500: Celebrating Rhonda's Triumphant Leadership - and a Sad Goodbye
Feeling Good Podcast | TEAM-CBT - The New Mood Therapy
Release Date: 05/04/2026
523: When Depression Is the Expression of Love
Feeling Good Podcast | TEAM-CBT - The New Mood Therapy
When Depression Is the Expression of Love Hosts:Kevin Cornelius, LMFTDr. David Burns When Depression Is the Expression of Love This episode is inspired by Dr. David Burns’ Psychology Today article, “When Love Masquerades as Depression.” Kevin and David explore the surprising idea that painful emotions such as depression, guilt, and shame can sometimes reflect a person’s deepest values and capacity to love. What if depression, guilt, and shame aren't always signs that something is wrong with us—but can sometimes be distorted expressions of something deeply meaningful and positive? In...
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522: What If the Real Antidepressant is You?
Feeling Good Podcast | TEAM-CBT - The New Mood Therapy
What If the Real Antidepressant Is You? The placebo effect is powerful—and why that truth matters more than you think. Hosts:Kevin Cornelius, LMFTDr. David Burns What if one of the most widely accepted ideas in mental health isn't true? In this fascinating episode, Dr. David Burns and Kevin Cornelius discuss David's recent Psychology Today article, "What If the Real Antidepressant Is You? The Placebo Effect Is Powerful—and Why That Truth Matters More Than You Think." Together they explore decades of research on antidepressants, the surprising power of the placebo effect, and why giving...
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521: Ask David-Friendship, Rejection, and Anxiety About Sleep
Feeling Good Podcast | TEAM-CBT - The New Mood Therapy
Ask David: Friendship, Rejection, and Anxiety About Sleep Hosts:Kevin Cornelius, LMFTDr. David BurnsGuest: Dr. Matt May In this Ask David episode of the Feeling Good Podcast, David Burns, Dr. Matt May, and Kevin Cornelius tackle two listener questions: one about the painful experience of feeling that your efforts at friendship aren’t being reciprocated, and another about anxiety-induced insomnia. The conversation explores a common theme underlying both problems: our suffering often comes not only from what happens, but from the thoughts and assumptions we make about what happens. When...
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520: Ask David--Grief, Love and Letting Go
Feeling Good Podcast | TEAM-CBT - The New Mood Therapy
Ask David: Grief, Love and Letting Go Hosts:Kevin Cornelius, LMFTDr. David BurnsGuest: Dr. Matt May In this Ask David episode of The Feeling Good Podcast, David Burns, Kevin Cornelius, and Matt May explore three emotionally difficult situations: watching a child struggle and desperately wanting to help, grieving the loss of someone you love, and trying to pursue a romantic relationship with someone who has clearly said no. The common thread? Our suffering often increases when we try to control something—or someone—that we cannot control. When Your Child Is Struggling The episode begins...
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519: What Therapists Get Wrong—and How to Fix It
Feeling Good Podcast | TEAM-CBT - The New Mood Therapy
Episode 519: What Therapists Get Wrong—and How to Fix It Hosts:Kevin Cornelius, LMFTDr. David BurnsGuest: Jeremy Karmel What happens when therapy becomes something you simply keep doing rather than something that actually helps you get better? In this lively and provocative episode of The Feeling Good Podcast, Kevin Cornelius, LMFT, joins Dr. David Burns and Jeremy Karmel for a candid conversation about some of the biggest problems they see in modern mental health care—and what therapists can do differently. Jeremy brings a unique perspective to the discussion: he experienced severe...
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518: Why So Much Therapy Doesn't Work (And What Actually Does)
Feeling Good Podcast | TEAM-CBT - The New Mood Therapy
Episode 518: Why So Much Therapy Doesn't Work (And What Actually Does) Hosts: Kevin Cornelius, LMFT Dr. David Burns Guest: Jeremy Karmel What happens when therapy doesn’t work? In this provocative episode of The Feeling Good Podcast, David Burns and Jeremy Karmel join Kevin Cornelius to examine some uncomfortable questions about the mental health field: Why do some people remain in therapy for years without getting better? Why do so few therapists measure their patients’ progress? What happens when therapists become overly attached to one particular school of therapy? And how can we make...
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517: How a Bloody Trauma Case Cured My Lifelong Blood Phobia
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Episode 517: How a Bloody Trauma Case Cured My Lifelong Blood Phobia Hosts: Kevin Cornelius, LMFT Dr. David Burns Episode Summary Can your greatest fear become one of your greatest strengths? In this deeply personal episode, Dr. David Burns shares the remarkable true story of how a severe lifelong blood phobia nearly ended his medical career—and how one unforgettable day in the emergency room transformed that fear forever. David recounts his unconventional path to becoming a psychiatrist, including almost dropping out of medical school, taking years away from medicine, living without money...
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516: The Man Who Was Fired Five Times
Feeling Good Podcast | TEAM-CBT - The New Mood Therapy
The Man Who Was Fired Five Times How Letting Go of Blame Can Transform Your Life Hosts: Kevin Cornelius, LMFT Dr. David Burns What if the biggest obstacle to your happiness isn't your depression, your anxiety, or even the difficult people around you? What if it's the belief that everyone else needs to change first? In this powerful episode of the Feeling Good Podcast, Dr. David Burns and host Kevin Cornelius, LMFT, discuss one of David's favorite therapy stories from his recent Psychology Today article, "The Man Who Was Fired Five Times." What begins as the story of a brilliant computer...
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515: Ask David-When Negative Thoughts Won't Stop
Feeling Good Podcast | TEAM-CBT - The New Mood Therapy
Episode 515: Ask David Parenting Meltdowns, Real-Time TEAM-CBT, and When Negative Thoughts Won't Stop What do you do when your child has a public meltdown—and you feel your own frustration rising just as quickly? And what if your mind feels so overwhelmed with anxious or depressive thoughts that completing a Daily Mood Log seems impossible? In this Ask David episode, Dr. David Burns is joined by host Kevin Cornelius, LMFT, and Psychiatrist/TEAM-CBT therapist Dr. Matt May to answer two thoughtful listener questions that many parents and therapy enthusiasts will recognize. Together, they...
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514: Ask David w/ Dr. Matt May
Feeling Good Podcast | TEAM-CBT - The New Mood Therapy
514: Ask David w/ Dr. Matt May Schizophrenia, Resistance, TEAM's Future, and What Makes a Great Therapist In this thought-provoking Ask David episode, Dr. David Burns is joined by Kevin Cornelius, LMFT, and special guest Dr. Matt May, psychiatrist, TEAM-CBT therapist, and longtime colleague of Dr. Burns. Together, they tackle challenging listener questions about schizophrenia, emotional suffering, resistance to change, therapist training, and the future of psychotherapy. Along the way, the conversation becomes deeply personal as David reflects on the qualities that shaped the development of...
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500: Celebrating Rhonda's Triumphant Leadership -
and a Sad Goodbye
In this very special 500th episode of the Feeling Good Podcast, Matt May, Jill Levitt and I pause to celebrate a remarkable milestone, our 500th episode of the Feeling Good podcast, and to honor someone who has been at the heart of it for the past 273 episodes: Rhonda Barovsky
Since stepping into the role of host, Rhonda has brought warmth, wisdom, curiosity, and deep compassion to every conversation. Her presence has helped shape the podcast into a trusted space for learning, healing, personal growth, and building the TEAM community. Week after week, she has guided thoughtful discussions on mood, relationships, anxiety, depression, and the many challenges of being human—with authenticity and grace.
Rhonda’s unique ability to ask meaningful questions, highlight practical tools, and connect with listeners has made an immeasurable impact. Whether exploring TEAM CBT techniques or sharing personal reflections, she has helped countless listeners feel seen, understood, and empowered.
As Rhonda steps down from her role as host, this episode is dedicated to celebrating her contributions and expressing deep gratitude for all she has given to this community.
In this episode, we:
- Reflect on Rhonda’s journey with the podcast and how she became such an integral part of its success
- Highlight memorable moments and favorite episodes from her time as host
- Share behind-the-scenes stories and personal reflections
- Express appreciation from listeners and the broader Feeling Good community
This is not goodbye—it’s a transition. Rhonda leaves behind a powerful legacy and a strong foundation that will continue to inspire future episodes and listeners around the world.
Thank you, Rhonda, for your dedication, your heart, and your unwavering commitment to helping people feel better.
And to our listeners: thank you for being part of these 500 episodes. We’re so glad you’re here—and we’re excited for what comes next as Kevin Cornelius steps into the role of the Feeling Good Podcast host. Welcome, Kevin!
Warmly,
David, Rhonda, Matt and Jill