Join me, Penny Locaso, founder of Hacking Happy Co, on a quest to empower 1 million impact-driven women to change the world without self-doubt. Leveraging evidence-backed research, my journey and inspiring stories from impact makers, I'm here to help you sideline self-doubt, own your voice and electrify your impact so that you can leave meaningful legacy that makes the world a better place. Come journey with me.
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Psychotherapy and Applied Psychology: Conversations with research experts about mental health and psychotherapy for those interested in research, practice, and training
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Psychotherapy and Applied Psychology is hosted by Dr. Dan Cox, a professor at the University of British Columbia. This show delivers engaging discussions with the world's foremost research experts for listeners interested in or practicing psychotherapy or counseling to provide expert insights and practical advice into mental health, psychotherapy practice, and clinical training. This podcast provides valuable insights whether you are interested in psychotherapy, an applied psychology discipl ...
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Did you know…That the lack of visible diverse expert role models and opportunities for women to practice becoming an expert impacts women’s willingness and ability to confidently step up as an expert? This episode is the fifth in the Hidden Figures: Where are all the female experts? series and we’re going to unpack the fourth theme that presented i…
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This weeks episode is a deep dive into how you can strengthen your graduate-school application to counselling or clinical psychology graduate programs. Amie is back to discuss the intricacies of applying to graduate school, focusing on writing applications, crafting personal statements, and preparing for interviews. Dan and Amie share practical tip…
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Due to popular demand, this weeks episode is a deep dive into what you should consider when deciding which graduate programs in counseling or clinical psychology to apply to. Dan is joined by Amie Orsetti, a graduate student from the University of British Columbia. Amie and Dan discuss the nuances of choosing between clinical and counselling psycho…
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Did you know…One of the greatest barriers to women owning their voice and power publicly for impact is the fear of criticism and being exposed as imposters. The cost of this fear is high as it diminishes women’s confidence and willingness to live their impact and become an expert. This episode is the fourth in the Hidden Figures: Where are all the …
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Join Dan and returning guest, Dr. Paul Hewitt, and continue deeper into the psychology of perfectionism. Dr. Paul Hewitt is a registered clinical psychologist and a Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of British Columbia. He has published over 300 research papers, books, and chapters on perfectionism, psychopathology, and ps…
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Did you know that women often feel that they have to tick all the boxes before they call themselves an expert? Yet my Hidden Figures research exposed that they lacked clarity on what boxes they needed to tick, which meant their skills were never enough. This week's episode is Part 3 in our Hidden Figures: Where are all the female expert series to c…
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Did you know… That a women’s relationship with the word expert is “complex”, can feel “awkward”, infer “peacocking” and stimulate a visual of “a man’s face”. I call this “the ick of expert”. This week's episode is Part 2 in our Hidden Figures: Where are all the female expert series? celebrates the launch of my groundbreaking white paper of the same…
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Dan and this week's guest, Dr. Paul Hewitt, embark on a quest into the psychology of perfectionism. Paul Hewitt is a registered clinical psychologist and a Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of British Columbia. He has published over 300 research papers, books, and chapters on perfectionism, psychopathology, and psychothera…
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Did you know that women make up only 30% of experts on stages globally and less than 14% of media expert voices in Australia? I’m so damn excited to share with you in this podcast episode a taste of my groundbreaking research Hidden Figures which explores how a woman's relationship with the word "EXPERT" impacts her ability to become one and what y…
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The Science of Interaction: Relationships in and out of psychotherapy using the structural analysis of social behaviours (SASB) with Dr. Ken Critchfield Part 2
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In part 2, Dan and Dr. Ken Critchfield continue to dive deep into the science of interactions and the SASB. Dr. Critchfield is Associate Professor and Program Director of the Clinical Psychology Program of the Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology at Yeshiva University. Dr. Critchfield explains the Structural Analysis of Social Behavior (SASB) mode…
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The Science of Interaction: Relationships in and out of psychotherapy using the structural analysis of social behaviours (SASB) with Dr. Ken Critchfield Part 1
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Dan is joined by Dr. Ken Critchfield to dive deep in the science of interactions. Dr. Critchfield is Associate Professor and Program Director of the Clinical Psychology Program of the Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology at Yeshiva University. Dr. Critchfield discusses his creative aspirations, particularly in pottery and music, and how these inte…
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What is emotion processing anyway? How to facilitate emotion processing in psychotherapy with Dr. Antonio Pascual-Leone Part 2
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Dan is joined by Dr. Antonio Pascual-Leone in this episode focusing on emotion processing in psychotherapy. In Part 2 of this conversation, Dr. Antonio Pascual-Leone delves into the complexities of emotion processing, exploring the distinctions between adaptive and maladaptive emotions, the sequential model of emotional processing, and the importan…
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What is emotion processing anyway? How to facilitate emotion processing in psychotherapy with Dr. Antonio Pascual-Leone Part 1
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Dan is joined by Dr. Antonio Pascual-Leone in this episode focusing on ****. Dr. Pascual-Leone runs the Emotion Change Lab at the University of Windsor and supervises research on the processes of emotional change as they occur in psychotherapy and in everyday life. Dr. Pascual-Leone usually teaches courses on psychotherapy interventions and has coa…
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Mindfulness, mediation, and mental health: Integrating mindfulness and meditation into psychotherapy with Dr. Simon Goldberg Part 2
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In the 2nd episode of season two, Dan continues his conversation with Dr. Simon Goldberg, Associate Professor in the Department of Counseling Psychology and Core Faculty at the Center for Healthy Minds at the University of Wisconsin. Dan and Dr. Goldberg explore the topics of rejection and setbacks in academia, positive experiences in collaboration…
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In this week's episode, we dive deep into the insights of marketing maven Mia Fileman, who shares her unique perspective on what it truly means to be an expert. Mia opens up about her journey, discussing the figures she admires in the industry and the vital role recognition from others plays in establishing your expert status. We also explore the t…
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Mindfulness, mediation, and mental health: Integrating mindfulness and meditation into psychotherapy with Dr. Simon Goldberg Part 1
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Welcome back to Psychotherapy & Applied Psychology! In our first episode of season two, Dan is joined by Dr. Simon Goldberg, Associate Professor in the Department of Counseling Psychology and Core Faculty at the Center for Healthy Minds at the University of Wisconsin. Dan and Dr. Goldberg explore the topics of rejection and setbacks in academia, po…
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We met 8 years ago when she had just left her career as a speech pathologist and was trying to work out where to go next. Fast forward to the now and she has created, The Flourish Journey. The Flourishing Journey is a charity that has impacted the lives of over 22,000 young women for the better. She's an acclaimed keynote, voice for women of colour…
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One of the biggest barriers to purpose-driven women putting themselves into the world as impact experts is that they never feel “ready” which means they will always find a reason why they’re not ready yet!What is the cost of never being ready? What is the cost of never realising the life and impact you seek?If you want to make a meaningful differen…
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Revolutionizing Personality Disorder Diagnosis: Understanding the DSM-5's Alternative Model of Personality Disorders (AMPD) and its Clinical Implications with Dr. Robert Krueger Part 2
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It's Part 2 of Dan's conversation with Dr. Robert Krueger as they continue to dive deep into the alternative model of personality disorders. Dr. Krueger is a clinical psychologist and member of the DSM-5 Personality Disorders Workgroup. Dan and Dr. Krueger explore the concept of personality disorders and the alternative model of personality disorde…
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I firmly believe the tide is turning and self-proclaimed experts who lack substance are on the way out.Building trust and credibility over time trumps the empty promises that we often see on socials.I want to talk about what it means to you to become an impact-driven expert.When I look at the research on what it means to be an expert the definition…
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A new podcast name and direction and perhaps you’re wondering why and how.It’s taken me 9 years of working deeply with professional high-performing women and on myself to land here today.Today marks one of those moments where the culmination of passionate driven effort, skill, and insight connect, and pardon the pun for me the Penny has dropped.I f…
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Revolutionizing Personality Disorder Diagnosis: Understanding the DSM-5's Alternative Model of Personality Disorders (AMPD) and its Clinical Implications with Dr. Robert Krueger Part 1
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Join in on another brilliant episode of Psychotherapy & Applied Psychology. This week, Dan is joined by Dr. Robert Krueger and discuss the ongoing studies of personality disorders. Dr. Krueger is a clinical psychologist and member of the DSM-5 Personality Disorders Workgroup. Dan and Dr. Krueger discuss the importance of understanding a person's pe…
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Personalized Psychotherapy: Effective Methods for Tailoring Therapy to Individual Client with Dr. James Boswell Part 2
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Special Guest: Dr. James Boswell Society for Psychotherapy Research Keywords low motivation, readiness to change, diminished outcome expectations, non-directive approach, motivational interviewing, humanistic principles, ambivalence, transdiagnostic cognitive behavioral therapy, tailor therapy, therapeutic process, client-therapist relationship, ma…
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Personalized Psychotherapy: Effective Methods for Tailoring Therapy to Individual Clients with Dr. James Boswell Part 1
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In this episode of Psychotherapy and Applied Psychology, Dan is joined by Dr. James Boswell as they chat tailoring psychotherapy treatments to clients. Dan and Dr. Boswell explore the challenges and strategies of tailoring psychotherapy to individual clients. Dr. Boswell discusses his own experiences as a graduate student, the importance of having …
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Men and Masculinity: Fatherhood, Emotional Insight, and Redefining Traditional Roles with Dr. Ron Levant Part 2
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On this episode, Dan is once again joined by Dr. Ron Levant Join in on Part 2 of this amazing episode as Dan and Dr. Levant continue to talk masculinity, mental health, relationships, and societal perceptions. Dr. Levant shares insights on emotional intimacy, stress management, and the impact of masculine norms on mental health. He also discusses h…
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Men and Masculinity: Fatherhood, Emotional Insight, and Redefining Traditional Gender Roles with Dr. Ron Levant Part 1
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On this episode, Dan is joined by Dr. Ron Levant. Check out Part 1 of this amazing episode as Dan and Dr. Levant discuss a range of topics including Dr. Levant's work on the Fatherhood Project, the impact of masculine norms on emotional expression, and the development of the Male Role Norms Inventory. He also delves into the concept of normative ma…
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In this episode of the Hacking Happy Podcast, we continue to explore the concept of freedom in how we work and live. I'm sharing the next two steps for you to take in order unlock and live freedom on your terms. I've also invited my beautiful friend and client Lauren Adlam along to share her freedom founder story with you. Lauren is a mum of four, …
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In this episode of the Hacking Happy Podcast, we continue exploring freedom in how we work and live. I'm sharing the next three steps for you to take in order to unlock and live freedom on your terms. I've also invited my beautiful friend and client Dani Zetzer along to share her freedom founder story with you. Dani is the only divorce lawyer I've …
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Join in on Part 2 of the conversation with Dan and his guest Dr. Nadya Fouad as they continue to discuss women's career development in this episode of Psychotherapy & Applied Psychology, Dr. Fouad joins in from the Counseling Psychology division of the Department of Educational Psychology at the University of Wisconsin. Join Dan and Dr. Fouad as th…
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In this episode of Psychotherapy & Applied Psychology, Dan is joined by Dr. Nadya Fouad as they discuss women's career development. Dr. Fouad joins in from the Counseling Psychology division of the Department of Educational Psychology at the University of Wisconsin. Join Dan and Dr. Fouad as they discuss women's career development, cultural context…
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Far too often, female founders are sold a linear path to freedom that does not exist. Instagram would have you believe that business growth is like a hockey stick rather than the reality that it’s more like a roller coaster. This leaves many purpose-led female founders wondering: What’s wrong with me? Why can’t I create the business and freedom I l…
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War and Civilian Mental Health with Dr. Ken Miller
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In this conversation, Dan chats with Dr. Ken miller about his work in the area civilian mental health in war zones. In this conversation, Dr. Miller discusses his journey from studying adolescent suicide to working with refugees affected by armed conflict. Dr. Miller explains the importance of addressing both war-related trauma and day-to-day stres…
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In this conversation, Dan chats with Dr. Matthew Large about his experiences in the field of mental health, his research on suicide prediction, and how Suicide Risk Assessment can often times be ineffective. Dan and Dr. Large dive into a number of hard-hitting topics in this 7th episode: the challenges of balancing clinical work and research, the l…
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Improving treatment with feedback: Feedback-informed care and deliberate practice with Dr. Scott Miller
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In this conversation, Dan speaks with Dr. Scott Miller about improving psychotherapy using feedback and using feedback to facilitate deliberate practice. The conversation covers Scott's journey in the field of therapy, his experiences in different settings, and the development of feedback-informed treatment (FIT). FIT involves soliciting formal fee…
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Ever wanted to become an expert? Ever considered the fact that every expert was once a beginner? I’m constantly asked how I became an expert in my field. What clients and prospective clients really want to know is what credentials they should pursue in order to progress the purpose led work they seek to do and the impact they seek to have. I decide…
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Why people experience suicidal thoughts and attempt suicide and the psychology of combat sports: The Three-Step Theory of Suicide with Dr. David Klonsky, University of British Columbia (UBC) Professor ...
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In this conversation, Dr. David Klonsky dives deep into the Three-Step Theory of Suicide, explaining why some people consider suicide and some attempt suicide. We begin the conversation with Dr. Klonsky talking about his side interest in combat sports and the psychology behind it. He shares his experience in martial arts and how it has influenced h…
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How to make more money. They call her the money rainmaker. She's the go-to guru for purpose-led small business women wanting to scale their impact and revenue. Meet Fi Johnston, the founder of Peach. In this week's episode, we explore women's money secrets and why not sharing, exploring, and challenging them is holding us back from realising our po…
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How does social media and your smart phone impact your mental health? Problematic smartphone and social media use with Dr. Jon Elhai
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In this conversation, Dan welcomes Dr. Jon Elhai to discuss problematic smart phone and social media use. This conversation explores the addictive aspects of social media and smart phones; however, they are not recognized as addictive disorders in the DSM or ICD. They also discuss the risk factors for excessive internet use, such as long-standing i…
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The neuroscience of motherhood. Have you ever suffered from a baby's brain or questioned how your brain has changed since becoming a mother? If the answer is yes, it’s time to meet Dr Sarah McKay. Sarah is a globally acclaimed neuroscientist and the author of The Women's Brain Book—The Neuroscience of Health, Hormones and Happiness, and Baby Brain—…
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Multicultural psychotherapy: Applying the multicultural orientation framework in psychotherapy and clinical training with Dr. Jesse Owen
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This week, Dan is joined by Dr. Jesse Owen, Dan and Jesse peruse what multicultural psychotherapy really is and how to apply the multicultural orientation framework in psychotherapy and clinical training. The conversation explores the concept of multicultural orientation (MCO) in psychotherapy/counseling. The MCO framework consists of three pillars…
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How effective is teletherapy? Diving deep into online psychotherapy with Katie Aafjes-van Doorn
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In this conversation, Dan talks with Dr. Katie Aafjes van Doorn about the effectiveness of teletherapy. Katie shares her perspective on teletherapy and its benefits, as well as the differences between phone and video therapy. They also explore the importance of the therapeutic presence in teletherapy and its potential impact on treatment outcomes. …
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Do therapists get better over time? Discussing therapist expertise with Dr. Terence Tracey
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In this conversation, Dan and Dr. Terence Tracey talk about therapist expertise. Terry explains the importance of routine outcome monitoring (ROM) and the limitations of therapist expertise. They delve into the concept of hypothesis testing and the value of disconfirming hypotheses. Overall, the conversation explores the themes of therapy effective…
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This month, I’m celebrating nine years in my own business. Nine years as a Lifestylepreneur, and I want to celebrate this moment with you because far too often, I see purpose-led women in business losing heart and motivation because they’re focusing on all the things that aren’t working rather than acknowledging the progress they’ve made. This week…
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This month, I’m celebrating nine years in my own business. 9 years as a Lifestylepreneur, and I want to celebrate this moment with you because far too often, I see purpose-led women in business losing heart and motivation because they’re focusing on all the things that aren’t working rather than acknowledging the progress they’ve made and what has …
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Have you ever considered how much real estate in your brain is consumed by the attachments you hold? Attachment is our way of trying to control uncertainty which let’s face it is impossible in a world where uncertainty is the only certainty. Attachment gives away our power, our energy and our precious present time to overthinking. That’s why in thi…
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The Applied Psychology Podcast is hosted by Dan Cox and features conversations with the world's foremost applied psychology experts. We cover a variety of applied psychology topics such as psychotherapy, mental health, happiness, interpersonal relationships, and much more. Listen to engaging and insightful episodes by subscribing to The Applied Psy…
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In this episode, we explore the power of feeling to heal. I share the concept of compassionate inquiry and how this trauma therapy approach provides a means to start to reconnect with your ability to feel whole again. We expose how suppressing feelings can have long-term negative effects on our health and happiness, and I share a practical process …
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Have you ever felt like you're constantly battling against invisible forces in your life, your work or your business? Wrestling with emotions, you can't quite explain and behaviours that seem out of your control? If the answer is hell yes, this week's podcast on trauma was made for you. I'm going to share how... Trauma isn't just about what happens…
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Train your brain for calm. How would the decisions you make in the everyday shift if you didn't let your brain dominate and instead gave equal voice to your heart and gut? What if, the impact you seek, was not found in the speed at which you do things but in the intentionality of your actions? If you find yourself longing to inject more clarity, ca…
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A lived experience of burnout. Imagine working 80-hour weeks consistently for years because you love your corporate job. Imagine then waking up one day and your body literally shutting down to the point where you are incapable of speaking or functioning without full-time care. This was the reality for Jess Conner. In this week's podcast episode. Je…
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