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Psychotherapy and Applied Psychology

Psychotherapy and Applied Psychology

By: Dr. Daniel W Cox
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Psychotherapy and Applied Psychology is hosted by Dr. Dan Cox, a professor at the University of British Columbia.

This show delivers engaging discussions with the world's foremost research experts for listeners interested in or practicing psychotherapy or counseling to provide expert insights and practical advice into mental health, psychotherapy practice, and clinical training.

This podcast provides valuable insights whether you are interested in psychotherapy, an applied psychology discipline such as clinical psychology, counseling psychology, or school psychology; or a related discipline such as psychiatry, social work, nursing, or marriage and family therapy.

If you want to learn about cutting edge research, improve your psychotherapy/counseling practice, explore innovative therapeutic techniques, or expand your mental health knowledge, you are in the right place.


This show will provide answers to questions like:

*How will technology influence psychotherapy?


*How effective is teletherapy (online psychotherapy) compared to in-person psychotherapy?


*How can psychotherapists better support clients from diverse cultural backgrounds?


*How can we measure client outcomes in psychotherapy?


*What are the latest evidence-based practices?


*What are the implications of attachment on psychotherapy?


*How can therapists modify treatment to a specific client?


*How can we use technology to improve psychotherapy training?


*What are the most critical skills to develop during psychotherapy training?


*How can psychotherapists improve their interpersonal and communication skills?




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Episodes
  • Applying HiTOP (a DSM alternative) to Clinical Practice with Dr. Robert Krueger
    Jul 22 2025

    In part 2, Dan and Dr. Krueger discuss the importance of understanding personality in the context of psychopathology, emphasizing the HiTOP model's integration of personality traits and symptoms. Dr. Krueger explores the clinical utility of psychopathology profiles, the need for a dimensional approach to psychopathology, and the relevance of interpersonal factors in personality disorders. The conversation also touches on the challenges of implementing the HiTOP model in clinical practice, the significance of therapeutic assessment, and the ongoing evolution of treatment protocols.

    Special Guest: Dr. Robert Krueger

    Episode Links
    HiTOP Model in an image

    Original HiTOP Article

    HiTOP Self-Report Measures

    Sample HiTOP Clinical Assessment Profile

    ARCS Institute

    Official HiTOP Website

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    🎞️ Video version of the show@PsychotherapyAppliedPsychology on YouTube
    🛜 Check out the website: Listen to every episode on your podcast player of choice

    Connect with Dan
    ☏ Leave a voice message on Speakpipe
    🔗 LinkedIn
    📬 TheAppliedPsychologyPodcast@gmail.com

    🦋@danielwcox.bsky.social

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    59 mins
  • Revolutionizing Psychiatric Diagnoses: Understanding the HiTOP Model (a DSM Alternative) with Dr. Robert Krueger
    Jul 15 2025

    Dr. Robert Krueger returns to the show to join Dan in a conversation into psychiatric diagnoses. Dr. Krueger is a clinical psychologist and member of the DSM-5 Personality Disorders Workgroup.

    In this episode, Dan and Dr. Krueger discuss the limitations of the DSM (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders) in accurately diagnosing and treating psychiatric disorders. They explore the complexities of mental health conditions, emphasizing that many individuals do not fit neatly into categorical diagnoses and dive into the Hierarchical Taxonomy of Psychopathology (HiTOP) model, a new framework for understanding psychopathology that is hierarchical and dimensional, allowing for a more nuanced approach to diagnosis and treatment.

    Special Guest: Dr. Robert Krueger

    Episode Links
    HiTOP Model in an image

    Original HiTOP Article

    HiTOP Self-Report Measures

    Sample HiTOP Clinical Assessment Profile

    ARCS Institute

    Official HiTOP Website

    💬 Click here to text the show!

    🎞️ Video version of the show@PsychotherapyAppliedPsychology on YouTube
    🛜 Check out the website: Listen to every episode on your podcast player of choice

    Connect with Dan
    ☏ Leave a voice message on Speakpipe
    🔗 LinkedIn
    📬 TheAppliedPsychologyPodcast@gmail.com

    🦋@danielwcox.bsky.social

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    41 mins
  • The Dark Tetrad in the Real World with Dr. Del Paulhus
    Jul 8 2025

    Dan is joined for part 2 by Dr. Del Paulhus, Professor Emeritus and personality researcher at the University of British Columbia.

    Part 2 continues the exploration of dark personality traits, including sadism, psychopathy, and narcissism, examining their implications on behaviour, gender differences, and personal well-being. Dan and Dr. Paulhus discuss the methodologies used in research, the correlation of these traits with various psychological measures, and the ongoing debates within the field of personality psychology regarding the classification and understanding of these traits.

    Special Guest: Dr. Del Paulhus

    Additional appearances & resources:
    The Cram Podcast

    The Jordan Peterson Podcast

    Keynote presentation @ the 2015 International Society for the Study of Individual Differences

    Paulhus, D. L., Gupta, R., & Jones, D. N. (2021). Dark or disturbed?: Predicting aggression from the Dark Tetrad and schizotypy. Aggressive Behavior, 47(6), 635-645.

    Paulhus, D. L. (2014). Toward a taxonomy of dark personalities. Current Directions in Psychological Science, 23, 421-426.

    💬 Click here to text the show!

    🎞️ Video version of the show@PsychotherapyAppliedPsychology on YouTube
    🛜 Check out the website: Listen to every episode on your podcast player of choice

    Connect with Dan
    ☏ Leave a voice message on Speakpipe
    🔗 LinkedIn
    📬 TheAppliedPsychologyPodcast@gmail.com

    🦋@danielwcox.bsky.social

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    45 mins
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