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This is a podcast about the craft of psychotherapy and we seek to support those who strive to improve their craft by sharing research about the science and stories about the art of psychology.
Together we will explore these findings so you can decide how you want to apply them to benefit your practice.
Episode 117: Non-medical interventions that support depression: Practice Considerations
In this episode, Dr. Murrow considers a study that reviews a physiological intervention that demonstrates particular support for symptoms of depression. The intervention is heart rate variability biofeedback and it is not tied to any particular theoretical orientation or mode of practice. She reflects on the wide-ranging scope of this intervention and the importance for mental health therapists to be aware of this research and its potential impacts to their practices.
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Reference:
Vann-Adibe, S., Tsui, H. K. H., Zhou, H. Q., Ciren, Z., Li, C., & Cha, S. K. W. (2026). Efficacy and Methodology of Remote Heart Rate Variability Biofeedback Interventions for Mental Health: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Applied Psychophysiology & Biofeedback, 51(3), 441–452. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10484-025-09750-w
21 Oct 2026
Episode 116: Anger in Session: Work through it or deflect it?
Today’s research discusses experiences when therapists support patients affected by complex trauma. The research analyzed therapists’ own accounts of their work to arrive at themes that support patients best.
And, oh my! How we deal with anger and aggression in the session affects therapy outcomes…quite a bit. Turns out encouraging the working through of that anger (as opposed to deflecting it) is the best for patients’ outcomes.
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Reference:
Parker, E., Mangiorou, L., & Slater, C. (2025). A thematic analysis of the impact of therapist attachment on intersubjectivity when working with clients with complex trauma. Counselling & Psychotherapy Research, 25(2), 1–18. https://doi.org/10.1002/capr.12897
14 Oct 2026
Episode 115: Indicators of Outcomes Through the Lifespan
As mental health practitioners we have a unique need to be attuned to our patients from session to session, as well as be aware of research and developments in the field that affect our patients’ long-term success.
Today’s journal article highlights the ever-increasing data demonstrating the significant connections between mental and physical health. While interventions are outside the scope of practice for mental health practitioners, the awareness of these connections is increasingly paramount to patient care.
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Reference:
Chen, M. A., Suchting, R., Thayer, J. F., & Fagundes, C. P. (2023). Resilience to stress across the lifespan: Childhood maltreatment, heart rate variability, and bereavement. Psychology and Aging, 38(3), 247–262. https://doi.org/10.1037/pag0000738
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