The Trauma & Mental Health Report Podcast

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Mental Health

Bullying

Promoting Relationships and Eliminating Violence Network (prevnet)

Internal Family Systems Therapy

Male Survivors Of Sexual Violence

Adolescent Relationships

York University

Stigma

Child Psychology

Financial Insecurity

Stress Management

Cannabis Use Disorder

Extreme Heat

Climate Change

Parenting

Social Skills Training

Pornography

Eating Disorders

Affordable Therapy

Trauma Recovery

The Trauma & Mental Health Report is an online magazine published out of York University in Toronto. We aim to share stories and knowledge on topics related to trauma and mental health with the community. Visit us at: trauma.blog.yorku.ca

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Publishes	Monthly	Episodes	68	Founded	6 years ago
Number of Listeners		Categories	Health & FitnessMental Health

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EP68: Rethinking Parasocial Relationships: Harmless, Helpful, or Misunderstood?

As social media grows, our connections to the people we see on screens continue to deepen. The term “parasocial relationship” has been spreading through online discourse, but are these relationships inherently negative? In this episode, writer Natali... more

9 Apr 2026 • 35 min

EP67: AI Therapy and the Risk of Getting it Wrong

As AI tools like ChatGPT become part of everyday life, more people are turning to them for advice, comfort, and even therapy. But can artificial intelligence truly take on the role of a mental health provider? In this episode, writer Niemat Yusuf spe... more

2 Mar 2026 • 23 min

The Stigma of disclosing Mental Health difficulties among Professionals in the Field

In this episode of the Trauma and Mental Health Report’s podcast, contributing writer Amanda Fernandes interviews Dr. Stephen Lewis, Associate Professor in psychology and Research Leadership Chair at the University of Guelph. His research has focused... more

3 Feb 2026 • 22 min

What drives Cannabis use disorder, and how does it relate to government policy? Discussion with Dr. Jeffrey Wardell

In this episode, Trauma and Mental Health Report writer Adrian Parham interviews Dr.

Jeffrey Wardell, associate professor at York University and director of the Behavioural

Alcohol and Cannabis Lab. His lab uses clinical, social, cognitive and pers... more

12 Jan 2026 • 37 min

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Dr. Gayle Stever

Professor of psychology; expert in media psychology focusing on celebrities, fans, and parasocial relationships

Empire State University

Episode: EP68: Rethinking Parasocial Relationships: Harmless, Helpful, or Misunderstood?

William Agnew

Carnegie Mellon University, AI ethics researcher

Episode: EP67: AI Therapy and the Risk of Getting it Wrong

Stephen Lewis

Professor at the University of Guelph, Department of Psychology; Research Leadership Chair; expert on mental health in clinicians

University of Guelph

Episode: The Stigma of disclosing Mental Health difficulties among Professionals in the Field

Dr. Jeffrey Wardell

Psychology professor at York University and director of the Behavioural Alcohol and Cannabis Lab

York University

Episode: What drives Cannabis use disorder, and how does it relate to government policy? Discussion with Dr. Jeffrey Wardell

Dr. Maurice Foroughe

Clinical Director at Family Psychology Centre and specialist in emotion-focused therapy for youth.

Family Psychology Centre

Episode: How emotion focused therapy for youth helps nurture healthy family relationships

Dr. Norman Farb

World-renowned expert in cognitive neuroscience, focusing on emotion, self-awareness, and mental well-being.

University of Toronto Mississauga

Episode: How to Use Your Senses To Improve Your Wellbeing: The Science of Sense Foraging with Dr. Norman Farb

Justin Michel

Founder and CEO of Building Bridges Psychotherapy and Affordable Therapy Ontario

Building Bridges Psychotherapy and Affordable Therapy Ontario

Episode: How financial barriers often hinder healing from trauma

Dr. Kenneth Widanaralalage

Lecturer in psychology specializing in research on sexual violence.

King's College London

Episode: Male Rape Myths: What You Know, and What You Think You Know

James Downs

Mental health campaigner, peer researcher, and expert by experience in eating disorders

Royal College of Psychiatrists

Episode: SEEDs and Harm Reduction in Eating Disorder Treatment Podcast

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EP67: AI Therapy and the Risk of Getting it Wrong

Q: What surprised you most about the results, and were there any findings you didn't expect when you started the research?

The most surprising finding was how widespread and harmful the use of these models already is, with many platforms presenting as therapists despite lacking proper evaluation or regulation, and the realization that harm can be systemic due to design choices like sycophancy and lack of real-world grounding.

EP67: AI Therapy and the Risk of Getting it Wrong

Q: So AI is a very broad term. Could you start by clarifying what types of AI systems your study focused on and how that differs from or is similar to ChatGPT?

We focused on large language models like ChatGPT, Gemini, and Cloud, testing them in therapy-like scenarios and comparing with open-source models like Llama variants to see how model size, age, and creator involvement affect safety and suitability for emotional support.

The Stigma of disclosing Mental Health difficulties among Professionals in the Field

Q: What advice would you give to a psychology trainee who is struggling with mental health but fears judgment or professional consequences?

Seek support early, use both professional and peer networks, disclose on your own terms when ready, and recognize that recovery and resilience can develop with appropriate resources and time.

The Stigma of disclosing Mental Health difficulties among Professionals in the Field

Q: Do you think the stigmas can contribute to depression, anxiety, and suicidality among applied psychologists?

Yes, stigma can deter disclosure and help-seeking, increasing risk for worsening mental health, which in turn can affect professional functioning and well-being.

The Stigma of disclosing Mental Health difficulties among Professionals in the Field

Q: What do these findings convey about the stigma around professionals in the field experiencing mental health struggles themselves?

They show that stigma is widespread and that many professionals have both diagnosed and undiagnosed mental health challenges, yet there has been limited attention to studying this group, which reinforces the need for open dialogue and more research.

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This podcast focuses on trauma and mental health, drawing upon academic perspectives, clinical insights, and personal narratives. The discussions span a range of topics including emotion-focused therapy, substance use disorders, the effects of financial barriers on accessing mental health services, the intersection of gender and trauma, and innovative therapeutic practices such as Internal Family Systems Therapy. The hosts frequently engage with leading experts in the field, ensuring informative content that is anchored in both research and lived experience. Listeners can expect to encounter a blend of scientific discourse and compassionate understanding, aimed at destigmatizing mental health issues and promoting holistic healing strategies... more

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