Informed Consent

October is ADHD Awareness Month, and thus Heather and Gabriel are embarking on another series...this one all about ADHD! In this episode, Gabriel shares his strengths based approach to working with ADHDers. Join the conversation by emailing Gabriel gabriel@roanokeADHD.com and/or Heather heatherclifftlpc@cox.netFollow this link for the PDF of the Strength's Finder:https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1GH7jwluFatZ5PBaCPfvUBjYqD3aTxvb0E219e9_krvY/edit?usp=sharing

In today's episode Gabriel and Heather explore some depressing statistics on mental health issues, jump on their soapbox of abundance, and discuss how to have constructive conversation with friends and family members about mental health issues. If you have anything to add, have a question or concern, email us at gabriel@roanokeadhd.com or heatherclifftlpc@cox.net

September is Self Care Awareness Month. Thus in celebration of the month, Heather and Gabriel explore their own self care, both the wins and the misses, and challenge listeners to do the same. Join the conversation by emailing Gabriel gabriel@roanokeADHD.com and/or Heather heatherclifftlpc@cox.net

A couple of weeks ago, we celebrated our three year podcast anniversary! In this episode, Heather and Gabriel reflect on three years of hosting Informed Consent. Join the conversation by emailing Gabriel gabriel@roanokeADHD.com and/or Heather heatherclifftlpc@cox.net

In this episode, Heather and Gabriel explore the use of the latest comedies on the experience of motherhood to support moms. Netflix comedies discussed: Ali Wong’s “Baby Cobra” and “Hard Knock Wife”Amy Schumer’s “Growing”“Working Moms”Christina Pazsitzky’s “Mother Inferior”Also discussed:“I Mom So Hard” found on YouTube as well as a standup special on Amazon PrimeJoin the conversation by emailing Gabriel gabriel@roanokeADHD.com and/or Heather heatherclifftlpc@cox.net

The series on Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders continues with an interview with Kimberly Chernichky, D.C., CACCP. Kimberly is a chiropractor specializing in care during childhood and pregnancy. In this episode, she discussed her work in supporting mothers and babies, as well as her work with children. For more information on Kimberly’s practice visit www.cfchirova.com If you are outside of the Roanoke, VA area and would like to connect with a Webster Method Specialist visit www.icpa4kids.org Join the conversation by emailing Gabriel gabriel@roanokeADHD.com and/or Heather heatherclifftlpc@cox.net

Despite the fact that early identification is key, Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders are often not recognized. In this episode, Heather and Gabriel discuss screening for PMADs as well as the different treatment options. Note: Medication was not discussed as a treatment option, yet it is a highly effective treatment for many PMADs. Screening resources:http://www.phqscreeners.com/PDSS http://portal.wpspublish.comResources: www.postpartum.netJoin the conversation by emailing Gabriel gabriel@roanokeADHD.com and/or Heather heatherclifftlpc@cox.net

Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders are the number one medical complication related to childbearing. For Adolescent mothers, this only adds to their complicated and challenging experience. In this episode, Heather and Gabriel explore the prevalence and effect of PMADs on teen moms. Online Resources: Postpartum Support International www.postpartum.net Lionheart Program http://lionheart.org/youth/the_power_source_parenting_program/Books:Hope...Joy(and a Few Little Thoughts) for Pregnant Teens: Consciously Creating Your Legacy by Racheal BrigoniTeen Pregnancy: Teenage Pregnancy Support:Advice for Parents and Teens by Phebe PearsonPregnancy: The Essential Teen Pregnancy Guide: All-In-One Advice for Anxious Teens by Susan Hart Join the conversation by emailing Gabriel gabriel@roanokeADHD.com and/or Heather heatherclifftlpc@cox.net.

Ep 158 PMAD Special Populations: Fathers and Military FamiliesHeather and Gabriel continue the series on Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders. In this episode, they explore the impact of PMADs on fathers and military families. Additional resources:www.postpartum.net/get-help/resources-for-fathers/www.postpartumdads.orgwww.babiesaloud.comwww.postpartummen.comwww.bcnd.org (boot camp for dads)www.postpartum.net/get-help/psi-support-for-military-families/ www.nami.org/Find-Support/Veterans-and-Active-Dutywww.apa.org/about/gr/issues/military/militaryculture.pdf https://givesanhour.org Military OneSource, Crisis line resources for military and their families 1-800-342-9647Veterans Crisis Line, Crisis line resources for veterans and their families (online chat is also available) 1-800-273-8522 (press 1)Join the conversation by emailing Gabriel gabriel@roanokeADHD.com and/or Heather heatherclifftlpc@cox.net

Heather and Gabriel continue the series on Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders. In this episode, they explore the spectrum of disorders covered under the PMADs umbrella. The discussion includes the difference between the “baby blues” and postpartum depression, depression symptoms, perinatal anxiety and panic disorders, perinatal obsessive-compulsive disorder, perinatal post traumatic stress disorder, perinatal bipolar disorder, and postpartum psychosis. For more information on the spectrum of PMADs visit www.postpartum.net To join the conversation email contact@informedconsentpodcast.com

Heather and Gabriel begin their series on Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders! In this episode they begin to explore prevalence and facts about PMADs as well as many of the misconceptions and underwhelming amount of research leading to a lack of screening, recognition, and reporting. This series will continue over the next few weeks. Stay tuned….Join the conversation by email contact@informedconsentpodcast.com

In today's episode Heather brings in a move she watched that is highly informative for out young boys in many different ways. Ferdinand is a young bull who escapes from his home after his father never returns from a showdown with a matador. Listen as Gabriel and Heather discuss it's applications for your clients and how you can use it with them in session.

Heather and Gabriel are back in the studio together! With so many changes and the lack of a summer slump, a solid chat on boundaries seemed in order. In this episode they explore recent situations that required a look at boundaries. Join the conversation by emailing your own stories or questions to contact@informedconsentpodcast.com

In today's episode Gabriel flies solo while Heather enjoys vacation and family time. This is a shorter episode as Gabriel asks for your support with how best he and Heather can support you all! Jump in to this episode for a short PSA and then shoot them an email at contact@informedconsentpodcast.com

Gabriel and Heather welcome back guest Carly Villarreal. Carly is the Social Work Clinical Team Lead for the Emergency Department at Carilion in Roanoke, VA and she is the Co-Chair of the High Utilizer Board. In this episode, Carly shares how the role of social workers in the ED has changed and what that role current encompasses. Carly also shares the grassroots effort to help those high utilizers of the ED, many of which have a mental health disorder and/or who struggle with homelessness. Carly shares how the curiosity of how to help one specific patient morphed into a community wide effort to more effectively support this population. Join the conversation by emailing contact@informedconsentpodcast.com

This month, the biblio/cinematherapy episode explores the use of the move “I Kill Giants”. Spoiler attert: listeners will learn how the movie ends, so be sure to watch it before listening if you want to be surprised!Join the conversation by emailing contact@informedconsentpodcast.com

Heather and Gabriel have explored many topics on Informed Consent, but this episode explores a new one. What does the research on men’s mental health tell us? Well for starters, very little. Join Heather and Gabriel as they take this shallow dive. Join the conversation by emailing contact@informedconsentpodcast.com

What does the research on divorce and parenting actually say? In this episode, Heather and Gabriel explore the research on the impact on divorce for children. Leaning on Heather’s expertise in Collaborative Divorce, they dive into the implications this research has on developing parenting plans that support children having healthy relationships with both parents. Resources: Association of Family and Conciliation Courts www.afccnet.org International Academy of Collaborative Professionals www.collaborativepractice.com Virginia Collaborative Divorce www.vacollaborativepractice.com Join the conversation by emailing contact@informedconsentpodcast.com

Heather and Gabriel conclude their DSM series with an episode on Personality Disorders. This episode explores the diagnostic criteria, differential diagnosis, and treatment options for Paranoid, Schizoid, Schizotypal, Antisocial, Borderline, Histrionic, Narcissistic, Avoidant, Dependent, and Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorders. Join the conversation by emailing contact@informedconsentpodcast.com

Listen in as Heather and Gabriel explore the Disruptive, Impulse Control, and Conduct Disorders. In this episode, they discuss the diagnostic criteria, differential diagnosis, and treatment recommendations for Oppositional Defiant Disorder, Conduct Disorder, and Intermittent Explosive Disorder. Join the conversation by emailing contact@informedconsentpodcast.com