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Depression Demystified: Insights and Coping Strategies

Episode 150 Sep 22, 2024
Depression Demystified: Insights and Coping Strategies

In this episode, we discuss the holistic approaches to understanding and managing depression with LifeStance therapist, Dr. Natalie Grandy.

Dr. Grandy covers the definitions and types of depression, common myths and misconceptions, and practical coping strategies. She highlight the significance of physiological basics such as sleep, diet, exercise, and social connections, as well as the role of mindfulness-based cognitive therapy in managing depressive symptoms. 

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Natalie Grandy, PhD, PsyD

Dr. Grandy is a Licensed Psychologist who strongly believes that curiosity and compassion are at the heart of change and is committed to her own journey of life-long learning and development. She graduated from the University of Akron with a Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology, where she received extensive training in psychological research, treatment, and assessment. Dr. Grandy works with adults whose concerns range from the stress of normal life to severe and debilitating mood and anxiety disorders. She is passionate about meeting patients where they are by working to deeply understand their current concerns and by exploring alongside them valuable avenues for change. She believes strongly that knowledge is empowering and thus, much of her therapy involves helping patients develop a deeper understanding of their own motivations and behaviors and sharing knowledge regarding the science of human psychology. Areas of specialty include treatment of obsessive-compulsive disorder, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and clinical assessment.
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