Before You Kill Yourself: a suicide prevention podcast.

Dr. Wexler and Dr. Cohen, known as the "Dream Team," discuss the efficacy of ketamine in it's treatment of mood disorders, trauma and suicidality. We discuss:how does ketamine treat depressionhow does ketamine interact with other prescription medshow soon before it takes effectwhat are the implications for LSD, MDMA and psilocybinside effects of ketaminewhat's the best form of ketaminehow does psychotherapy play a rolewhat is the cost of ketamine treatmentsSuicide Prevention Center (Los Angeles)877-727-4747National Suicide Prevention Lifeline800-273-TALK [800-273-8255]1-800-SUICIDE [800-784-2433]Teen Line (Los Angeles)800-852-8336The Trevor Project (LGBTQ Youth Hotline)866-488-7386National Domestic Violence Hotline800-799-SAFE [800-799-7233]Crisis Text LineText "Connect" to 741741 in the USALifeline Chathttps://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/chat/

Comedian Julie Barr has been alcohol and drug free for the last 30 years. We discuss:EMDRhow to say KNOW to drugshow to distract yourself instead of destroying yourselfwhy looking at your feet is importantidentify don't comparethe importance of being willingSuicide Prevention Center (Los Angeles)877-727-4747National Suicide Prevention Lifeline800-273-TALK [800-273-8255]1-800-SUICIDE [800-784-2433]Teen Line (Los Angeles)800-852-8336The Trevor Project (LGBTQ Youth Hotline)866-488-7386National Domestic Violence Hotline800-799-SAFE [800-799-7233]Crisis Text LineText "Connect" to 741741 in the USALifeline Chathttps://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/chat/

How we are connected to the stars3 things that make every species: genetics, environment, universePutting you in harmony with universeWhy is the age of 29 is powerful?How to truly go with the flow?2 of the most important things to make changes in your lifeWhen is a good time to ask for a raise? When is a good time relax?What is the key word for your astrological sign?Why does Leo have 6 years left?How to be the most optimal you?What happens when all of the planets go retrograde?Suicide Prevention Center (Los Angeles)877-727-4747National Suicide Prevention Lifeline800-273-TALK [800-273-8255]1-800-SUICIDE [800-784-2433]Teen Line (Los Angeles)800-852-8336The Trevor Project (LGBTQ Youth Hotline)866-488-7386National Domestic Violence Hotline800-799-SAFE [800-799-7233]Crisis Text LineText "Connect" to 741741 in the USALifeline Chathttps://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/chat/

If you enjoyed episode 33 with Allen Wagner, then you'll love this episode with his wife, Talia Wagner, also a Marriage and Family Therapist. We discuss their new book: Married Roommates: How To Go From A Relationship That Just Survives To A Relationship That Thrives. You'll learn how to:Communicate effectively without assumptions and misinterpretationsResolve conflict by avoiding fighting or escalationGain the tools to stop the disrespect, jabs and low blowsMaintain attraction, intimacy and sexCreate new routines and reinvigorate the stale parts of your relationshipPrioritize one another and work as a teamClick link to order the book:https://www.amazon.com/Married-Roommates-Relationship-Survives-Marriage-ebook/dp/B07PZDZG4J/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=married+roommates&qid=1554395523&s=gateway&sr=8-1Suicide Prevention Center (Los Angeles)877-727-4747National Suicide Prevention Lifeline800-273-TALK [800-273-8255]1-800-SUICIDE [800-784-2433]Teen Line (Los Angeles)800-852-8336The Trevor Project (LGBTQ Youth Hotline)866-488-7386National Domestic Violence Hotline800-799-SAFE [800-799-7233]Crisis Text LineText "Connect" to 741741 in the USALifeline Chathttps://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/chat/

" In preparing for battle I have always found that plans are useless, but planning is indispensable."- Dwight D. Eisenhower.In today's episode, we discuss: how to create a 7-part detailed, suicide safety plan by identifying triggers; reasons to live; creating a safe environment and many others..Here is a link to start your safety plan:https://www.beyondblue.org.au/get-support/beyondnow-suicide-safety-planning/create-beyondnow-safety-plan.Suicide Prevention Center (Los Angeles)877-727-4747National Suicide Prevention Lifeline800-273-TALK [800-273-8255]1-800-SUICIDE [800-784-2433]Teen Line (Los Angeles)800-852-8336The Trevor Project (LGBTQ Youth Hotline)866-488-7386National Domestic Violence Hotline800-799-SAFE [800-799-7233]Crisis Text LineText "Connect" to 741741 in the USALifeline Chathttps://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/chat/

On today's episode we discuss: the problem with self-help books; 3 different types of journaling; why you should use all of the colors in the crayon box; what a snow globe can teach you about meditation; innovative ways to socialize; how to be your own cheerleader.Leo also shares what book he's currently reading: Moby Dickhttps://www.amazon.com/Moby-Global-Classics-Herman-Melville/dp/1978118333/ref=sr_1_5?keywords=moby+dick&qid=1554097382&s=gateway&sr=8-5Suicide Prevention Center (Los Angeles)877-727-4747National Suicide Prevention Lifeline800-273-TALK [800-273-8255]1-800-SUICIDE [800-784-2433]Teen Line (Los Angeles)800-852-8336The Trevor Project (LGBTQ Youth Hotline)866-488-7386National Domestic Violence Hotline800-799-SAFE [800-799-7233]Crisis Text LineText "Connect" to 741741 in the USALifeline Chathttps://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/chat/

On today's episode Leo talks about turning 43, survivor's guilt and the 14 effective ways to manage anxiety.

Today, I have Allen Wagner LMFT, to discuss his new book, "Married Roommates." He co-wrote it with his wife, Talia Wagner LMFT. We discuss: fostering intimacy relationships; 3 stages of life; the 5:1 rule for greatness; what nagging is a symptom of; stay-at-home parents; the key to becoming unstuck; creating healthy habits; and what to do when every conversation is just reminders.Suicide Prevention Center (Los Angeles)877-727-4747National Suicide Prevention Lifeline800-273-TALK [800-273-8255]1-800-SUICIDE [800-784-2433]Teen Line (Los Angeles)800-852-8336The Trevor Project (LGBTQ Youth Hotline)866-488-7386National Domestic Violence Hotline800-799-SAFE [800-799-7233]Crisis Text LineText "Connect" to 741741 in the USALifeline Chathttps://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/chat/

Today I have Mia Turner, MA., AMFT, who currently works with an underserved middle school doing individual, group and family therapy. We discuss: her survival story and mental health journey; her safety plan; mindfulness and aromatherapy for healing; de-stigmatizing mental health; trauma and PTSD; intersections of diversity and privilege and being cisgender; online dating; art therapy.Suicide Prevention Center (Los Angeles)877-727-4747National Suicide Prevention Lifeline800-273-TALK [800-273-8255]1-800-SUICIDE [800-784-2433]Teen Line (Los Angeles)800-852-8336The Trevor Project (LGBTQ Youth Hotline)866-488-7386National Domestic Violence Hotline800-799-SAFE [800-799-7233]Crisis Text LineText "Connect" to 741741 in the USALifeline Chathttps://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/chat/

Today I talk with Chris Brown who is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist at Kaiser. We discussed: radical acceptance; emotional literacy; how to participate during conflict; why "ands" are better than "or;" how to be heard; how to listen to your children; why isolation is the enemy; how Chris battled back from depression; and why singing is your friend even if you're a horrible singer.You can email Chris: chris@chrisbrown.orgHere's a link to the book Chris mentioned: https://read.amazon.com/kp/embed?asin=B009UW5X4C&preview=newtab&linkCode=kpe&ref_=cm_sw_r_kb_dp_JsRJCb1D8Y1RV