What happens when we don’t hug people for a while? In this episode, we will explore the science of hugs and why they are so important for our mental health. We will also explore ways in which we can continue to care for ourselves when hugs are

Balancing Pain and Pleasure

Apr 7th, 2022 24m 52s

Have you ever noticed that you feel good after a long run? Or after a hard cry? That's because our brain is constantly balancing our levels of pain and pleasure. After a painful experience, our brains are meant to increase our dopamine levels t

The Power of Group Therapy with Tanya Cole-Lesnick, LCSW

Mar 31st, 2022 43m 51s

n today's episode, I speak with Tanya Cole-Lesnick, LCSW and coach since 1995. Tanya's practice focuses on group therapy, and how the power of group can transform our therapy experiences. She has extensive experience in outpatient hospital ment

Imposter Syndrome: What is it, and how to Combat it

Mar 24th, 2022 25m 36s

Imposter Syndrome is a phrase that gets thrown around a lot these days. But what exactly does it mean, and do we all actually suffer from it? In this episode, we talk about all of the ways we can experience Imposter Syndrome, and ways that you

What is Dialectical Behavior Therapy?

Mar 17th, 2022 30m 2s

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is an evidence-based therapeutic approach that helps us create lasting behavioral change. In this episode, we explore the development of DBT, the creator Marsha Linehan, and what it looks like to be a member o

DBT Skill: Building Mastery

Mar 10th, 2022 16m 19s

Building Mastery is a DBT skill that helps you recognize what you are already doing well. It also helps you recognize how good you feel when you are learning new things. It is important to keep track of all of the things we are doing well! Jo

Grounding and Mindfulness with Dr. Alixandra Blackman

Feb 24th, 2022 43m 20s

We use terms like grounding and mindfulness often, but what do they actually mean? In today's episode, I speak with Dr. Alixandra Blackman, a psychologist in New York City. We speak about what these terms mean, and how to integrate them into ou

BRCA and mental health with Karen Ford, M.S. Ed., C.L.C.

Feb 17th, 2022 40m 59s

Testing positive for the BRCA gene requires people to make challenging decisions regarding their physical health. Being a BRCA carrier means your rate for various cancers, including breast, ovarian, and melanoma, greatly increase. It requires o

Pregnancy Loss and Termination for Medical Reasons with Dr. Julie Bindeman

Feb 10th, 2022 53m 11s

There are many types of pregnancy losses one can experience. Termination for Medical Reasons (TFMR) is a type of pregnancy loss that often goes undiscussed, and the impact on one's mental health can be noticable. In this episode, I speak with D

Birth Trauma and Brainspotting with Jana Glass, LPC, PMH-C

Feb 3rd, 2022 1h 8m

In today's episode, I share a conversation with professional counselor and perinatal mental health clinician, Jana Glass. Jana is the owner of Supportive Solutions in Atlanta, GA. She specializes in birth trauma and Brainspotting. New informati

Taproot Therapy's Monthly Webinars: DBT, CBT, and Shame Resilience

Jan 28th, 2022 55m 35s

Taproot Therapy provides free monthly webinars! This month, we spoke about Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Shame Resilience. This is a great webinar for any providers out there, but it is also helpful for everyon

Improving the Quality of your Sleep and Reducing Sleep Anxiety

Jan 20th, 2022 29m 45s

We all know that sleep is crucial to our wellbeing! And we hear a lot about how to improve our sleep routines and sleep hygiene. In this episode, I'm going to focus more on the neuroscience behind sleep and our circadian rhythms. We talk about

Negativity Bias

Jan 6th, 2022 22m 28s

Our brains are hardwired for negativity! A negativity bias is our brain's ability to focus on the negative events of our lives. As a result, we focus heavily on the negative aspects of our lives, and tend to downplay, or even ignore, the positi

Moderating Alcohol Use During the Holidays

Dec 22nd, 2021 27m 1s

In our final episode of the season, we offer one final tip for the holidays: moderating your alcohol use. If you are hoping to moderate your alcohol use this holiday season, or abstain entirely, this episode covers some helpful tips and tools t

Caring for Children During the Holidays

Dec 16th, 2021 51m 36s

In today's episode, I speak with child and play therapist, Brooke Brown. Brooke is a therapist at our practice, Taproot Therapy. In this episode, we talk about all of the ways we can support children during the holidays, as well as ways in whic

DBT Skills for Surviving the Holidays

Dec 9th, 2021 28m 43s

The holidays can be a tidal wave of emotions: stress, joy, love, connection, overwhelm! In this episode, I outline some skills from Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) that will be helpful in navigating all of your emotions this holiday season.

Encore Episode: Happy Thanksgiving From Taproot Therapy!

Nov 18th, 2021 44m 19s

Happy Thanksgiving! To celebrate this year, we are sharing our previous episodes on our gratitude challenge. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter : @TaprootTherapyNYC

Dialectical Behavior Therapy Interpersonal Effectiveness skill: DEARMAN

Nov 4th, 2021 29m 52s

DEARMAN is an interpersonal effectiveness skill that helps us speak with others as we assert ourselves, or as we practice saying no to situations. It is an incredibly helpful and effective tool that we can use in challenging conversations.

IMPROVE the Moment

Oct 28th, 2021 25m 3s

In today's episode, we explore the Dialectical Behavior Therapy skill, IMPROVE the moment. This acronym is a helpful tool when we are feeling distressed and need to distract ourselves from a challenging moment. By using imagery, meaning, relaxa

Time for Rest and Relaxation - Exploring Katherine May’s “Wintering.”

Oct 21st, 2021 27m 52s

We all need rest and relaxation! And yet, we live in a world that does not prioritize rest, and it’s viewed as weakness. Enter Katherine May! In her book, “Wintering,” she uses winter as a metaphor to help us lean into our difficult times with

DBT Skill: Opposite Action to Emotion

Oct 14th, 2021 11m 38s

This episode explores the Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skill, Opposite Action to Emotion. This skill teaches us to actively behave in opposition to our unwanted emotions. For example, if you are feeling sad and want to stay on your couch

Encore Episode: Wise Mind

Oct 8th, 2021 14m 15s

Erin is on vacation this week, so we are re-releasing one of our more popular episodes, Wise Mind! Wise Mind is a mindfulness skill in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) that helps us differentiate between our emotional mind and our rational m

Spirituality and Psychotherapy with Jennifer Ciraulo, LMSW

Sep 30th, 2021 42m 2s

In today's episode, I speak with Jennifer Ciraulo, psychotherapist and co-founder of Sacred Spaces, a therapy practice in New York City and New Jersey that focuses on spirituality. Jennifer and I discuss how to integrate spirituality into your

Intimacy, Mindfulness, Anxiety and Sex with Kelli Morin, LCSW

Sep 23rd, 2021 48m 1s

In today’s episode, I speak with Kelli Morin, a sex and intimacy therapist in New York City and New Jersey. In this episode, we talk about the importance of sex therapy, and advocating to make it a part of our conversations and wellness. We add

Tips for Surviving a Miscarriage Through the Lens of Shame and Vulnerability

Sep 16th, 2021 28m 56s

In today's episode, we continue our discussion on miscarriage and pregnancy loss. I cover helpful tools for navigating our emotions after a pregnancy loss, including honoring your grief, building your support circle, navigating feelings of sham