The Skills Podcast

Meredith introduces us to the first part of the ABC PLEASE skill within Emotion Regulation. These skills not only accumulate over time like a high yield savings account would, and they also help us plan for success (rather than planning to try to avoid failure). Let's get to the A&B!Chapters:00:00 Introducing the ABC PLEASE skills01:31 Emotion mind, wise mind, and vulnerability02:19 Taking inventory of what supports resilience04:39 Short-term positives: add pleasant moments to your day07:15 The piggy-bank effect of accumulating positives08:57 Stay present, work with distractions, and try novelty13:26 Long-term positives: build a life around your values16:08 Turn values into specific, manageable goals20:03 Building mastery through meaningful challenges22:19 Set the challenge at the right level24:59 Small daily actions and practice for the weekReferences:https://www.theonpointpractice.com/theskillspodcastDBT Skills Training Manual, Second Edition, Marsha M. Linehan https://www.guilford.com/books/DBT-Skills-Training-Manual/Marsha-Linehan/9781462556359Disclaimer: The information shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the guidance of your physician, therapist, or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding your health or wellbeing.Connect with Meredith & Faith:Visit The Skills Podcast WEBSITE: https://www.theonpointpractice.com/theskillspodcastVisit the BLOG: https://www.theonpointpractice.com/blogFollow On Point Practice on INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/onpointpractice/Follow The Skills Podcast on INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/theskillspodcast/ Connect with Meredith on LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meredithmeyerlmft/Connect with Faith on LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/faith-meyer/

After our summer hiatus, we're picking things back up beginning with the emotion regulation skill of problem solving. Meredith walks us through the process step by step and then we look at how this can be applied at work and in team settings.Chapters:00:00 Recap of emotion regulation and intro to problem solving03:28 Introducing the seven-step process for problem solving06:51 Step 1: Describe the problem clearly07:32 Step 2: Check the facts to understand the real issue09:09 Step 3: Identify your goal and desired outcome10:05 Step 4: Brainstorm multiple solutions11:23 Step 5: Choose a solution11:55 Step 6: Implement that solution12:11 Step 7: Evaluate & see how it went13:29 Adjusting strategies when solutions don’t work14:42 Applying problem solving to in team settings and breaking down problem solving and curiosity furtherReferences:https://www.theonpointpractice.com/theskillspodcastDBT Skills Training Manual, Second Edition, Marsha M. Linehan https://www.guilford.com/books/DBT-Skills-Training-Manual/Marsha-Linehan/9781462556359Disclaimer: The information shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the guidance of your physician, therapist, or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding your health or wellbeing.Connect with Meredith & Faith:Visit The Skills Podcast WEBSITE: https://www.theonpointpractice.com/theskillspodcastVisit the BLOG: https://www.theonpointpractice.com/blogFollow On Point Practice on INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/onpointpractice/Follow The Skills Podcast on INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/theskillspodcast/ Connect with Meredith on LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meredithmeyerlmft/Connect with Faith on LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/faith-meyer/

In this episode, Meredith and Dr. Kibby McMahon bring their clinical wisdom to bear as they explore the intersection of AI and mental health through the lens of Dr. Kibby's work with KulaMind. If you're curious about how AI is being merged with clinical support, why (like social media) it's built to be so addictive, or tips for how to choose between AI models, this episode is for you.Chapters00:00 Dr. Kibby's Journey into Mental Health and AI03:30 AI in Mental Health: Opportunities and Challenges09:23 KulaMind: Merging AI with Clinical Support18:05 Understanding AI's Addictive Qualities and Skills for Balance19:00 Navigating AI in Mental Health21:34 Understanding AI Tools and Data Privacy26:06 The Role of AI in Personal Growth27:57 Supporting Younger Generations with Technology34:21 Distinguishing Between AI Models39:48 Ethics and Regulations in AI TherapyReferences:https://www.theonpointpractice.com/theskillspodcasthttps://kulamind.com/A Little Help For Our Friends Podcast: Apple & SpotifyDisclaimer: The information shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the guidance of your physician, therapist, or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding your health or wellbeing.Connect with Meredith & Faith:Visit The Skills Podcast WEBSITE: https://www.theonpointpractice.com/theskillspodcastVisit the BLOG: https://www.theonpointpractice.com/blogFollow On Point Practice on INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/onpointpractice/Follow The Skills Podcast on INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/theskillspodcast/ Connect with Meredith on LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meredithmeyerlmft/Connect with Faith on LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/faith-meyer/

Welcome back to Emotion Regulation! Today, Meredith walks us through the skills of Checking the Facts and Opposite Action (all the way!), both of which can help us respond more skillfully to our emotions and their accompanying urges.Chapters:Chapters00:00 Recap of Model for Describing Emotions02:20 Intro to Checking The Facts06:11 The Skill of Checking the Facts11:45 Assessing Threats and Catastrophes17:05 Coping Ahead: Preparing for Emotional Challenges23:05 Checking the Facts: Understanding Emotional Responses27:04 Opposite Action: Transforming Emotional Responses30:21 Practical Applications of Opposite Action42:52 Building Awareness and Support in Emotional RegulationReferences:https://www.theonpointpractice.com/theskillspodcastDBT Skills Training Manual, Second Edition, Marsha M. Linehan https://www.guilford.com/books/DBT-Skills-Training-Manual/Marsha-Linehan/9781462556359Disclaimer: The information shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the guidance of your physician, therapist, or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding your health or wellbeing.Connect with Meredith & Faith:Visit The Skills Podcast WEBSITE: https://www.theonpointpractice.com/theskillspodcastVisit the BLOG: https://www.theonpointpractice.com/blogFollow On Point Practice on INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/onpointpractice/Follow The Skills Podcast on INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/theskillspodcast/ Connect with Meredith on LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meredithmeyerlmft/Connect with Faith on LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/faith-meyer/

We sat down with Shirali and Arul Nigam of Circuit Breaker Labs to explore the intersection of AI and mental health. We cover how AI is designed to work (not just LLMs), shared tips for how we as consumers can more skillfully interact with AI, where the creators of AI can do more to enhance both ethical considerations and general safety testing, and talk about our hopes for what AI can help unlock within mental health and business.Chapters00:00 Introduction to AI and Mental Health01:30 The Founders' Journey and Circuit Breaker Labs05:17 Understanding AI: How Large Language Models Work07:56 AI's Role in Mental Health: Opportunities and Concerns10:52 Navigating AI's Empathy and Limitations13:39 Safety in AI Systems & the Role of Creators in Enhancing AI Safety18:58 Evaluating AI Platforms for Mental Health Support21:22 Circuit Breaker Labs: Testing AI for Vulnerabilities26:28 Collaborating with Clinicians for Trustworthy AI28:29 Empowering Consumers with Information30:06 Maintaining Critical Thinking in the Age of AI36:53 Speculating About the Future of AI and Human ConnectionReferences:Circuit Breaker Labs | Read their whitepaper here!https://www.theonpointpractice.com/theskillspodcastDisclaimer: The information shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the guidance of your physician, therapist, or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding your health or wellbeing.Connect with Meredith & Faith:Visit The Skills Podcast WEBSITE: https://www.theonpointpractice.com/theskillspodcastVisit the BLOG: https://www.theonpointpractice.com/blogFollow On Point Practice on INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/onpointpractice/Follow The Skills Podcast on INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/theskillspodcast/ Connect with Meredith on LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meredithmeyerlmft/Connect with Faith on LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/faith-meyer/

In Part 2 of Emotion Regulation, Meredith takes us through the different elements of emotion regulation, including biological, environmental and cognitive factors that influence our ability to manage emotions effectively. We also share a roadmap and practical insights to better understand and work with our emotional responses.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Emotion Regulation00:59 Understanding Emotional Sensitivity03:26 The Role of Environment in Emotion Regulation06:02 Lack of Skills and Emotional Models08:30 Mood and Energy Levels in Regulation11:14 High Arousal and Emotional Overload13:56 Myths Surrounding Emotions16:18 The Model for Describing Emotions22:17 Understanding Emotional Prompting and Interpretation25:20 The Cycle of Emotions and Action Urges28:29 Vulnerability Factors in Emotional Regulation30:49 Building a Foundation for Emotion Regulation34:13 The Importance of Awareness in Emotional Responses38:53 Judgment and Self-Reflection in Emotional UnderstandingReferences:https://www.theonpointpractice.com/theskillspodcastDBT Skills Training Manual, Second Edition, Marsha M. Linehan https://www.guilford.com/books/DBT-Skills-Training-Manual/Marsha-Linehan/9781462556359Disclaimer: The information shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the guidance of your physician, therapist, or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding your health or wellbeing.Connect with Meredith & Faith:Visit The Skills Podcast WEBSITE: https://www.theonpointpractice.com/theskillspodcastVisit the BLOG: https://www.theonpointpractice.com/blogFollow On Point Practice on INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/onpointpractice/Follow The Skills Podcast on INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/theskillspodcast/ Connect with Meredith on LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meredithmeyerlmft/Connect with Faith on LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/faith-meyer/

Welcome to Emotion Regulation! In this episode, Meredith walks you through what it means to regulate our emotions. She double-clicks on some of the core emotions that we all experience to unpack not only their message but the action urges that accompany them so we can not only be more skillful in how we interact with them, but also understand some of the myths we buy into around our emotions.Chapters:00:00 Understanding the Core Functions of Emotions02:09 What Our Emotions Do for Us07:51 The Actions Emotions Prepare Us For08:58 Joy & Sustaining the Feeling13:23 Masking & Agency in Regulating Emotions16:18 Anger & Blocked Goals20:46 Naming the Emotion and/or the Need24:47 Fear & Anxiety26:51 Guilt & Shame29:58 Navigating Guilt, Shame & Mistakes with Your Team33:11 Envy & Jealousy36:53 The Importance of Sadness39:42 Practical Steps for Growing Emotional AwarenessReferences:https://www.theonpointpractice.com/theskillspodcastDBT Skills Training Manual, Second Edition, Marsha M. Linehan https://www.guilford.com/books/DBT-Skills-Training-Manual/Marsha-Linehan/9781462556359Disclaimer: The information shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the guidance of your physician, therapist, or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding your health or wellbeing.Connect with Meredith & Faith:Visit The Skills Podcast WEBSITE: https://www.theonpointpractice.com/theskillspodcastVisit the BLOG: https://www.theonpointpractice.com/blogFollow On Point Practice on INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/onpointpractice/Follow The Skills Podcast on INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/theskillspodcast/ Connect with Meredith on LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meredithmeyerlmft/Connect with Faith on LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/faith-meyer/

Today, Meredith takes us through tolerating distress through radical acceptance and mindfulness of thoughts. We cover the role pain plays in our lives and different ways we can engage with reality, to practical steps to cultivate acceptance. As always, we tried to pack this conversation full of valuable tools for you to leverage for more skillful emotional regulation and overall resilience. Let us know if you have any questions!Chapters:00:00 Introduction 01:59 Understanding Radical Acceptance04:39 Practical Applications of Radical Acceptance11:43 What Radical Acceptance Is Not16:18 Step-by-Step Guide to Radical Acceptance21:52 Turning the Mind27:44 Willingness vs. Willfulness31:15 Willing Hands & Half Smile38:47 Mindfulness of ThoughtsReferences:https://www.theonpointpractice.com/theskillspodcastDBT Skills Training Manual, Second Edition, Marsha M. Linehan https://www.guilford.com/books/DBT-Skills-Training-Manual/Marsha-Linehan/9781462556359Disclaimer: The information shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the guidance of your physician, therapist, or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding your health or wellbeing.References:https://www.theonpointpractice.com/theskillspodcastDBT Skills Training Manual, Second Edition, Marsha M. Linehan https://www.guilford.com/books/DBT-Skills-Training-Manual/Marsha-Linehan/9781462556359Disclaimer: The information shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the guidance of your physician, therapist, or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding your health or wellbeing.Connect with Meredith & Faith:Visit The Skills Podcast WEBSITE: https://www.theonpointpractice.com/theskillspodcastVisit the BLOG: https://www.theonpointpractice.com/blogFollow On Point Practice on INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/onpointpractice/Follow The Skills Podcast on INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/theskillspodcast/ Connect with Meredith on LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meredithmeyerlmft/Connect with Faith on LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/faith-meyer/

We sat down with Patrik and Maria of Palomarin Consulting to talk leadership, the balance between team dynamics and organizational goals, the role of mentorship, and the necessity of curiosity and humility in effective leadership. We also discuss practical strategies for leaders to foster a supportive environment while navigating the complexities of their roles.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Patrik & Maria05:27 Understanding Psychological Safety08:19 The Balance of Vulnerability and Productivity11:35 Navigating Leadership Transitions14:25 The Role of Emotional Intelligence in Leadership17:29 Mentorship and Role Models in Leadership20:28 Observing Team Dynamics27:22 Challenges in Behavioral Health Leadership29:08 Dialectics in Leadership32:38 Balancing Team Needs and Organizational Goals42:50 The Art of Transparency in Leadership44:30 Trauma-Informed Leadership46:55 Curiosity and Humility49:06 Authenticity and Validation52:07 Coaching and Community EngagementDisclaimer: The information shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the guidance of your physician, therapist, or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding your health or wellbeing.References:https://www.theonpointpractice.com/theskillspodcastOn psychological safety:  The Fearless Organization: Creating Psychological Safety in the Workplace for Learning, Innovation, and Growth by Amy C. EdmondsonOn trauma-informed leadership: Evolve: The Path to Trauma-Informed Leadership Paperback –  by Carolyn SworaConnect with Meredith & Faith:Visit The Skills Podcast WEBSITE: https://www.theonpointpractice.com/theskillspodcastVisit the BLOG: https://www.theonpointpractice.com/blogFollow On Point Practice on INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/onpointpractice/Follow The Skills Podcast on INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/theskillspodcast/ Connect with Meredith on LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meredithmeyerlmft/Connect with Faith on LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/faith-meyer/

This week, we continue building our distress tolerance skills by learning the IMPROVE skills, which help us improve the moment with imagery, meaning, prayer, relaxing actions, one thing in the moment, a brief vacation, and self-encouragement or rethinking the moment. 00:00 Introduction02:04 Improving the Moment with Imagery05:44 Making Meaning07:58 Prayer & Internal Dialogue10:32 Relaxing Actions16:28 One Thing in the Moment19:27 Taking a Brief Vacation from Adulthood26:46 The Power of Self-Encouragement31:13 Rethinking Self-Criticism32:29 Substituting ThoughtsDisclaimer: The information shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the guidance of your physician, therapist, or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding your health or wellbeing.References:https://www.theonpointpractice.com/theskillspodcastDBT Skills Training Manual, Second Edition, Marsha M. Linehan https://www.guilford.com/books/DBT-Skills-Training-Manual/Marsha-Linehan/9781462556359References:https://www.theonpointpractice.com/theskillspodcastDBT Skills Training Manual, Second Edition, Marsha M. Linehan https://www.guilford.com/books/DBT-Skills-Training-Manual/Marsha-Linehan/9781462556359Connect with Meredith & Faith:Visit The Skills Podcast WEBSITE: https://www.theonpointpractice.com/theskillspodcastVisit the BLOG: https://www.theonpointpractice.com/blogFollow On Point Practice on INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/onpointpractice/Follow The Skills Podcast on INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/theskillspodcast/ Connect with Meredith on LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meredithmeyerlmft/Connect with Faith on LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/faith-meyer/