Nov 27, 2024
Tobacco users in every state in the U.S. can connect with
well-trained helpers who listen—not lecture—and provide
encouragement and resources to individuals who want to
leave tobacco behind. On request, some states,
including Vermont, send free nicotine replacement
therapy (NRT) such as patches, gum, and...
Oct 30, 2024
Dr. Theresa Moyers, Professor of Psychology at the
University of New Mexico, has collaborated on the
methods, research, and dissemination of motivational
interviewing since the early 1990s. In this episode, Terri
describes therapist attitudes and skills that promote
successful addiction treatment and deeper connections...
Oct 16, 2024
Paul Rodrique—psychotherapist, teacher of insight
meditation and self-compassion, and serious bicyclist—
converses with Geoff and Erin about how Buddhist
psychology informs his work with clients and shares his
view that references to an “authentic self” can distract us
from awareness of a greater whole.
Oct 3, 2024
Content warning: This episode contains discussion of suicide at the end of the podcast. If you or someone you know is in crisis, call or text the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988. The Lifeline provides 24-hour, confidential support to anyone in suicidal crisis or emotional distress. Call 911 in life-threatening...
Sep 18, 2024
Dr. Elizabeth Salisbury-Afshar applies her background—
family medicine, public health, and addiction medicine—
to conscientious, respectful, individualized clinical care to
people with substance use disorders, including their
medical complications. She reminds us all, however, not
to stop there. For lasting change,...