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Season 2, Episode 11: When you think about healing from trauma and addiction, sitting in the grass with a baby goat might not be the first image that comes to mind. But for Hannah Carrizosa, goat yoga is one of the key ways that she helps people get in tune with their minds and bodies. So, how does it work and why do experiential therapies help unlock our emotions?   Learn more about the workshops that the Rio Retreat Center offers, both online and in-person, at https://rioretreatcenter.com/.   To check out more episodes of the Beyond Theory podcast and find all kinds of other resources and tools from Meadows Behavioral Healthcare, visit http://beyondtheorypodcast.com.   Music from this episode provided by Soundstripe.

Beyond Theory presents: In Practice, a new podcast with host David Condos that unravels the pandemic's mental health impact with some of the world’s leading experts in psychology, neuroscience, public health, trauma, and recovery. - Episode 1: These Uncertain Times - Guests: Dr. Jud Brewer, Brown University neuroscientist and psychiatrist - Dr. Romie Mushtaq, neurologist and mindfulness trainer - Dr. Jon Caldwell, trauma-informed psychologist and clinical research investigator -  Search for In Practice on your podcast app and subscribe now, so you won't miss its new episodes! Learn more at www.inpracticepodcast.org.

Beyond Theory presents: In Practice, a new podcast where host David Condos sets out to unravel the pandemic's mental health impact with some of the world’s leading experts in psychology, neuroscience, public health, trauma, and recovery.   Search for In Practice on your podcast app and subscribe now, so you won't miss its new episodes starting August 13th! Learn more at www.inpracticepodcast.org.   On this season of In Practice, guests will include Dr. Peter Levine, Neil Greenberg of Kings College London, Karestan Keonen of Harvard University, Dr. Desireè Kelly of Mental Health America, Dr. Tian Dayton, Dr. Jud Brewer of Brown University, Yolo Akili Robinson of BEAM (Black Emotional and Mental Health Collective), Dr. Farha Abbasi of Michigan State University, Jane Middleton Moz of the University of Toronto, Dr. Kevin McCauley, Dr. Steven Berkowitz of the University of Colorado, Dr. Romie Mushtaq, Dr. Francis McGlone of Liverpool John Moores University, Dr. Claudia Black, Johnny Crowder of Cope Notes, Dr. Jon Caldwell, Dr. Rania Awaad of Stanford University, Dr. Whitney Howzell, and more.

Season 2, Episode 14: When Dr. Peter Levine began studying trauma in the 1970s, he noticed that humans react to stress differently than every other mammal. So, how did that discovery inspire his best-selling book Waking the Tiger? And what can learning about an animal’s response to trauma teach us about healing the wounds in our own minds?   Dr. Peter Levine is a psychologist, a best-selling author and a senior fellow with The Meadows. Learn more about Somatic Experiencing and all of Dr. Levine’s books, including Waking the Tiger, at www.traumahealing.org.    To check out more episodes of the Beyond Theory podcast and find all kinds of other resources and tools from Meadows Behavioral Healthcare, visit http://beyondtheorypodcast.com.   Music from this episode provided by Soundstripe.

Season 2, Episode 13: Over the past 45 years, Dr. Peter Levine's pioneering work in the study of stress and trauma has shaped the way we understand our minds and our bodies. But what drove him to study psychology and medicine in the first place? And what does he think will be the next breakthrough in healing trauma?   Dr. Peter Levine is a senior fellow with The Meadows who is currently based in Southern California. And he’ll join us again in the next episode for a deep dive into the Somatic Experiencing approach that he developed. Find more about Dr. Levine’s work at www.traumahealing.org.   To check out more episodes of the Beyond Theory podcast and find all kinds of other resources and tools from Meadows Behavioral Healthcare, visit http://beyondtheorypodcast.com.   Music from this episode provided by Soundstripe.

Season 2, Episode 12: As Chief Medical Officer with The Meadows, Dr. Jon Caldwell knows how easily anxiety can overwhelm us. This is especially true in a time of uncertainty like the COVID-19 pandemic. But instead of running from fear, what if we lean into it? Can confronting the reality of our own powerlessness actually loosen fear’s grip?   Dr. Jon Caldwell is a psychiatrist and clinical research investigator who specializes in treating those healing from trauma and addictive behaviors. He currently serves as Chief Medical Officer with The Meadows in Wickenburg, Arizona.   Read the article Dr. Caldwell wrote about Leaning Into Fear at https://www.themeadows.com/blog/leaning-into-fear/   Learn more about The Meadows' Surviving Social Distancing virtual workshop, which Dr. Caldwell is contributing to, at https://rioretreatcenter.com/workshops/online-workshops/surviving-social-distancing/   To check out more episodes of the Beyond Theory podcast and find all kinds of other resources and tools from Meadows Behavioral Healthcare, visit http://beyondtheorypodcast.com.   Music from this episode provided by Soundstripe.

Season 2, Episode 11: After experiencing trauma, it can be challenging to start talking about what happened. But one way to overcome that is to find other ways to express yourself. So as an art therapist, how does Dr. Cathy Malchiodi use color, sound, and movement to help people tell their stories and start to heal?   Dr. Cathy Malchiodi is a psychologist, art therapist, educator and author based in Louisville, Kentucky. Learn more about her work, including her new book called Trauma and Expressive Arts Therapy at https://www.cathymalchiodi.com/   To check out more episodes of the Beyond Theory podcast and find all kinds of other resources and tools from Meadows Behavioral Healthcare, visit http://beyondtheorypodcast.com.   Music from this episode provided by Soundstripe.

Season 2, Episode 10: As a marketing strategy consultant and mental health advocate, Nora Snoddy believes in using marketing as a force for good. So, how does she help behavioral health organizations educate and connect with the public in a way that breaks down complex issues and fights the stigma that keeps people from seeking help?   In addition to her work with growth and email marketing, Nora has also served as director of marketing for PsychHub, an online platform for behavioral health education. Check out their resources at https://psychhub.com/.   To check out more episodes of the Beyond Theory podcast and find all kinds of other resources and tools from Meadows Behavioral Healthcare, visit http://beyondtheorypodcast.com.   Music from this episode provided by Soundstripe.

Season 2, Episode 9: In Silicon Valley’s fast-paced tech industry, the drive to achieve often overrides the need for self-care. So as the director of the Meadows Outpatient Center there, how does Bryan Nguyen help people in his community learn to slow down, take care of themselves and connect with others?   Learn more about Bryan’s team and what the Meadows outpatient program offers in Silicon Valley, California, at http://meadowsiopsv.com.   To check out more episodes of the Beyond Theory podcast and find all kinds of other resources and tools from Meadows Behavioral Healthcare, visit http://beyondtheorypodcast.com.   Music from this episode provided by Soundstripe.

Season 2, Episode 8: When Dave Smith was dealing with his own addiction, the Buddhist principles of meditation and mindfulness helped him build a new life. So, now as a teacher and author, how does he use what he has learned to help others overcome their trauma and discover emotional intelligence?   Find more resources from Dave and his nonprofit, the Secular Dharma Foundation, at www.davesmithdharma.com. You can also learn about one of the online courses he teaches about mindfulness at https://courses.seculardharmafoundation.com/courses/1/about.    To check out more episodes of the Beyond Theory podcast and find all kinds of other resources and tools from Meadows Behavioral Healthcare, visit http://beyondtheorypodcast.com.   Music from this episode provided by Soundstripe.

Season 2, Episode 7: With all the fad diets and complex studies out there, it can be hard to know what to eat. So how does nutritionist Kristin Kirkpatrick use her Fuel Well program to help those recovering from addiction and mental health issues at the Meadows campus in Wickenburg, Arizona? And what can that teach us about how food affects our mood?   Learn more about Kristin's book Skinny Liver, her PBS television series The New Rules of Food, and more at https://www.kristinkirkpatrick.com/.    To check out more episodes of the Beyond Theory podcast and find all kinds of other resources and tools from Meadows Behavioral Healthcare, visit http://beyondtheorypodcast.com.   Music from this episode provided by Soundstripe.

Season 2, Episode 6: When Meadows CEO Sean Walsh began his recovery journey in the late 1990s, he could never have imagined where it would take him. So now as he leads Meadows Behavioral Healthcare into the future, how does he hope to change the way we think about addiction, trauma, and mental health... and the relationship those issues have with healthcare?   Learn more about Sean and the rest of the Meadows’ leadership team and the programs they offer in Arizona, California and Texas at https://www.meadowsbh.com/.   To check out more episodes of the Beyond Theory podcast and find all kinds of other resources and tools from Meadows Behavioral Healthcare, visit http://beyondtheorypodcast.com.   Music from this episode provided by Soundstripe.

Season 2, Episode 5: In 2007, Jeff Reid left his hometown in Rhode Island to travel halfway across the world and study martial arts in China’s Wudang Mountains. So what did he discover there? And what do those ancient practices offer for those recovering from addiction and mental health issues today?   Learn more about Jeff's practice of Wudang Daoism and wushu on his website at https://wudangdaoism.com/. Learn more about the Meadows Outpatient Center in Silicon Valley, California, where Jeff leads Tai Chi and Qigong at http://meadowsiopsv.com.    To check out more episodes of the Beyond Theory podcast and find all kinds of other resources and tools from Meadows Behavioral Healthcare, visit http://beyondtheorypodcast.com.   Music from this episode provided by Soundstripe.

Season 2, Episode 4: As a healthcare entrepreneur and advisor, Marcus Whitney gets to use his own experience with technology and mental health to advance the healthcare field. So what does he think will it take to bring forward-thinking innovation and racial equity to behavioral health?   You can find out more about Marcus' endeavors, including Health:Further, Jumpstart Foundry and his podcast Marcus Whitney's Audio Universe at http://www.marcuswhitney.com.    To check out more episodes of the Beyond Theory podcast and find all kinds of other resources and tools from Meadows Behavioral Healthcare, visit http://beyondtheorypodcast.com.   Music from this episode provided by Soundstripe.

Season 2, Episode 2: Today, I’m joined again by Dr. Claudia Black, the clinical architect of the Claudia Black Center or CBC in Wickenburg, Arizona. As a pioneer in treating trauma and families, how does she think that young adults and the challenges they face have changed – or not changed – in her four decades in this work?   You can learn more about Dr. Black's team at CBC, visit http://www.claudiablackcenter.com.   To check out more episodes of the Beyond Theory podcast and find all kinds of other resources and tools from Meadows Behavioral Healthcare, visit http://beyondtheorypodcast.com.   Music from this episode provided by Soundstripe.

Season 2, Episode 1: Today, the story of Dr. Claudia Black, who’s been a pioneer in trauma and substance use treatment for over 40 years. As someone who grew up around addiction, she knows how that environment can affect children. So now as a trainer, speaker, and author, how does she use her own experience to help each unique family find recovery?   You can find out more about Claudia's story and her books, including It Will Never Happen to Me and Unspoken Legacy, at http://www.claudiablack.com.    To check out more episodes of the Beyond Theory podcast and find all kinds of other resources and tools from Meadows Behavioral Healthcare, visit http://beyondtheorypodcast.com.   Music from this episode provided by Soundstripe.

Season 1, Episode 14: In this special season finale episode, Meadows senior fellow Dr. Kevin McCauley joins host David Condos for the conclusion of their two-part conversation. They unpack the complex social and psychological forces that perpetuate addiction and the emerging brain science that offers hope for recovery.   You can find out more about Kevin's work at https://drkevinmccauley.com/.   To check out more episodes of the Beyond Theory podcast and find all kinds of other resources and tools from Meadows Behavioral Healthcare, visit http://beyondtheorypodcast.com.   Music from this episode provided by Soundstripe.

Season 1, Episode 13: Meadows senior fellow Dr. Kevin McCauley joins host David Condos to share the journey he’s traveled from the heights of the US Navy to the depths of a prison cell and explain how that experience drives him to push for changing the justice system’s punitive approach to addiction.   You can find out more about Kevin's work at https://drkevinmccauley.com/.   To check out more episodes of the Beyond Theory podcast and find all kinds of other resources and tools from Meadows Behavioral Healthcare, visit http://beyondtheorypodcast.com.   Music from this episode provided by Soundstripe.

Season 1, Episode 12: Aditi Desai, yoga teacher at the Meadows Outpatient Center in Silicon Valley, California, sits down with host David Condos to shine a light on yoga’s ability to heal us – not just physically, but also psychologically – and she shares the practical steps she takes to offer yoga to vulnerable populations in a trauma-sensitive way.   You can find out more about the team at the Meadows Outpatient Center in Silicon Valley at http://meadowsiopsv.com.    To check out more episodes of the Beyond Theory podcast and find all kinds of other resources and tools from Meadows Behavioral Healthcare, visit http://beyondtheorypodcast.com.   Music from this episode provided by Soundstripe.

Season 1, Episode 11: Best-selling author and speaker Noah benShea sits down with Meadows Chief Creative Officer Lee Pepper to unpack why being vulnerable is often the first step toward healing yourself and healing others.   You can find out more about what Noah's up to at https://www.noahbenshea.com/.   To check out more episodes of the Beyond Theory podcast and find all kinds of other resources and tools from Meadows Behavioral Healthcare, visit http://beyondtheorypodcast.com.   Music from this episode provided by Soundstripe