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The Supervised Mind
by Faisal Rafiq MD.
The Supervised Mind—a podcast where we explore the complexities of psychiatric practice through the lens of training, supervision, and clinical wisdom.
Episodes
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The Cutting Board
The Supervised Mind Episode Title: The Cutting Board Subtitle: Understanding Self-Injury in Psychiatric Practice Host: Dr. Faisal Rafiq Audience: Clinicians – Psychiatrists, NPs, PAs, Therapists Welcome back to The Supervised Mind Today’s episode is called The Cutting Board. We’re going to talk...
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The K-Hole Theory: Spravato, Ketamine, and the Psychiatric Reset
In this deep-dive episode, Dr. Faisal Rafiq explores the clinical science, supervision nuances, and lived experience surrounding Spravato® (esketamine) and IV ketamine as tools for treatment-resistant depression (TRD), suicidality, and trauma-linked shutdown. Through the story of Emily, a...
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The Piercing Thought "OCD"
Theme: A story-driven exploration of OCD — from the first intrusive thought to the relentless rituals that follow, and ultimately, the path toward understanding and healing. Episode Summary: In The Piercing Thought, Dr. Faisal Rafiq unravels the hidden world of obsessive-compulsive disorder…
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Complex PTSD: When Nothing Makes Sense (and the Kitchen Sink)
In this episode, Dr. Faisal Rafiq explores the complexity of Complex PTSD (cPTSD)—a condition shaped by chronic, repeated trauma that often masquerades as mood, personality, or anxiety disorders. Through a trauma-informed lens, this episode walks clinicians through recognizing cPTSD’s emotional…
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Lithium Power
In this episode, Dr. Faisal Rafiq describes the unmatched effectiveness of lithium as a mood stabilizer, highlighting its role in treating bipolar disorder and its unique status as one of the few naturally occurring psychiatric medications. He discusses key side effects—including the classic...
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De-Prescribing "When Less is More"
In this episode of The Supervised Mind, Dr. Faisal Rafiq discusses the often-overlooked topic of deprescribing in clinical practice. He shares a compelling case study of a young patient to illustrate the complexities of medication management and the importance of understanding when to reduce or...
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Fighting the Wave of Bipolar
In this podcast episode, Dr. Faisal Rafiq shares a case of a patient with bipolar disorder who had difficulty responding to traditional mood stabilizing medications. He also discusses the classical model of treating bipolar disorder and when it may break down. He suggests adapting the framework,...
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How many episodes does The Supervised Mind have?
The Supervised Mind currently has 7 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.
What is The Supervised Mind about?
The Supervised Mind—a podcast where we explore the complexities of psychiatric practice through the lens of training, supervision, and clinical wisdom.
How often does The Supervised Mind release new episodes?
The Supervised Mind has 7 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.
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Who hosts The Supervised Mind?
The Supervised Mind is created and hosted by Faisal Rafiq MD..
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