This week, we revisit the conversation between Dan and Dr. Jesse Owen about what multicultural psychotherapy really is and how to apply the multicultural orientation framework in psychotherapy and clinical training.

The conversation explores the concept of multicultural orientation (MCO) in psychotherapy/counseling. The MCO framework consists of three pillars: cultural humility, cultural opportunities, and cultural comfort. Cultural humility emphasizes the therapist's willingness to learn from the client's cultural experiences and not assume expertise. Cultural opportunities involve recognizing and exploring cultural aspects that arise in therapy sessions. Cultural comfort refers to the therapist's ability to navigate discomfort when discussing cultural topics. The conversation also touches on the importance of understanding clients' values and beliefs, even when they differ from the therapist's own. The MCO framework focuses on the salient identities, values, and beliefs of clients and how they influence the therapeutic process. It emphasizes the importance of understanding and acknowledging the cultural values and identities of both the therapist and the client. The framework is not intended to be a social justice framework, but rather a process-based model for psychotherapy. It aims to help therapists effectively connect with clients and address their individual needs, regardless of their cultural background. MCO training can also be applied to supervision, with a focus on understanding how the supervisor's and supervisee's identities influence the therapeutic process. Machine learning is being used to develop automated tools that provide real-time feedback and training on MCO skills.


Special Guest: Dr. Jesse Owen

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Dan welcomes back Dr. Michael Constantino, a professor of clinical psychology and director of the Psychotherapy Research Lab at the University of Massachusetts Amherst.

In part 2, Dan and Dr. Constantino explore the intersection of technology, therapist effectiveness, and patient empowerment in therapy. Dr. Constantino shares on his development of an app that allows patients to match with therapists based on their preferences and effectiveness profiles. Then, Dr. Constantino emphasizes deliberate practice for therapists, the role of humility in enhancing therapist effectiveness, and the significance of cultural humility in therapeutic relationships.

Special Guest: Dr. Michael Constantino

Psychotherapy Research Lab

https://www.pcori.org/research-results/2015/matching-patients-therapists-improve-mental-health-care

https://www.pcori.org/research-results/2022/implementing-matching-patients-mental-healthcare-therapists-strengths

Constantino, M. J., Coyne, A. E., Boswell, J. F., Goldfried, M. R., & Castonguay, L. G. (2023). Training on context-responsive psychotherapy integration: An evidence-informed framework. In L. G. Castonguay & C. E. Hill (Eds.), Becoming better psychotherapists: Advancing training and supervision (pp. 85–105). American Psychological Association. https://doi.org/10.1037/0000364-005

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Dan welcomes Dr. Michael Constantino, a professor of clinical psychology and director of the Psychotherapy Research Lab at the University of Massachusetts Amherst.

Dr. Constantino discusses the evolution of psychotherapy research, and the importance of understanding therapist effects and patient-therapist matching. Dr. Constantino emphasizes the limitations of one-size-fits-all treatments and explores how matching patients to therapists based on their strengths can lead to better outcomes, particularly for those with severe issues. Dan and Dr. Constantino dive into findings of the Match Trial, which demonstrated significant benefits of matching patients to therapists with proven effectiveness in treating their specific problems.

Special Guest: Dr. Michael Constantino

Psychotherapy Research Lab

https://www.pcori.org/research-results/2015/matching-patients-therapists-improve-mental-health-care

https://www.pcori.org/research-results/2022/implementing-matching-patients-mental-healthcare-therapists-strengths

Constantino, M. J., Coyne, A. E., Boswell, J. F., Goldfried, M. R., & Castonguay, L. G. (2023). Training on context-responsive psychotherapy integration: An evidence-informed framework. In L. G. Castonguay & C. E. Hill (Eds.), Becoming better psychotherapists: Advancing training and supervision (pp. 85–105). American Psychological Association. https://doi.org/10.1037/0000364-005

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Dr. Lysova returns in part 2 to explore the often-overlooked issue of male victimization in domestic violence, discussing the barriers men face in reporting abuse, the cultural perspectives on intimate partner violence, and the psychological impacts of such experiences. Dan and Dr. Lysova discuss the need for more inclusive support systems and better communication strategies to help male victims feel safe and understood.

Dr. Alexandra Lysova is a professor of criminology at Simon Fraser University.

Special Guest: Dr. Alexandra Lysova

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Researchgate

Canadian Centre for Men & Families

Hines, D. A., & Lysova, A. (2024). Male intimate partner violence victims’ experiences with seeking help from legal system services over time and across countries. Partner Abuse, 15(3), 250–280. https://doi.org/10.1891/PA-2023-0018

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In this episode, Dan is joined by Dr. Alexandra Lysova, professor of criminology at Simon Fraser University.

Dr. Lysova discusses the often-overlooked issue of male victims of intimate partner violence and her journey from studying dysfunctional family communication to focusing on the complexities of domestic violence. Dan and Dr. Lysova expand on the importance of recognizing male victimization, the statistics surrounding it, and the need for a nuanced understanding of interpersonal violence that includes bidirectional and mutual abuse.

Special Guest: Dr. Alexandra Lysova

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Researchgate

Canadian Centre for Men & Families

Hines, D. A., & Lysova, A. (2024). Male intimate partner violence victims’ experiences with seeking help from legal system services over time and across countries. Partner Abuse, 15(3), 250–280. https://doi.org/10.1891/PA-2023-0018

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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

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Official HiTOP Website

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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

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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.

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