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Psychotherapy and Applied Psychology
Dr. Daniel W Cox
Frequency: 1 episode/9d. Total Eps: 94
Psychotherapy and Applied Psychology is hosted by Dr. Dan Cox, a professor at the University of British Columbia.
This show delivers engaging discussions with the world's foremost research experts for listeners interested in or practicing psychotherapy or counseling to provide expert insights and practical advice into mental health, psychotherapy practice, and clinical training.
This podcast provides valuable insights whether you are interested in psychotherapy, an applied psychology discipline such as clinical psychology, counseling psychology, or school psychology; or a related discipline such as psychiatry, social work, nursing, or marriage and family therapy.
If you want to learn about cutting edge research, improve your psychotherapy/counseling practice, explore innovative therapeutic techniques, or expand your mental health knowledge, you are in the right place.
This show will provide answers to questions like:
*How will technology influence psychotherapy?
*How effective is teletherapy (online psychotherapy) compared to in-person psychotherapy?
*How can psychotherapists better support clients from diverse cultural backgrounds?
*How can we measure client outcomes in psychotherapy?
*What are the latest evidence-based practices?
*What are the implications of attachment on psychotherapy?
*How can therapists modify treatment to a specific client?
*How can we use technology to improve psychotherapy training?
*What are the most critical skills to develop during psychotherapy training?
*How can psychotherapists improve their interpersonal and communication skills?
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Facilitating Autonomous vs Controlled Motivation: Our Kids to our Clients with Dr. Richard Koestner
Season 3 · Episode 75
mardi 4 novembre 2025 • Duration 41:57
In part 2 with Dr. Richard Koestner, we discuss the concept of hyper-parenting, the pressures parents face regarding their children's achievements, and the importance of balancing autonomy and limit-setting in parenting. Dr. Koestner also explores how these principles apply to education, emphasizing the need for fostering autonomous motivation among students. The discussion further delves into the complexities of goal setting, the impact of external rewards on intrinsic motivation, and the role of autonomy in psychotherapy.
Dr. Koestner is a professor of Psychology at McGill University where he has conducted research on human motivation for 25 years.
Special Guest: Dr. Richard Koestner
Zuroff, D. C., & Koestner, R. (2023). Autonomy support and autonomous motivation: Common factors in counseling and psychotherapy. In R. M. Ryan (Ed.), The Oxford Handbook of Self-Determination Theory (pp. 801-818). Oxford University Press.
For more episodes, video versions, updates, and links related to the show visit:
https://psychotherapyandappliedpsychology.com/
Building Autonomy, Motivation, Identity, & Self Determination with Dr. Richard Koestner
Season 3 · Episode 74
mardi 28 octobre 2025 • Duration 43:58
This week's guest is Dr. Richard Koestner, a professor of Psychology at McGill University where he has conducted research on human motivation for 25 years.
Dr. Koestner discusses the importance of autonomy in motivation, contrasting autonomous motivation with controlled motivation, and emphasizes the role of values in guiding personal interests. Dan and Dr. Koestner explore the complexities of autonomy, including the distinction between reactive and reflective autonomy, and offers insights into how parents and educators can support children's interests without imposing control.
Special Guest: Dr. Richard Koestner
Zuroff, D. C., & Koestner, R. (2023). Autonomy support and autonomous motivation: Common factors in counseling and psychotherapy. In R. M. Ryan (Ed.), The Oxford Handbook of Self-Determination Theory (pp. 801-818). Oxford University Press.
For more episodes, video versions, updates, and links related to the show visit:
https://psychotherapyandappliedpsychology.com/
Encore - Multicultural psychotherapy: Applying the multicultural orientation framework in psychotherapy and clinical training with Dr. Jesse Owen
Season 3 · Episode 65
mardi 26 août 2025 • Duration 01:11:56
This week, we revisit the conversation between Dan and Dr. Jesse Owen about what multicultural psychotherapy really is and how to apply the multicultural orientation framework in psychotherapy and clinical training.
The conversation explores the concept of multicultural orientation (MCO) in psychotherapy/counseling. The MCO framework consists of three pillars: cultural humility, cultural opportunities, and cultural comfort. Cultural humility emphasizes the therapist's willingness to learn from the client's cultural experiences and not assume expertise. Cultural opportunities involve recognizing and exploring cultural aspects that arise in therapy sessions. Cultural comfort refers to the therapist's ability to navigate discomfort when discussing cultural topics. The conversation also touches on the importance of understanding clients' values and beliefs, even when they differ from the therapist's own. The MCO framework focuses on the salient identities, values, and beliefs of clients and how they influence the therapeutic process. It emphasizes the importance of understanding and acknowledging the cultural values and identities of both the therapist and the client. The framework is not intended to be a social justice framework, but rather a process-based model for psychotherapy. It aims to help therapists effectively connect with clients and address their individual needs, regardless of their cultural background. MCO training can also be applied to supervision, with a focus on understanding how the supervisor's and supervisee's identities influence the therapeutic process. Machine learning is being used to develop automated tools that provide real-time feedback and training on MCO skills.
Special Guest: Dr. Jesse Owen
For more episodes, video versions, updates, and links related to the show visit:
https://psychotherapyandappliedpsychology.com/
Personalizing Psychotherapy and Patient Empowerment with Dr. Michael Constantino
Season 3 · Episode 64
vendredi 15 août 2025 • Duration 56:24
Dan welcomes back Dr. Michael Constantino, a professor of clinical psychology and director of the Psychotherapy Research Lab at the University of Massachusetts Amherst.
In part 2, Dan and Dr. Constantino explore the intersection of technology, therapist effectiveness, and patient empowerment in therapy. Dr. Constantino shares on his development of an app that allows patients to match with therapists based on their preferences and effectiveness profiles. Then, Dr. Constantino emphasizes deliberate practice for therapists, the role of humility in enhancing therapist effectiveness, and the significance of cultural humility in therapeutic relationships.
Special Guest: Dr. Michael Constantino
https://www.pcori.org/research-results/2015/matching-patients-therapists-improve-mental-health-care
Constantino, M. J., Coyne, A. E., Boswell, J. F., Goldfried, M. R., & Castonguay, L. G. (2023). Training on context-responsive psychotherapy integration: An evidence-informed framework. In L. G. Castonguay & C. E. Hill (Eds.), Becoming better psychotherapists: Advancing training and supervision (pp. 85–105). American Psychological Association. https://doi.org/10.1037/0000364-005
For more episodes, video versions, updates, and links related to the show visit:
https://psychotherapyandappliedpsychology.com/
Optimizing Outcomes Through Patient-Therapist Matching with Dr. Michael Constantino
Season 3 · Episode 63
mardi 12 août 2025 • Duration 01:02:25
Dan welcomes Dr. Michael Constantino, a professor of clinical psychology and director of the Psychotherapy Research Lab at the University of Massachusetts Amherst.
Dr. Constantino discusses the evolution of psychotherapy research, and the importance of understanding therapist effects and patient-therapist matching. Dr. Constantino emphasizes the limitations of one-size-fits-all treatments and explores how matching patients to therapists based on their strengths can lead to better outcomes, particularly for those with severe issues. Dan and Dr. Constantino dive into findings of the Match Trial, which demonstrated significant benefits of matching patients to therapists with proven effectiveness in treating their specific problems.
Special Guest: Dr. Michael Constantino
https://www.pcori.org/research-results/2015/matching-patients-therapists-improve-mental-health-care
Constantino, M. J., Coyne, A. E., Boswell, J. F., Goldfried, M. R., & Castonguay, L. G. (2023). Training on context-responsive psychotherapy integration: An evidence-informed framework. In L. G. Castonguay & C. E. Hill (Eds.), Becoming better psychotherapists: Advancing training and supervision (pp. 85–105). American Psychological Association. https://doi.org/10.1037/0000364-005
For more episodes, video versions, updates, and links related to the show visit:
https://psychotherapyandappliedpsychology.com/
Breaking the Silence: Male Victimization in Domestic Violence with Dr. Alexandra Lysova
Season 3 · Episode 62
mardi 5 août 2025 • Duration 34:13
Dr. Lysova returns in part 2 to explore the often-overlooked issue of male victimization in domestic violence, discussing the barriers men face in reporting abuse, the cultural perspectives on intimate partner violence, and the psychological impacts of such experiences. Dan and Dr. Lysova discuss the need for more inclusive support systems and better communication strategies to help male victims feel safe and understood.
Dr. Alexandra Lysova is a professor of criminology at Simon Fraser University.
Special Guest: Dr. Alexandra Lysova
Dr. Lysova on:
Canadian Centre for Men & Families
Hines, D. A., & Lysova, A. (2024). Male intimate partner violence victims’ experiences with seeking help from legal system services over time and across countries. Partner Abuse, 15(3), 250–280. https://doi.org/10.1891/PA-2023-0018
For more episodes, video versions, updates, and links related to the show visit:
https://psychotherapyandappliedpsychology.com/
Rethinking Men's Experiences of Intimate Partner Violence with Dr. Alexandra Lysova
Season 3 · Episode 61
mardi 29 juillet 2025 • Duration 48:11
In this episode, Dan is joined by Dr. Alexandra Lysova, professor of criminology at Simon Fraser University.
Dr. Lysova discusses the often-overlooked issue of male victims of intimate partner violence and her journey from studying dysfunctional family communication to focusing on the complexities of domestic violence. Dan and Dr. Lysova expand on the importance of recognizing male victimization, the statistics surrounding it, and the need for a nuanced understanding of interpersonal violence that includes bidirectional and mutual abuse.
Special Guest: Dr. Alexandra Lysova
Dr. Lysova on:
Canadian Centre for Men & Families
Hines, D. A., & Lysova, A. (2024). Male intimate partner violence victims’ experiences with seeking help from legal system services over time and across countries. Partner Abuse, 15(3), 250–280. https://doi.org/10.1891/PA-2023-0018
For more episodes, video versions, updates, and links related to the show visit:
https://psychotherapyandappliedpsychology.com/
Applying HiTOP (a DSM alternative) to Clinical Practice with Dr. Robert Krueger
Season 3 · Episode 60
mardi 22 juillet 2025 • Duration 59:16
In part 2, Dan and Dr. Krueger discuss the importance of understanding personality in the context of psychopathology, emphasizing the HiTOP model's integration of personality traits and symptoms. Dr. Krueger explores the clinical utility of psychopathology profiles, the need for a dimensional approach to psychopathology, and the relevance of interpersonal factors in personality disorders. The conversation also touches on the challenges of implementing the HiTOP model in clinical practice, the significance of therapeutic assessment, and the ongoing evolution of treatment protocols.
Special Guest: Dr. Robert Krueger
Episode Links
HiTOP Model in an image
Original HiTOP Article
HiTOP Self-Report Measures
Sample HiTOP Clinical Assessment Profile
ARCS Institute
Official HiTOP Website
For more episodes, video versions, updates, and links related to the show visit:
https://psychotherapyandappliedpsychology.com/
Revolutionizing Psychiatric Diagnoses: Understanding the HiTOP Model (a DSM Alternative) with Dr. Robert Krueger
Season 3 · Episode 59
mardi 15 juillet 2025 • Duration 41:10
Dr. Robert Krueger returns to the show to join Dan in a conversation into psychiatric diagnoses. Dr. Krueger is a clinical psychologist and member of the DSM-5 Personality Disorders Workgroup.
In this episode, Dan and Dr. Krueger discuss the limitations of the DSM (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders) in accurately diagnosing and treating psychiatric disorders. They explore the complexities of mental health conditions, emphasizing that many individuals do not fit neatly into categorical diagnoses and dive into the Hierarchical Taxonomy of Psychopathology (HiTOP) model, a new framework for understanding psychopathology that is hierarchical and dimensional, allowing for a more nuanced approach to diagnosis and treatment.
Special Guest: Dr. Robert Krueger
Episode Links
HiTOP Model in an image
Original HiTOP Article
HiTOP Self-Report Measures
Sample HiTOP Clinical Assessment Profile
ARCS Institute
Official HiTOP Website
For more episodes, video versions, updates, and links related to the show visit:
https://psychotherapyandappliedpsychology.com/
The Dark Tetrad in the Real World with Dr. Del Paulhus
Season 3 · Episode 58
mardi 8 juillet 2025 • Duration 45:22
Dan is joined for part 2 by Dr. Del Paulhus, Professor Emeritus and personality researcher at the University of British Columbia.
Part 2 continues the exploration of dark personality traits, including sadism, psychopathy, and narcissism, examining their implications on behaviour, gender differences, and personal well-being. Dan and Dr. Paulhus discuss the methodologies used in research, the correlation of these traits with various psychological measures, and the ongoing debates within the field of personality psychology regarding the classification and understanding of these traits.
Special Guest: Dr. Del Paulhus
Additional appearances & resources:
The Cram Podcast
The Jordan Peterson Podcast
Keynote presentation @ the 2015 International Society for the Study of Individual Differences
Paulhus, D. L., Gupta, R., & Jones, D. N. (2021). Dark or disturbed?: Predicting aggression from the Dark Tetrad and schizotypy. Aggressive Behavior, 47(6), 635-645.
Paulhus, D. L. (2014). Toward a taxonomy of dark personalities. Current Directions in Psychological Science, 23, 421-426.
For more episodes, video versions, updates, and links related to the show visit:
https://psychotherapyandappliedpsychology.com/
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