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Beyond the Therapy Session
by SohoMD
Welcome to Beyond the Therapy Session with Robin Kempner and George Suarez. Robin is SohoMD’s Behavioral Health Director and George is our Call Center Manager. In this thought-provoking podcast, we invite mental health experts and other professionals to share their insights, personal stories, and professional expertise. Together, we explore the multifaceted nature of mental health, examining the nuances that often go beyond what happens within the therapy session. Whether you are a mental health professional seeking inspiration, guidance, or fresh perspectives, or simply someone interested in the inner workings of the field, this podcast offers a wealth of knowledge. Tune in to discover the insightful and compassionate world of Beyond the Therapy Session.
Episodes
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Building Therapeutic Rapport in a Virtual Setting
In this insightful episode, hosts Robin and George engage in an illuminating conversation with therapist Josh Hahn, delving into the intricate dynamics of cultivating a trusting and empathetic environment in the realm of virtual therapy. As the trio explores the nuances between building…
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Career Transition with Valerie Ziel
Are you considering a change of career into the mental health field? Valerie Ziel's career started in Corporate America where she stayed for almost 30 years until she decided to go to college. She is a lifelong New Yorker and artist who now works at SohoMD as a Psychotherapist. Her unique and...
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Building Happiness in Companies with Antionette Brown
What is like to work at an online mental health practice? Senior HR Generalist, aka our Chief Happiness Officer Antionette Brown, joins Robin and George to talk work culture at SohoMD. They talk about it all. From building a happy culture to success stories. Stay tuned until the end to hear some...
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Body Image ~ The Modeling World
In this episode of Beyond the Therapy Session, George and Robin welcome Millie Joseph. Millie works at SohoMD as one of our lead care coordinators but has a history in the modeling world. Together, they talk about body shaming in relation to mental health. They also talk about the impact of…
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Body Image and Mental Health with Kelly Porter
George and Robin welcome guest Kelly Porter in this episode of Beyond the Therapy Session. Together they talk about the importance of body image and mental health. What does a positive vs. negative body image look like? What is body neutrality and what can that do for us? They reveal the...
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Unraveling Orthorexia
In this episode of Beyond the Therapy Session, Robin and George chat about Orthorexia Nervosa, a form of disordered eating that is on the rise. Together they discuss warning signs, symptoms, and how these can manifest. Robin also gives insight into different treatment options for those…
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Seasonal Affective Disorder with Dr. Jospitre & Dr. Bongiorno
In this episode of Beyond the Therapy Session, Robin and George meet with SohoMD co-founder and practicing psychiatrist Dr. Jacques Jospitre, and practicing Naturopath and published author Dr. Peter Bongiorno. Together they will chat about Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) its causes, triggers…
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Cultural competency & Sensitivity With Olivia Sterling
In this episode, Robin and George chat with Olivia Sterling, one of SohoMD's licensed clinical social workers, about cultural competency and sensitivity. Olivia describes herself as "an Afro-Latina therapist who specializes in providing culturally-sensitive, holistic therapy across diverse...
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Navigating CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy)
In this episode, Robin and George talk about how CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy). They discuss the impact of automatic negative thoughts, which are disruptive and prevent one from reaching their goals. They discuss the genesis of these intrusive thoughts, how they affect one's life and become...
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Farewell Erin
In this episode Erin says goodbye to SohoMD as she transitions on a different life path. George and Erin candidly talk about their adventures at SohoMD and their experience hosting this podcast. They introduce Robin Kempner, George's new Co-host. Robin is SohoMD's Behavioral Health Director and…
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What About Mindfulness
In this episode, Erin and George have an insightful conversation about mindfulness. They discuss the different definitions of this practice, which can be resumed to the ability to "fully be present". They also touch on the many ways and techniques to practice mindfulness and its benefits. They...
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The Difference Between Anxiety and Panic Attack
In today's episode of Beyond the Therapy Session, George and Erin discuss the topic of anxiety. They define anxiety as per the DSM ( Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders) and distinguish between generalized anxiety, panic attacks, panic disorders and stress. Erin establishes the...
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National Couple Appreciation Month with Susan Milstein, PHD
In order to honor "National Couple Appreciation Month", (April), Erin and George converse with Susan Milstein, PHD who is a Human sexuality Education and Certified Health Education Specialist. Some of the topics they explore include: Why is there no such thing as 'should' "when it comes to sex…
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Robin Kempner, SohoMD's Behavioral Health Director, Talks about Trauma
In this episode, Erin and George talk with the Robin Kempner, SohoMD's Behavioral Health Director. They have an illuminating conversation about trauma, which is not limited to Post Traumatic stress Disorder (PTSD). Robin provides a comprehensive explanation of what trauma is and clarifies the...
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Improv with Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner and Artist Amaka Orji
In this episode Erin and George have a fun conversation with the psychiatric nurse practitioner Amaka Orji, who is also an artist. This is in fact a reunion between friends and colleagues reminiscing about the good old days. Amaka shares that she uses her sense of humor within her practice when…
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Functional Medicine with Dr. Bongiorno and Dr. Jospitre
I In this episode Erin and George have a profound discussion with the naturopathic doctor, author, lecturer Dr. Peter Bongiorno, and the psychiatrist and co-founder of SohoMD Dr. Jacques Jospitre jr.. The two doctors speak about the relationship between naturopathic and allopathic medicine and…
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Conversation with SohoMD's HR Director, Caroline DeFreitas
In this episode, Erin and George have a candid conversation with SohoMD's HR Director, Caroline DeFreitas. Caroline recounted her early days at SohoMD when only the three of them, her and the doctors (Dr. Jospitre and Dr. Ratush), worked in the Soho office. Caroline discusses the importance of...
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Sex with Dr. Ratush
In this episode Erin and George converse with Dr. Edward Ratush, one of the founders of SohoMD to talk about sex. Dr. Ratush talks about the main reason why he specialized in sex therapy. He goes into details about the complex layers a person sex life and touches upon viagra, pornography and...
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Happy New Year 2022!
In this short episode, Erin and George wish their listeners Happy New Year 2022! They also share some insights as to what is in store for the second season of Beyond the Therapy Session podcast…
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The Retrospective
In this episode George and Erin have a retrospective on the first six episodes of their Podcast, Beyond the Therapy Session. They talk about the genesis of the show, their experience behind the scene and why they enjoy being the host of this podcast. They also discuss and reflect on each episode,...
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Nutritional Psychiatry with Dr. Uma Naidoo
In this episode Erin and George talk to Dr. Uma Naidoo, the author of "This is Your Brain on Food". Dr. Naidoo is a Harvard trained psychiatrist, who studied nutrition and also is a professional chef. During this fascinating conversation Dr. Naidoo talks about her journey of integrating…
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The Science of Sleep
In this episode Erin and George talk about the importance of sleep and the many elements that might affect the sleep cycle. George reveals the tricks he employs to fall asleep, form taking a long cold shower to counting sheep. Erin on the other hand explores the many elements that affects falling...
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Conversation with Dr. Catherine Birndorf
In this episode Erin and George meet with Dr. Catherine Birndorf, founder of the Motherhood Center in New York City, a hub for perinatal mental health. During this insightful conversation Dr. Birndorf recounts the evolution of this subspecialty within the psychiatry field, which relies heavily...
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NYC is Now Open
Erin and George meet with their colleague Tenisha, a NP supervisor at SohoMD to talk about the reopening of New York City and the rest of the U.S. after months of restrictions imposed by the Covid-19 pandemic. An emphasis is placed on the different behaviors and thoughts surrounding the next…
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Mental Health Month
In this episode Erin and George honor Mental Health Month, (the month of May). With the help of four of their colleagues, Robin, Jonathan, Max and Caroline, they answer the question, "What does mental health mean to you?" Erin and George discuss the perspectives offered by these four voices and...
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Meeting The Founders
In this first episode Erin and George converse with SohoMD's founders, Dr. Jacques Jospitre and Dr. Edward Ratush. The founders give insight on how they met and elaborate on their reason for establishing SohoMD. Erin and George receive insights into the Doctors' philosophy and perspectives on...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to Beyond the Therapy Session with Robin Kempner and George Suarez. Robin is SohoMD’s Behavioral Health Director and George is our Call Center Manager. In this thought-provoking podcast, we invite mental health experts and other professionals to share their insights, personal stories, and professional expertise. Together, we explore the multifaceted nature of mental health, examining the nuances that often go beyond what happens within the therapy session. Whether you are a mental health professional seeking inspiration, guidance, or fresh perspectives, or simply someone interested in the inner workings of the field, this podcast offers a wealth of knowledge. Tune in to discover the insightful and compassionate world of Beyond the Therapy Session.
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