, covering topics such as graduate school admissions, the differences between counseling and clinical psychology research, the challenges of teletherapy, the importance of empathy in therapy, the intersection of religion and psychotherapy, and much more! Podcast contact page Referenced Episodes Ep 66 : Artificial...

Part 2 with Dr. Luke Clark, director of the Centre for Gambling Research at UBC. In part 2, Dr. Clark delves into the intricate relationship between video game loot boxes and gambling behaviors, exploring the psychological impacts, regulatory challenges, and the evolving design of gambling environments. Dan and Dr. Clark highlight the potential gateway effect of loot boxes on real-life gambling, t...

Dr. Luke Clark, director of the Centre for Gambling Research at UBC, joins the show! Dr. Clark explains  the complexities of gambling, exploring its psychological aspects, the impact of legislation, and the marketing strategies that drive the industry. He highlights the evolution of gambling laws in the UK and their implications and the distinction between problem gambling and the broader public h...

Part 2 of the conversation with Dr. Daniel Buchman, a bioethicist and scientist at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health and an associate professor in the Dalla Lana School of Public Health at the University of Toronto. In part 2, Dr. Buchman highlights the need for shared decision-making and the role of patient perspectives in assessing treatment efficacy. He addresses the intersection of pa...

Dan is joined by Dr. Daniel Buchman, a bioethicist and scientist at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health and an associate professor in the Dalla Lana School of Public Health at the University of Toronto. Dr. Buchman shares his journey into the field of bioethics, particularly focusing on palliative psychiatry. Then, he discusses the importance of ethical considerations in healthcare, the rol...

Part 2 with Dr. Stevan Lars Nielsen, a Clinical Professor and psychologist at Brigham Young University, jointly affiliated with Counseling Psychology and Special Education and Counseling and Psychological Services at Brigham Young University. Part 2 begins with Dr. Nielsen addressing the challenges therapists face when navigating religious beliefs and the influence of religious leaders on clients&...

Dr. Stevan Lars Nielsen -- a Clinical Professor and psychologist at Brigham Young University, jointly affiliated with Counseling Psychology and Special Education and Counseling and Psychological Services at Brigham Young University -- joins the show! Dr. Nielsen shares his journey into psychotherapy, emphasizing the importance of addressing religious beliefs in therapy. He highlights the challenge...

Dan responds to listener feedback on topics including AI in psychotherapy, therapy experiences, mental health classification systems, and therapist training. He shares his insights, personal stories, and discusses future directions in mental health practice and research in psychotherapy. Podcast contact page https://psychotherapyandappliedpsychology.com/contact.html HiTOP website https://www.hitop...

Revisit our conversation with Dr. David Klonsky, Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of British Columbia studying suicide, the parsimonious models of suicide, and the better understanding of suicide motivations and warning signs. Dr. Klonsky dives deep into the Three-Step Theory of Suicide, explaining why some people consider suicide and some attempt suicide. He shares his...

In part 2 with Dr. Soo Jeong Youn, she highlights the evolving metrics for patient engagement and the critical factors that contribute to the success of health startups. Dan and Dr. Soo Jeong Youn discusses the rigorous vetting process for mental health products, the adaptation of these products for diverse patient needs, and the importance of research and data in developing effective treatments....

In this episode, Dan is joined by Dr. Soo Jeong Youn, a clinical psychologist and Research Director for Equip. Dr. Soo Jeong Youn shares her early interests in mental health, the discovery of the therapeutic alliance, and her transition to psychotherapy process research. She covers her experiences in graduate school, the significance of implementation science, and the impact of COVID-19 on mental...

Dr. Pim Cuijpers returns! In part two, Dan and Dr. Cuijpers explore the evolving landscape of psychotherapy, particularly in the context of AI and digital tools. They discuss the risks and benefits of AI in therapy, the importance of simplifying psychotherapy, and the need for effective training for therapists. Dr. Cuijpers emphasizes the significance of understanding the mechanisms behind psychot...

Our guest this week is Dr. Pim Cuijpers, director of the WHO Collaborating Centre for Research and Dissemination of Psychological Interventions in Amsterdam and professor emeritus of Clinical Psychology at the Department of Clinical, Neuro and Developmental Psychology, Amsterdam Public Health Research Institute. Dan and Dr. Cuijpers explore the evolution of psychotherapy, focusing on the importanc...

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In part 2 of the conversation with Dr. Luoma, he and Dan discuss the complexities of psychedelic research, including the regulatory hurdles and safety requirements that can complicate and increase costs. Dr. Luoma explores the promising psychedelics currently under investigation, such as psilocybin and MDMA, and emphasizes the importance of integration in making psychedelic experiences meaningful....

Dan welcomes Dr. Jason Luoma:  a researcher, practitioner, and co-founder of the Portland Institute for Psychadelic Science; the Portland Psychotherapy Clinic, Research, and Training Center; & host of the Research Matters Podcast. Dr. Louma sheds light on the the emerging field of psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy, exploring its potential to help individuals struggling with deep shame and sel...

Dan is joined by Dr. John Ogrodniczuk, a Professor of Psychiatry and Director of the UBC Psychotherapy Program and founder of HeadsUpGuys.org . In part 2 of this conversation with Dr. John Ogrodniczuk, Dan and Dr. Ogrodniczuk dive into the operational aspects of running HeadsUpGuys.org, including team dynamics and funding challenges. Dr. Ogrodniczuk discusses the evolution of the site, the importa...

Dan is joined by Dr. John Ogrodniczuk, a Professor of Psychiatry and Director of the UBC Psychotherapy Program and founder of HeadsUpGuys.org . In the first episode of 2026, Dan and Dr. Ogrodniczuk discuss the inception and evolution of HeadsUpGuys.org, a men's mental health resource. Dr. Ogrodniczuk explains the importance of the website which creates a welcoming and anonymous space for men...

Dr. Antonio Pascual-Leone picks up from last episode to discuss the intricate relationship between emotional arousal and therapeutic processes. He emphasizes the importance of understanding emotional arousal not just as a standalone phenomenon but as a part of a broader context that includes meaning-making and narrative. Then, Dan and Dr. Pascual-Leone dive into the sequential transformation of em...

Welcome back! Dan is joined once again by Dr. Antonio Pascual-Leone, clinical psychologist and professor of psychology at the University of Windsor, Canada. In this episode, Dr. Pascual-Leone emphasizes the importance of empirical research over hunches in developing therapeutic approaches. He covers the non-linear process of writing a book, the five principles of emotion change, and the significan...

In this encore presentation, Dan and Dr. Matthew Large, a Conjoint Professor in the School of Psychiatry at UNSW Sydney, discuss the progresses and changes in the field of mental health. Dan and Dr. Large delve into the limitations of Suicide Risk Assessment, the closure of asylums, and the improvement in the treatment of mental illness. Dr. Large discuss on how risk assessment is not clinically h...

In part 2 with Dr. Richard Koestner, we discuss the concept of hyper-parenting, the pressures parents face regarding their children's achievements, and the importance of balancing autonomy and limit-setting in parenting. Dr. Koestner also explores how these principles apply to education, emphasizing the need for fostering autonomous motivation among students. The discussion further delves int...

This week's guest is Dr. Richard Koestner, a professor of Psychology at McGill University where he has conducted research on human motivation for 25 years. Dr. Koestner discusses the importance of autonomy in motivation, contrasting autonomous motivation with controlled motivation, and emphasizes the role of values in guiding personal interests. Dan and Dr. Koestner explore the complexities o...

Dan is joined by Dr. David Barlow, psychologist and Professor Emeritus of Psychology and Psychiatry at Boston University. Dr. Barlow is back! Dan and Dr. Barlow pick right up to explore the evolution of psychopathology classification, the advancements in treatment protocols, and the development of transdiagnostic approaches in psychotherapy. Dr. Barlow discusses the historical context of psychiatr...

Dan is joined by Dr. David Barlow, psychologist and Professor Emeritus of Psychology and Psychiatry at Boston University. Known for his world-renown research in anxiety disorders, Dr. Barlow joins Dan to discuss the evolution of psychological practices, particularly the transition from traditional behavioral therapy to cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). Dr. Barlow highlights the historical contex...