When we send verbal and non-verbal signals, we think the other person understands what we’re trying to say. In reality, we need to stop assuming we know how others perceive us and vice versa. In today’s show, we discuss the 12 mental habits that can give us top-notch communication skills. Click on the player below […]

Do you have mental patterns or habits you’d like to change? Or would you rather focus on your strengths and become a better version of yourself? In today’s show, Dr. Jen Friedman explains the difference between therapy and coaching. Which might be a better fit for you? Click on the player below to listen now!

It’s been 15 minutes — Maybe I should check social media, just in case. Sound familiar? Do you have a fear of missing out? Or a compulsive need to check, and re-check, your notifications? In today’s show, Gabe and psychologist Robert Duff have an enlightening discussion on how the information age is affecting our mental […]

Happy 25th anniversary, Psych Central! Today we take a trip down memory lane to when Psych Central was just a twinkle in Dr. John Grohol’s eye more than a quarter century ago. Join us for a great discussion on how Psych Central went from a hobby site to the largest independent mental health resource on […]

Motherhood is full of incredible rewards but can be wrought with struggles like self-doubt. In today’s show, motherhood expert Katherine Wintsch discusses the dragon of “mom doubt.” Whether it’s comparing yourself to other moms on social media or being hard on yourself for the weight you’ve gained, this feeling of being “less-than” can lead to […]

In today’s Psych Central Podcast, originally a live recording on Facebook, Gabe talks with Okpara Rice, MSW. They tackle all of the tough subjects: white privilege, systemic racism, disparities in education and Black Lives Matter. Tune in for an informative discussion that leaves no stone unturned. Click on the player below to listen now!

What exactly does a therapist do? Is therapy only for people with severe mental illness, like bipolar disorder? In this Psych Central Podcast, we welcome therapist Clay Cockrell, LCSW, who clears up any misunderstandings about therapy and explains why therapy can be good for anyone in mental pain or who simply needs to talk. Click […]

“I’m such a loser. I can’t believe I just said that.” Sound familiar? Most of us live with a constant inner critic telling us everything we’ve done wrong. Why is this? And how can we fix it? In today’s show, author Kevin Stacey helps us reign in our brain’s natural negativity bias. Click on the […]

Are you a victim of stigma? Do you feel like you have less value in society because of your job, income, ethnicity or your mental health diagnosis? In today’s Psych Central Podcast, Gabe talks with anthropologists Alex Brewis and Amber Wutich about the negative impacts of stigma in society. They discuss the factors that drive […]

In 2006, a 19-year-old woman struggling with drug addiction and a history of abuse came to stay in the living room of a young man, who would later post about his unforgettable 5-day experience getting to know her. As a result, the idea for the non-profit To Write Love on Her Arms was born. In […]