Podcasts by Temporary Circumstances
Mental health professionals discuss all things mental health, focus on de-bunking myths and uncommon topics, and spreading education. This show is not a replacement for therapy.
Further podcasts by Olena Sowers & Cora Mayfield
Podcast on the topic Mentale Gesundheit
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Dissociative Identity Disorder from 2022-02-12T12:00
On this episode, we discuss Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID), formerly known as Multiple Personalities Disorder. Learn about this controversial disorder with us, its features, and treatment ...
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Schizophrenia from 2022-01-29T12:00
On this episode of Temporary Circumstances we cover schizophrenia. Schizophrenia is another often misunderstood disorder. Check out this episode to hear about the symptoms and treatment of this ...
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Obsessive Compulsive Disorder from 2022-01-01T12:00
This episode focuses on OCD, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. Hear about the misconceptions along with stigma and symptoms on this episode of Temporary Circumstances.
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Narcissistic and Antisocial Personality Disorders from 2021-12-18T12:00
On this episode, we look into 2 Personalty disorders: Narcissistic Personality Disorder and Antisocial Personality Disorder. Listen in to hear about these disorders and what their symptoms look ...
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Borderline Personality Disorder from 2021-12-04T12:00
On this episode, we demystify Borderline Personality Disorder. We discuss treatment, stigma, and statistics on this episode.
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Bipolar Disorder from 2021-11-20T12:00
On this episode, we talk about Bipolar Disorder diagnosis. We discuss the stigma of Bipolar Disorder as well as treatment, and more.
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Depression from 2021-11-06T12:00
On this episode, we discuss Major Depressive Disorder and Dysthymia (Persistent Depressive Disorder) and what their symptoms look like. You will also hear about treatment options and additional ...
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Generalized Anxiety Disorder from 2021-10-23T12:00
On this episode, we talk about anxiety and more specifically discuss Generalized Anxiety Disorder and its symptoms. You will also learn about treatment options (and more) on this episode.
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Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) from 2021-10-09T12:00
TRIGGER WARNING: The following audio contains discussion of trauma and PTSD [including abuse and sexual assault] and may be disturbing to some listeners. * On this season of Temporary Circumsta...
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Therapy for Therapists from 2021-03-27T12:00
On this Season 2 finale we discuss the idea of therapists as clients themselves. Joined by a special guest, Melissa Russiano, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, we discuss this important (yet some...
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Couples and Family Therapy from 2021-03-13T12:00
In this episode, we discuss couples and family therapy. Here, you will find how marriage and family therapy differs from individual therapy, it’s benefits, and additional considerations.
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Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) from 2021-02-27T12:00
In this episode, we discuss Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). This comprehensive treatment approach works with clients to address emotional regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal skills...
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Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy from 2021-02-13T12:00
In this episode, we discuss Internal Family Systems (IFS) as a treatment protocol for therapy. Hear about this new (yet effective) approach, how it is different from others, and how it can treat...
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapies from 2021-01-30T12:00
In this episode we discuss some of the most well known therapies - Cognitive Behavioral Therapies (and Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy). Listen in to hear about risks and benefits of these the...
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Primary care and mental health from 2021-01-16T12:00
Join us for a discussion with Lenora Evans, Primary Care Physician, regarding mental health and the role of primary care physicians in the treatment of mental health. In this episode we discuss...
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Music and mental health (expressive arts mini-series) from 2021-01-02T12:00
Last but not least of our expressive arts mini-series: music and mental health. This episode's special guest is Joshua LeBreton, musician and songwriter with the Canary Yellow project. Lis...
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Visual arts and mental health (expressive arts mini-series) from 2020-12-19T12:00
Our expressive arts mini-series continues with this episode on visual arts and mental health. This episode is joined by 2 special guests: Eddie Wadkins, visual artist, and Sean Shinnock, artist ...
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Writing and mental health (expressive arts mini-series) from 2020-12-05T12:00
Another expressive arts mini-series episode: writing and mental health. Check out this episode with special guest, Adrian Minotti, a writer and stylist, to hear about the benefits of writing, wa...
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Yoga and mental health (expressive arts mini-series) from 2020-11-21T12:00
First one of our expressive arts mini-series: yoga and mental health. Joined by a special guest, Stacy Mills, Certified Yoga Instructor, we discuss yoga and its benefits as well as a variety of ...
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Somatic psychotherapy, energy work and healing from 2020-11-07T12:00
Join us for another uncommon topic discussion - somatic therapy, energy work and healing with special guest, Bridget Lowe. Bridget is a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in trauma...
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EMDR (Eye movement desensitization reprocessing) from 2020-10-24T12:00
Listen in as we kick off Season 2 with this incredible treatment protocol: Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR). In this episode, we provide an overview of EMDR and how it helps clie...
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Pre - Season Bonus Episode: Expressive Arts Therapy from 2020-10-23T12:00
In this pre-season bonus episode we introduce season 2 and expressive arts therapy.
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Emotional Support Animals from 2020-08-29T13:00
In this Season 1 Finale we cover emotional support animals and mental health. The discussion focuses on the differences between emotional support animals, service animals, and therapy animals an...
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Mental health and the foster care system from 2020-08-15T12:00
TRIGGER WARNING: The following audio contains discussion of trauma, PTSD, abuse, and neglect, and may be disturbing to some listeners. * In this episode, we discuss the importance of mental hea...
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Childhood Trauma from 2020-08-01T12:00
TRIGGER WARNING: The following audio contains discussion of trauma, PTSD, and abuse, and may be disturbing to some listeners. * Listen along as we talk about childhood trauma, what it may look l...
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Sexual Addiction from 2020-07-18T12:00
TRIGGER WARNING: The following audio contains discussion of addiction and sexual addiction, and may be disturbing to some listeners. * Join us with our special guest, Bridget Lowe, Licensed Prof...
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Mental health and the justice system (Part 2) from 2020-07-04T12:00
Part 2 of our mental health and the justice system episode, with special guest, Kevin Jackson. Kevin brings a unique set of experiences to this discussion as a former mental health professional,...
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Mental health and the justice system (Part 1) from 2020-06-20T12:00
Part 1 of our mental health and the justice system episode, with special guest, Kevin Jackson. Kevin is a former educator, police officer, and mental health professional. Here we discuss the cur...
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Domestic Violence: Part 2 from 2020-06-06T12:00
TRIGGER WARNING: The following audio contains discussion of domestic violence, trauma, PTSD, and abuse, and may be disturbing to some listeners. * Part 2 of our episode on domestic violence and ...
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Domestic Violence: Part 1 from 2020-05-23T12:00
TRIGGER WARNING: The following audio contains discussion of domestic violence, trauma, PTSD, and abuse, and may be disturbing to some listeners. * Listen in to this episode as we discuss what do...
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Suicide and Suicide Prevention from 2020-05-09T12:00
TRIGGER WARNING: The following audio contains discussion of suicide and may be disturbing to some listeners. * In this episode we debunk the topic of suicide and focus on suicide prevention.
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BONUS episode: COVID-19 and grief from 2020-05-09T12:00
TRIGGER WARNING: The following audio contains discussion of death and grief and may be disturbing to some listeners. * In this bonus episode we discuss death and grief as they relate to the curr...
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Introduction to trauma and post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) from 2020-04-25T12:00
TRIGGER WARNING: The following audio contains descriptions of trauma, PTSD, abuse, and neglect and may be disturbing to some listeners. * In this episode, we provide an introduction to trauma an...
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BONUS episode: COVID-19 and addiction from 2020-04-18T12:00
TRIGGER WARNING: The following audio contains discussion of various addictions and may be disturbing to some listeners. *In this BONUS episode we discuss addiction and how this population is aff...
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Intro Part 2: mental health settings, providers, and treatment options from 2020-04-11T12:00
Part 2 of our introduction to mental health, where we discuss various differences in mental health settings, providers, and treatment options.
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BONUS episode: Coronavirus (COVID-19)&coping skills from 2020-04-04T12:00
In this bonus episode, we share specific tips and tools on managing anxiety (and more) during COVID-19.
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Intro Part 1: Mental Health Myths from 2020-03-28T12:00
Listen in to our first episode as we debunk some mental health myths and introduce our listeners to the profession of mental health.
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Intro Part 1: Mental Health Myths from 2020-03-28T12:00
Listen in to our first episode as we debunk some mental health myths and introduce our listeners to the profession of mental health.
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BONUS episode: Coronavirus (COVID-19) and mental health from 2020-03-28T12:00
In this episode, we discuss the impact of COVID-19 on mental health, provide specific coping skills and strategies, and share additional resources for help during this crisis. Please note: Guide...
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Intro Part 1: Mental Health Myths from 2020-03-28T12:00
Listen in to our first episode as we debunk some mental health myths and introduce our listeners to the profession of mental health.
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