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Talk Therapy CBT

Talk Therapy CBT

Written by: Dr. Dawn Raffa
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 Join Dr. Dawn Raffa and her co-host Anthony Danna in a conversation about educating, helping, and connecting individuals to various topics in the world of psychology.© 2021 Inner Balance Psychology Center Hygiene & Healthy Living Physical Illness & Disease Psychology Psychology & Mental Health
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  • Pickleball: Serving up Mental Health

    Pickleball: Serving up Mental Health
    Nov 20 2025
    Dr. Raffa introduces Catarina to her new favorite activity: pickleball! Together, they dive into the mental health benefits this fun, fast-paced sport can bring.

    Welcome to Talk Therapy CBT | Conversation about Educating, Connecting, Helping Individuals to the World of Psychology.

    We would like to thanks our sponsor : Dr. Alba Raphaela, you can buy her book about : Breaking the Mirror : A Story & Guide on how to recognize and deal with a narcissist. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09HFRNWYC/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_3NW8EE01F8A6G4KGNW56

    This podcast is sponsored by (https://www.innerbalancepsychology.com/) - Inner Balance Psychology Center, Psychological Treatment and Evaluations for Children, Adolescents and Adults

    As solution-focused therapists, our goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can’t change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.

    05:24 – Acceptance is about understanding, not resignation
    09:06 – Embracing imperfections helps you enjoy more
    11:29 – A story about getting frustrated in line
    14:46 – A quick reminder about concert courtesy
    17:16 – How acceptance connects to distress tolerance
    19:31 – Tolerating distress: is it a gain or a loss?
    23:10 – What Teddy Simmons orders to drink
    28:36 – Performing identity and what that even means
    31:51 – When therapy really starts working
    35:12 – What genre-defying music says about us
    37:44 – Why acceptance is a lifelong therapy skill
    39:07 – Binge-watching habits and therapy language


    Follow Us on Social Media:

    Blog : (https://www.innerbalancepsychology.com/blog/ )

    FAQs : ( https://www.innerbalancepsychology.com/faqs/ )
    Facebook : (https://www.facebook.com/ibpcllc)
    Instagram : (https://www.Instagram.com/innerbalancepsychology)


    Check out our website for more information : (https://www.innerbalancepsychology.com/) or email Dr. Raffa : (dawnraffa@innerbalancepsychology.com)

    This podcast is hosted by and produced by (https://www.innerbalancepsychology.com/)

    Please consider subscribing and sharing this episode if you found it entertaining or informative.


    If you want to go the extra mile, you can leave us a rating or review which helps the show with rankings and algorithms on certain platforms. you can leave us a review on Podchaser or Apple Podcasts


    Make sure you’re subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes.

    Our Podcast Page : (https://www.innerbalancepsychology.com/)

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    (Follow on Spotify)

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    DISCLAIMER
    Opinions expressed are solely the hosts and guest(s) and do not represent or express the views or opinions of Inner Balance Psychology.
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    25 mins
  • CBT Book Report - 4000 Weeks

    CBT Book Report - 4000 Weeks
    Nov 7 2025
    This time, our hosts discuss Catarina's book pick - Four Thousand Weeks by Oliver Burkeman, and reflect on how CBT can assist with coming to acceptance on our finite lives and how to make the most of the finite amount of time we have.


    Welcome to Talk Therapy CBT | Conversation about Educating, Connecting, Helping Individuals to the World of Psychology.

    We would like to thanks our sponsor : Dr. Alba Raphaela, you can buy her book about : Breaking the Mirror : A Story & Guide on how to recognize and deal with a narcissist. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09HFRNWYC/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_3NW8EE01F8A6G4KGNW56

    This podcast is sponsored by (https://www.innerbalancepsychology.com/) - Inner Balance Psychology Center, Psychological Treatment and Evaluations for Children, Adolescents and Adults

    As solution-focused therapists, our goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can’t change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.

    05:24 – Acceptance is about understanding, not resignation
    09:06 – Embracing imperfections helps you enjoy more
    11:29 – A story about getting frustrated in line
    14:46 – A quick reminder about concert courtesy
    17:16 – How acceptance connects to distress tolerance
    19:31 – Tolerating distress: is it a gain or a loss?
    23:10 – What Teddy Simmons orders to drink
    28:36 – Performing identity and what that even means
    31:51 – When therapy really starts working
    35:12 – What genre-defying music says about us
    37:44 – Why acceptance is a lifelong therapy skill
    39:07 – Binge-watching habits and therapy language


    Follow Us on Social Media:

    Blog : (https://www.innerbalancepsychology.com/blog/ )

    FAQs : ( https://www.innerbalancepsychology.com/faqs/ )
    Facebook : (https://www.facebook.com/ibpcllc)
    Instagram : (https://www.Instagram.com/innerbalancepsychology)


    Check out our website for more information : (https://www.innerbalancepsychology.com/) or email Dr. Raffa : (dawnraffa@innerbalancepsychology.com)

    This podcast is hosted by and produced by (https://www.innerbalancepsychology.com/)

    Please consider subscribing and sharing this episode if you found it entertaining or informative.


    If you want to go the extra mile, you can leave us a rating or review which helps the show with rankings and algorithms on certain platforms. you can leave us a review on Podchaser or Apple Podcasts


    Make sure you’re subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes.

    Our Podcast Page : (https://www.innerbalancepsychology.com/)

    (Subscribe with Apple Podcast)

    (Follow on Spotify)

    (Subscribe on IHeartRadio )

    (Listen on other streaming platforms)

    DISCLAIMER
    Opinions expressed are solely the hosts and guest(s) and do not represent or express the views or opinions of Inner Balance Psychology
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    46 mins
  • CBT Book Report by Talk Therapy CBT

    CBT Book Report by Talk Therapy CBT
    Sep 18 2025
    The Anxious Generation Dr. Raffa and Catarina return from summer break to review Jonathan Haidt's "The Anxious Generation".

    Our hosts look at the book's claims regarding the possible impacts social media and constant access to technology on Gen Z, and maybe, society at large.

    Welcome to Talk Therapy CBT | Conversation about Educating, Connecting, Helping Individuals to the World of Psychology.

    We would like to thanks our sponsor : Dr. Alba Raphaela, you can buy her book about : Breaking the Mirror : A Story & Guide on how to recognize and deal with a narcissist. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09HFRNWYC/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_3NW8EE01F8A6G4KGNW56

    This podcast is sponsored by (https://www.innerbalancepsychology.com/) - Inner Balance Psychology Center, Psychological Treatment and Evaluations for Children, Adolescents and Adults

    As solution-focused therapists, our goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can’t change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.

    05:24 – Acceptance is about understanding, not resignation
    09:06 – Embracing imperfections helps you enjoy more
    11:29 – A story about getting frustrated in line
    14:46 – A quick reminder about concert courtesy
    17:16 – How acceptance connects to distress tolerance
    19:31 – Tolerating distress: is it a gain or a loss?
    23:10 – What Teddy Simmons orders to drink
    28:36 – Performing identity and what that even means
    31:51 – When therapy really starts working
    35:12 – What genre-defying music says about us
    37:44 – Why acceptance is a lifelong therapy skill
    39:07 – Binge-watching habits and therapy language


    Follow Us on Social Media:

    Blog : (https://www.innerbalancepsychology.com/blog/ )

    FAQs : ( https://www.innerbalancepsychology.com/faqs/ )
    Facebook : (https://www.facebook.com/ibpcllc)
    Instagram : (https://www.Instagram.com/innerbalancepsychology)


    Check out our website for more information : (https://www.innerbalancepsychology.com/) or email Dr. Raffa : (dawnraffa@innerbalancepsychology.com)

    This podcast is hosted by and produced by (https://www.innerbalancepsychology.com/)

    Please consider subscribing and sharing this episode if you found it entertaining or informative.


    If you want to go the extra mile, you can leave us a rating or review which helps the show with rankings and algorithms on certain platforms. you can leave us a review on Podchaser or Apple Podcasts


    Make sure you’re subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes.

    Our Podcast Page : (https://www.innerbalancepsychology.com/)

    (Subscribe with Apple Podcast)

    (Follow on Spotify)

    (Subscribe on IHeartRadio )

    (Listen on other streaming platforms)

    DISCLAIMER
    Opinions expressed are solely the hosts and guest(s) and do not represent or express the views or opinions of Inner Balance Psychology
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    43 mins
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