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Mentally Flexible

Join psychotherapist Tom Parkes as he has meaningful conversations to help you build mental flexibility. Each episode will explore topics related to psychology, mental health, and creativity. With an open mind and a sense of curiosity these conversations will help you better understand yourself, others, and the world around you. 

Religion & Spirituality Psychology Philosophy Mental Health Mindfulness Social Sciences Meditation Creativity Science Spirituality Health & Fitness
Update frequency
every 15 days
Average duration
56 minutes
Episodes
78
Years Active
2020 - 2025
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Leidy Klotz | The Untapped Science of Less

Leidy Klotz | The Untapped Science of Less

My guest today is Leidy Klotz. Leidy is a Professor at the University of Virginia, with appointments in Engineering, Architecture, and Business. He studies the science of design: how we transform thi…

00:55:24  |   Sun 28 May 2023
Yael Schonbrun PhD | Work, Parent, Thrive

Yael Schonbrun PhD | Work, Parent, Thrive

My guest today is Yael Schonbrun, PhD. Yael is a clinical psychologist, assistant professor at Brown University,  and co-host of Psychologists Off the Clock.  Yael’s academic research explores the in…

00:57:38  |   Sat 25 Mar 2023
David Juncos & Elvire de Paiva e Pona | ACT for Musicians

David Juncos & Elvire de Paiva e Pona | ACT for Musicians

My guests today are David Juncos and Elvire de Paiva e Pona.

David Juncos is a clinical psychologist based in Philadelphia, PA. He works with individuals on clinical issues ranging from anxiety to moo…

00:55:58  |   Sun 29 Jan 2023
Tamar Black, PhD | ACT for Treating Children

Tamar Black, PhD | ACT for Treating Children

My guest today is Tamar Black, Ph.D. Tamar is an educational and developmental psychologist in Melbourne, Australia. She has over 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents and parents…

01:00:22  |   Sun 18 Dec 2022
Dr. Steven C Hayes Returns! | Death, Meaning, and Dispelling

Dr. Steven C Hayes Returns! | Death, Meaning, and Dispelling "Normal"

My guest today is Dr. Steven C. Hayes. Steven Hayes is a Nevada Foundation Professor of Psychology at the University of Nevada. An author of 47 books and nearly 670 scientific articles, his career ha…

01:23:24  |   Mon 26 Sep 2022
Dr. Ron Siegel | The Extraordinary Gift of Being Ordinary

Dr. Ron Siegel | The Extraordinary Gift of Being Ordinary

My guest today is Dr. Ron Siegel. Ron is an author and Assistant Professor of Psychology at Harvard Medical School, where he has taught for over 35 years. He is a long time student of mindfulness med…

01:02:34  |   Tue 02 Aug 2022
Jennifer Kemp, MPsych | ACT for Perfectionism

Jennifer Kemp, MPsych | ACT for Perfectionism

My guest today is Jennifer Kemp, MPsych. Jennifer is a clinical psychologist who works with adults and adolescents on issues such as perfectionism, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder (ODC), eatin…

01:01:22  |   Tue 24 May 2022
Dr. Diana Hill Returns! | Living in Process

Dr. Diana Hill Returns! | Living in Process

My guest today is Diana Hill, Ph.D. Diana is a clinical psychologist and co-author of ACT Daily Journal: Get unstuck and live fully with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. She is also the host of the…

00:58:56  |   Sun 06 Mar 2022
Billy Ryan | ACT in Sport

Billy Ryan | ACT in Sport

My guest today is Billy Ryan. Billy is a performance psychology consultant located in Savannah, GA who works with the military, sports teams, and individuals at the highschool/club, NCAA, NAIA, and t…

01:07:22  |   Sun 16 Jan 2022
Dr. Russ Harris | ACT: Past, Present, and Future

Dr. Russ Harris | ACT: Past, Present, and Future

My guest today is Dr. Russ Harris, author of the international best-selling self-help book ‘The Happiness Trap’, and a world-renowned trainer of Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT). Russ’s backgrou…

00:55:44  |   Sun 21 Nov 2021
Louise Hayes PhD | ACT, Spirituality, and DNA-v

Louise Hayes PhD | ACT, Spirituality, and DNA-v

My guest today is Louise Hayes PhD. Louise is a clinical psychologist, author, speaker and active humanitarian. She is the Past President of ACBS, and a peer-reviewed Acceptance and Commitment Therap…

01:01:34  |   Sun 03 Oct 2021
Brenton | A Journey of Transitioning

Brenton | A Journey of Transitioning

My guest today is Brenton. Brenton is a Cardiac Surgery Intensive Care Nurse who served 9 years in the US Army as a Combat Medic. He is now an advocate for the needs of the transgender community.  Br…

00:54:14  |   Sun 12 Sep 2021
Jessica Lahey | The Addiction Inoculation

Jessica Lahey | The Addiction Inoculation

My guest today is Jessica Lahey. Jessica is the author of the New York Times bestselling book, The Gift of Failure: How the Best Parents Learn to Let Go So Their Children Can Succeed and The Addictio…

01:01:09  |   Sun 22 Aug 2021
Dr. Jud Brewer | Cultivating an Open Awareness

Dr. Jud Brewer | Cultivating an Open Awareness

My guest today is Dr. Jud Brewer. Dr. Jud is a New York Times best-selling author, neuroscientist, addiction psychiatrist, and thought leader in the field of habit change. He is the Director of Resea…

00:55:22  |   Sun 25 Jul 2021
Debbie Sorensen PhD | Mindfulness, Vulnerability, and Burnout

Debbie Sorensen PhD | Mindfulness, Vulnerability, and Burnout

My guest today is Debbie Sorensen, PhD. Debbie is a psychologist in private practice in Denver, Colorado, and a part-time Clinical Research Psychologist at the Rocky Mountain VA MIRECC for Suicide Pr…

00:55:13  |   Sun 11 Jul 2021
Robyn Walser PhD | Holding Presence Through Pain

Robyn Walser PhD | Holding Presence Through Pain

My guest today is Robyn D. Walser, Ph.D. is the Director of TL Consultation Services, Associate Director at the National Center for PTSD and is Associate Clinical Professor at the University of Calif…

00:55:07  |   Mon 07 Jun 2021
Nathalia Freitas | Healing Through Self-Acceptance and Authenticity

Nathalia Freitas | Healing Through Self-Acceptance and Authenticity

My guest today is Nathalia Freitas. Nathalia is the creator of Loving My Dots, a space she created to promote connection among diversity. Nathalia was born with Congenital Melanocytic Nevus, which is…

00:55:29  |   Sun 23 May 2021
Dr. Miles Neale | Contemplative Psychology in a Modern Context

Dr. Miles Neale | Contemplative Psychology in a Modern Context

My guest today is Dr. Miles Neale, PsyD. Miles is a Buddhist psychotherapist in private practice and founder of the two-year online Contemplative Studies Program. Author of Gradual Awakening, and co-…

01:00:26  |   Sun 09 May 2021
Dr. Patricia Zurita Ona | ACT Beyond Your Fears

Dr. Patricia Zurita Ona | ACT Beyond Your Fears

My guest today is Dr. Patricia Zurita Ona, aka Dr. Z. Dr. Z is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist in California. She has significant experience working with children, adolescents, and adults with OCD, …

00:54:51  |   Sun 25 Apr 2021
Dr. Rheeda Walker | The Unapologetic Guide To Black Mental Health

Dr. Rheeda Walker | The Unapologetic Guide To Black Mental Health

My guest today is Dr. Rheeda Walker.  Dr. Walker is a tenured professor  in the department of psychology at the University of Houston. She has published more than fifty scientific papers on African A…

00:50:42  |   Mon 19 Apr 2021
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