

Paul Conti
Board-certified psychiatrist and expert in trauma treatment, mental health, and wellbeing. Known for his clinical work and public education on agency, self-understanding, and practical tools for improving mental health.
Top 10 podcasts with Paul Conti
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5,369 snips
Sep 6, 2023 • 3h 43min
GUEST SERIES | Dr. Paul Conti: How to Understand & Assess Your Mental Health
Dr. Paul Conti, a psychiatrist and founder of Pacific Premier Group, dives deep into mental health. He explains the importance of understanding both conscious and unconscious mind dynamics. Listeners learn about the roots of anxiety and self-perception, while uncovering their own character structures and defense mechanisms. The conversation also touches on agency, gratitude, and how they contribute to fulfillment. Dr. Conti offers practical tools for reshaping negative thought patterns, emphasizing the journey of self-exploration and the impact of healthy communication.

2,847 snips
Sep 13, 2023 • 3h 15min
GUEST SERIES | Dr. Paul Conti: How to Improve Your Mental Health
Dr. Paul Conti, a Stanford and Harvard-trained psychiatrist, shares his insights on mental health and self-inquiry. He discusses tools to overcome personal challenges by exploring self-awareness and defense mechanisms. Conti emphasizes the importance of adjusting internal narratives and reducing self-limiting beliefs. He dives into the notion of 'generative drive,' which fosters positive aspirations, and reflects on how childhood experiences shape our identity. The conversation highlights actionable steps for personal growth and the interplay of individual well-being with societal health.

1,895 snips
May 4, 2026 • 2h 10min
Tools to Bolster Your Mental Health & Confidence | Dr. Paul Conti
Paul Conti, a psychiatrist and trauma specialist, explores practical ways to build mental health and confidence. He digs into agency, self-view, and compassionate curiosity. The conversation touches on intrusive thoughts, bad habits, trauma, dreams, self-talk, and balancing reflection with action. It also looks at happiness, intentional living, and feeling at peace with life.

1,597 snips
Sep 27, 2023 • 2h 41min
GUEST SERIES | Dr. Paul Conti: Tools and Protocols for Mental Health
Dr. Paul Conti, a Stanford and Harvard-trained psychiatrist, shares invaluable insights into mental health and self-care. He discusses the importance of self-understanding and how journaling can enhance awareness and emotional growth. Unprocessed trauma is highlighted as a barrier to mental well-being, while relational support is emphasized as vital for healing. Dr. Conti advocates for a balanced approach to self-inquiry and encourages personal reflection as a pathway to empowerment and deeper connections with ourselves and others.

1,093 snips
Jun 6, 2022 • 2h 23min
Therapy, Treating Trauma & Other Life Challenges | Dr. Paul Conti
In this enlightening conversation, Dr. Paul Conti, a psychiatrist from Stanford and Harvard, dives deep into the complexities of trauma and its effects on mental health. He discusses the importance of confronting trauma for emotional healing and shares insights on choosing the right therapist. The potential risks and benefits of antidepressants and the therapeutic use of psychedelics are examined. Dr. Conti also highlights self-reflection techniques like journaling and emphasizes the significance of self-care in navigating life's challenges.

745 snips
Feb 7, 2023 • 3h 22min
#357 – Paul Conti: Narcissism, Sociopathy, Envy, and the Nature of Good and Evil
Join psychiatrist Paul Conti, author of "Trauma," as he delves into the intricacies of human nature, addressing dark themes like narcissism, sociopathy, and the essence of good versus evil. He unpacks the psychological roots of envy and pride, stressing their evolutionary impacts. Conti emphasizes emotional education for children to combat trauma and advocates for kindness as a remedy. He explores the duality of emotions in personal growth, encouraging resilience in the face of adversity and the transformative power of empathy.

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May 11, 2026 • 2h 26min
What's Going Right: Dr. Paul Conti On Self-Sabotage, Trauma & Why Being Hard On Yourself Is Slowing You Down
Dr. Paul Conti, psychiatrist and author reframing mental health toward agency and flourishing. He explores self-sabotage, the five-part structure of self, the three human drives, and why being hard on yourself backfires. Short practical steps for boundaries, honest self-inventory, and turning insight into sustained behavior pop up throughout.

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Sep 22, 2021 • 1h 53min
#533: Paul Conti, MD — How Trauma Works and How to Heal from It
Dr. Paul Conti, a psychiatrist and author of "Trauma, the Invisible Epidemic," discusses how personal experiences with trauma drive his passion for psychiatry. He dives into the complexities of trauma's effects on mental health and the necessity of validating emotions for healing. Conti critiques the current mental health system, advocating for individualized, holistic treatment approaches. He also explores diverse healing modalities, including the therapeutic potential of psychedelics, emphasizing a comprehensive understanding of trauma's impact on individuals.

71 snips
Dec 4, 2023 • 1h 22min
5 Ways to Improve Your Subconscious Mind & Be Happier in 2024: Amazing Insight From Dr. Paul Conti
Dr. Paul Conti, a Stanford-trained psychiatrist and trauma expert, shares invaluable insights on improving mental health and happiness. He delves into the role of childhood experiences in shaping our self-perception. Listeners learn about toxic self-talk and its extreme form, Cotard’s Syndrome. Dr. Conti offers five strategies to transform negative inner dialogues into positive affirmations. He emphasizes processing childhood trauma and provides practical tips for managing panic attacks, making it a must-listen for anyone looking to enhance their well-being.

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May 5, 2026 • 1h 45min
E193 - Dr. Paul Conti: A Psychiatrist's Guide to Understanding Your Mind
Dr. Paul Conti, a psychiatrist and trauma specialist focused on self-understanding and the generative drive. He explores how the unconscious shapes identity, how early experiences form lifelong narratives, and why compassionate curiosity beats self-criticism. Conversation covers humility, assertion vs pleasure drives, anxiety’s double edge, and practical methods like journaling to examine inner patterns.


