The AAMFT Podcast

In this installment of the All-Star Panel Series, Eli is joined by Dr. Froma Walsh, Mary Jo Barrett, and Dr. Celia Falicov for a rich conversation on resilience, trauma, and the essential role of culture in healing.

In this second installment of the All-Star Panel Series, Eli is joined by Jill Freedman, Gene Combs, and Diane Gehart for a conversation that will explore the heart of postmodern and integrative systemic therapy—story, meaning, mindfulness, and the transformative power of collaborative dialogue.

In the first AAMFT Podcast episode of 2026, Eli introduces the All-Star Panel Series featuring Cloé Madanes and Frank Dattilio for an in-depth conversation highlighting the enduring legacy of the late Norman Epstein. This series is devoted to legacy, mentorship, and the core ideas that advance our field of systemic therapy.

In this conversation, Dr. Michelle Sherman, a clinical psychologist and author, shares her journey of supporting families affected by mental illness. She tackles misconceptions about family involvement and discusses the impact of mental health on relationships. Dr. Sherman highlights the balance between supportive love and codependency, offering practical strategies for families. She emphasizes the importance of recognizing children's needs and maintaining hope in recovery, sharing valuable insights from her own books designed for families.

Dr. Steve Harris, a distinguished professor with expertise in discernment counseling, and Dr. Ronald Asiimwe, an assistant professor focusing on culturally informed therapy, discuss the importance of representation in marriage and family therapy. They delve into their unique journeys into the field and the need for mentorship for BIPOC practitioners. The duo highlights their MINN MFT YouTube channel, aimed at increasing visibility for diverse voices and addressing students' disconnection from traditional training. They explore the adaptation of therapy models across cultures, focusing on building community and retention among MFTs of color.

Allie Montgomery, Jennifer Vericulter, Jeffrey Helton, and Frankie Jones share their journeys as early-career MFTs. Allie discusses transitioning from autism therapy to systemic family work. Jennifer reveals her path driven by a passion for peacemaking, while Jeffrey raps about MFT history, blending creativity with therapy. Frankie emphasizes supporting marginalized clients and navigating licensure challenges. They all highlight the importance of peer support, self-compassion, and balancing work-life dynamics as they forge their paths in the field.

In this episode of the AAMFT Podcast, Eli is joined by Dr. Carmen Knudson-Martin for an in-depth discussion about Socio-Emotional Relationship Therapy (SERT).

On this episode, Eli is joined by Dr. Anderson and Dr. Smith to discuss their research findings and emphasize the unique training needs for supervisors of color and the sociocultural factors that often affect the supervisory relationship.

In this episode, Eli sits down with Dr. Tammy Nelson to discuss Ketamine Assisted Relational Psychotherapy (KARP) as a potential pathway to release old habitual thoughts and patterns of relating to your partner.

In this episode, Dr. Eli sits down with Dr. Priest to discuss the theory-driven assessment and the EPIC model for diagnosing the history, structure, and boundaries of family systems.