THERAPY+
THERAPY+ is a podcast that explores the full spectrum of mental health care - from evidence-based treatments to emerging and alternative practices. Each episode features expert guests who share research, clinical experience, and personal insights on therapies, tools, and approaches for improving mental health and well-being. Our mission is to educate, challenge assumptions, and empower listeners to think critically and find what works for them - whether rooted in conventional science or complementary traditions.
Episodes
Wednesday Jun 25, 2025
Wednesday Jun 25, 2025
Dr. Molly Brown: Molly Brown is the founder of CENTERED, the immersive wellness clinic in Sun Valley, ID. Molly has relentlessly sought out the top neurologically based natural methods for reproducible, solution based care. Her results are effective and efficient even with the most difficult and complicated cases including autoimmune, traumatic brain injury, anxiety, depression, pain, sports injury, peak performance and more Her methods create coherence in neurological, emotional, physical, cellular, hormonal and spiritual health.
Christina Walecka M.A.: With a Master's in Clinical Psychology, Christina uses an integrated approach to cultivate therapeutic and compassionate relationships with her clients. She incorporates innovative strategies such as Quantum Neuro Reset Therapy (QNRT) and neurofeedback to help transform habitual patterns of problematic thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Christina is also the podcast partner of Dr. Molly Brown, where they explore topics related to mental wellness, healing, and personal transformation.
https://www.drmollybrown.com/
Instagram (Dr. Molly Brown): https://www.instagram.com/drmollybrown/
Instagram (Christina Walecka): https://www.instagram.com/christina_walecka/
Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the guest speaker on this episode are solely those of the guest. The content shared is intended for informational purposes only and should not be construed as professional advice or endorsement.
Wednesday Jun 18, 2025
Wednesday Jun 18, 2025
Pamela Meersand, Ph.D., is Associate Professor of Psychology in the Department of Psychiatry at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons, and Director of the Child Division at the Columbia University Center for Psychoanalytic Training and Research. She is in private practice in Manhattan.
Karen J. Gilmore, M.D., is Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at Columbia University and WCM NYPH and Senior Consultant to the Columbia University Center for Psychoanalytic Training and Research. She is in private practice in Manhattan.
Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the guest speaker on this episode are solely those of the guest. The content shared is intended for informational purposes only and should not be construed as professional advice or endorsement.
Wednesday Jun 11, 2025
Wednesday Jun 11, 2025
Louis Dorian is the founder and sole investor for the Psychedelist community platform project.
You can visit the site at https://psychedelist.com.
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YouTube: https://youtube.com/@loud-sy9qy?si=1I8dpEAe0QEAkuKB
Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the guest speaker on this episode are solely those of the guest. The content shared is intended for informational purposes only and should not be construed as professional advice or endorsement.
Wednesday Jun 04, 2025
Expert Voices: Music Therapy (How Music Can Help Treat Mental Health Conditions)
Wednesday Jun 04, 2025
Wednesday Jun 04, 2025
Aksana Kavaliova-Moussi, MA, MM, RP, MTA, NMT, Doctoral Student
Psychotherapist, Music Therapist
Aksana Kavaliova-Moussi is a certified music therapist and a registered psychotherapist in Ontario, Canada. She has Masters degrees in music therapy and counselling psychology and studies at a doctorate program at Colorado State University. Aksana works with trauma survivors, victims of violence of all ages, and with neurodivergent individuals. She serves as Secretary of the World Federation of Music Therapy and a Co-Chair of the Online Conference for Music Therapy.
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aksana_musictherapy
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aksana.kavaliovac
YouTube: N/A
Website: N/A
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aksana-kavaliova-37715384/
Daniel Goldschmidt, MM, MT-BC (they/them)
Owner, Etude LLC
Meet Daniel Goldschmidt MM, MT-BC (they/them) - a music therapist who's committed to constant growth and doing better each day. Daniel believes in breaking free from binary thinking and challenging societal norms that box us in.
A board-certified music therapist since 2013, Daniel has worked with individuals from all walks of life - from toddlers to centenarians, people from diverse racial, ethnic, and religious backgrounds, neurodivergent folks, LGBTQIA+ communities, and people with various other identities.
Daniel earned their Bachelor's degree in music therapy from the University of Kansas in 2013, followed by a Master's degree (with a graduate certificate in gender, power, and difference) from Colorado State University in 2020. They have served on various boards and committees, most recently a two year term with the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion committee for the Great Lakes Region of the American Music Therapy Association.
Daniel's dedication to education and advocacy extends far beyond music therapy. They've completed trainings in music cognition research, music therapy and autistic folks, and a 40-hour training on advocating for victims of sexual assault. Daniel has delivered keynote speeches, trainings, and presentations around the world, including keynotes on addressing white supremacy in healthcare in South Africa, Manitoba, California, and Minnesota. They've also given talks on music cognition and musical intervention, including keynotes for the Virginia Association of Licensed Child Placing Agencies, the Virginia Occupational Therapy Association, and a TEDx talk.
Beyond their work as a music therapist, Daniel performs with Brass Solidarity, an anti-racist street band based in George Floyd Square in South Minneapolis. You can also find Daniel playing piano and singing with various bands and improv groups in the Twin Cities.
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danielnnz
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YouTube: N/A
Website: https://www.etudellc.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-goldschmidt-8bb36010/
Cynthia Faye, MTA, MMT, MT-BC, RP(Q)
Music Therapist & Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Cynthia Fay is a singer, songwriter, artist, and board certified music therapist & registered psychotherapist (qualifying) offering compassionate, culturally-informed care through Bluewater Therapy Services in Sarnia, Ontario & Kapwa Counselling in Toronto, Ontario. Cynthia is of Filipino and mixed Caribbean heritage, she integrates music, art, and community-centered practices to support healing, connection, and growth. Cynthia has released a colouring book showcasing Filipino traditions of decorating with colourful Parol to share her culture & provide a peaceful activity for self- care and relaxation. It is called, "The Filipino Parol Colouring Book" By Cynthia Fay, and it is available for sale on Amazon.
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bluewatertherapyservices
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573762329151
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCi-aBy6bygeYbl-wvDGMU1g
Website: https://sites.google.com/view/bluewatertherapyservices-ca/home?authuser=0
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cynthia-fay-gutierrez-marhue-1999a72a9/
Krystine Smith, MA, MT-BC
Board Certified Music Therapist, Advanced Trainee in Guided Imagery and Music
Krystine Smith is a professional flutist, Board Certified Music
Therapist, Advanced Trainee in Guided Imagery and Music, Registered Yoga Teacher, and Marine Corps Veteran. Krystine completed her Bachelors of Music in Music Therapy at the University of Miami and her Masters of Arts in Music Therapy at Saint Mary of the Woods College. She is currently an Advanced Trainee in Guided Imagery and Music, a music-centered, depth approach to transformational therapy. As a Veteran, Krystine is very passionate about serving military and Veteran populations particularly supporting mental health related needs such as PTSD and Substance Use Disorder. She offers private music therapy services through her practice Peak Music and Wellness. To learn more about Guided Imagery and Music, please visit https://www.ami-bonnymethod.org
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/peakmusicandwellness
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/peakmusicandwellness
YouTube: N/A
Website: https://peakmusicandwellness.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/krystinensmith
Anastasia Canfield, MM, MA, LPC, NCC, MT-BC, RPT, ASDCS
Owner/Operator, Director, Clinical Supervisor -- Creative Remedies, LLC
Anastasia Canfield is a Board-Certified Music Therapist, Licensed Professional Counselor, National Certified Counselor, Registered Play Therapist, and Certified Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist. She has a breadth of experience across various psychiatric populations including people who are incarcerated and formerly incarcerated, severe and persistent mental illness, inpatient psychiatric care, intensive outpatient psychiatric care, partial psychiatric hospitalization, specialized school settings, and private practice. Anastasia is a clinical training director for Music Therapy students and counseling students in Colorado. She is also a health educator speaking on a variety of topics related to the arts in healthcare.
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/creativeremediesllc
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/creativeremediesllc
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@creativeremediesllc7533
Website: https://www.CreativeRemediesLLC.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anastasia-canfield
Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the guest speaker on this episode are solely those of the guest. The content shared is intended for informational purposes only and should not be construed as professional advice or endorsement.
Wednesday May 21, 2025
Dr. James Jung: Neurofeedback (How Brainwaves Guide Healing for Trauma & Depression)
Wednesday May 21, 2025
Wednesday May 21, 2025
Dr. James Jung is a former Army combat veteran who, after serving in combat environments, started on his own path to understanding and treating trauma. He is now a psychiatrist specializing in PTSD and currently serves as the Director of Behavioral Health for ZEAM Health & Wellness (www.Zeamhealth.com), where he leads a mental health team providing comprehensive whole-person mental health care, including neurofeedback.
In addition to his clinical work, he co-founded the nonprofit Inner Depths Freediving (https://www.innerdepthsfreediving.org/team), where he serves as the Mental Health Program Director. At Inner Depths, he and the rest of the Inner Depths team help trauma survivors reconnect with their bodies and regulate their nervous systems through the power of the water, nature, and breathing regulation by teaching participants freediving skills integrated with mental health support, including neurofeedback.
https://www.zeamhealth.com/
https://www.innerdepthsfreediving.org/
Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the guest speaker on this episode are solely those of the guest. The content shared is intended for informational purposes only and should not be construed as professional advice or endorsement.
Wednesday May 14, 2025
Wednesday May 14, 2025
Lindsey Benoit O’Connell is a meditation teacher, sound healer, breathwork facilitator, and the resident meditation expert for Woman’s Day magazine. She’s also the founder of The LAB Wellness, a wellness company that makes meditation and mindful movement accessible to everyone—no matter where they are in life—and Elevate Mindfully, a modern editorial platform for mindful living, purpose, and inspired productivity.
With over 20 years of experience in the health, wellness, and meditation space, Lindsey brings a powerful combination of science-backed strategy and intuitive teaching to every session. She’s a NASM-certified trainer, CSCS, 305 Fitness instructor, and certified Unplug Meditation teacher.
Lindsey has led mindfulness and breathwork sessions for major brands like Meta, WeightWatchers, Bright Horizons, FitPros, and more. Whether she’s guiding a stress-reducing breathwork class for corporate teams, leading a private sound bath under the stars, or helping clients reconnect with their purpose, Lindsey’s approach is grounded, empowering, and always personalized.
Her meditations can be found on the Unplug App and Insight Timer. And her mission? To help people feel strong, calm, clear, and connected—mind, body, and soul.
https://thelab-wellness.com/
https://elevatemindfully.com/
Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the guest speaker on this episode are solely those of the guest. The content shared is intended for informational purposes only and should not be construed as professional advice or endorsement.
Wednesday May 07, 2025
Heather Meyer: Postpartum Emotional Health (Placenta Encapsulation and Other Tools)
Wednesday May 07, 2025
Wednesday May 07, 2025
Heather Meyer is a holistic health practitioner who focuses on emotional wellness, particularly postpartum wellness. She is a certified life coach, holistic brain health practitioner, and Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) practitioner. Her services include Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) and meditations, in-person and virtual one-on-one sessions, and postpartum support boxes and guides. She also provides placenta encapsulation.
https://www.placentaencapsulationservices.com/
Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the guest speaker on this episode are solely those of the guest. The content shared is intended for informational purposes only and should not be construed as professional advice or endorsement.
Thursday May 01, 2025
Thursday May 01, 2025
Iga is an acupuncturist in the UK, a QiGong teacher, Taiji medallist, as well as a research lecturer and martial artist. After helping herself combat some internal demons, she now leads an online community of people who want to improve their mental health and energy through QiGong. You can try it out at www.igasqigongacademy.com (first class free!). You can see Iga’s QiGong in action at https://www.youtube.com/@IgaAmal.
You can grab more about me from the About section of my website, VitalityWithin.co.uk/
Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the guest speaker on this episode are solely those of the guest. The content shared is intended for informational purposes only and should not be construed as professional advice or endorsement.
Wednesday Apr 23, 2025
Wednesday Apr 23, 2025
Dr. Patrick McGrath is a leading expert in OCD and anxiety disorders, with over 20 years of experience in treatment and research. He is the Chief Clinical Officer at NOCD, a virtual therapy platform for OCD and related conditions, and a Lead Psychologist at Ascension Illinois Alexian Brothers Behavioral Health Hospital. He is also a member of the Scientific and Clinical Advisory Boards of the International OCD Foundation (IOCDF).
NOCD: https://www.treatmyocd.com/
Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the guest speaker on this episode are solely those of the guest. The content shared is intended for informational purposes only and should not be construed as professional advice or endorsement.
Wednesday Apr 09, 2025
Wednesday Apr 09, 2025
Dr. Mike J. Ng is a board-certified licensed acupuncturist based in San Francisco, where he was born and raised. With a summa cum laude degree in Communication and Chinese Studies from the University of San Francisco and graduate training in public health at UCLA, Dr. Mike brings a unique blend of health communication, integrative medicine, and traditional healing to his practice. Inspired by his grandfather, a traditional Chinese medicine doctor and martial arts master, Dr. Mike has spent over three decades immersed in internal martial arts, mindfulness, and movement therapy. A nine-time international grand champion and USA Martial Arts Hall of Fame inductee, he has helped hundreds of clients improve their well-being through mind-body practices. He later earned his doctorate in acupuncture and traditional Chinese medicine from ACTCM, where he now serves as an adjunct professor, committed to training the next generation of holistic healers.
Dr. Ng runs a clinical practice called Optim Health and Acupuncture with his sister, Dr. Jennifer L. Ng. You can learn more about him and his work at their website: https://www.optimacupuncturesanfrancisco.com/about-us
Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the guest speaker on this episode are solely those of the guest. The content shared is intended for informational purposes only and should not be construed as professional advice or endorsement.

THERAPY+
THERAPY+ is a podcast dedicated to exploring a diverse range of therapies, tools, and practices for mental disorders and enhancing overall mental health, encompassing both conventional methods and complementary and alternative medicine. Each episode features expert guest speakers who share their knowledge, research, and experiences in engaging talks. Our goal is to educate and empower listeners to improve their mental health and overall well-being through effective therapeutic strategies.