Eating disorders can affect anybody. Around 30 million people in the United States have an eating disorder with anorexia being associated with one of the highest mortality rates of psychiatric disorders. Several celebrities including Demi Lovato, Paula Abdul, Russell Brand, Lady Gaga, Alanis Morissette, Princess Diana, Elton John, & Jane Fonda, have used their platform to let others with eating disorders know they’re not alone and to encourage them to seek help.
Read MoreDr. Alexis partners up with Marriage & Family Therapist, Jordan Madison, to breakdown Breakups into 3 phases: Deciding to Break Up, Your Brain During a Breakup & Grieving, and Healing. A beautiful, beginning, middle, & end - If only breakups were that clean and structured. Listen is as Dr. Alexis and Jordan provide practical tips on how to heal from a breakup.
Read MoreYou have questions about Men’s Wellness – Dr. Alexis and Dr. Sean share answers along with practical tips and resources to help you and your loved ones navigate Men’s Health.
Read MoreDr. Alexis Moreno and guest expert Dr. LaNysha Adams, principal consultant, continue their chat about practical steps to overcome unemployment, underemployment and social barriers to help you live your best life!
Read MoreWe see #selfcare thrown around a lot but what does self-care actually mean and what does it have to do with our self-love, wellness, and health? Dr. Alexis breaks it down for you along with tips from people actively engaging in their self-care at the Fitness & Wellness Festival in Arlington, VA. Get some self-care and wellness inspiration from this special Wit & Reason episode!
Read MoreWe put Dr. Alexis' psychological know-how to the test in this fast-paced, Random Question: Speed Round! Listen in as Dr. Alexis demonstrates the expansive training, diverse practice, & multifaceted knowledge set Psychologists acquire by the time they have that degree in hand. A few of the questions asked and answered include: Sex in relationships, sleep hygiene, dealing with stress, “open relationships,” falling in love, & resources to confirm a diagnosis for severe mental illness.
Read MoreIf you’re between the ages of 55 -73 or you know someone who is, this show will apply to you! We’re talking about the Baby Boomer generation - one of the largest generations in American history and possibly one of the most important right now when it comes to senior living.
Read MoreNow as people are more open to therapy, you all have more specific questions that need answering. What are we supposed to do in therapy? Do I have to take medication? How long does it take for psychotherapy to work? How frequently do I have to go?
Read MoreDr. Alexis partners up with Natasha Colin, co-founder of Expanding Identities Development to help us chat about PRIDE!
Listen in to some Capital Pride Concert attendees and find out which performer everyone was thrilled to see. Also get access to a very special backstage 1 on 1 interview with Shea Diamond as she shares the message she wants to instill in our youth, tips for mental health professionals on how to support the trans community, & how she manages her role as an activist & performer.
Read MoreWe know our best life becomes reality when we continuously make decisions that align with our health, wellness, & values. So, Dr. Alexis partners up with Jessica De Jesus, Creative Director at Bitch Media to talk about how we can all create a special career path for ourselves that both pays the bills and supports our personal mission. Jessica shares her journey to discovering mission-based work in the art industry, all of the challenges along the way, and the active roles she takes to lift others up now that she has a platform.
Read MoreIn this special episode, psychologist Dr. Alexis Moreno interviews actors, film makers, authors, entrepreneurs and athletes who have dedicated their platforms to raise awareness about mental health. Dr. Alexis and celebrity interviewees discuss their personal motivators to erase the stigma of mental health and proactively engage in providing mental health outreach in their industries. Dr. Alexis interviews Bill Duke, William Michael Barbee, Donald Penn, Kathy Ireland, and Alex Boye on the red carpet of the Beverly Hilton in Los Angeles, California. Listen in to hear their diverse stories and words of wisdom!
Read MoreThere are 6 million men are suffering from depression each year, 19.1 million have an anxiety disorder, 2.3 million are affected by bipolar disorder, 3.5 million are diagnosed with schizophrenia and an estimated 10% of patients with anorexia or bulimia are male according to Mental Health America. And guess what, these numbers are actually expected to be on the low end of reality because men are less likely to seek professional help. Dr. Alexis Moreno and guest expert, Dr. Sean Walsh, combine their years of psychological study, research, and treatment to explain male gender identity, “toxic masculinity,” and men’s mental health.
Read MoreThere are 6 million men are suffering from depression each year, 19.1 million have an anxiety disorder, 2.3 million are affected by bipolar disorder, 3.5 million are diagnosed with schizophrenia and an estimated 10% of patients with anorexia or bulimia are male according to Mental Health America. And guess what, these numbers are actually expected to be on the low end of reality because men are less likely to seek professional help. Dr. Alexis Moreno and guest expert, Dr. Sean Walsh, combine their years of psychological study, research, and treatment to explain male gender identity, “toxic masculinity,” and men’s mental health.
Read MoreDr. Alexis Moreno and guest expert Dr. LaNysha Adams, principal consultant, discuss the psychological and anthropological significance of our work lives and the various phases of our career development. Dr. Alexis and Dr. LaNysha also share practical steps to overcome unemployment, underemployment and social barriers to help you live your best life!
Read MoreDr. Alexis Moreno and guest expert, Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Psychotherapist, Alex Honigman, expand their conversation about Love & Dating to emphasize practical steps that promote healthy intimate relationships in your life.
Read MoreDr. Alexis Moreno and guest expert, Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Psychotherapist, Phillip A Reynold, expand their conversation about Engagement & Marriage and emphasize practical steps to promote healthy intimate relationships in your life.
Read MoreUS marriage rate has declined (8 percentage points since 1990) and divorce rates among older Americans have increased! Dr. Alexis Moreno and guest expert, Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Psychotherapist, Phillip A Reynold, explore these sociocultural changes, share research outcomes, and evidence-based approaches to promote healthy intimate relationships in your life.
Read MoreChronic pain is one of the most common reasons adults seek medical care and it has been linked to restrictions in daily activities, dependence on opioids, anxiety, depression, and reduced quality of life (CDC, 2018). But here’s the thing, psychological interventions for chronic pain often provide more relief than prescription drugs or surgery without the risk of side effects but are used much less frequently than traditional medical treatments (APA, 2014)! Dr. Alexis Moreno and guest expert, Clinical Health Psychologist and Mind Body Coach, Dr. Kelly Donahue, review the psychological treatments that actually work to resolve Chronic Pain.
Read MoreOver the past few years we’ve heard more celebrities publicly disclose their personal challenges with anxiety and even panic attacks. Dr. Alexis Moreno and guest expert, Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Dr. Alicia Hodge, review who has been quoted talking about anxiety and how it relates to any of the 6 different types anxiety disorders. Dr. Alexis and Dr. Alicia answer your Anxiety & Coping questions with Healthy Lifestyle Tips to increase your ability to take on whatever life throws at you.
Read MoreDr. Alexis Moreno and guest expert, licensed clinical social worker (and hubby) Alex Honigman, bring psychological expertise to provide smart and practical explanations for human behavior. Dr. Alexis & Alex discuss today’s ever evolving love and dating culture and answer DC’s own questions on anything from love to hardships. Listen in and bring a little bit of positive mental health to your day.
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