Épisodes

  • Psychedelic Therapies in Practice: A Conversation with Dr. Andrea Jungaberle
    Nov 21 2025

    In this Therapy Talk episode, Johanne sits down with Dr. Andrea Jungaberle — Chief Medical Officer at OVID Clinic and co-founder of the MIND Foundation — for a grounded, behind-the-scenes look at how psychedelic-assisted therapy is actually making its way into clinical practice. They talk about Germany’s first compassionate use program with psilocybin, why the real work happens before and after the dosing session, and what it takes to responsibly scale these treatments in everyday mental healthcare.

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    33 min
  • Surface and Depths with Roland Evans
    Oct 29 2025

    Psychotherapist and author Roland Evans joins Johanne Schwensen to talk about his book Surface and Depths: A Story of Adolescence with Reflections on the Inner Journey. Together they explore adolescence, family, and the lifelong process of becoming ourselves — and how therapy can help us revisit and repair the patterns formed early in life.

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    40 min
  • How AI Is Changing Clinical Practice – with Lea Schäfer
    Sep 10 2025

    Therapy Talk is back! Johanne speaks with psychologist and researcher Lea Schäfer about how AI is showing up in therapy – for clients, therapists, and the future of mental health care. They explore the promises, pitfalls, and ethical questions of bringing technology into the therapeutic space.

    Full conversation here.

    *The BDI (Beck Depression Inventory) was first published in 1961 by Dr. Aaron T. Beck.

    LinkedIn

    linkedin.com/in/lea-schäfer-1b3894103?originalSubdomain=de


    ResearchGate

    https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Lea-Schaefer-10


    Literature


    Schäfer, L. M., Krause, T., & Köhler, S. (2025). Exploring user characteristics, motives, and expectations and the therapeutic alliance in the mental health conversational AI Clare®: a baseline study. Frontiers in Digital Health, 7, 1576135.

    https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/digital-health/articles/10.3389/fdgth.2025.1576135/full


    Schäfer, Lea Maria. "Künstliche Intelligenz als Dritte Instanz in der Psychotherapie: Wie eine sinnvolle Integration von Künstlicher Intelligenz in den psychotherapeutischen Binnenraum aussehen könnte". Was machen Digitalisierung und Künstliche Intelligenz mit der Psychotherapie?: Einwürfe und Provokationen, edited by Bert te Wildt, Gerhard Lauer and Robin Schmidt, Berlin, Boston: De Gruyter Oldenbourg, 2024, pp. 111-128. https://doi.org/10.1515/9783111509341-007

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    36 min
  • Escaping the Narcissistic Web
    Apr 29 2025

    In this episode, therapist Dariia Milinchuk shares her expertise on working with survivors of narcissistic abuse. We explore how narcissistic traits differ from narcissistic personality disorder, why even trained professionals can miss the signs of manipulation, and the subtle but powerful ways narcissistic behaviour shows up in relationships. Dariia also discusses the long-term impact of narcissistic abuse and why regaining trust in oneself can be a complex but transformative journey.

    Full conversation here.

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    31 min
  • Breaking Negative Cycles in Relationships with Sára Ritter
    Mar 11 2025

    In Breaking Negative Cycles in Relationships, Sára Ritter explains:

    • Her journey into couples therapy and her passion for Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
    • How conflicts in relationships are often rooted in unmet attachment needs
    • The pursuer-withdrawer cycle and why we fall into predictable relationship patterns
    • How couples can reconnect and shift their dynamic

    Join us as we unpack these themes and learn how deeper emotional understanding can transform relationships.
    Watch the full interview here.


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    29 min
  • Psychodrama with Matias Castagnola
    Jan 17 2025

    In this episode, Johanne speaks with Matias Castagnola, a clinical psychologist and psychodrama facilitator, about the transformative power of psychodrama. Matias shares how this therapeutic approach uses role-playing, sociometry, and group dynamics to explore possibilities, expand roles, and create meaningful change in a safe and playful environment. We also discuss the balance of creativity and structure in psychodrama sessions and how this method integrates personal growth with group collaboration.

    Website: https://matiascastagnola.com/

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    30 min
  • Exploring Kink in Therapy
    Nov 29 2024

    In this episode, host Johanne Schwensen sits down with psychological counsellor Aranja Berkmüller to explore the fascinating and often misunderstood role of kink in the therapy space.

    This thought-provoking conversation challenges societal norms and encourages deeper reflection. Johanne and Aranja discuss:

    • Common misconceptions about kink and its presence in therapeutic settings.
    • The healing potential of exploring power dynamics and psychological layers within kink.
    • Practical ways therapists can create nonjudgmental and supportive spaces for these discussions.

    Read more about Aranja here: https://www.amplified-humanity.com.

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    31 min
  • The ADHD Brain with Anna Bellack
    Oct 31 2024

    To celebrate ADHD Awareness month, we're diving into the ADHD brain and the struggles that come with it. In this episode, Johanne speaks with clinical psychologist Anna Bellack, who not only researched ADHD in women for her thesis but also received her own ADHD diagnosis during her studies. Anna provides insight into the neurological workings of ADHD and sheds light on common challenges faced by people with ADHD, including some that often go overlooked. Whether you’re personally affected by ADHD or just curious, this conversation offers a deep and relatable perspective.

    Resources

    • A list of therapists specialising in ADHD
    • The full Mind Mingles interview with Anne Bellack
    • A community space where you can sign up and ask for ADHD advice
    • A great podcast about the ADHD brain (and beyond) called ADHD Chatter
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    35 min
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