The Relational Psych Podcast
The Relational Psych Podcast makes therapy more approachable by inviting real mental health professionals to explain what they do, why they do it, and why it works, using simple, understandable language that anyone can apply to their lifelong growth.
Episodes
31 episodes
Debunking Eating Disorder Myths with Experts from The Emily Program
In this episode Dr. Claney speaks with three therapists from the Emily Program, a national eating disorder treatment organization. They discuss and debunk myths about eating disorders, including myths like “you can tell if somebody has an ea...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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47:51
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Scarcity Money Mindset with Tammy Thomas
In this episode of the Relational Psych Podcast, host Dr. Carly Claney interviews Tamasin (Tammy) Thomas, a licensed mental health therapist and former financial planner. They delve into the concept of scarcity money mindset, discussing its imp...
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Season 6
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Episode 8
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41:42
Embracing Midlife Career Transitions with Therapist Nick Nordberg
In this episode of the Relational Psych Podcast, host Dr. Carly Clayney talks to Nick Nordberg, a licensed mental health counselor specializing in life transitions. They discuss the topic of midlife career changes, sharing Nick's personal jo...
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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38:47
Healing Through Connection: EFT for Couples and Attachment Styles with Rachel Orleck
In this episode of the Relational Psych Podcast, host Dr. Carly Clayney interviews Dr. Rachel Orleck, a licensed psychologist specializing in couple's counseling and infertility. They explore patterns that impact relationships, focusing on t...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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59:11
The Taboo of Grief, Death, and Dying with Rachel Stapleton
In this episode of The Relational Psych Podcast, Dr. Carly Claney sits down with Rachel Stapleton, a licensed independent clinical social worker specializing in grief, loss, chronic illness, and end-of-life care. Together, they explore the p...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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45:23
Exploring the Evolution and Impact of CBT with Blake Thompson
In this episode of the Relational Psych Podcast, Dr. Claney delves into the transformative world of personalized Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Join us as we explore how tailoring therapy to individual needs enhances its effectiveness a...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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43:28
The Current State of Psychedelic Treatment with Erin Wright
In this episode of the Relational Psych Podcast, host Dr. Carly Claney is joined by Erin Wright, a leading expert in the field of psychedelic therapy. They delve into the current state of legal psychedelic treatment, exploring the transforma...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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50:15
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Exploring Life Without Children with Katie Maynard
In this episode of the Relational Psych Podcast, Dr. Carly Claney invites Katie Maynard to delve into the nuanced experiences of living without children. Whether by choice or circumstance, Katie shares her journey and sheds light on the soci...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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45:44
PMS and Mental Health with Dr. Christine Hutchison
In this episode of the Relational Psych Podcast, hosted by Dr. Carly Claney, guest Dr. Christine Hutchison delves into the intricate relationship between PMS (Premenstrual Syndrome) and mental health. Dr. Hutchison, a clinical psychologist, ...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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45:30
How to Bring About Lasting Change with Caitlyn Liao, MSW
This week on the Relational Psych Podcast, Dr. Carly Claney has an in-depth conversation with fellow Relational Psych therapist, Caitlyn Liao, MSW. They take a deep dive into the subject of psychological change - why people desire change, why c...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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41:15
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Sex and Gender in Psychoanalysis with Sally Bjorklund
Tyson talks with Sally Bjorklund about a psychoanalytic understanding of sexuality and gender identity, tracing the evolution of theories about sex and gender from Freud through to Contemporary Relational analytic theory. Their conversation ...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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1:10:42
Psychoanalytic Therapy for Adolescents with Don Schimmel
Adolescence can be a turbulent time full of big emotions, struggles with identity, and conflicts around independence. In this episode, licensed therapist Tyson Conner speaks with psychologist Don Schimmel about how psychodynamic psychotherap...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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58:58
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Grief that Breaks Us Open to Be Present with Peter Jabin
In this episode, Tyson Conner speaks with Peter Jabin, a pastoral psychotherapist and spiritual director, about the importance of grief and communal grieving practices. They discussed how grief is a natural and necessary part of being human, an...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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1:09:00
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The Social Unconscious with Karen Weisbard, PhD
Tyson meets with Karen Weisbard to discuss the concept of the social unconscious, the law of interrelatedness, and a different approach to crossing the increasingly vitriolic political lines drawn in American society.
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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1:03:03
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Breaking the Silence: The Importance of Discussing Suicidal Thoughts Openly with Dr. Tyson Bailey, PsyD, ABPP
In this thought-provoking episode, host Tyson Conner speaks with clinical psychologist Dr. Tyson Bailey about the importance of discussing suicidal thoughts openly in therapy. They cover the cultural taboos and shame around suicide that ofte...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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1:12:16
How do we teach and learn? with Rachel Newcombe, MA, LICSW
In the first episode of Season 2, Tyson sits down with his supervisor and mentor, Rachel Newcombe, to discuss how people teach and learn. They talk about disruptions, the similarities between psychoanalysis and teaching, and what this podcast i...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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1:02:06
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Season 2 Trailer
Season 2 of the Relational Psych Podcast begins on September 19th!
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Season 2
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Episode 0
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3:20
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The Relational Psych Podcast is on Summer Break!
We’re going on a break! In this episode, Tyson explains our release schedule, the summer break, and some plans for Season 2 of The Relational Psych Podcast.Further Learning: Go fly a kite.
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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4:14
What is Religious Trauma? With Dr. Kerry Horrell
Tyson talks with Dr. Kerry Horrell, Assistant Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Baylor College of Medicine and Clinical Psychologist at the Menninger Clinic, in Houston, TX. They discuss religious trauma, what it is, how it int...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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51:45
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ADHD and Executive Dysfunction: Confronting Shame and Embracing Healthier Ways to Adapt with Dr. Baylee Hoey
Tyson sits down with Dr. Baylee Hoey to discuss the kinds of executive dysfunction someone with ADHD might encounter, the kind of shame they might feel throughout their life as they have difficulties adapting to the world, and how they can crea...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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46:57
What are SSRIs and how do they work? With Matias Massaro, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Tyson once again talks with Matias Massaro, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP. They discuss SSRIs, the most common (and most reliable) form of psychotropic medication. They explain what is known about how SSRIs work, the risks and side effe...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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1:17:01
What is psychopharmacology and how can it help with therapy? With Matias Massaro, PMHNP
Tyson sits down with Matias Massaro, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP. They discuss psychiatric medications, how to get them, how they help alongside psychotherapy, and reasons that people may be resistant to medications. <...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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59:50
What is EMDR? Part 2 with Dr. Olivia Painter
Tyson and Dr. Painter continue their conversation about EMDR, what it is, how it works, and the process of going through EMDR treatment. In this second half of the conversation, they discuss the final four phases of EMDR, who might benefit from...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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38:02
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What is EMDR? Part 1 with Dr. Olivia Painter
In this first of a two part episode, Tyson talks with Dr. Olivia Painter, Psychological Resident at Relational Psych, about EMDR therapy, how it works, and some of the process. Their conversation will continue in the next episode.
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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38:20
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Me Myself and I: Multiplicity of Self with Brian Pendergast
Tyson talks with one of the inspirations for this podcast, Brian Pendergast, MA. They explore what it means to have multiple parts of the self, how multiplicity relates to trauma, and how it shows up in therapy. They also create a new tabletop ...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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1:01:53
