S6 E13: Dr. Kevin McCauley on a Compassionate View of Addiction
Beyond Theory
In the season finale of Beyond Theory, we speak with Meadows Senior Fellow Dr. Kevin McCauley about how addiction creates dysfunction in the brain's dopamine-based value/reward system. We also revisit a conversation from last season about fentanyl and the use of CBD.
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S6 E12: Dr. Claudia Black on Healing the Whole Famly
Beyond Theory
In this episode, we sit down with Meadows Senior Fellow Dr. Claudia Black as she explains why chronic, ongoing trauma can be very damaging to a child's development and lead to emotional dysregulation. We also have a conversation about why the power of storytelling can be impactful in conveying the emotional truth of traumatic experiences.
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S6 E11 Dr. Tian Dayton on Experiential Trauma Therapy
Beyond Theory
In this episode, Meadows Senior Fellow Dr. Tian Dayton discusses why role-playing is a core element of psychodrama and how it helps people externalize inner dynamics to see issues from different perspectives. Later, she explains why it's important for therapists to trust the process and remember to be of service to the client.
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S6 E10: Dr. Stefanie Carnes on Compulsive and Addictive Sexual Behavior
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In this episode, MBH Senior Fellow Dr. Stefanie Carnes discusses the controversies surrounding compulsive sexual behavior disorder and its history seeking legitimacy as a diagnosis. She covers the role of complex trauma and attachment issues in driving these behaviors, as well as the need to recognize that women also struggle with compulsive sexuality.
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S6 E9: Sean Walsh on Leadership in Behavioral Health
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In this episode we speak with Meadows Behavioral Healthcare Chief Executive Officer Sean Walsh. Listen in as we discuss how our Senior Fellows impact the care we provide, the process that goes into evaluating expansion efforts, and the importance of recovery coaching.
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S6 E8: Erie Hebert on Resiliency (Part 2)
Beyond Theory
In this episode, we conclude our conversation with Erie Hebert who shares details of his challenging upbringing and the other hurdles he overcame before taking the helm of The Meadows Outpatient Center-Austin. Throughout his journey, he displayed incredible resilience that provides a powerful example of overcoming adversity. If you need someone to talk to, visit 988lifeline.org for more information.
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S6 E7: Erie Hebert on Resiliency (Part 1)
Beyond Theory
For the first episode in this two-part discussion, Erie Hebert opens up about his personal experiences overcoming adversity. His story highlights how trauma impacts people in complex ways, and how healing requires connection and can lead to serving others.
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S6 E6: Jack Register on Toxic Masculinity
Beyond Theory
In this episode, we speak with Jack Register, Clinical Director of the Claudia Black Young Adult Center, about toxic masculinity. He talks us through his experience as a military kid and the transition to being in relationships as an adult. Jack also shares how he helps young men navigate their emotions in his work here at MBH.
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S6 E5: Mike Gurr on Navigating Parenting
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Parenting teenagers with mental health issues can be extremely challenging, but there are professional treatment options like therapy and residential programs that can provide individualized, trauma-informed care to help kids heal. As Executive Director of the Meadows Adolescent Center, Mike Gurr explains the assessments and protocols they use to support teens struggling with anxiety, depression and self-harm. Though the parenting journey has ups and downs, Gurr emphasizes that with the right treatment and family engagement, transformative change is possible.
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S6 E4: Magnus Johnson on Mission 22
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In this special Veterans Day episode, we speak with Magnus Johnson, founder of Mission 22. He details his military service, why he started his non-profit, and shares thoughts on veteran suicide and mental health issues.
info_outlineLet’s say you have been in recovery for a few years. The negative behavior has gone away, but you still feel like something is missing. Maybe you are still hurting. Today we speak with Dr. Elisa Hallerman about doing the inner work to deepen our recovery and reconnect with our soul.
Beyond Theory, powered by Meadows Behavioral Healthcare, is produced and hosted by me, Dominic Lawson. You can discover more at BeyondTheoryPodcast.com.
Special thanks to Dr. Elisa Hallerman, author of Soulbriety. To find out more about her book and her work, go to Dr.Hallerman.com
Sources to create this episode of Beyond Theory include the Tell Your Story podcast, Inc Magazine, Psychology Today, and Variety Media