It’s Not About the Sex

Beyond Anti-Depressants: TMS as an Alternative - Dr. Martha Koo

Today we welcome Dr. Martha Koo, Board Certified in Psychiatry andAddiction Medicine, who describes the treatment of depression withTranscranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS). Dr. Koo shares the history andcurrent usage of TMS with patients who have not responded effectivelywith antidepressants or ECT. This cutting-edge approach is a best-keptsecret in the mental health field so don’t miss this informative andresourceful episode.
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Got Consultation? - Susskind & Merlino

In this up close and personal episode, Andrew and Sue explore thechallenges associated with asking for help. Andrew reviews his 30-yearjourney of not only learning how to ask for help but becoming more andmore comfortable seeking consultation from trusted friends, colleaguesand mentors.
To contact Andrew please do so through his website: https://westsidetherapist.com

Reigniting Intimate Connection - Linda Landon, PCC

As a certified life and recovery coach, Linda works extensively with couples
interested in revitalizing their intimate, sexual connection. With a focus on
deeper contact to self and to one another, Linda shares her respectful approach
to couples in recovery including somatic tools, mindfulness and “homeplay” that
she suggests for practice between sessions. With many years of personal and
professional experience, this conversation will take you up close and personal
toward the healing of sexual challenges.

The MindTravel Experience - Susskind & Merlino

 Andrew and Sue discuss their recent experience on Santa Monica Beach entitled “MindTravel”. In this episode, they re-visit the theme of forgiveness which was the focal point of this multi-sensory experience. Spiritual? Metaphysical? Psychological? All of the above were present during this highly-creative experiential evening.

Sexual Integrity - Dr. Steven Davidson

In this episode we discuss sexual integrity based on Dr. Davidson’s book of the same name. We also take a fresh look at the depathologizing language of compulsive sexual behavior rather than sex addiction. Dr. Davidson shares his direct, psycho-educational approach to working with couples to help them expand their capacity for discussing and exploring sex in safe and productive ways.

Positive Psychology and Coaching - Susskind & Merlino

Did you know that the term Positive Psychology was coined less than twenty-five years ago? Although it’s one of the newer additions to the mental health field, it has taken its place as a refreshing, optimistic approach to life fulfillment. In today’s episode we take a look at its connection to coaching as well as a comparison with the Twelve Steps and psychotherapy.

Self-Compassion Break - Susskind

Mindful self-compassion has taken the world by storm as a power tool for wellness and self-acceptance. Borrowing from the Self-Compassion. Break developed by Chris Germer and Kristin Neff, Andrew walks you through this exercise which provides a valuable way to speak to yourself kindly and mindfully.

Interview with Sue Merlino

To celebrate our 75th episode, we turn the tables on our podcast producer, Sue Merlino as we discuss her career which has involved several twists and turns but always comes back to both storytelling and connection. As a close friend and collaborator for the past 37 years, Sue and Andrew take a stroll down memory lane as well as a mindful chat about purpose and direction.

Gut Health and Addiction - Edison DeMello, MD

Dr. Edison DeMello, an integrative physician and author of the recent groundbreaking book Bloated? joins us for an informative, mind-body-spirit discussion about how addictive, compulsive behaviors can be related to the gut.  He normalizes the shame often attached to painful gastrointestinal issues while offering practical healing strategies. Listen to Dr. DeMello’s depth of expertise and refreshing perspective toward optimizing health and wellbeing.

Brainspotting - Susskind & Merlino

Today’s episode entitled Brainspotting: A Step by Step Approach goes behind the scenes and into an actual session. Although it’s a worldwide phenomenon utilized in more than 70 countries, Brainspotting remains a mystery to many. In this episode Andrew and Sue offer a step by step demonstration of the standard sequence used in this healing process.