No Supervision: Recent Episodes
Thomas Hughes
No Supervision is hosted by Dr. Thomas Hughes, an adolescent and young adult psychiatrist in Los Angeles. This podcast is a place for mental health professionals and other professionals to speak openly. Listen and subscribe so you don't miss the latest episodes. Rebranded (The CUBELA Podcast and Psych Adjacent).
Anita Avedian and Sandra Kushnir joined the podcast to discuss the changes they've noticed amongst the newest grads. They also discuss how these changes affect patient care, business owners, and the industry as a whole.
Ludine Pierre stopped by the No Supervision podcast to discuss disordered eating.
I have been wanting someone to come in and talk about this for a long time, so I was very excited to have this conversation.
Dr. Thomas Hughes: neopsych.com linktr.ee/drthomashughes
Ludine Pierre: lptherapy.co spacestherapyla.com
Dr. Thomas Hughes interviews Dr. Andrei Dokukin on the No Supervision Podcast to discuss his history of being addicted to alcohol, his regrettable time as a pain medicine doctor, and his transition to sobriety and addiction medicine.
00:00:00- Introduction 00:03:15- 00:05:00 Who is Andrei Dokukin? 00:05:20-00:08:20 How Dr. Dokukin got involved in pain medicine 00:08:20-00:18:45 Working in a pill mill 00:18:50-00:23:00 How pain medicine was born 00:23:00-00:29:00 False claims of pain medicine/tolerance 00:29:00-00:31:30 Work becomes dark/depressing 00:31:35-00:36:00 Dr. Dokukin’s drinking gets out of control 00:37:00-00:41:09 Being an addiction medicine doctor while being addicted to alcohol 00:41:10-00:44:25 Getting treatment for alcoholism- Disulfiram 00:44:30- 00:48:40 Dr. Dokukin's Severe Relapse 00:49:00- 00:53:00 Mindset of an alcoholic 00:54:45- 01:01:30 Almost dying/Recovery/AA 01:02:25- 01:04:00 Finding out you're not alone
Dr. Dani stopped by the show to talk to us about Hoarding Disorder. It is a condition where people struggling to separate themselves from their possessions due to a perceived need to save the items.
In her private practice she also works with patients that suffer from Anxiety, Depression, and Women's issues.
websites:
dr-dani.com
seenpsychiatry.com
cubepsych.com
IG: seenpsychiatry
IG: drthomashughes
Tiktok: drthomashughes
Threads: drthomashughes
Thomas Dunleavy is a licensed clinical social worker that specializes in DBT/Dialectical Behavior Therapy. He visited the No Supervision Podcast to explain what DBT is, expectations for the modality, and who can benefit from it the most. He is accepting new patients for virtual appointments.
website: https://www.threewavespsychotherapy.com/
websites:
- seenpsychiatry.com
- cubepsych.com
IG:
- cubepsych
- seenpsychiatry
Dr. John Larson is a plastic surgeon in SOCAL who joined the podcast to discuss his practice and the importance of seeking cosmetic care for the right reasons. He also discussed other procedures that he does that are not elective, such as breast reconstruction after breast cancer treatment. Tummy tucks, BBLs, and Face lifts are also discussed.
IG: johnlarsonmd
website: https://www.unitedmdplasticsurgery.com/about-us/dr-larson/
IG: cubepsych
IG: seenpsychiatry
website: cubepsych.com
website: seenpsychiatry.com
Dr. Max Maisel stops by the No Supervision podcast to discuss Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and Pure O
website: beachfrontanxiety.com email: max@beachfrontanxiety.com
IG: @cubepsych cubepsych.com IG: seenpsychiatry seenpsychiatry.com
This is the 2nd part of my interview with Dr. Armen Haroutunian. Dr. H is an anesthesiologist that manages pain and performs treatments that are very effective for treating depression and anxiety: Stellate Ganglion Blockade and Ketamine administration. More information about SGB and Ketamine administration is in the 1st half of our conversation.
Dr. Thomas Hughes is hosting.
00:00:30- Most Challenging Aspects of Pain Management 00:04:00- Where is the Media Coverage of the Epidemic in 2023? 00:08:50- Are We Getting Anywhere with Addressing The Opiate Crisis 00:09:00- Big Pharma and Insurance Companies 00:14:00- How the US differs from Other Countries in Regards to Opiates 00:17:00- How to Find Dr. Haroutunian for treatment
IG: @chronicpaindoc @cubepsych @seenpsychiatry
Website: paininjuryrelief.com cubepsych.com seenpsychiatry.com
Dr. Armen Haroutunian is an anesthesiologist that stops by the podcast to talk about some of the treatments that he performs that are very effective for treating depression and anxiety: Stellate Ganglion Blockade and Ketamine administration. SGB has an 80% + success rate, so this episode is definite worth a listen.
Dr. Thomas Hughes is hosting.
IG:
@chronicpaindoc
@cubepsych
@seenpsychiatry
Website:
paininjuryrelief.com
cubepsych.com
seenpsychiatry.com
Dr. Kenneth Etefia sits down with Dr. Thomas Hughes to discuss his road to becoming a child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist in California. Dr. Etefia also discussed his childhood and who his role models were growing up. Dr. Ben Carson and Bill Cosby being the notable mentions. The shortage of child and adolescent psychiatrists-- why do we have a shortage?-- how do we address the problem?
websites: Dr. Kenneth Etefia: - https://renaimed.com/staff/
Dr. Thomas Hughes: - seenpsychiatry.com; @seenpsychiatry - cubepsych.com; @cubepsych
00:02:40- Introduction to Dr. Etefia 00:05:30- Growing Up Close To Poverty in Miami 00:09:30- Why Choose Psychiatry? 00:15:20- Meeting a Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist For First Time 00:21:50- Dr. Etefia's Explains His Specialty of Working With Athletes and the Twice Exceptional 00:24:50- What is Neurodivergence? 00:27:50- What Are the Concerns For Twice Exceptional Children? 00:43:50- How Dr. Etefia Helps Athletes and Other Gifted Individuals 00:51:45- Resources For Exceptional Children
Dr. Kenneth Etefia sits down with Dr. Thomas Hughes to discuss his road to becoming a child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist in California. He also discusses his specialty of working with athletes and the twice exceptional.
websites: Dr. Kenneth Etefia: - https://renaimed.com/staff/
Dr. Thomas Hughes: - seenpsychiatry.com; @seenpsychiatry - cubepsych.com @cubepsych
Michael B Jordan got bullied as a kid. Was he wrong for how he reacted to seeing his former bully two decades later?
Youtube:
@drthomashughes
IG:
@cubepsych
@seenpsychiatry
website:
www.cubepsych.com
www.seenpsychiatry.com
It's story time. There is more cursing than usual here, but I hope we can have a discussion about why assertiveness and setting boundaries is important
IG:
@cubepsych
@seenpsychiatry
Website:
www.cubepsych.com
www.seenpsychiatry.com
Don't fall for the okie doke. People aren't as bad as other people tell you they are. Some people are pretty bad, but most are not..
Intense Short-term Dynamic Psychotherapy can be a very effective therapy modality for the right person. Dr. Darakjian stopped by to introduce us to the theory behind this type of therapy.
No Supervision is a mental health podcast.
IG: @seenpsychiatry @cubepsych
Websites: www.darakjianpsychiatry.com www.seenpsychiatry.com www.cubepsych.com
Dr. Ladan Hariri, MD, stops by the No Supervision Podcast to discuss Post-Partum Depression, what it is, what are symptoms of the condition, and what clients can expect if they seek out treatment for PPD.
No Supervision is a mental health podcast.
IG: @resultpsychiatry @seenpsychiatry @cubepsych
Websites: www.resultpsychiatry.com www.seenpsychiatry.com www.thecubepsych.com
Dr. Oren Boxer, PhD, stops by the No Supervision Podcast to discuss Neuropsych testing and what clients can expect if they seek out neuropsych testing. ADHD and Autism
No Supervision is a mental health podcast.
IG: @insightcollective.spasadena @seenpsychiatry @cubepsych
Websites: www.orenboxerphd.com/ www.seenpsychiatry.com www.thecubepsych.com
Rebecca Williams stops by the No Supervision Podcast to discuss what it is like being a couples counselor and what her potential clients can expect.
No Supervision is a mental health podcast.
IG: @rebeccarelationshipexpert @seenpsychiatry @thecubepsych
Websites: www.iecouplescounseling.com www.seenpsychiatry.com www.thecubepsych.com
Mayra Diaz, LMFT, stops by the No Supervision Podcast to discuss Panic Disorder and what clients can expect if they choose to get help for their panic attacks.
No Supervision is a mental health podcast.
Mayra's Book, "Panic Attack Relief Workbook":
available on amazon
https://www.amazon.com/Panic-Attack-Relief-Workbook-Overcoming/dp/1638077959/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1NQI6G8B7VG1K&keywords=mayra+diaz+panic&qid=1669008823sprefix=mayra+diaz+panic%2Caps%2C215&sr=8-1
IG:
@mayradiaztherapy
@seenpsychiatry
@thecubepsych
Websites:
www.mayradiaztherapy.com
www.seenpsychiatry.com
www.thecubepsych.com
This is a preview episode for the upcoming season of the No Supervision Podcast. Allison Anthony, LCSW, is a therapist that works in California via telehealth with The CUBE Mental Health Services. She specializes in grief counseling, depression, anxiety, PTSD, and first responders. This is an opportunity to get to know her motivation and inspiration do grief counseling in los angeles. If interested in scheduling an appointment go to thecubepsych.com/contact or IG: @thecubepsych to schedule a consultation. She is available to work with anyone as long as they are a resident of California.
For this episode Dr. Thomas Hughes sat down with Chris Browning, a financial analyst and podcast host based in Southern California. The topics for this episode include, but are not limited to, how Chris got involved in the field of finance, why more families don’t discuss their finances with each other, his own personal experience with debt, reasonable ways for parents to start planning for their children’s future financially, easy ways to invest and start saving for retirement, and why/how some lenders are predatory and should be avoided . You can find Chris at: - IG: popcornfinancepodcast - YouTube: popcorn finance - Website: popcornfinance.com - Podcast: popcorn finance can be found on Apple, Spotify, Stitcher, and YouTube - All links: linktr.ee/popcornfinancepodcast . Dr. Thomas Hughes: - linktr.ee/psychadjacent
For this episode Dr. Thomas Hughes sat down with Grace Lee, an online dating expert and owner of the company A Good First Date, based in New York City. The topics for this episode include, but are not limited to, stigma regarding online dating, what it means to be single, the $200 date, goal setting while dating, a healthy mindset while dating, who might be a good source of advice, safety while dating, dos/donts of making an online profile, and a few personal stories from the past. . You can follow her social media or book a session at: - IG: agoodfirstdate - website: agoodfirstdate.com . Dr. Thomas Hughes: - linktr.ee/psychadjacent
Dr. Nadir Bhuiyan and Dr. Thomas Hughes sit down to discuss Dr. Bhuiyan's role at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic and it's impact on him over time. He is a Senior Associate Consultant for the division of General Internal Medicine at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN.
Dr. Nadir Bhuiyan:
Twitter: DrNadirMD
Dr. Thomas Hughes
- linktr.ee/psychadjacent
Dr. Duke sits down with Dr. Hughes to discuss a variety of topics related to infertility. This is the 2nd half of that discussion.
Dr. Cindy Duke:
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IG: drcindymduke
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website: fertilitynevada.com
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linktr.ee/drcindymduke
Dr. Thomas Hughes:
- linktr.ee/psychadjacent
Dr. Asante Dickson joins Dr. Thomas Hughes to discuss the education and emotional support of new health care providers.
Dr. Asante Dickson:
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website- ascenmed.com
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linkedin.com/in/asantedickson
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IG- amedocs
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IG- asante_ascenmed
Dr. Thomas Hughes:
- linktr.ee/psychadjacent
Dr. Duke sits down with Dr. Hughes to discuss a variety of topics related to infertility. This is the 1st half of our discussion.
Dr. Cindy Duke
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IG: drcindymduke
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website: fertilitynevada.com
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linktr.ee/drcindymduke
Dr. Thomas Hughes
- linktr.ee/psychadjacent
Dr. Austin Perlmutter sits down with Dr. Thomas Hughes to discuss how improving our decision-making can improve our health.
Dr. Austin Perlmutter:
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Website: https://www.austinperlmutter.com/
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IG: Austinperlmutter
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Twitter: @austinperlmd
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Clubhouse: @draustin
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Podcast: Get The STUCK Out- released bi-weekly on all major platforms
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Brainwash- On sale through Amazon and other retailers
Dr. Thomas Hughes:
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All platform access (YouTube and audio-only versions): linktr.ee/psychadjacent
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IG: psychadjacent
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website: psychadjacent.com
Dr. Austin Perlmutter sits down with Dr. Thomas Hughes to discuss how improving our decision-making can improve our health. We discussed the key to making long-lasting changes, Dr. Perlmutter's own struggles in decision-making, and medical professionals being more vocal in the media.
Dr. Austin Perlmutter:
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Website: https://www.austinperlmutter.com/
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IG: Austinperlmutter
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Twitter: @austinperlmd
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Clubhouse: @draustin
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Podcast: Get The STUCK Out- released bi-weekly on all major platforms
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Brainwash- On sale through Amazon and other retailers
Dr. Thomas Hughes:
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All platform access (YouTube and audio-only versions): linktr.ee/psychadjacent
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IG: psychadjacent
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website: psychadjacent.com
Dr. Nancy Shipley discusses with Dr. Thomas Hughes her path to becoming an Orthopedic surgeon and gives her perspective on the field in the past, present, and future. Dr. Nancy Shipley: Website: https://www.nancymd.com/ IG: _nancymd The 6% Podcast: Find on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and Spotify Dr. Thomas Hughes: - All platform access (YouTube and audio-only): linktr.ee/psychadjacent - IG: psychadjacent - website: psychadjacent.com
Dr. Erin Kinney stops by to speak with me about what a naturopathic doctor does and the benefits of collaboration amongst all disciplines of medicine. Dr. Erin Kinney: - IG- drkinney - website- drerinkinney.com - podcast- The Dr. Kinney Show- episodes premiere every Monday on all major podcast platforms - other links- linktr.ee/drkinney Dr. Thomas Hughes: - All platform access (YouTube and audio-only): linktr.ee/psychadjacent - IG: psychadjacent - website: psychadjacent.com
Edie Shreckengast stops by to discuss her experience as a dietician for some of the top athletes at the collegiate and professional level. We discussed a variety of topics related to what it takes to fuel an athlete biologically and mentally.
Dr. Thomas Hughes:
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All platform access (YouTube and audio-only): linktr.ee/psychadjacent
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IG: psychadjacent
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website: psychadjacent.com
This podcast was formerly known as The CubeLA podcast. To limit any confusion, I offer a brief explanation for the name change to Psych Adjacent.
If there are any issues locating the show under the new name you can type the following into your web browser for easy access to all available platforms: linktr.ee/psychadjacent. Please remember to subscribe and rate 5 stars (if you want to of course).
Dr. Friedman is an endocrinologist in Los Angeles that has returned to give some very important information about the COVID-19 vaccine for the general public and people with pre-existing conditions.
This will be the last podcast under the name The CubeLA Podcast. All future shows will be under the name Psych Adjacent with Dr. Thomas Hughes. For access to all podcast platforms copy/paste (linktr.ee/psychadjacent) into your web browser. An audio/visual version is also available on YouTube.
Dr. Theodore Friedman:
- website- goodhormonehealth.com
Dr. Thomas Hughes:
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Dr. Theodore Friedman sits down with Dr. Thomas Hughes to discuss Thyroid Disease and treatment.
Dr. Theodore Friedman: website: www.goodhormonehealth.com
Dr. Thomas Hughes
IG: psychadjacent
website: psychadjacent.com
All platform access: linktr.ee/psychadjacent
Dr. Thomas Hughes sits down with Sarah Godoy to discuss her area of research: sex trafficking. This is the second half of our conversation.
No money is being generated whatsoever from this podcast.
Sarah Godoy:
- IG: @sar_berry
Dr. Thomas Hughes:
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All platform access (YouTube and audio-only): linktr.ee/psychadjacent
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IG: psychadjacent
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website: psychadjacent.com
Dr. Thomas Hughes sits down with Sarah Godoy to discuss her area of research: sex trafficking. This is the first half of our conversation.
No money is being generated whatsoever from this podcast.
Sarah Godoy:
- IG: @sar_berry
Dr. Thomas Hughes:
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All platform access (YouTube and audio-only): linktr.ee/psychadjacent
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IG: psychadjacent
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website: psychadjacent.com
Dr. Thomas Hughes sits down with forensic psychiatrist Dr. Donald Brown to discuss how mental health providers and the justice system in California work together
No money is being generated whatsoever from this podcast.
Dr. Donald Brown:
- IG: @deebee_deuce
Dr. Thomas Hughes:
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All platform access (YouTube and audio-only): linktr.ee/psychadjacent
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IG: psychadjacent
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website: psychadjacent.com
Dr. Thomas Hughes offers his thoughts about what needs to be considered if someone is interested in mental health treatment. This episode is the first of the audio-only episodes.
IG: thecubela
twitter: thecubela
website: thecubela.com
Dr. Thomas Hughes sits down with Dr. Timothy Fong to discuss Cannabis in modern-day United States. He currently works for UCLA trying to educate the public about anything related to Cannabis. This podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider that is familiar with your particular case or circumstances. This podcast is not monetized and no money is being generated from this episode otherwise
Dr. Timothy Fong:
twitter: ucla cannabis research initiative
website: cannabis.semel.ucla.edu
Dr. Thomas Hughes:
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All platform access (YouTube and audio-only): linktr.ee/psychadjacent
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IG: psychadjacent
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website: psychadjacent.com
Dr. Thomas Hughes sits down with Dr. Timothy Fong to discuss Cannabis in modern-day United States. He currently works for UCLA trying to educate the public about anything related to Cannabis. This podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider that is familiar with your particular case or circumstances. This podcast is not monetized and no money is being generated from this episode otherwise
Dr. Timothy Fong:
twitter: UCLA Cannabis Research Initiative
website: cannabis.semel.ucla.edu
Dr. Thomas Hughes:
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All platform access (YouTube and audio-only): linktr.ee/psychadjacent
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IG: psychadjacent
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website: psychadjacent.com
Dr. Thomas Hughes sits down with Norm Gold to discuss the development of a grocery store in Richmond, Va. The Market @ 25th is located in Church Hill, a neighborhood on the East End of Richmond. Church Hill, like many neighborhoods in the U.S., is located in what is known as a food desert. This is an area in the U.S. where quality food is located out of reasonable reach for the people that live there. In this episode Norm will discuss learning from the mistakes of a colleague, the motivation of he and Steve Markel to open the store, dedication to the people of Church Hill, and concrete plans to invest in the community of Church Hill.
The Market @ 25th:
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website: www.themarketat25th.com
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IG: themarketat25th
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Twitter: @marketat25th
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facebook: themarketat25th
Dr. Thomas Hughes:
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All platform access (YouTube and audio-only): linktr.ee/psychadjacent
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IG: psychadjacent
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website: psychadjacent.com
Dr. Thomas Hughes and Dr. Ara Darakjian sit down to discuss the Low Carb/Ketogenic Diet. They discuss the implementation of the Ketogenic diet, the diet's effect on mental health, the theory behind why the Keto diet works, and the liklihood of it's effectiveness.
This podcast is not monetized and no money is being generated otherwise.
This podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider that is familiar with your particular case or circumstances.
Dr. Ara Darakjian:
Twitter: darakjianpsych
IG: ketopsych
Website: www.darakjianpsych.com
Dr. Thomas Hughes:
All platform access (YouTube and audio-only): linktr.ee/psychadjacent
IG: psychadjacent
website: psychadjacent.com
Dr. Swati Divakarla joins Dr. Thomas Hughes for the second half of their discussion. Dr. Divakarla discusses the hard work necessary to succeed in medical school, her consideration of doing OB/GYN as a specialty, and how doctors experience similar levels of anxiety when meeting a provider for the 1st time.
this podcast is not monetized and no money is being generated otherwise
Dr. Swati Divakarla-
IG: doctor.divakarla
website: www.capitalfamilypsychiatry.com
Dr. Thomas Hughes:
All platform access (YouTube and audio-only): linktr.ee/psychadjacent
IG: psychadjacent
website: psychadjacent.com
Dr. Swati Divakarla is a child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist in the Washington, D.C. area. She sits down with Dr. Thomas Hughes for the 1st half of their discussion. They talk about the public image of a doctor on social media, growing up in a variety of places and cultures, and how she found interest in becoming a doctor.
this podcast is not monetized and no money is being generated otherwise
Dr. Swati Divakarla-
IG: doctor.divakarla
website: www.capitalfamilypsychiatry.com
Dr. Thomas Hughes:
All platform access (YouTube and audio-only): linktr.ee/psychadjacent
IG: psychadjacent
website: psychadjacent.com
Ms. Danielle Thomas sits down with Dr. Thomas Hughes for the 2nd half of their conversation. We briefly discussed sports, her surprise when moving to a new city (Philadelphia), IEPs/504 plans, stigma of mental illness in grade school, and she gives insight about what could/should be considered when retaining good teachers. this podcast is not monetized and no money is being generated from its production or presentation
Danielle Thomas:
IG: peachesfromauntsarah
Dr. Thomas Hughes:
All platform access (YouTube and audio-only): linktr.ee/psychadjacent
IG: psychadjacent
website: psychadjacent.com
Ms. Danielle Thomas sits down with Dr. Thomas Hughes to discuss her journey to becoming a Human Capital Partner in Baltimore. She has lived and worked in various settings and will talk about her experiences as a teacher, coach, and HCP. this podcast is not monetized and no money is being generated from its production or presentation
Danielle Thomas
IG: peachesfromauntsarah
Dr. Thomas Hughes
IG: psychadjacent
website: psychadjacent.com
All platform access: linktr.ee/psychadjacent
Dr. Thomas Hughes and Dr. Richard Long's road to becoming a dentist and the perseverance/focus that is sometimes necessary to make it. We also discussed the importance of role models and education. He has been working in the Washington, DC, area since graduating from Howard University College of Dentistry in 2018. This podcast is not monetized and no profits are being made through advertisements or otherwise.
Dr. Richard Long:
- IG: @drrjlong
Dr. Thomas Hughes
IG: psychadjacent
website: psychadjacent.com
All platform access: linktr.ee/psychadjacent
Dr. Thomas Hughes discusses Dr. Richard Long's road to becoming a dentist and what influenced him along the way. He grew up in a house of faith, structure, and attended schools in various settings. He has been working in the Washington, DC, area since graduating from Howard University College of Dentistry in 2018.
This podcast is not monetized and no profits are being made through advertisements or otherwise.
Dr. Richard Long
IG: @drrjlong
Dr. Thomas Hughes
IG: psychadjacent
website: psychadjacent.com
All platform access: linktr.ee/psychadjacent