Evidence-Based: A New Harbinger Psychology Podcast

Evidence-Based is the official podcast of New Harbinger Publications—an independent, employee-owned publisher of books on psychology and self-help. In each episode, we join leading mental health experts to explore the latest psychological interventions, as well as topics related to mental health and personal growth.

Evidence-Based Skills to Unwind Without Alcohol with Rebecca E. Williams, PhD

Rebecca E. Williams, PhD, author of Simple Ways to Unwind Without Alcohol, joins us to discuss soothing stress and unwinding without alcohol. Rebecca is a psychologist, wellness expert, and award-winning author. She received her bachelor’s degree from Williams College; her master’s degree from Harvard; and her doctorate with a specialization in clinical psychology from the University of California, Santa Barbara.   She has enjoyed a twenty-year career as a clinic director with the San Diego VA Healthcare System; was an associate clinical professor in the School of Medicine at the University of California, San Diego; and maintained an active private practice. She is coauthor of two popular books bridging addiction recovery with the power of mindfulness. The Gift of Recovery is a “pocket coach” designed to strengthen recovery. The Mindfulness Workbook for Addiction is a go-to guide for understanding the relationship between moods and substance use. The workbook is now in its second edition and has been translated into multiple languages.  Visit her website at www.mindfulnessworkbook.com.  Visit our website at www.newharbinger.com and use coupon code 'Podcast25' to receive 25% off your entire order.  Buy the Book:  New Harbinger - https://bit.ly/3W6tAYl  Amazon - https://a.co/d/c4kuEaP   Barnes & Noble - https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/1143481464   Bookshop.org - https://bit.ly/3UpBc77   If you have ideas for future episodes, thoughts, or questions, we’d love to hear from you! Send us an email at podcast@newharbinger.com 

05-14
47:47

Introducing Quick Tips for Therapists

This season we’re excited to introduce mini episodes called Quick Tips for Therapists. Every other Thursday during the season, we’ll release highly focused tips for practicing psychotherapists and other mental health professionals to enhance their therapeutic techniques.  To receive Quick Tips for Therapists emailed right to your inbox twice a month, visit newharbinger.com/quicktips to sign up today.  If you have ideas for future episodes, thoughts, or questions, we’d love to hear from you! Send us an email at podcast@newharbinger.com 

05-09
00:38

DBT Skills for Highly Sensitive People with Emma Lauer, LCSW

Emma Lauer, LCSW, author of DBT Skills for Highly Sensitive People, joins us to discuss how to build emotional resilience and celebrate sensitivity. Emma is a therapist specializing in the treatment of eating disorders, self-harming behaviors, and trauma. She is an eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR)-certified therapist, and has taught at Arizona State University. She currently practices therapy and oversees interns and other staff therapists as clinical supervisor at Find Your Shine Therapy, a group private practice in Tempe, AZ.  Visit our website at www.newharbinger.com and use coupon code 'Podcast25' to receive 25% off your entire order.  Buy the Book:  New Harbinger - https://bit.ly/3w0bgFA   Amazon - https://a.co/d/7OD55NF   Barnes & Noble - https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/1141749962   Bookshop.org - https://bit.ly/3JpGIjB  If you have ideas for future episodes, thoughts, or questions, we’d love to hear from you! Send us an email at podcast@newharbinger.com  

05-07
35:04

Adverse Childhood Experiences with Glenn Schiraldi, PhD

Glenn Schiraldi, PhD, author of The Adverse Childhood Experiences Recovery Workbook, joins us to discuss adverse childhood experiences. Glenn has served on the stress management faculties at The Pentagon; the International Critical Incident Stress Foundation; and the University of Maryland, where he received the Outstanding Teaching Award in addition to other teaching and service awards. His books on stress-related topics have been translated into sixteen languages, and include The Resilience Workbook, The Self-Esteem Workbook, Ten Simple Solutions for Building Self-Esteem, The Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Sourcebook, and The Anger Management Sourcebook. Glenn’s writing has been recognized by various scholarly and popular sources, including The Washington Post, American Journal of Health Promotion, Mind/Body Health Review, and the International Stress and Tension Control Society Newsletter. Visit our website at www.newharbinger.com and use coupon code 'Podcast25' to receive 25% off your entire order. Buy the Book:   New Harbinger - https://bit.ly/3kE9ioJ Amazon - https://a.co/d/3ayHHeT Barnes & Noble - https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/1136014093   IndieBound - https://www.indiebound.org/book/9781684036646

05-30
48:49

ACT and Relationships with Russ Harris

Russ Harris, author of ACT with Love, joins us to discuss acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) and relationships. Russ is an internationally acclaimed ACT trainer, and author of the best-selling ACT-based self-help book, The Happiness Trap, which has sold more than one million copies and been published in thirty languages. He is widely renowned for his ability to teach ACT in a way that is simple, clear, and fun—yet extremely practical. Visit our website at www.newharbinger.com and use coupon code 'Podcast25' to receive 25% off your entire order. Buy the Book:   New Harbinger - https://bit.ly/3kw9CGg   Amazon - https://a.co/d/jbLihrG Barnes & Noble - https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/1013904985 IndieBound - https://www.indiebound.org/book/9781648481635

05-23
47:29

EMDR and Trauma with Megan Boardman, LCSW

Megan Boardman, LCSW, author of The EMDR Workbook for Trauma and PTSD, joins us to discuss eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) and trauma. Megan is a licensed clinical social worker who specializes in treating trauma and addiction. She owns and operates her own clinical practice in Idaho, and provides supervision and consultation throughout the nation to clinicians and businesses seeking ongoing trauma training and EMDR. She is a member of the EMDR International Association, certified as an EMDR clinician, and is an EMDR consultant in training. Visit our website at www.newharbinger.com and use coupon code 'Podcast25' to receive 25% off your entire order. Buy the Book:   New Harbinger - https://bit.ly/41zAaa7 Amazon - https://a.co/d/ebkQwd0   Barnes & Noble - https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/1141749976   IndieBound - https://www.indiebound.org/book/9781684039586

05-16
35:21

Relationship OCD with Sheva Rajaee, MFT

Sheva Rajaee, MFT, author of Relationship OCD, joins us to discuss relationship OCD, a subtype of OCD characterized by obsessive relationship anxiety, doubt, and fear of commitment She is founder and director of The Center for Anxiety and OCD in Irvine, CA, where she manages a team of clinicians specializing in the treatment of anxiety disorders and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). She is a member of the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (CAMFT) and the International OCD Foundation (IOCDF). She has spoken about her own OCD journey in a 2017 TEDxUCLA Talk. She has appeared on CNN, has been interviewed in Huffington Post, and has been featured on multiple episodes of The OCD Stories and other anxiety and mental health podcasts. Visit our website at www.newharbinger.com and use coupon code 'Podcast25' to receive 25% off your entire order. Buy the Book:   New Harbinger - https://bit.ly/41EaRDE Amazon - https://a.co/d/9CMSxYm Barnes & Noble - https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/1138636734 IndieBound - https://www.indiebound.org/book/9781684037919

05-09
45:52

Narcissistic Mothers with Stephanie Kriesberg, PhD

Stephanie Kriesberg, PhD, author of Adult Daughters of Narcissistic Mothers, joins us to discuss narcissistic mothers. She has practiced clinical psychology for twenty-five years, and is a graduate of the Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology of Yeshiva University. She is trained in psychodynamic psychotherapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT). In addition, she is trained in the practice of clinical hypnosis. Kriesberg is on the board of the New England Society of Clinical Hypnosis. Visit our website at www.newharbinger.com and use coupon code 'Podcast25' to receive 25% off your entire order. Buy the Book:   New Harbinger - https://bit.ly/41EY0Bt   Amazon - https://a.co/d/1FSjhHo   Barnes & Noble - https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/1140859600 IndieBound - https://www.indiebound.org/book/9781648480096

05-02
44:02

Pain Science with Rachel Zoffness, PhD

Rachel Zoffness, PhD, author of The Pain Management Workbook, joins us to discuss the science of pain. She is a leading global pain psychologist and expert, international speaker, author, and thought leader in medicine revolutionizing the way we understand and treat pain. She is assistant clinical professor at the University of California, San Francisco; and lectures at Stanford University. Zoffness is also  author of The Chronic Pain and Illness Workbook for Teens, and consults on the development of integrative pain programs around the world. She is a regular guest on popular podcasts such as Ologies, Jordan Harbinger, and ZDoggMD; and her own podcast episodes have more than five million downloads. Visit our website at www.newharbinger.com and use coupon code 'Podcast25' to receive 25% off your entire order. Buy the Book:   New Harbinger - https://bit.ly/3ZfXDf4 Amazon - https://a.co/d/1fZxKDS Barnes & Noble - https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/1136014101 IndieBound - https://www.indiebound.org/book/9781684036448

04-25
55:30

Reactive Parenting with Hunter Clarke-Fields, MSAE

Hunter Clarke-Fields, MSAE, author of Raising Good Humans, joins us to discuss reactive parenting. Hunter is a mindfulness mentor, coach, host of the Mindful Mama podcast, and creator of the Mindful Parenting online course. She coaches parents on how to cultivate mindfulness in their daily lives. Hunter has more than twenty years of experience in meditation and yoga practices, and has taught mindfulness to thousands worldwide. Visit our website at www.newharbinger.com and use coupon code 'Podcast25' to receive 25% off your entire order. Buy the Book:   New Harbinger - https://bit.ly/3kFQSUw Amazon - https://a.co/d/4Z3fqqP Barnes & Noble - https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/1130273866   IndieBound https://www.indiebound.org/book/9781684033881

04-18
42:18

Relationships, Sexuality & Consent for Teen Girls with Leah Aguirre, LCSW and Geraldine O’Sullivan, LCSW

Leah Aguirre, LCSW, and Geraldine O’Sullivan, LCSW—authors of The Girl's Guide to Relationships, Sexuality, and Consent—join us to discuss relationships, sexuality, and consent for teen girls. Leah is a licensed clinical social worker practicing in San Diego, CA. She works primarily with teens and adults who have experienced complex trauma, including childhood abuse, domestic violence, and dating violence; and provides trauma-based treatment, including eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR). Geraldine O’Sullivan is a licensed clinical social worker with a pupil personnel services credential in school social work and child welfare and attendance. She currently practices as a school social worker in San Diego County, CA; where she provides mental health counseling services and crisis intervention to teens using therapeutic modalities, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, and solution-focused therapy. In 2022, she was awarded High School Social Worker of the Year for San Diego County. Visit our website at www.newharbinger.com and use coupon code 'Podcast25' to receive 25% off your entire order. Buy the Book:   New Harbinger - https://bit.ly/3ZskhRz Amazon - https://a.co/d/45kgm7o Barnes & Noble - https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/1141066181 IndieBound - https://www.indiebound.org/book/9781684039739

04-11
35:22

Decolonizing the Body with Kelsey Blackwell

Kelsey Blackwell, author of Decolonizing the Body, joins us to discuss how trauma can manifest in both the mind and body. Kelsey is a cultural somatics practitioner and writer dedicated to supporting women of color to trust and follow the guidance of the body, so they may powerfully radiate their worth, dignity, and wisdom in a world which sorely needs this brilliance. As a facilitator, coach, and guest speaker, she has brought abolitionist-embodied practices to diverse groups—from Bay Area Rapid Transit train riders to students at Stanford University. She works one-on-one with clients, and leads an eight-week group program, Decolonizing the Body. Kelsey is author of the viral article, Why People of Color Need Spaces Without White People, published by The Arrow Journal. She is a certified InterPlay Leader, Strozzi Somatic Coach, and holds a master’s degree in publishing from the Medill School of Journalism at Northwestern University. Visit our website at www.newharbinger.com and use coupon code 'Podcast25' to receive 25% off your entire order. Buy the Book:   New Harbinger - https://bit.ly/41Eg8Lu Amazon - https://a.co/d/dJk5qQc Barnes & Noble - https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/1141784738 IndieBound - https://www.indiebound.org/book/9781648480614

04-04
55:40

Stress-Induced Brain Fog with Jill Weber, PhD

Jill Weber, PhD, author of Overcoming Stress-Induced Brain Fog, joins us to discuss stress-induced brain fog. She is a clinical psychologist in private practice in Washington, DC, working with people to manage varying degrees of anxiety. She is author of Be Calm, writes a blog for Psychology Today, and has appeared as a psychology expert in USA Today, The Washington Post, and on CNN. For more information, visit www.drjillweber.com. Visit our website at www.newharbinger.com and use coupon code 'Podcast25' to receive 25% off your entire order. Buy the Book:   New Harbinger - https://bit.ly/3Zfwx7GAmazon - https://a.co/d/5onGPNL Barnes & Noble - https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/1140860328 IndieBound - https://www.indiebound.org/book/9781684039944

03-28
43:45

Little ‘t’ Traumas & Anxiety with Jaime Castillo, LCSW

Jaime Castillo, LCSW, author of What Happened to Make You Anxious?, joins us to discuss “little ‘t’ traumas” and anxiety. Jaime is the founder of Find Your Shine Therapy, and a licensed clinical social worker specializing in the treatment of trauma and anxiety disorders. She is a certified eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) therapist, EMDRIA-approved consultant, and has additional training in internal family systems (IFS) and exposure therapy. She specializes in working with adults experiencing post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), phobias, and generalized anxiety disorder (GAD). Visit our website at www.newharbinger.com and use coupon code 'Podcast25' to receive 25% off your entire order. Buy the Book:   New Harbinger - https://bit.ly/3SIv07S Amazon - https://a.co/d/fmoUbpO Barnes & Noble - https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/1139822986 IndieBound - https://www.indiebound.org/book/9781684038756

03-21
42:14

Healing Intergenerational Trauma with Natalie Y. Gutiérrez, LMFT

Natalie Y. Gutiérrez, LMFT, author of The Pain We Carry, joins us to discuss healing intergenerational trauma. She is founder of Mindful Journeys Marriage & Family Therapy PLLC, and a licensed marriage and family therapist working primarily with BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) survivors of complex trauma—ranging from racial trauma, sexual trauma, attachment trauma, and intergenerational trauma.  Gutiérrez is a certified internal family systems therapist and prospective trainer at the IFS Institute. Visit our website at www.newharbinger.com and use coupon code 'Podcast25' to receive 25% off your entire order. Buy the Book:   New Harbinger - https://bit.ly/3xPCwo7 Amazon - https://a.co/d/05Kdmrx   Barnes & Noble - https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/1141114176   IndieBound - https://www.indiebound.org/book/9781684039319

03-14
50:44

Reclaiming Pleasure with Holly Richmond, PhD

Holly Richmond, PhD, author of Reclaiming Pleasure, joins us to discuss reclaiming your sexual self after sexual trauma recovery. Richmond is a somatic psychotherapist, certified sex therapist, and licensed marriage and family therapist. She is a frequent contributor to publications and media outlets on the intersection of psychology and sexuality, specializing in the treatment of survivors and the recovery of sexual health after trauma. Visit our website at www.newharbinger.com and use coupon code 'Podcast25' to receive 25% off your entire order. Buy the Book:   New Harbinger - https://bit.ly/3yxnPqb   Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1684038421   Barnes & Noble - https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/1138636742   IndieBound - https://www.indiebound.org/book/9781684038428

12-20
35:41

Resilience with Sheela Raja, PhD

Sheela Raja, PhD, author of The Resilient Teen, joins us to discuss resilience. Raja is an associate professor at the University of Illinois at Chicago. She completed postdoctoral training at the National Center for PTSD, and is a nationally recognized expert on the health effects of trauma and trauma-informed health care approaches. Her other books include Overcoming Trauma and PTSD, The PTSD Survival Guide for Teens, and The Sexual Trauma Workbook for Teen Girls. Visit our website at www.newharbinger.com and use coupon code 'Podcast25' to receive 25% off your entire order. Buy the Book:   New Harbinger - https://bit.ly/3xQNLMY Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1684035783/ Barnes & Noble - https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/1137392875 IndieBound - https://www.indiebound.org/book/9781684035786

12-13
48:44

Relationship Rumination with Alicia Muñoz, LPC

Alicia Muñoz, LPC, author of Stop Overthinking Your Relationship, joins us to discuss relationship rumination. Muñoz is a certified couples therapist, and author of three relationship books. Over the past fifteen years, she has provided individual, group, and couples therapy in clinical settings, including Bellevue Hospital in New York, NY. Muñoz currently works as a couples counselor in private practice. She connects with her readers and followers through monthly blogs, newsletters, podcasts, and radio shows, as well as through Instagram at @aliciamunozcouples, and Facebook and Twitter at @aliciamunozlpc. Muñoz is a member of the Washington School of Psychiatry, the American Psychological Association, and the Mid-Atlantic Association of Imago and Relationship Therapists. She is also an expert contributor to Psychotherapy Networker, www.mindbodygreen.com, and other print and online magazines. You can learn more about her at www.aliciamunoz.com. Visit our website at www.newharbinger.com and use coupon code 'Podcast25' to receive 25% off your entire order. Buy the Book: New Harbinger - https://bit.ly/3xTS6z6   Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1648480039/   Barnes & Noble - https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/1140859599   IndieBound - https://www.indiebound.org/book/9781648480034

12-06
34:29

Negative Self-Talk & The Inner Critic with Katie Krimer, LCSW

Katie Krimer, LCSW, author of Sh*t I Say to Myself, joins us to discuss negative self-talk and the inner critic. Krimer is a psychotherapist with a thriving practice in New York, NY; and founder and coach at a wellness/growth coaching company called Growspace. Krimer immigrated from Russia at a young age and grew up in New Jersey. She received her BS and MA degrees in clinical psychology from the University of Washington and Boston University respectively and earned her degree in clinical social work and LCSW license from NYU. She has earned a certificate in mindfulness and psychotherapy from the renowned Institute for Meditation and Psychotherapy and will pursue a two-year mindfulness meditation teacher certification under the mentorship of Tara Brach and Jack Kornfield. Krimer is author of The Essential Self-Compassion Workbook for Teens and is deeply passionate about helping others develop a more authentic and vulnerable way of living, supporting humans through life struggles, and teaching the practice of mindfulness and self-compassion. Visit our website at www.newharbinger.com and use coupon code 'Podcast25' to receive 25% off your entire order. Buy the Book: New Harbinger - https://bit.ly/3xTdC6W Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/dp/168403955X/ Barnes & Noble - https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/1139823001   IndieBound - https://www.indiebound.org/book/9781684039555

11-29
59:00

The Neuroscience of Depression with Alex Korb, PhD

Alex Korb, PhD, author of The Upward Spiral, joins us to discuss depression and neuroscience. Korb is a neuroscientist, writer, and coach. He has studied brain and mental health for more than fifteen years, starting with an undergraduate degree in neuroscience from Brown University before earning a PhD in neuroscience from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). He is also author of The Upward Spiral Workbook and creator of The Upward Spiral Card Deck. Korb is currently adjunct assistant professor at UCLA in the department of psychiatry and biobehavioral sciences. Visit our website at www.newharbinger.com and use coupon code 'Podcast25' to receive 25% off your entire order. Buy the Book: New Harbinger - https://bit.ly/3DTVFJi Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1626251207/ Barnes & Noble - https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/1119731580?ean=9781626251205 IndieBound - https://www.indiebound.org/book/9781626251205

11-22
01:06:25

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