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“Incredible discussion revolving around the treatment of eating disorders. Once again, Dr. Gaudiani blows me away with her approach, discussion, knowledge, and down to earth approach for clinicians who see patients with eating disorders and disordered eating. As a clinician and an eating disorder...”Read full review »
Sexoligist via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/18/24
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“First, this is a show unlike any other on the market. The perspectives are varied and the host is a human being and speaks to their own flaws and biases and shares the human side of being a therapist.
I only have one real complaint about the show. Men are serious crisis in the mental health...”Read full review »
Huxley io9 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/11/24
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“My wife and 15y.o. daughter are both Type I Bipolar, and my 20y.o. son is Type II Bipolar.
All three are stable thanks to medication, but my son’s TRD has robbed him of any real joy or passion forever several years.
This podcast gives me a deeper understanding and empathy for all three of them,...”Read full review »
Jcoach44 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/07/24
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“Thanks to Dr Heacock’s episode with Saj Razvi, I found my calling as a therapist! I was in grad school, wondering what I would do with my clinical degree and heard the episode that changed my trajectory. Every episode after that has been an absolute delight. He humanizes psychiatry through...”Read full review »
Holzenburger via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/28/24
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“Please listen to BFTA. Every episode is brimming. Dr. Heacock and guests have taught me so much about my own journey.”
lizqw5p via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/08/24
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“I love this podcast and am so glad I stumbled upon it. I recently did my first ever MDMA therapy session for PTSD and it was incredibly helpful. Hearing from others who have done that and other alternative therapies has been so helpful. Thank you for this podcast. It’s a gift!”
KM98654 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/19/24
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“I’ve learnt so much from this podcast. The vibe is lovely. So gentle and light. I can listen for hours. Heavenly ✨”
Rudely awoken 106 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
12/18/23
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“I’m a patient who uses ketamine and I hear myself in so many episodes of this podcast. I love the message of recovery, which I’ve experienced in my own life, definitely with help from psychiatrists and therapy. The conversations are always empathic and respectful of the patient experience and...”Read full review »
katyoakpdx via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/16/23
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“I’m a patient in long-term psychotherapy with a Psychiatrist to heal trauma and Dr. H seems to speak directly to me. I find beauty, hope, and fascinating new info in every episode. His “passion project” is truly a gift to me and I look forward to every new episode.”
KMcW* via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/20/23
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“I have listened to all of Dr Heacock’s podcast stories! And I have often told others about the podcast, shared it on social media and shared it in my psychology classes discussions. I’m listening to him and his colleagues I have always felt the care and concern and the genuineness of him/them-...”Read full review »
Nurse2TherapistMissi via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/15/23
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“Informative, professional, love this show.”
Marsee999 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/14/23
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“I’m really enjoying this podcast. I need to re-listen to some episodes with pen in hand. Thank you so much for explaining mental health issues and treatment options in such an engaging way that is easy to inderstand.”
travelmatina via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/10/23
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“I found this podcast while researching adult ADHD.
The stories are fascinating, the questions provocative and the insights remarkable. Unfortunately, mental health continues to hold a stigmas; these stories shed light on the reality, treatments, and most importantly, hope.
Thank you, this is...”Read full review »
StayGolden9656 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/08/23
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“Dr. Heacock is such a valuable asset to psychiatry. He’s a wonderful mentor, psychiatrist, and overall human being. I listen to this podcast religiously and have gotten so many nuggets of wisdom that I use in my practice daily. I highly recommend this podcast to anybody in the mental health field...”Read full review »
Erika Steinbauer via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/28/23
“The stories are profound, and the way Dr. Heacock engages with each guest speaker is fascinating by itself. Great podcast!”
bob the seagul via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/28/23
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“Dr Craig is incredible! Every episode has been so helpful and filled with hope, insight, and love. I’ve listened to every single episode. Keep up the amazing work”
Laura from Durham via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/23/23
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“Back From The Abyss is stories of hope, when often there is none given in the world of mental health. Listen as Dr. Heacock invites you into his patients stories and lives and understand the treatment process. this is extremely helpful for providers, family members, and patients alike. I cannot...”Read full review »
John Yates via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/22/23
“I stumbled upon this show during its first season and I’ve been hooked ever since. I am a licensed clinical professional counselor and certified alcohol and drug counselor in the Chicagoland area and I have shared this podcast with clients, clinicians, friends and strangers! Before starting my...”Read full review »
Curious-listener3 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/20/23
“This is quickly becoming one of my favorite podcasts; I learn so much from the stories!”
Pruehs via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/16/23
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“BFTA is my go-to podcast for increasing knowledge of and compassion for our human race. As a CO coach, the insights from the podcast help me to grow in understanding and effectiveness. Thanks Dr. H!!”
Poetry Mama via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/19/23
“Fantastic podcast!”
Sylvia Riley via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/19/23
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“These fools must have paid to be on top. I never had interest in this garbage podcast yet every time a decent podcast ends, this crap starts playing. Worthless content. End payola for crap like this.”
NikolasKite via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/25/23
“This is the first Podcast that has actually interested me. The stories with patients, individual talks he gives, and discussions with other experts are very inspiring and educational! I’m totally hooked.”
Annebelle R via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/14/23
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“I found his episode on KAP very educational, but I had some lingering questions. I wrote him and he actually responded. It was helpful. Listen to his podcast.”
namenobodypicked via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/06/23
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“I listen to a lot of podcasts but this is the first one that I’ve been moved to write a review for and routinely share with others. If you’re interested in emotional healing then you won’t want to miss these, esp the three with Saj Razvi. For my work as a therapist the content of so many...”Read full review »
judithflynn via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/03/23
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“The generosity of all involved to inform us of this important work and share lived experience of these healing journeys is much appreciated thank you”
Kelstar2 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
05/28/23
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“Dr. Craig Heacock is truly a pioneer of psychiatry and an expert in the benefits of novel treatment options for depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar I and II, and navigating daily challenges professionally and personally for people with these disabilities. This podcast is an excellent resource for...”Read full review »
JackJackington via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/19/23
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“I have cPTSD and have been on my healing journey for 4 years with EMDR, psychedelics, yoga and IFS. This podcast is full of wisdom, moving stories and wonderful guests and I hope gets shared far and wide so we as a society can become more trauma informed.”
Sarah.Isa via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/07/23
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“Intelligent and thoughtful podcast; sharing a wealth of knowledge and insight through a deeply sensitive and compassionate lens.
Honest and open discussions of mental health psychology and psychiatry.
Cutting edge topics, treatments and tools intertwined with beautiful, raw, harrowing, and...”Read full review »
AJK0902 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/12/23
“I have learned so much from Dr Heacock-about medication, psychotherapy and use of psychedelics. His interviews with patients have illuminated the path to healing for many psychological states. Listening to these stories has helped me, as a primary care physician, reassure my patients that there...”Read full review »
ash gayer via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/09/23
“Back from the Abyss is a compelling podcast that lifts up the stories of people who have grappled with serious trauma and mental illness, but who, miraculously, find their way back to living healthy and productive lives. Each episode draws the listener in, educates, and inspires. Dr. Heacock’s...”Read full review »
CMarkRI via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/25/23
“Back from the Abyss is sometimes heart wrenching, often uplifting and always fascinating. As a layperson, I find Dr. Heacock’s explanations of mental illness, various treatments and the journey to healing easy to understand and hopeful. He and his production partner do an amazing job elevating...”Read full review »
Wetuxzfcx via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/20/23
“This is a mantra that I believe is crucial to finding lasting recovery and mental peace. Dr. H has an incredible way of extracting these survival guides from his collection of stories. As someone who struggles with mental health and a history of drug and alcohol abuse, this podcast provides...”Read full review »
Together S.O.B.E.R. via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/18/23
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“This is one of my favorite podcasts for many reasons - the host is thoughtful, informed, and knows what’s he’s talking about. And when he has guests he lets them talk (unlike so many podcast hosts). If you’re interested in psychedelics and all that’s happening in that field, this podcast is also...”Read full review »
Elena_Aguilar via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/11/23
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“Back from the Abyss (BFTA) is a beautiful podcast that centers on the human experience and the resiliency that we, as humans, can summon in our most difficult moments. Dr. Heacock is a gifted therapist and psychiatrist (a rare combination) and in this podcast a beautiful and empathetic...”Read full review »
Gina C. in Portland via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/07/23
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“This podcast has really expanded my perspective on mental illness. So often many of us working in this field become discouraged and lose hope for patients experiencing mental illness. The current systems in place do not make it easy to provide the most effective treatments. Many patients slip...”Read full review »
Ccvanz via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/05/23
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“Incredibly powerful, beauty filled podcast I only recently discovered in the last two weeks but have devoured many since non-stop! Thank you for this offering that not only allows my own journey of mental health/eating disorders now recovered an even higher perspective, and gives me hope for the...”Read full review »
Ember Spring Jaiah via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
12/20/22
“This podcast is a conduit of hope. Each episode explores what it means to be imperfectly but exquisitely human and experience this world fully. The courage, wisdom and raw beauty in each episode brings me to tears every time. The vulnerability and grit of the guests feels like an act of love for...”Read full review »
JackDee007 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/17/22
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“I started my intern year this past July and chose this podcast to listen to on my commute, and it has been SO useful clinically. Last week I had to wean an extremely anxious pt completely off of their heavy benzo regimen in time for rehab, and figured I’d give propranolol a try as a replacement....”Read full review »
deLucaa via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/30/22
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“This podcast has been so tremendously helpful, for me as a psychologist, to learn more about psychedelic assisted treatment, and also give me new ways of thinking about these topics. It’s also renewed my hope that there are ways of healing complex trauma that talk therapy just struggles to touch....”Read full review »
Dr Oyer via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/04/22
“This series has become such a valuable informational tool for both my personal and professional healing work and I am so grateful for its creation.
Thank you so much Dr. Heacock for your integrity and important work and to your incredible guests!”
Pooperscooper60 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
11/03/22
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“This podcast makes such a positive difference in my life and has shined a light on areas in myself that previously were unexplained and led to a lot of shame and self hatred. Now I feel more accepted, seen and normal. This podcast can change your fricking life”
OliviaSatan via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/26/22
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“Loved this episode… what a strong, amazing, genuine person. I got a lot out of this one. related to some parts and learned a lot. Thank you to Anne for sharing her life.”
HmD'70 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/23/22
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“Best podcast ever!”
Levi Oberlander, LMSW via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/23/22
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“Content is interesting, but I can’t stand the saliva and mouth noises that he makes when speaking.”
Annick_Qc via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
07/28/22
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“Thoughtful, relevant, no hype, healthy ego.”
Tashi Awesome via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/27/22
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“I absolutely love and appreciate this show so much. I want many others to hear the episodes of your podcast - I think it can help people feel less alone in their struggles, as well as give them hope for a better living experience. Hope even more people discover you! It's heartbreaking...”Read full review »
Susie Qtie via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/23/22
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“Dr. Heacock’s warm, passionate, personal approach to all aspects of mental health, woven together with stories of patients, provides hope and understanding for all. Each thoughtfully chosen topic brings an awareness, understanding, and connection that I am grateful to integrate into my life.”
wendyhazard via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/03/22
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“This is a podcast I wish I had found years ago. The intelligence and wisdom that is found in these episodes is sorely lacking in standard psychiatry, and in general in mental health treatment. Highly recommended for anyone who is personally struggling, has a loved one who is struggling, or simple...”Read full review »
Majfbtheishfbt via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/25/22
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