Talking Heads with Dr. Noosha Niv

In this episode of Talking Heads , Dr. Sandra Resnick joins Dr. Noosha Niv to explore the evolving field of psychosocial rehabilitation and its impact on individuals with serious mental illness. Dr. Resnick shares her insights on the importance of focusing on functional recovery through strengths-based approaches, peer support, and practical interventions that address daily challenges like work, r...

Dr. Steve Lopez joins Talking Heads to discuss his pioneering efforts to enhance mental health care for the Latinx community. Dr. Lopez shares his groundbreaking work on early intervention and the innovative "La CLAve" campaign, which uses culturally resonant storytelling to improve psychosis literacy in Latinx communities. Hosted by Dr. Noosha Niv, the two discuss the importance of early...

Dr. Marcia Hunt joins Dr. Noosha Niv on Talking Heads to discuss her unique perspective on transforming mental health systems through patient-centered care. Dr. Hunt shares her experiences working with individuals with serious mental illness and the systems that serve them, emphasizing the power of patient-centered care, shared decision-making, and peer support. They discuss the importance of empo...

In this episode of Talking Heads , Dr. Noosha Niv welcomes Dr. Alicia Lucksted, a clinical-community psychologist, to discuss the pervasive impact of stigma on mental health. Dr. Lucksted explains societal and internalized stigma, exploring how misconceptions shape attitudes, policies, and self-perception. She introduces practical strategies to counter internalized stigma and highlights the import...

Dr. Noosha Niv welcomes Dr. Lisa Dixon to Talking Heads for an in-depth discussion about the critical role of early intervention and family support in psychosis care. Dr. Dixon shares her personal journey, driven by her brother's experience with schizophrenia, and reflects on how evidence-based practices, like family psychoeducation and coordinated specialty care for first-episode psychosis, h...

In this episode of Talking Heads , Dr. Noosha Niv talks with Dr. Steve Marder, a leading expert in the psychopharmacological treatment of schizophrenia. Dr. Marder reflects on key advancements in the treatment of psychosis, including the transformative potential of Clozapine and the role of psychosocial treatments in recovery. They delve into the challenges of addressing cognitive and negative sym...

In this episode of Talking Heads , Dr. Noosha Niv speaks with Dr. Sophia Vinogradov, a leading expert in cognitive neuroscience, to discuss the transformative potential of cognitive training in treating psychosis. Dr. Vinogradov shares her journey into psychiatry and neuroscience, highlighting the brain’s incredible capacity for change through neuroplasticity. They explore the distinctions between...

Dr. Shirley Glynn joins Talking Heads to discuss her groundbreaking work in family-focused interventions for schizophrenia and psychosis. Drawing from personal experiences and decades of research, Dr. Glynn explores the evolution of psychosocial interventions for schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders, the importance of family involvement in treatment, and the challenges of navigating stigma...