Psychotherapy
Psychiatric Service Dogs
Posted on January 7, 2026 by Liz Dederich
Nearly two million dogs in the U.S. are tasked with being more than just cute and cuddly. These dogs are Emotional Support Dogs. Some of these animals have a even more challenging role of being a Psychiatric Service Dog. How useful in healing are they? Who can best benefit from their support? Dick’s guest, Jane […]
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Read MoreDisordered Eating
Posted on December 17, 2025 by Liz Dederich
About one in eleven Americans will suffer sometime in their life from disordered eating. Treating eating disorders can be extensive, arduous and very expensive, ranging from thousands to hundreds of thousands of dollars. What are the problematic disordered eating patterns and how can they best be treated? Dick’s guest, Carolyn Karroll is a Licensed Clinical […]
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Read MoreMass Shootings (Encore)
Posted on September 11, 2025 by Liz Dederich
Since 2006, there have been over 600 mass shootings in the United States, resulting in more than 3,000 murders. Why these large numbers? Who are these mass shooters? How can we intelligently address this issue? Dick’s guest, Dr. Richard LaBrie is a Clinical Psychologist who specializes in mass and individual trauma.
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Read MoreUnderstanding & Preventing Suicide
Posted on July 9, 2025 by Liz Dederich
Suicide in America is on a steady longterm rise. Over 49,000 people took their own lives in 2023. Why is this? What can be done to prevent suicide when someone you know may be at risk? Dick’s guest, Tom Butero is a licensed independent clinical social worker in Massachusetts and has devoted the last 50 […]
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Read MorePsychedelic Therapies
Posted on December 4, 2024 by Liz Dederich
There has been a growing acceptance of the use of psychedelics to treat depression, anxiety and PTSD when traditional therapies provide no improvements. What is hype and what is real? Dick’s guest, Dr. Matthew Banks is a Professor of Anesthesiology and Affiliate Professor of Neuroscience at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public […]
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Read MoreAdults Dealing with Toxic Parents (Encore)
Posted on November 20, 2024 by Liz Dederich
The pain of having a toxic parent doesn’t end when you grow up. What is a toxic parent? How can the adult child end or reduce the suffering a toxic parent can inflict? Dick’s guest, Lesa Fischer is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Madison, Wisconsin.
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Read MoreDepressed Men in Marriage
Posted on October 9, 2024 by Liz Dederich
Men tend to be less open and expressive about their feelings than women. That can sometimes create a challenge in their marriage. When men are depressed that can add additional stress on their relationship. Dick’s guest, Steven Blank is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in private practice in Madison, Wisconsin.
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Read MoreMen’s Mental Health
Posted on July 17, 2024 by Liz Dederich
Is American men’s mental health worse than American women’s? Men commit suicide 3 1/2 times more frequently. Men are less likely to seek treatment for addiction or mental health disorders like depression. Do these things relate to the fact that life expectancy of men is 5.8 years less than women? Dick’s guest, Dr. Jim Hollis […]
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Read MoreThe Youth Mental Health Crisis
Posted on April 24, 2024 by Liz Dederich
In 2019, 13% of adolescents reported having a major depressive episode. That was an increase of 60% in just over a decade. For people 10 to 24, suicide rates increased that same percentage in the same period of time. What is going on with our youth? Is it easily explained by social media and smart […]
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Read MoreDepression
Posted on April 10, 2024 by Liz Dederich
Depression is almost an epidemic. Nearly one in five Americans will experience at least one bout of depression in their lifetime. Are there ways people can help themselves? Can depression be managed without medication? Dick’s guest, Faust Ruggerio is a therapist and author of “The Fix Yourself depression Handbook.”
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Read MoreBipolar Disorder
Posted on August 9, 2023 by Liz Dederich
What is bipolar disorder (formerly known as manic depression)? How common is it? Can it be cured, treated or controlled? Dick’s guest is Tina Willits. She has a masters degree in social work and currently manages senior living communities and home healthcare for seniors. Tina was diagnosed with bipolar disorder after manic episodes in her […]
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Read MoreUnfulfilling Relationships
Posted on July 26, 2023 by Liz Dederich
How do you know when it’s time to leave an unfulfilling relationship? Is this issue any different for a man than a woman? Dick’s guest, Sandra Wood is a life coach, speaker and co-author of Transforming Your Life.
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Read MoreHypnotherapy
Posted on July 12, 2023 by Liz Dederich
Can hypnotherapy be a simpler and more effective method to treat some psychological problems? What is the process? Who is a good candidate? Dick’s guest, Dr. John McGrail is a clinical hypnotherapist and the author of The Synthesis Effect: Your Direct Path to Personal Power and Transformation.
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Read MoreCounseling Seniors
Posted on May 3, 2023 by Liz Dederich
As baby boomers become seniors in large numbers, more therapists are trying to respond to their needs. What are these unique issues and how can therapists apply their knowledge and skills to help seniors? Dick’s guest, Donna Swanson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and has 27 years of experience specializing in seniors and their […]
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Read MorePTSD Following ICU Stays
Posted on April 20, 2023 by Liz Dederich
20% of patients who have been in the intensive care unit suffer from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. Why is that the case? Can improving protocols reduce that percentage? Dick’s guest, Barbara Perkins, LCSW, has over 12 years experience working with patients in large hospitals both during their stays and in aftercare. She is also in […]
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Read MoreShame (Encore)
Posted on April 5, 2023 by Liz Dederich
Encore: Everyone has some shame. It can diminish our happiness. How do we understand and better deal with our own sense of shame? Dick’s guest, Darald Hanusa, is Senior Lecturer Emeritus at the UW-Madison School of Social Work and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 40 years of counseling experience.
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Read MoreWhy Some Men Are Abusive
Posted on March 8, 2023 by Liz Dederich
One out of four men in a committed relationship are physically or emotionally abusive. What are the roots for this abuse? How can men be treated to stop the cycle that may have started in their own childhood? Dick’s guest, Darald Hanusa, is Senior Lecturer Emeritus at the UW-Madison School of Social Work and a […]
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Read MoreAdults Dealing with Toxic Parents (Encore)
Posted on November 23, 2022 by Liz Dederich
The pain of having a toxic parent doesn’t end when you grow up. What is a toxic parent? How can the adult child end or reduce the suffering a toxic parent can inflict? Dick’s guest, Lesa Fischer is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Madison, Wisconsin.
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Read MoreEncore: PTSD – Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
Posted on August 3, 2022 by Liz Dederich
Encore: 1 out of 11 Americans will suffer from post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in their lifetime. Does every trauma lead to PTSD? What treatments work best at reducing PTSD symptoms? Dick’s guest is Dr. Chad Wetterneck, a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in using cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) in the treatment of anxiety and posttraumatic stress […]
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Read MoreEncore: Subtle Emotional Abuse
Posted on July 20, 2022 by Liz Dederich
Encore: What constitutes emotional abuse? What are the most common patterns of subtle emotional abuse? What is the healthy response for a victim of emotional abuse? Dick’s guest is Amber Ault, Ph.D., MSW, a sociologist, teacher, trainer, author and psychotherapist. Her areas of clinical expertise include personality disorders, the treatment of trauma, crisis intervention, and suicide risk […]
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Read MoreImpostor Syndrome
Posted on April 27, 2022 by Liz Dederich
Impostor Syndrome (also known as Impostor Phenomenon) is the fear of not being the competent and capable person people believe you to be. How common is this phenomenon? Is there anything that be done to lessen this fear? Dick’s guest, Darald Hanusa, is Senior Lecturer Emeritus at the UW-Madison School of Social Work and a […]
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Read MoreSuicide in America
Posted on March 16, 2022 by Liz Dederich
Why do people attempt suicide? How many are successful? What can we learn from those who survive an attempt? Is our culture causing high suicide rates? Dick’s guest, Jessica Williams is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Clinical Supervisor at The Center for Grief and Trauma Therapy. She developed a behavioral health screening protocol applicable […]
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Read MoreNarcissistic Abuse Recovery
Posted on February 16, 2022 by Liz Dederich
Imagine choosing to live with a partner who is charming and charismatic yet you find yourself in a toxic relationship. This can happen if your partner has Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD). Dick’s guest Amber Ault is a Ph.D., MSW, clinical sociologist, teacher, trainer and author of The Five Step Exit: The Skills You Need to Leave a […]
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Read MoreTreating Addiction: An Alternative to 12 Step Recovery Programs
Posted on December 8, 2021 by Liz Dederich
Dr. Michael Edelstein, Clinical Psychologist and Author of “Three Minute Therapy: Change Your Thinking, Change Your Life.”, joins Dick to discuss what he sees as shortcomings with 12 step programs and what he feels is a better alternative.
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Read MoreEliminating Anger
Posted on October 13, 2021 by Liz Dederich
Anger is an emotion experienced by almost everyone and can lead to big trouble. Are we better off eliminating anger from our emotional repertoire? How is that possible to do? Dick’s guest, Dr. Michael Edelstein is a long practicing psychotherapist and author of the award-winning book “Three Minute Therapy: Change Your Thinking, Change Your Life.”
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Read MoreUnderstanding and Treating Panic Attacks
Posted on September 1, 2021 by Dick Goldberg
Dick’s guest, psychotherapist and author of the award-winning book “Three Minute Therapy: Change Your Thinking and Change Your Life” Dr. Michael Edelstein, shares his three minute therapy techniques to manage and overcome panic attacks. Bonus content: Dr. Edelstein also discusses his three minute therapy techniques for achieving happiness, overcoming social anxiety and dealing with depression.
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Read MoreEncore: Personality Disorders
Posted on July 8, 2021 by Liz Dederich
What may the guilt-free criminal, the extreme narcissist and the functioning paranoid have in common? Dick’s guests, Dr. Jim McGloin and social worker Lesa Fischer, both of whom have 50 years of combined experience treating personality disorders, provide an outline to understanding this category of mental illness.
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Read MoreBorderline Personality Disorder (BPD)
Posted on June 23, 2021 by Liz Dederich
BPD is one of the toughest personality disorders to treat. What are the characteristics and treatments for BPD? Dick’s guest is Ph.D. Clinical Social Worker Dr. James McGloin, who has over 30 years of experience treating personality disorders.
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Read MoreWhites Counseling Blacks
Posted on May 26, 2021 by Dick Goldberg
Can a white psychotherapist effectively treat black clients? What are the more common errors or even microaggressions that may happen from a lack of cultural awareness? Dick’s guest is psychotherapist Donald Cooper.
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Read MoreAdults Dealing with Toxic Parents
Posted on April 28, 2021 by Dick Goldberg
ENCORE PRESENTATION The pain of having a toxic parent doesn’t end when you grow up. What is a toxic parent? How can the adult child end or reduce the suffering a toxic parent can inflict? Dick’s guest, Lesa Fischer is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Madison, Wisconsin.
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