
Mind Dive
The Menninger Clinic’s Mind Dive podcast is a twice-monthly exploration of mental health topics from the professional’s perspective, including the dilemmas clinicians face in their practice. Hosts Dr. Bob Boland and Dr. Kerry Horrell dive into the complexities of mental health care including the latest research and other topical developments through lively discourse with distinguished colleagues from near and far.
Episodes
69 episodes
Teaching Independence to Neurodiverse Children
What happens when neurodiverse children transition to adulthood without crucial life skills? Kristen Lombardi and Dr. Christine Drew tackle this pressing question in their groundbreaking book "Spectrum of Independence." Drawing from decades of ...
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Episode 64: Sleep & Mental Health with Dr. Myrtle Jeroudi
Sleep takes up nearly a third of a patient’s life, yet its importance to mental health outcomes has been drastically understated in therapeutic conversations. Dr. Myrtle Jeroudi, a neurologist at The Menninger Clinic, weighs in on how deeply in...
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Episode 63: Burnout and Balance in Psychiatry with Dr. Jessi Gold
Burnout in health care settings is an all-too-common struggle for healthcare professionals. This month Dr. Jessi Gold explores the toll of the pandemic on health care workers and how these workers can overcome the emotional and psychological ex...
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41:10

Episode 62: Evolution of Psychiatry & The Menninger Clinic with Dr. Walter Menninger
The story of the Menninger Clinic is rooted in the history of psychiatry in the United States. To start the new year, we have our very own Dr. Walter Menninger on the podcast to share the hidden history of the Menninger Clinic. Drawing inspirat...
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Episode 61: Milieu Therapy with Dr. Michael McClam
How much do you know about milieu therapy and how it works? This episode of The Menninger Clinic’s Mind Dive Podcast features Michael McClam, MD, medical director for Menninger’s youth division, for a conversation about milieu therapy and...
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Episode 60: Surviving Personal Crisis with Dr. Christine Yu Moutier
This episode of The Menninger Clinic’s Mind Dive Podcast features Christine Moutier, MD, chief medical officer at the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP), for a conversation about how clinicians and community members can become be...
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Episode 59: Changing Behavior with Dr. Carlo DiClemente
Carlo C. DiClemente, Ph.D., codeveloper of the transtheoretical model of behavior change, discusses bringing a human touch to the fabric of therapeutic intervention. Dr. DiClement...
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Episode 58: Better Living with Bipolar Disorder with Dr. David Miklowitz
David Miklowitz, Ph.D., has been pioneering family psychoeducational treatments for bipolar disorder by integrating psychotherapy and family therapy with medication. Dr. Miklowi...
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Episode 57: Fostering Self-Compassion with Dr. Willem Kuyken
Willem Kuyken, Ph.D., has been at the forefront of merging Eastern mindfulness practices with Western psychological standards. Dr. Kuyken’s academic work significantly contributed to the...
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Episode 56: Magnetism & Depression Treatment with Dr. Neil Puri
Dr. Neil Puri is at the forefront of combating treatment-resistant depression, spearheading new ways to use brain stimulation treatment to offer relief to patients. Building off recent advancements in transcranial magnetic stimulation, Dr. Puri...
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Episode 55: Choosing Hope with Dr. William Miller
William R Miller, PhD, is one of the pioneers of
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Episode 54: Psychiatry & Poetry with Dr. Frank Clark
Have you ever found solace in the rhythmic verses of a poem or the gentle brushstrokes of a painting? Dr. Frank Clark joins us to reveal the extraordinary synergy between psychiatry and the arts, and how this fusion enhances the therapeutic jou...
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Episode 53: Making the Case for Psychotherapy with Dr. Jonathan Shedler (Rewind)
Discover the profound insights of Dr. Jonathan Shedler, a leading expert in psychodynamic psychotherapy, as he joins us to unravel the intricate tapestry of the human psyche in therapy. In a landscape where evidence-based treatments are hailed ...
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Episode 52: Finding and Fostering Mentorship with Dr. Sean Blitzstein
Mentorship is a cornerstone in professional development, yet its intricacies and benefits are often overlooked. Dr. Sean Blitzstein unravels the profound impact of mentorship within psychiatry and its transformative power across various careers...
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Episode 51: Rethinking Personality Disorders with Dr. Carla Sharp
Embark on a mesmerizing exploration of the human psyche with Dr. Carla Sharp, who guides us through the labyrinth of personality disorders with the precision of a master clinician and the insight of a top-tier researcher. As we traverse the lan...
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Episode 50: Virtual Healing with Dr. Jay Shore
Dr. Jay Shore, a pioneer in telepsychiatry, offers an in-depth perspective on the journey from the early days of telehealth to the present and where he sees it going with new technology such as AI. The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the need for...
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Episode 49: Navigating Youth Mental Health Challenges with Dr. Gene Beresin
Embark on an eye-opening journey with Dr. Gene Buresin, the vanguard of child and adolescent psychiatry, as we traverse the landscape of youth stress and resilience. With a career that has reshaped mental health perspectives over the past forty...
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Episode 48: The Evolution of Psychiatry in Multicultural Contexts with Dr. Francis Lu
Multicultural competence in psychiatry is more than just a buzzword; it is a crucial aspect of patient care that acknowledges the diverse tapestry of human experiences. On this episode of The Menninger Clinic’s Mind Dive Podcast, Dr. Francis Lu...
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Episode 47: Navigating the Later Years with Dr. Iqbal Ahmed
Dr. Iqbal “Ike” Ahmed joins the Mind Dive podcast this week to explore the profound complexities of mental health as people age. The journey begins with Dr. Ahmed's early life in India and his extended family who served as the bedrock for his l...
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Episode 46: Healing Through Mindfulness with Dr. Manizeh Mirza-Gruber
Hurricane Harvey was a turning point for many, but for Dr. Manizeh Mirza-Gruber, it was the catalyst that clarified the powerful role of mindfulness in healing. As we sit down with the founder of Mindful in Practice, she shares her transformati...
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Episode 45: Season 3 Premiere— Mailbag Questions with Dr. Boland & Dr. Horrell
Embark on a journey through the mind with us as we celebrate the advent of Mind Dive's third season, reflecting on our shared experiences and the profound insights we’ve gained along the way. As the new year unfolds, we warmly embrace the path ...
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Episode 44: The Psychology of Fashion with Dr. Carolyn Mair
Carolyn Mair, Ph.D., was always drawn to the world of fashion and even made her own creations while in university. Amid her doctoral research, Dr. Mair saw the opportuni...
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Episode 43: Social Media and Adolescent Development with Dr. Howard Liu
Dr. Howard Liu, M.D began focusing on the effects of social media quite early on in his career after watching how his own personal life was being affected by various platforms. Following a ...
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