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Dr. Christine Cocchiola: How Therapists Can Support Victims and Survivors of Coercive Control

Dr. Cocchiola presents internationally on the dynamics of coercive control, educating professionals, advocates, and protective parents about children's lived experiences and the most effective intervention strategies for victims of abuse.She is a therapeutic parenting and divorce/custody coach.  A social justice advocate since age 19, she developed The Protective Parenting Program, an evidence-based, attachment-focused therapeutic model designed for parents whose children have been harmed by abusive partners.
 
As both a survivor and protective parent, Dr. Cocchiola brings personal insight to her professional work. She is the author of the children's book Every Moment of Every Day and co-author of FRAMED: Women in the Family Court Underworld. Her TEDx talk with over 1.4 M views, "It is ALL Coercive Control," is available on YouTube.
 
Website: https://www.coercivecontrolconsulting.com/
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Susi Amendola: Yoga for Stress Management and Nervous System Resilience

Susi Amendola is an internationally certified yoga therapist, stress management expert, and author of The Centered Heart. With more than 40 years of experience, she integrates yoga and lifestyle medicine to support healing and nervous system resilience. She serves as a National Senior Trainer for the Ornish Lifestyle Medicine program, a Medicare-covered cardiac rehabilitation program focused on reversing heart disease.
In this episode of THERAPY+, Susi explains how yoga can regulate the autonomic nervous system and build resilience to stress. You’ll learn practical, evidence-based tools including breathwork, gentle movement, relaxation, meditation, and imagery that can reduce anxiety, improve emotional regulation, and support long-term mental and physical health.
https://yourcenteredheart.com/
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Dr. Kiki Fehling: Practical DBT Skills for Managing Stress, Anxiety, and Depression

Dr. Kiki Fehling is a clinical psychologist, author, and Linehan-Board-Certified expert in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Passionate about spreading evidence-based mental health care, Kiki devotes her work to mental health advocacy and public education on emotion regulation, suicide prevention, LGBTQ+ mental health, and the intersection between heart health and mental health. She is the author of Self-Directed DBT Skills: A 3-Month Workbook, DBT Cards for Coping Skills, and the upcoming LGBTQ+ Mental Health Workbook (June 2026). You can find her on most social media platforms @dbtkiki. 
 
Website: https://www.kikifehling.com/
YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@heartrecoverykiki
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Dr. Rachel Wood: Navigating the Benefits and Risks of AI in Mental Health

Dr. Rachel Wood has a PhD in cyberpsychology and is a licensed counselor. Her expertise is at the intersection of AI and psychology, including mental health and the future of work and relationships. As the founder of the AI Mental Health Collective, Dr. Wood cultivates a cross-discipline community focused on dialogue and collaboration with clinicians, technologists, researchers, and leaders in responsible and ethical AI. Dr. Wood is passionate about her work as a speaker, workshop facilitator, and strategic advisor.
Websites:
https://www.dr-rachelwood.com/
https://www.aimentalhealthcollective.com/ 
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Jodi Cohen: How Sense of Smell Can Regulate Your Nervous System and Your Emotions

Jodi Cohen is a bestselling author, award-winning journalist, functional practitioner, and founder of Vibrant Blue Oils.
Leveraging her background in nutritional therapy, aromatherapy, functional neurology, and herbalism, Jodi developed proprietary blends of organic and wild-crafted essential oils to support brain-based and systemic healing, especially for individuals struggling with anxiety, insomnia, inflammation, and autoimmunity.
Her journey into essential oils began with her own health challenges involving adrenal fatigue, insomnia, and chronic stress. These experiences led her to explore how oils could bypass conventional metabolic bottlenecks and support the nervous system and brain more directly.
Jodi holds an MBA from Columbia Business School and has held marketing leadership roles at organizations including Microsoft, Time Inc., and U.S. News & World Report. Earlier in her career, she served as a legislative aide on Capitol Hill.
Since founding Vibrant Blue Oils in 2012, Jodi has helped more than 100,000 clients and worked with thousands of practitioners to implement essential oil protocols into clinical and self-care practice. She was recognized as one of the 2024 Enterprising Women of the Year.
She is the author of Essential Oils to Boost the Brain and Heal the Body and Healing with Essential Oils, which synthesize decades of research and clinical experience into actionable resources for brain and body balance.
Jodi is passionate about empowering individuals to reclaim their health and build resilience by integrating plant-based, nervous-system-focused tools into their lives. Her work sits at the intersection of mind-body healing, neuroscience, and integrative wellness.
https://vibrantblueoils.com/
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Dr. David Rakel: The Clinician Effect (The Healing Power of YOU)

Dr. David Rakel is Professor and Chair of the Department of Family Medicine & Community Health at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. His career has spanned rural family practice, integrative medicine fellowship training at the University of Arizona, and leading the creation of the Integrative Health Program at UW-Madison. He is the author of 11 books — including The Compassionate Connection: The Healing Power of Empathy and Mindful Listening — and is known for bridging rigorous medical science with human connection and holistic care. His work focuses on the “clinician effect,” salutogenic (health-creating) science, and how healing relationships and environments contribute to health outcomes.
Website: www.davidrakel.com 
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Dr. Catherine Clinton: Quantum Biology and the Path to Healing Trauma and Restoring Mental Health

Dr. Catherine Clinton, ND, is a licensed naturopathic physician, quantum biology health educator and author with over 17 years of experience helping individuals overcome complex health issues. She earned her Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine at the National University of Natural Medicine, and during medical school began her own journey of healing after being diagnosed with multiple autoimmune conditions and Lyme disease — a journey that inspired her to help others reclaim wellness by understanding the deep connections between our bodies, the environment and energetic biology. Dr. Clinton maintains clinical practice in Eugene, Oregon, publishes peer-reviewed articles, and travels globally to teach healthcare practitioners and wellness seekers how to apply the principles of quantum biology for transformative health.
Website: https://www.drcatherineclinton.com/
Instagram: @dr.catherineclinton
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Dr. Nicole Cain: The Panic Reset Technique (How to Calm Your Brain and Nervous System)

Dr. Nicole Cain, ND, MA, is a pioneer in integrative mental and emotional wellness, blending medical, psychological, and holistic approaches to help people heal at the root cause. A licensed naturopathic physician in Arizona with a degree in clinical psychology and EMDR training, Dr. Cain has been featured on the Tamron Hall Show and in publications including Psychology Today, Health Magazine, HuffPost, and Spirituality & Health Magazine.
She is the founder of the Holistic Wellness Collective, a membership program that supports self-healers with practical guidance and community, and has been a guest on popular podcasts such as This Genius Life, Growth Day, and Therapy Jeff. In this episode, Dr. Cain shares her insights on integrative mental health, trauma, and practical strategies for emotional resilience.
Website: www.drnicolecain.com
Instagram: @drnicolecain
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Dr. Ivan Vargas: Evidence-Based Strategies to Treat Insomnia and Improve Sleep

Dr. Ivan Vargas is an Assistant Professor of Psychology at the University of Notre Dame, specializing in the science and treatment of insomnia. He completed his postdoctoral fellowship at the Behavioral Sleep Medicine Program and the Center for Sleep and Circadian Neurobiology at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine and earned his PhD in Clinical Science from the University of Michigan.
Dr. Vargas’ research explores the biological and behavioral mechanisms of sleep disorders, including how circadian and ultradian cortisol rhythms affect chronic insomnia. His work, supported by an NIH career development award, also evaluates behavioral interventions such as cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I). In this episode, Dr. Vargas shares insights into the causes of sleep disruption and evidence-based strategies to improve sleep and overall health.
Website: https://sleeplab.nd.edu/
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W. Bryan Hubbard: The Healing Potential of Ibogaine for Addiction and Trauma

W. Bryan Hubbard is a seasoned leader and advocate committed to creating, reforming, and improving human systems to accelerate progress for all. With a rich law, public policy, and community engagement background, he has consistently tackled some of society's most pressing challenges.
From leading the Kentucky Opioid Abatement Advisory Commission to driving reforms in disability policy, child support enforcement, Medicaid systems, and judicial responses to mental health and substance use issues, Bryan’s work reflects a deep passion for positive change. His extensive experience includes managing complex organizations, building diverse stakeholder coalitions, organizing impactful events, and crafting innovative policy solutions.
In June 2025, Bryan became the inaugural Chief Executive Officer of Americans for Ibogaine. AFI is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing public education and awareness about ibogaine as a potential therapeutic option for brain injuries, substance use disorders, and co-occurring mental health conditions.
Previously, Bryan served as Executive Director of the American Ibogaine Initiative, supported by the REID Foundation. Bryan was also the former Chairman and Executive Director of the Kentucky Opioid Abatement Advisory Commission. Concurrently, he served as Special Counsel to the Kentucky Attorney General’s Office of Medicaid Fraud and Abuse Control following his tenure as its Executive Director. His leadership extended to roles on the Kentucky Judicial Commission on Mental Health, the Kentucky Child Support Guidelines Commission, the Mine Safety Review Commission, and the Recovery Ready Communities Advisory Council under the Kentucky Office of Drug Control Policy.
Previously, as Commissioner of the Kentucky Department of Income Support, Bryan oversaw the state’s Social Security Disability and Child Support Enforcement programs. He led a multidisciplinary research team to develop Social Security Disability in Kentucky: The Evolution of Dependence, 1980-2015. This groundbreaking study inspired a comprehensive reform proposal, which Bryan presented to the White House Domestic Policy Council and the Commissioner of the Social Security Administration.
Before his public service career, Bryan spent 16 years practicing workers’ compensation law, representing major clients such as Walmart, Tyson Foods, and the Tennessee Valley Authority. During this time, he witnessed the early stages of Kentucky’s opioid crisis, shaped by generational poverty, joblessness, and substance use.
Raised in Virginia’s coalfields, Bryan is the proud grandson of two grade-school-educated coal miners—a heritage that fuels his enduring commitment to uplifting communities and advancing equitable solutions.
Website: www.americansforibogaine.org
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