The Self Careapist Therapist Podcast
A podcast for therapists and mental health pros; real talk, clinical tools, and self-care in under an hour. You’ll leave every episode with something you can apply with your clients today.
The Self Careapist Therapist Podcast is your go-to space for therapists, interns, and lifelong students who want both professional growth and personal resilience.
Hosted by Lorain Moorehead, LCSW, EMDR Certified Consultant, Clinical Supervisor, and ASU Faculty Associate, this show blends evidence-based practice with therapist-to-therapist conversations that pull back the curtain on real clinical work.
You’ll hear about:
- Trauma treatment, EMDR, DBT, CBT & specialty care
- Supporting neurodivergent and marginalized communities
- Perinatal mental health, supervision hacks, and practice-building
- Self-care for therapists and emotional clarity for clients
New episodes every other Wednesday: education in under an hour.
If you’ve been searching for one of the best new podcasts, self-help podcasts, or podcasts for therapists and mental health, this is the show that connects learning with action.
The Self Careapist Therapist Podcast
Strengthening Emotional Bonds and Fostering Deep Connections in Couples Therapy with Dr. Marni Feuerman
In this episode, Lorain sits down with Dr. Marni Feuerman, LCSW, LMFT, clinical psychologist and author of Ghosted and Breadcrumbed to explore different approaches to couples therapy including the two she's highly trained in--Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and Gottman. We cover the key tenants of both approaches, how to get started with them, as well as attachment styles and chemistry. Dr. Feuerman is a self-proclaimed therapy nerd and was able to give some key insight into how she has used her endless curiousity to expand and establish her career.
Time stamps:
00:00 Journey Through Couples Therapy Training
02:52 The Evolution of EFT and Its Applications
05:44 Experiential Learning in Therapy
08:35 Initial Sessions and Assessment Strategies
11:38 Integrating Individual and Couples Therapy
14:33 The Role of Writing and Public Speaking in Therapy
17:33 Understanding Relationship Patterns and Solutions
31:03 Reverse Engineering Relationships
32:57 Understanding Attachment Styles
34:24 The Role of Chemistry in Relationships
39:17 Navigating Initial Attraction
43:50 Continuous Learning for Therapists
47:25 Practical Steps for Aspiring Therapists
Key References from episode:
The Talking Solution- Dr. Feuerman's Psychotherapy Practice
Dr. Marni
The Self Careapist Therapist Podcast is a biweekly conversation with Lorain Moorehead, LCSW a licensed clinical social worker and owner of Lorain Moorehead Therapy and Consultation in Arizona where we specialize in High Achieving Professionals, EMDR, perinatal mental health, and clinical supervision. We cover therapeutic specialties with mental health professionals from intern to advanced supervisor in mind while dropping gems and aha moments for everyone who loves to learn! If you love learning and want to keep track of some futher learning opportunities, grab your learning map here!
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