https://marginesphd.com/Moody is all things Psychology. Hosted by Edward Margines, Ph.D, a Newport Beach clinical psychologist, the show delves into the science of psychology and is based in research and professional clinical therapy experience. Making psychology interesting and accessible, Moody educates and entertains.]]>enMental HealthCopyright KX FMhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f23bec079e51ad6d646366a092b15b5d.jpghttps://marginesphd.com/Wed, 08 Jul 2026 05:44:37 +0000Edward MarginesEdward Margines, Ph.D.marginesphd@gmail.comMoody is all things Psychology. Hosted by Edward Margines, Ph.D, a Newport Beach clinical psychologist, the show delves into the science of psychology and is based in research and professional clinical therapy experience. Making psychology interesting...Moody is all things Psychology. Hosted by Edward Margines, Ph.D, a Newport Beach clinical psychologist, the show delves into the science of psychology and is based in research and professional clinical therapy experience. Making psychology interesting and accessible, Moody educates and entertains.]]>falseepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/meditation-enhancing-therapeutic-efficacy--72862252https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72862252Wed, 08 Jul 2026 03:04:16 +0000Edward MarginesMeditation: does it have a scientific basis? Can it support your therapy? If not, that would be quite a thing to do an episode about. Intern Charlotte stops by the studio to discuss the different types of meditation, and how they can help you. Which...2768false44fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/treating-autism-through-the-lens-of-trauma--72661619https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72661619Wed, 24 Jun 2026 04:21:17 +0000Edward MarginesStephanie Jensen, professor and therapist joins us to talk about her treatment of people living with ASD/Autism through the lens of trauma. How might this help them to become happier and healthier people? A powerful discussion about her innovative...3194false43fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ai-and-gen-z-navigating-a-new-era--72604632https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72604632Fri, 19 Jun 2026 20:45:43 +0000Edward MarginesLiam, a recent college graduate, talks about his interactions with AI as a member of Gen Z. He contrasts his experiences with those of his peers as they navigate a new era and move towards finding their place in the workforce. He even brought forth...2836false42fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/personal-training-a-journey-towards-fitness--70707116https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70707116Wed, 18 Mar 2026 03:00:36 +0000Edward MarginesAdor Athuai, personal trainer, athlete and so much more(!) stops by the studio to tell us all about his journey towards a helping profession, and the rewards he's gotten and given from the world of fitness.2831false41fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/getting-serious-about-humor-in-the-therapy-room--70618271https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70618271Fri, 13 Mar 2026 07:22:02 +0000Edward MarginesHumor in therapy can be a laughing matter. Grant Sterling joins us as a guest to talk about how it comes up in therapy and how it can be used theraputically.3022false36fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/so-you-want-to-be-a-therapist--68940546https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68940546Mon, 08 Dec 2025 08:38:41 +0000Edward MarginesMoss Noble, a recent college graduate who studied in Scotland, comes by the studio to talk about the prospects of being a therapist. Which type of degree is best for being a therapist? Where should a person go? Which degree creates the best...2916false35fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/trends-in-teen-mental-health--68087435https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68087435Fri, 10 Oct 2025 07:34:55 +0000Edward MarginesTalking Teens in studio with special guest Leyla Rakshani. What did Covid lockdown and unlimited screen time do for teens in the modern era? Nothing too good. We discuss this, and larger trends in teen mental health including how to talk to your teen...3229false34fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/conspiracies-the-psychology-behind-them--68069284https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68069284Wed, 08 Oct 2025 22:07:35 +0000Edward MarginesCould there be a psychological explanation for the origin and pervasiveness of conspiracies? Probably so if I did an episode about it.1915false33fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/medical-aid-in-dying--67371415
This episode is dedicated to "John," as he faces this process with dignity, courage, and agency around his own death.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67371415Thu, 14 Aug 2025 20:33:43 +0000Edward MarginesDr. Jeffrey Levine, a psychiatrist, stops by the studio to talk about Medical Aid in Dying and the psychology of this legal, yet rarely utilized process.  This episode is dedicated to "John," as he faces this process with dignity, courage, and agency...
This episode is dedicated to "John," as he faces this process with dignity, courage, and agency around his own death.]]>2741maidfalse32fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dancing-for-mental-health--67024917https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67024917Fri, 18 Jul 2025 09:07:05 +0000Edward MarginesOf all the activities researchers have looked at in support of mental health, dance comes out on top. Shesha Marvin from the Atomic Ballroom in Irvine and therapist Grant Sterling come by the studio and we all talk about why that may be the case!...3339false31fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/empathy-for-your-enemies--67021693https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67021693Thu, 17 Jul 2025 23:30:40 +0000Edward MarginesEmpahy For Your Enemies-- we get to what empathy is, and is not, and why it is a benefit for you to cultivate it.3157false28fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/positive-psychology-and-toxic-positivity-the-intersection--66523989https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66523989Thu, 12 Jun 2025 07:11:44 +0000Edward MarginesPositive Psychology and Toxic Positivity: do they intersect? A discussion around where good intentions and good science sometimes bring out something toxic in people. 2585false27fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/people-pleasing-understanding-the-roots-to-help-you-stop--66219023https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66219023Fri, 23 May 2025 05:40:56 +0000Edward Margines2286false26fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ego-defenses-how-they-try-to-protect-you-and-how-that-often-goes--65933810https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65933810Tue, 06 May 2025 06:31:17 +0000Edward Margines3250false25fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/finding-the-intersections-between-psychiatry-and-psychology--65658007https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65658007Tue, 22 Apr 2025 00:01:11 +0000Edward MarginesGayani DeSilva, M.D., a psychiatrist, stops by the studio and shares with us about her view of the intersections between psychiatry and psychology.3468false24fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/psychology-and-the-law-addressing-the-intersection--65574627https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65574627Tue, 15 Apr 2025 01:29:43 +0000Edward MarginesLawyers Aaron Fairchild and Drew Levine from the law firm Fairchild and Levine stop by the studio and share their thoughts about addressing and easing client anxiety through the challenges of the legal process.3248false23fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/facing-fears-and-phobias--65394241https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65394241Mon, 07 Apr 2025 08:02:38 +0000Edward Margines3768false22fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/therapy-vs-advice-what-s-the-difference--65074166https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65074166Mon, 24 Mar 2025 08:33:52 +0000Edward MarginesIs there a difference between therapy and advice? Why does it matter, and what can exploring the idea of giving and finding advice tell us about ourselves? Dr. Margines is joined in studio by future psychologist Grant Sterling, Adam the Accountant,...3463false21fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-one-about-self-worth--64785109https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64785109Mon, 10 Mar 2025 07:43:19 +0000Edward MarginesWelcome to Moody's Season Finale, with one that ties it all together. A Primer for Therapy.3226false18fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/finding-a-great-therapist-the-how-and-why--64669515https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64669515Mon, 03 Mar 2025 09:16:17 +0000Edward MarginesWhy theraputic rapport is so important, and how the search for the right therapist can incorporte this.3341false17fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/when-to-seek-therapy-for-your-child-or-teen--64538580https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64538580Mon, 24 Feb 2025 08:54:44 +0000Edward MarginesWhen is it time to get your child or teen into therapy? Special guest Caroline Lee, Ph.D. comes to the studio to discuss how therapy can help children and teens in this troubling era of mental health for young people.3271false16fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dealing-with-the-narcissist-in-your-life-from-gray-rock-to-gray-metal--64425653https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64425653Tue, 18 Feb 2025 05:04:18 +0000Edward MarginesDealing with a narcissist? Gray rocking is the way. Don't feed them, don't reward them. But what if there were a way to build on this. Dr. Margines goes beyond gray rocking and proposes a more empowered approach.3122false15fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/breaking-down-breaking-up--64305472https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64305472Tue, 11 Feb 2025 21:32:17 +0000Edward MarginesFor Valentine's Day, we're talking break ups. How do you deal with one? And how do you get through it? Featuring special guest Adam, as he gives us his anedotes and experience.3384false14fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-social-piece--64263518https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64263518Sun, 09 Feb 2025 21:59:48 +0000Edward MarginesThe most common thing I hear in therapy is a client's desire to be more social and make friendships. I discuss what works in thearpy (and what does not) on the path towards a richer social life.3230false13fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/motivation-and-will-power-through-the-therapeutic-lens--64176972https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64176972Sun, 09 Feb 2025 21:58:08 +0000Edward MarginesFeaturing special guest Dr. Wes Beavis, fellow licensed clinical psychologist.3501false12fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/starting-with-boundaries--63883825https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63883825Fri, 24 Jan 2025 22:10:00 +0000Edward Margines3511false11full