In this captivating podcast episode, join Dr. Alexis Moreno as she sits down for an enlightening radio interview with the renowned psychologist, Dr. Ali Mattu. Together, they delve into the fascinating world of media psychology and its influence on our lives. Listen as Dr. Ali opens up about his childhood and shares heartwarming anecdotes of how media and his work with his clients has impacted his life as a psychologist. Discover how a chance encounter inspired him to create informative and engaging content, bridging the gap between professional knowledge and accessibility. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The media doesn’t have a great track record for accurately or even compassionately representing mental illness. But today, we have the pleasure to talk with close friends, writers, and producers, Dara Sanandaji and Freddie Bell. Dara shares what it’s like to live and function in today’s world with mental illness and has partnered up with Freddie to create "Breaking the Silence" a refreshingly open and honest documentary about Dara's process with Bipolar Disorder with psychotic features, now streaming on Amazon video.Visit our Wit and Reason Show Page to Access the Resources Shared in the Show! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. Alexis talks with Hayden, a Wellness Coach with Wit & Reason focusing on (among a few areas) youth’s academic wellness. Hayden shares the many challenges teens experience in testing, applying, and remaining in college. Learn tips & recommendations to support youth through college readiness challenges! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. Alexis talks with Emma G, a musician and songwriter who has been sharing her creative gifts to help empower teens and adults. Emma G shares the many challenges teens and adults face in their life and how getting creative and writing our own song can help. Listen in to learn tips & recommendations to boost your wellness via music! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

WIT & REASON WITH DR. ALEXIS MORENOOur Wit & Reason therapist, Rueben Steele and Dr. Alexis dive into drive and answer, What is a Healthy Sex Drive? We're not here to characterize levels or brands of sexuality as pathological or "bad" instead we would like for you to use this show as a guide to help you increase your ability to figure out what's healthy, sexy, and compatible for you.Resources from the ShowSERVICESBook a Therapy Session with Reuben SteeleGet More Healthy Dating Tips from Dr. Alexis on Aura Health AppWhitman Walker ClinicTrevor Project Sex Addicts Anonymous ProgramVIDEOSMia Khalifa: "Porn is not reality" BBC HARDtalk (24 mins) BOOKSOut of the ShadowIn the Shadows of the Net: Breaking Free of Compulsive Online Sexual Behavior by Patrick J. Carnes, David Delmonico & Elizabeth GriffenBreaking Free of Compulsive Online Sexual Behavior by Patrick Carnes, David Delmonico & Elizabeth GriffenYour Brain on Porn: Internet Pornography and the Emerging Science of Addiction by Gary WilsonARTICLESCompulsive Sexual Behavior Inventory – 13 (CSBI-13) Dr. Eli Coleman and Dr. Michael Miner Institute for Sexual and Gender Health at the University of MinnesotaIs Your Sex Drive Normal? Probably.The CERTS Model of Healthy Sex: Consent, Equality, Respect, Trust, and SafetySexual Health Research LabCLINICAL CONSIDERATIONSA comparison of DSM and ICD classifications of mental disorderICD-11 for Mortality and Morbidity Statistics: 6C72 Compulsive sexual behaviour disorderCompulsive sexual behaviour disorder in the ICD-11MayoClinic: Compulsive sexual behavior Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

WIT & REASON WITH DR. ALEXIS MORENOEating 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. On today's show, we're expanding this effort to provide some education on signs of eating disorders, how to get support for yourself or others who may have an eating disorder, and how eating disorders evolved from both our nature and nurture.Listen in as Dr. Alexis interviews Christie Dondero Bettwy, Executive Director of Rock Recovery who openly shares personal experience recovering from an eating disorder, and Callie Dyer, MA, Director of Development & Resident in Counseling at Rock Recovery who dives into eating disorder treatment.Resources from the Show9 Celebrities with Eating Disorders (Healthline).A Registered Dietitian Says: Weight Watchers: Stay Away from Our Children (Sunny Side Up Nutrition).Scientists Have Found That Anorexia is Linked to Metabolism (CNN).One shared meal at a time: The unique way this Virginia group is helping people with eating disorders (The Washington Post).Learn More About Rock Recovery (Rock Recovery). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

WIT & REASON WITH DR. ALEXIS MORENOSuicide is the 2nd leading cause of death among 10 to 24-year-olds. Approximately 20% of kids have seriously considered suicide within a one year period here in the US. This may be a passing thought that happens once or something that a child may be thinking about more actively. How do you have a conversation about emotions, mental health, and concerning behaviors with the teens in your life? Then, what do you do if they mention something concerning? Listen in as Dr. Alexis speaks with a professor of psychology and neuroscience and researcher, Dr. Mitch Prinstein, to get specific tips on how to support teens’ mental health.Resources from the ShowAccess Evidence-Based Mental Health Treatment for Children and Adolescents (Effective Child Therapy)Learn more about Dr. Mitch Prinstein’s Research (Dr. Mitch Prinstein)Get free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, 24/7 (National Suicide Prevention Lifeline)Find a psychologist near you (American Psychological Association, Psychologist Locator) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mindfulness & Therapy with Den, George, & Zhassulan (Jazz)In this interview, Dr. Alexis meets with three Mindfulness Teachers from Ukraine on the evening of March 4, 2022. Den, George, & Zhassulan describe what it has been like for them as mental health professionals living in Ukraine during Putin's and Russia's invasion, their experience leaving Ukraine, and their ongoing work in spreading kindness and compassion.Topics DiscussedRussia Invasion of UkraineUkraine Live UpdatesExperiences Surviving War in Ukraine 2022Mindfulness, Compassion, Mental Health, Sleep, and AnxietyFacing Russian “Brainwashing” and DisinformationHow to Support UkraineResources from the ShowCome Back Alive, the biggest fund for helping Ukrainian soldiers (not for weapons) Additional places to donate: https://uahelp.monobank.ua/ & https://helpukrainewin.org/Ukrainian Volunteer Service https://secure.wayforpay.com/payment/uvs_supportEast Ukraine, Vostok SOS (East SOS) https://vostok-sos.org/en/Help for elders in Ukraine https://starenki.com.ua/en/home-2/Media ReferencesUkrainian Pravda (Ukrainian truth) https://www.pravda.com.ua/eng/Zaborona https://zaborona.com/en/NV https://english.nv.ua/Kyivpost https://www.kyivpost.com/As always, follow us on Twitter and Instagram for more Community Health tips and Ukrainian interview updates. Subscribe to the podcast version of our DC Radio talk show on Amazon Music, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Alexa, iHeartRadio, Spotify, or YouTube. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Wit and Reason with Dr. Alexis Moreno. This is the 2nd interview in our new series, Ukrainian Experiences, broadcasted to help raise awareness about realities and hardships associated with the Putin Russian invasion and war occurring in Ukraine. In this episode, Dr. Alexis interviews Oleksandra Osipova on the evening of March 1, 2022 in Ukraine. Oleksandra shares her experiences living in Ukraine during Putin's and Russia's continued invasions, the bomb shelters she and her family have utilized, and now in a safer location - her work in coordinating information spreading about the war. Oleksandra also encourages our listeners to contribute donations to https://uahelp.monobank.ua/ in order to support Ukrainian survivors.Topics Discussed:Russia Invasion of UkraineUkraine Live UpdatesExperiences Surviving War in Ukraine 2022Mental Health, Sleep Impairment, and AnxietyCombatting Russian PropagandaHow to Support UkraineResources from the ShowVisit UA Help to financially support Ukrainian survivors.As always, follow us on Twitter and Instagram for more Community Health tips and Ukrainian interview updates. Subscribe to the podcast version of our DC Radio talk show on Amazon Music, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Alexa, iHeartRadio, Spotify, or YouTube. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Wit and Reason with Dr. Alexis Moreno. We are broadcasting a new series, Ukrainian Experiences, in order to help raise awareness about realities and hardships associated with the Putin Russian invasion and war occurring in Ukraine. In this first series episode, Dr. Alexis interviews Julia Petryk on March 1, 2022 in Kyiv, Ukraine. Julia openly describes her experiences living in Kyiv leading up to and during Putin's and Russia's continued invasions. She also shares various ways you can support her communication efforts and Ukrainian aid.Topics Discussed:Russia Invasion of UkraineUkraine Live UpdatesExperiences Surviving War in Ukraine 2022How to Support UkraineResources from the ShowFollow Julia on Twitter and help by reposting her content.Read Here’s How You Can Help The People Of Ukraine and choose from their list of donation sites and people to follow.As always, follow us on Twitter and Instagram for more Community Health tips and Ukrainian interview updates. Subscribe to the podcast version of our DC Radio talk show on Amazon Music, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Alexa, iHeartRadio, Spotify, or YouTube. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

WIT & REASON WITH DR. ALEXIS MORENODr. Alexis interviews Phillip Bazemore, Judge Carlos Moore, and Charles Tucker, authors of The Five Brothers, all about the benefits of creating and maintaining meaningful adult friendships. More so, they dive into how to break through toxic masculinity and the stereotypes that hold back men’s ability to express and receive love.Resources from the ShowStories from first-generation doctors, attorneys, and judges persevering through adversity including single parenthood, poverty, police brutality, and more (The Five Brothers) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Psychologist, Dr. Alexis from Wit & Reason, shares mental health recommendations amid COVID-19:As human beings we all need human connection. Meaning active communication with others. Living alone during this pandemic can be exceptionally difficult. So make some extra efforts to fill your social calendar. Have a virtual dinner date. Schedule time to eat and commiserate while on a video call with a friend. Meet for some social distanced exercise. Walk, run or bike ride 6 ft apart. Even with some space, they will still be able to hear about your day. Arrange a movie night. Grab the popcorn and a delicious drink. You and your friend are hitting play at the same time and sharing this experience over a phone or video call. Whatever creative way you find to connect make it a daily priority. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're all doing our part to flatten the curve and decrease the spread of COVID-19 by staying at home. But sheltering in place and practicing social distance does not at all mean you need to be disconnected. Mental health therapists and health coaches are here for you via video sessions. Wit & Reason, a mental health practice based in Washington, DC has provided telehealth services since it's establishment. This approach was motivated by Wit & Reason's founder, Dr. Alexis Moreno, who has dedicated her career as a psychologist to making quality mental health accessible.Dr. Alexis and Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Alex Honigman, partner up to tackle our current problems and limitations to mental health treatment access. Dr. Alexis and Alex breakdown two solutions to treatment access issues: 1. Divide and Conquer - Offer different levels of care in order to decrease the strain on our clinicians. 2. Go Virtual - Increase use of Telehealth services! Dr. Alexis and Alex also explain the logistics around telehealth services for new clients, things to consider when exploring telehealth as an option, and what you can do today to get started! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. Alexis meets with Dr. Mark Libow, a retired cardiologist, who after years of practice in the medical field, has decided to take on studying, teaching, and practicing Qigong meditation. Listen in as Dr. Libow describes his first encounter with a Qigong Master, the unprompted diagnosis he received, and the life changing impact Qigong meditation has played in his life."Qigong is a holistic system of coordinated body postures and movements, breathing, and meditation used for the purpose of health and spirituality, has its roots in ancient Chinese culture dating back more than 4000 years.""Ren Xue combines eastern and western traditions and thought.Ren Xue's promise is the possibility of living a calm, relaxed, and natural state, in harmony with yourself, with those around you, and with the world." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We 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! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We are in what some experts are calling an infodemic – as confirmed cases of coronavirus continue to grow so does misinformation. On today’s show Dr. Alexis partners up with licensed clinical social worker, Alex Honigman to address our fears and anxieties around coronavirus.Dr. Alexis shares how to maintain informed about COVID-19 while also managing your stress levels. Dr. Alexis & Alex breakdown CDC prevention recommendations and give you tips on how to incorporate these healthy behaviors in your daily life. Fears and anxieties don’t bring out the best in us. Dr. Alexis and Alex also address coronavirus on a social and psychological level. Listen in to get the mental health perspective of this global concern and refer to CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) and WHO (World Health Organization) for COVID-19 updates. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do you have youth in your life ages 5 - 18? Want to make sure they have healthy adult supervision and keep them busy after school? Well, we have a program for you! We have President and CEO, Gabrielle Webster, an African American executive leading the charge to serve over 20,000 youth in the Greater Washington region on our show during Black History month and in support of our ongoing mission to support diverse community programs. Asha, a teen club Member & Youth Ambassador, is also on our show with Dr. Alexis giving us the inside scoop of what it's like to be a member of the Boys and Girls Clubs. Listen in and get inspired by our two incredible BGCGW guests! This is exactly the type of community news we need in our lives right now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We are going deep on the show today - Save this show for later if you are currently operating heavy machinery. This is a crucial one. A topic that every single one of us relate to on an intense and profound level. We’re diving into loss. Why do we grieve and how do we get through it?This is not an easy topic but it is one that we all experience. Currently, Angelenos are grieving over the sudden death of Kobe Bryant and his daughter, Gianna. Others are experiencing loss on an even closer and more intimate level. So, let’s talk about death, loss, grieving, and healing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How in the world do we manage to have HEALTHY conflicts in our relationships? Dr. Alexis Moreno and Dr. Rebekah Montgomery talk all about talking - specifically, how to talk with others about the tough, emotionally charged topics. Listen in as Dr. Alexis and Dr. M breakdown what it means to "fight fair," essentials for healthy conflicts, and useful tips for maintaining a relationship while talking about the tough stuff. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The loss of Kobe and his daughter has been a shocking reminder thatWe’re not invincible All of us are fragile Our life is temporary and valuable And these reminders aren’t motivators to stay locked indoors. No, that’s not what Kobe and his family represented to us. We are reminded to live courageously, to love and show our family that we care deeply for them, to resiliently return and rebuild our life and relationships if/when they face battles.We have followed along Kobe’s life since he was a teen. We were there when he succeeded, when he was challenged, and when he experienced his last moments. Now there is an absence and all we’re left with is mourning. As we process our loss, I hope the meaning we retain aligns with cherishing our loved ones and living everyday of our life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.