Best Chris Hoff Phd C Podcasts (2025)

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The Radical Therapist #135 – Pluriversal Practice w/ Brooke Lavelle and Katrine Bregengaard 50:58

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In episode #135, host Chris Hoff sits down with contemplative scholar Brooke Lavelle and philosopher and activist Katrine Bregengaard to explore the emerging field of pluriversal practice—a response to the limitations of "one-world-worlding" that dominate our movements, institutions, and inner lives. Drawing on their co-authored essay (with Maha El…

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The Radical Therapist #134 – Men, Masculinities, and Narrative Therapy w/ Brian Dean Williams 48:11

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In episode #134, host Chris Hoff sits down with therapist Brian Dean Williams to explore the complexities of masculinity, mental health, and contemporary dilemmas facing men. Drawing from multiple perspectives on patriarchy, Chris and Brian discuss: 🔹 The emotional and relational costs of traditional masculinity 🔹 Why men struggle with vulnerabilit…

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The Radical Therapist #133 – So You Want to Do Narrative Therapy? w/ Sanni Paljakka and Tom Stone Carlson 1:16:51

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In episode #133 Chris sits down with Sanni Paljakka and Tom Stone Carlson, authors of So You Want to Do Narrative Therapy? Letters to an Aspiring Narrative Therapist. Together, they discuss the inspiration behind their innovative book, which blends real client transcripts, personal reflections, and practical guidance into a heartfelt conversation f…

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The Radical Therapist #132 – Feminism and Narrative Practice w/ Loretta Pederson 54:50

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In episode #132, host Chris Hoff sits down with Loretta Pederson, author of Honouring resistance and building solidarity: Feminism and Narrative Practice. Together, they explore how feminist principles intersect with narrative therapy to honor clients' resistance to oppression and build solidarity in the therapeutic process. Loretta shares insights…

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The Radical Therapist #131 – Scribbling a New Narrative: Live at Scribble Community w/ Jon Tatelman 1:28:52

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In episode #131, host Chris Hoff sits down with Jon Tatelman, founder of the Scribble Community, a vibrant hub offering low-fee therapy, creative programming, and live music. Together, they explore the intersections of mental health, creativity, and community, uncovering how Scribble is reimagining access to care and connection. Adding to the dynam…

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The Radical Therapist #130 – The Problem with Trauma Culture w/ Dr. Catherine Liu 1:17:29

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In episode #130, Chris sits down with Dr. Catherine Liu, a renowned cultural critic and professor, to unpack the complexities of trauma culture. They explore how trauma has become a dominant framework for understanding personal and societal challenges, and the potential consequences of this trend in both therapeutic and cultural spaces. Dr. Liu off…

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The Radical Therapist #129 – Open Dialogue w/ Dr. Eija-Liisa Rautiainen, PhD 44:30

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In episode #129 Chris sits down with Dr. Eija-Liisa Rautiainen, PhD, an experienced trainer and practitioner of Open Dialogue. They explore the transformative potential of this approach in mental health care, its emphasis on dialogue, collaboration, and relational understanding, and how it offers a radical alternative to conventional psychiatric pr…

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The Radical Therapist #128 – Designing Conversations: Exploring Design Thinking and Collaborative Dialogues w/ Celiane Camargo-Borges, PhD 44:43

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In episode #128 Chris engages in a wide ranging conversation with Celiane Camargo-Borges, an expert in design thinking and collaborative dialogues. Together, they explore how design thinking can be integrated into therapeutic practices to foster more innovative and inclusive conversations. This episode explores the intersection of design and therap…

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The Radical Therapist #127 – An Encyclopedia of Radical Helping w/ Erin Segel & Julie Cho of Thick Press 41:53

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In episode #127 Chris meets with Erin Segel & Julie Cho of Thick Press and they discuss the two-year project they have been working with over 200 collaborators in social work and family therapy; art and design; body work and witchery; organizing and education, and more, to create An Encyclopedia of Radical Helping, now on press and available for pr…

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Liminal Space & Narrative Therapy w/ Dr. Christine Dennstedt 31:04

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In episode #126 Chris meets with Whistler based narrative therapist Christine Dennstedt and they discuss journey’s through liminal space in therapy and the integration of psychedelics in psychotherapy. Christine's Website Pre-Order An Encyclopedia of Radical Helping HERE Chris Hoff PhD, LMFT We want to hear from you! Youtube: http://bit.ly/2i0DmaT …

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The Radical Therapist #125 – Practicing Psychotherapy in Constructed Reality w/ Dr. Stephen Bacon 53:26

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In episode #125 Chris meets with Dr. Stephen Bacon and they discuss his work based on the research findings that therapy techniques have no inherent power. We explore his radical and provocative new direction, the insights of constructionism, and new ways of understanding therapeutic rituals, therapist charisma, and client-centered therapy. https:/…

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The Radical Therapist #124 – Narrative-Informed Relational Interviewing w/ Stephen Madigan 1:07:29

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In episode #124 Chris meets with long-time narrative therapist, writer, teacher and trainer, Stephen Madigan and they discuss his history in narrative therapy, the development of his narrative-informed relational interviewing approach, and the idea that relationships are relational and how that idea impacts the way we perceive and work with couples…

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The Radical Therapist #123 – Socio-Emotional Relationship Therapy w/ Dr. Carmen Knudson-Martin 45:25

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In episode #123 Chris meets with one of his early mentors Dr. Carmen Knudson-Martin and they discuss her development of Socio-Emotional Relationship Therapy which addresses the micro-processes by which societal power processes play out in couple relationships, and her new book A Step-By-Step Guide to Socio-Emotional Relationship Therapy. A Step-By-…

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The Radical Therapist #122 – My Favorite Therapy Book 2023 15:40

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In episode #122 Chris shares his favorite therapy book (that’s not a therapy book) of 2023. In this episode Chris highlights some of the ideas from Arturo Escobar’s Designs for the Pluriverse: Radical Interdependence, Autonomy, and the Making of Worlds that he found helpful and applicable to therapy. Chris Hoff PhD, LMFT We want to hear from you! Y…

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The Radical Therapist #121 – Listening as Activism w/ Carol Halliwell & Ben Shannahan 55:00

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In episode #121 Chris meets with Carol Halliwell and Ben Shannahan and they discuss their recent article Listening as Activism: Re-thinking Resilience and Justice Doing as a Response to Trauma. They discuss their ideas around therapeutic activism and the role of listening in shaping our responses to others and their stories. The Article: https://on…

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The Radical Therapist #120 –Narrative Therapy and Dark Landscapes w/ David Marsten 43:10

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In episode #120 Chris meets with his original narrative therapy supervisor David Marsten and they discuss David’s entry into narrative therapy, his recent book Narrative Therapy in Wonderland co-authored with David Epston and Laurie Markham, and his work with darkened landscapes when problems are impossible. Chris Hoff PhD, LMFT We want to hear fro…

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The Radical Therapist #119 –Narrative Therapy and The Organization w/ Allan Holmgren 1:00:32

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In episode #119 Chris meets with Allan Holmgren and they discuss the early days of DISPUK, Allan’s relationship with Michael White, and the introduction of narrative therapy in Denmark. Chris also inquires about Allan’s approach in developing relational and narrative practices in management and organizational change. Chris Hoff PhD, LMFT We want to…

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The Radical Therapist #118 – Revolutionary Mothering w/ Lyndsay Reckson 32:00

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In episode #118 Chris meets with Lyndsay Reckson and they discuss revolutionary mothering, the transformative work of mothering, and how revolutionary mothers recreate and redefine the meaning of family and community despite facing socio-economic, political, and personal challenges. Lindsay's Contact Revolutionary Mothering: Love on the Front Lines…

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The Radical Therapist #117 – Tarot and Therapy w/ Jessica Dore 40:56

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In episode #117 Chris meets with Jessica Dore and they discuss her innovative approach to working with Tarot as a therapist. They also discuss her training in narrative therapy with Jill Freedman and Gene Combs and how this training has influenced her Tarot practice and meaning making. Jessica's Website Chris Hoff PhD, LMFT We want to hear from you…

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The Radical Therapist #116 – Radical Futurisms w/ T.J. Demos 58:20

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In episode #116 Chris meets with T.J. Demos and they discuss his new book Radical Futurisms. Ecologies of Collapse, Chronopolitics, and Justice-to-Come. In this episode they discuss what comes after end-of-world narratives, how we can win the world we want, and practices of imagining and intervening in the not-yet. Radical Futurisms. Ecologies of C…

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The Radical Therapist #115 – More Than “Affirmative” and Not Just for Queers w/ Julie Tilsen, Kristen Benson, and David Nylund 1:04:48

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In episode #115 Chris meets with Julie Tilsen, Kristen Benson, and David Nylund and they discuss their forthcoming chapter in The Routledge International Handbook of Postmodern Therapies which is titled Queering Therapeutic Conversations: More than “Affirmative” and Not Just for Queers. Chris Hoff PhD, LMFT We want to hear from you! Youtube: http:/…

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The Radical Therapist #114 – The Hologram w/ Cassie Thornton 40:37

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In episode #114 Chris meets with Cassie Thornton of the Feminist Economics Department (The FED) and they discuss The Hologram her viral, peer to peer feminist health network and how it builds the skills and relationships for the anti-capitalist struggle. Cassie's Substack: The Feminist Economics Department The Hologram Book Chris Hoff PhD, LMFT We …

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The Radical Therapist #113 – The War on Woke w/ Shari Dunn 45:55

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In episode #113 Chris meets with Shari Dunn and they discuss her recent Medium article The War on “Woke” is a War on Empathy, and it’s Working. They discuss what conservatives really mean when they use the word “woke,” and how to reclaim the narrative. The War on “Woke” is a War on Empathy, and It’s Working. Chris Hoff PhD, LMFT We want to hear fro…

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The Radical Therapist #112 – How People Matter w/ Dr. Isaac Prilleltensky 52:47

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In episode #112 Chris meets with Dr. Isaac Prilleltensky to discuss the book How People Matter, co-authored with his wife Ora Prilleltensky. They discuss the importance of mattering and why it effects health, happiness, love, work , and society, and how there can be a dark side to mattering, or rather not mattering. Chris Hoff PhD, LMFT We want to …

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The Radical Therapist #111 – Punk Rock Therapy w/ Joe Mageary 48:17

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In episode #111 Chris meets with counselor and educator Joe Mageary to discuss how punk rock values and DIY ethos have informed his work and teaching and the parallels between punk culture and narrative therapy. Chris Hoff PhD, LMFT We want to hear from you! Youtube: http://bit.ly/2i0DmaT Website: http://www.theradicaltherapist.com/ Twitter: https:…

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The Radical Therapist #110– Reclaiming Body Trust w/ Hilary Kinavey 34:31

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In episode #110 Chris meets with Hilary Kinavey about her new book, written with Dana Sturtevant, titled Reclaiming Body Trust: A Path to Healing & Liberation. A holistic and powerful framework for accepting and liberating our bodies, and ourselves. Center For Body Trust Reclaiming Body Trust: A Path to Healing & Liberation The Radical Therapist Pa…

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The Radical Therapist #109– Discursive Approaches to Psychotherapy w/ Dr. Tom Strong 1:00:03

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In episode #109 Chris meets with Tom Strong, professor and counsellor-educator who recently retired from the University of Calgary. We discussed his writing on the collaborative, critical and practical potentials of discursive approaches to psychotherapy and critical mental health. Tom Strong's Website: https://wpsites.ucalgary.ca/tom-strong/ Chris…

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The Radical Therapist #108– Something Other Than Psychology w/ Dr. Lois Holzman 33:37

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In episode #108 Chris meets with Dr. Lois Holzman and they discuss the history and development of social therapeutics, the dualism's and dichotomies that run rampant in psychology, and her latest project The Developmentalist: A Space for Everyday Developmental Dilemmas. Lois Holzman The Developmentalist EastSideInstitute.org Chris Hoff PhD, LMFT We…

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The Radical Therapist #107 – The Social Change Map w/ Deepa Iyer 26:51

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In episode #107 Chris meets with weaver, frontline responder, storyteller, and guide Deepa Iyer and they discuss the social change ecosystem framework, a tool to clarify values, identify roles, and support organizations, campaigns, and networks that are committed to solidarity, justice, and equity. https://www.socialchangemap.com/ Chris Hoff PhD, L…

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The Radical Therapist #106 – Iran: Resistance, Feminism, and Therapist Activism 35:03

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In episode #106 Chris discusses the death of Mahsa Amini and the resulting protests with two therapists who have their own personal experiences with the morality police in Iran. Chris Hoff PhD, LMFT We want to hear from you! Youtube: http://bit.ly/2i0DmaT Website: http://www.theradicaltherapist.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheRadTherapist Inst…

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The Radical Therapist #105 – The Anzaldúan Theory Handbook w/ AnaLouise Keating 29:57

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In episode #105 Chris meets with AnaLouise Keating and they discuss the The Anzaldúan Theory Handbook a comprehensive investigation of the foundational theories, methods, and philosophies of Gloria E. Anzaldúa. https://www.dukeupress.edu/the-anzalduan-theory-handbook Chris Hoff PhD, LMFT We want to hear from you! Youtube: http://bit.ly/2i0DmaT Webs…

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The Radical Therapist #104 – Reflecting on Justice w/ Abby Chow 32:37

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In episode #104 Chris meets with Abby Chow and they discuss Abby's journey and Reflecting on Justice, a mutual-aid/wealth redistribution-based membership program for therapists to unlearn systemic oppression, through community with other therapists. Reflecting on Justice - https://www.reflectingonjustice.com/ Chris Hoff PhD, LMFT We want to hear fr…

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The Radical Therapist #103 – Centering Queer of Color Theorists in Therapy w/ Meera Dhebar 44:43

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In episode #103 Chris meets with Meera Dhebar and they discuss Meera’s doctoral and how queer of colour cultural knowledge can better inform the work and education of queer of colour therapists, and of the counselling field in general. The conversation includes how she seeks to move beyond the current frameworks of LGBT competencies and gay affirmi…

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The Radical Therapist #102 – Deliberate Practice & Therapy w/ Ben Fineman 53:30

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In episode #102 Chris meets with Ben Fineman and they discuss the history and principles of Deliberate Practice, therapist effectiveness, the myth of the 10,000 hour rule, how Deliberate Practice accounts for different approaches and theories, and finally, suggestions to implement these principles in your work, settings or lifelong learning. Sentio…

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The Radical Therapist #101 - Commit to Your Cause w/ Jennifer England 26:02

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In episode #101 Chris meets with Jennifer England, a coach who supports courageous leaders and teams to strengthen their potential as transformational agents of social change. In this episode they discuss how to navigate transition, uncertainty, difficult collaborations and uplevel bold and creative impact. Jennifer's Website Jennifer's IG Chris Ho…

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The Radical Therapist #100 - Single Session Narrative Therapy w/ Michale Morar 54:25

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In episode #100 Chris meets with Michael Morar and they discuss single session narrative therapy, the origins of single session therapy, the politics of single session therapy, and the mindset for single session therapy or "one at a time therapy." Chris Hoff PhD, LMFT We want to hear from you! Youtube: http://bit.ly/2i0DmaT Website: http://www.ther…

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The Radical Therapist #099 – How Not to Be a Racist Therapist – Part 1 w/ Dr. Chris Hoff 8:54

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In episode #099 Chris shares how until we all can lean into discomfort and acknowledge our experiences with racist attitudes, little progress is going to be made in the effort of undoing systemic racism. Acknowledging racist attitudes doesn’t make you a racist. On the contrary, it makes you an agent of change. Chris Hoff PhD, LMFT We want to hear f…

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The Radical Therapist #098 – The Relational Imperative w/ Ken Gergen 46:51

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In episode #098 Chris meets with Ken Gergen and they discuss his new book The Relational Imperative: Resources for a World on Edge a wide ranging exploration of innovative relational practices in education, healthcare, organizational development, peace building and more. https://www.taosinstitute.net/product/the-relational-imperative-resources-for-…

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The Radical Therapist #097 - Queering Your Therapy Practice w/ Julie Tilsen MA, LP, PhD 50:23

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In episode #097 Chris meets with Julie Tilsen and they discuss her new book Queering Your Therapy Practice: Queer Theory, Narrative Therapy, and Imagining New Identities a practice-based book for therapists that presents queer theory and narrative therapy as praxis allies and details how therapeutic practice can be informed, improved, and deepened …

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The Radical Therapist #096 - Therapy Predictions for 2022 w/ Dr. Chris Hoff 13:07

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Just for fun, I thought I'd share some therapy world predictions for 2022.By Chris Hoff PhD(c), LMFT

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The Radical Therapist #095: Pathological: A True Story of Six Misdiagnoses w/ Sarah Fay 32:09

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In episode #095 Chris meets with Sarah Fay is an author and activist to discuss her memoir Pathological: A True Story of Six Misdiagnoses (HarperCollins, March 15, 2022). An investigation into the invalidity and unreliability of mental health diagnoses. Sarah's website: www.sarahfay.org Pathological: The Movement www.pathological.us Links where to …

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The Radical Therapist #094 - Response-Based Practice w/ Dr. Allan Wade 49:46

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In episode 094 Chris meets with Dr. Allan Wade to discuss his Response-Based Practice, and the connection between violence and language.By Chris Hoff PhD(c), LMFT

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The Radical Therapist #093 – Narrative Therapy - Past, Present, and Future w/ Peggy Sax, PhD 58:32

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In Episode #093 Chris meets with Peggy Sax and they discuss Peggy's past, present, and future in narrative practice.By Chris Hoff PhD(c), LMFT

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The Radical Therapist #092 – Magical Realism and Narrative Therapy w/ Sonja Bar-Am 32:25

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In episode #092 Chris meets with Sonja Bar-Am from the Adelaide Narrative Therapy Collective and they discuss how adopting a magical realist lens extends a post-structural therapeutic stance into a possible rhizomic-like convergence of the real and the magical when listening to a client’s experiences. www.adelaidenarrative.com upcoming workshops: h…

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The Radical Therapist #091 – Collaborative-Dialogic Practitioners as Infiltrators w/ Dr. Monica Sesma 48:33

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In episode #091 Chris meets with Dr. Monica Sesma and they discuss how collaborative-dialogic practitioners are magnificent infiltrators, transforming practices within communities and organizations, either in therapy, education, supervision, policy, research, and other fields of practice. Collaborative-Dialogic Practices Conference Therapist to Con…

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The Radical Therapist #090 – Reconnecting After Crisis w/ Masha Tiunova & Elena Baskina 59:14

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In episode #090 Chris meets with Masha Tiunova and Elena Baskina and they discuss their recent research project and how the pandemic is changing our relationships, our friends, and ourselves, and the relationship trends that have emerged in 2020 and beyond. Reconnect Website Chris Hoff PhD, LMFT We want to hear from you! Youtube: http://bit.ly/2i0D…

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The Radical Therapist #089 – Conspiracy Theories and Therapy w/ Dr. Chris Hoff 14:01

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In episode #089 a listener asked what she might do in therapy when conspiracy theories come up. Here's my response. Chris Hoff PhD, LMFT We want to hear from you! Youtube: http://bit.ly/2i0DmaT Website: http://www.theradicaltherapist.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheRadTherapist Instagram: https://instagram.com/theradicaltherapist/ Email: thera…

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The Radical Therapist #088 – The Myth of Therapist Neutrality w/ Dr. Chris Hoff 11:28

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In episode #088 In this episode Dr. Chris Hoff examines the myth of therapist neutrality and offers some supervision and training suggestions to more intentionally situate ourselves ethically. Chris Hoff PhD, LMFT We want to hear from you! Youtube: http://bit.ly/2i0DmaT Website: http://www.theradicaltherapist.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheRa…

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The Radical Therapist #087 – Narrative Bibliotherapy w/ Dr. Mariana Casale 29:50

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In episode #087 Chris meets with Dr. Mariana Casale and they discuss her narrative approach to bibliotherapy. How the narrative approach differs from traditional bibliotherapy. What might a bibliotherapy consultation look like. And what guides Mariana in suggesting select works of philosophy, poetry and other creative non-fiction for clients. Maria…

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The Radical Therapist #086 – Beyond Critique - Composition and Curiosity in Therapy w/ Dr. Justine D’Arrigo 43:28

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In episode #086 Chris meets with his writing partner Dr. Justine D’Arrigo and they discuss their newest project, a book emerging from Thick Press titled, Beyond Critique: Composition and Curiosity in Therapy. A new work where they explore the limitations of critique, and what has happened to curiosity in therapy. Thick Press . Chris Hoff PhD, LMFT …