Transforming Minds with Dr. Brian Ragsdale

Brian Ragsdale
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Hosted by Dr. Brian Ragsdale, Clinical Psychologist Transforming Minds explores the psychology of reinvention, especially for high-functioning, thoughtful adults navigating change. With over 25 years of clinical-counseling experience, Dr. Brian blends humanistic, multicultural, and existential psychology with lived insight to help capable people move from quiet misalignment to intentional clarity. This podcast is for those who:  • Appear stable but feel internally unsettled • Are questioning long-held roles, identities, or relationships • Want psychological depth without pathologizing growth Each episode offers grounded reflection, real-life application, and mature psychological insight for adults designing their next chapter. New episodes every Sunday. Learn more at: https://www.drbrianragsdale.net/ These episodes are created from a place of care and professional experience. They are designed to support reflection and growth but are not therapy and do not establish a clinical relationship. If you are in emotional distress or need immediate support, contact a licensed mental health provider, call or text 988, or seek emergency care. You deserve support and safety.

Episodes

  1. Jazzing Up Therapy: A New Era of Healing and Inclusion

    08/31/2025

    Jazzing Up Therapy: A New Era of Healing and Inclusion

    Send a text I come to you as a multicultural therapist, a womanist/feminist ally, and someone who brings the depth of psychodynamic thinking, the openness of humanistic practice, and the profound questions of existentialism into my work. You know what fascinates me about therapy? The way it's evolving beyond the traditional "lie on a couch and talk about your childhood" model into something more like an improvisational jazz performance, where different approaches harmonize to create healing. Shout out to all the mothers as we celebrate your love and care today too! Support the show "Transforming Minds with Dr. Brian" Hosted by Dr. Brian Ragsdale, Psychologist Blending research, creativity, and education to explore how personal stories intersect with larger systems, shaping how we think, feel, and connect. Follow & Connect: Website: https://www.drbrianragsdale.net/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61574994500297 Substack: Transforming Minds - https://brianlragsdale.substack.com/ Social Media: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drbrianragsdale/ New Episodes Every Sunday Take care of yourself and each other.

    6 min
  2. Do I Need Therapy? Understanding the Basics

    08/24/2025

    Do I Need Therapy? Understanding the Basics

    Send a text Your support—whether $3 or $8 a month—goes directly to producing each episode, upgrading equipment, and one day compensating guest speakers. And as a thank-you, you’ll receive a personal email from me—and a shoutout in one of the next episode. https://www.buzzsprout.com/2431773/support Welcome to Transforming Minds, I’m Dr. Brian Ragsdale. Today’s episode is for anyone wondering, “Do I need therapy?” and “Where do I begin?” We’ll talk about how to find a therapist, how to know when therapy is right for you, different types of therapists and training, and an overview of the many styles and approaches in therapy. Support the show "Transforming Minds with Dr. Brian" Hosted by Dr. Brian Ragsdale, Psychologist Blending research, creativity, and education to explore how personal stories intersect with larger systems, shaping how we think, feel, and connect. Follow & Connect: Website: https://www.drbrianragsdale.net/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61574994500297 Substack: Transforming Minds - https://brianlragsdale.substack.com/ Social Media: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drbrianragsdale/ New Episodes Every Sunday Take care of yourself and each other.

    15 min
  3. Questions to Ask Therapists and more

    08/17/2025

    Questions to Ask Therapists and more

    Send a text Your support—whether $3 or $8 a month—goes directly to producing each episode, upgrading equipment, and one day compensating guest speakers. And as a thank-you, you’ll receive a personal email from me—and a shoutout in the next episode. https://www.buzzsprout.com/2431773/support Mental health support is not one-size-fits-all. You deserve care that meets you where you are—and who you are.  This is Part 2 of our conversation on therapy—what it is, who it’s for, and why we need more diverse voices in the mental health space. Support the show "Transforming Minds with Dr. Brian" Hosted by Dr. Brian Ragsdale, Psychologist Blending research, creativity, and education to explore how personal stories intersect with larger systems, shaping how we think, feel, and connect. Follow & Connect: Website: https://www.drbrianragsdale.net/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61574994500297 Substack: Transforming Minds - https://brianlragsdale.substack.com/ Social Media: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drbrianragsdale/ New Episodes Every Sunday Take care of yourself and each other.

    16 min
  4. Feelings Aren't Permanent

    08/10/2025

    Feelings Aren't Permanent

    Send a text There’s no wrong way to feel. And you don’t have to do anything with your emotions except notice them. There are lots of ways that we can connect ·  Reflect (“Take 1 minute to journal after this episode…”) ·  Engage (“DM me your thoughts or tag me with how this landed.”).  We are on Facebook, search for Transforming Minds with Dr. Brian. Join my YOUTUBE Channel, search BrianRagsdaleStudio1 (the number one) You can also leave me a voice message on Threads. ·  Support (“Leave a tip via PayPal if this helped.”) A word from Dr. Brian Feelings aren’t permanent. They’re just reminders that you’re alive.  Let them come. Let them go. Let them teach you something. If this episode helped, share it with a friend—or with your future self.   I’ll see you next time.   Support the show "Transforming Minds with Dr. Brian" Hosted by Dr. Brian Ragsdale, Psychologist Blending research, creativity, and education to explore how personal stories intersect with larger systems, shaping how we think, feel, and connect. Follow & Connect: Website: https://www.drbrianragsdale.net/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61574994500297 Substack: Transforming Minds - https://brianlragsdale.substack.com/ Social Media: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drbrianragsdale/ New Episodes Every Sunday Take care of yourself and each other.

    24 min
  5. Overcoming Fear and Self-Doubt

    08/03/2025

    Overcoming Fear and Self-Doubt

    Send a text  Here are three examples of how fear and self-doubt manifest in life: Career Decisions and Stagnation: Fear of failure or not being “good enough” can prevent someone from pursuing a promotion, starting a new business, or changing careers. This self-doubt often leads to staying in a comfort zone, even if it’s unfulfilling, because the risk of the unknown feels too great.Relationships and Vulnerability: Self-doubt can lead to difficulty in forming or maintaining meaningful relationships. A person might fear rejection or judgment, leading them to withhold their true thoughts or feelings, avoid conflict, or overanalyze their partner’s actions, which can create emotional distance.Avoiding Opportunities: Fear and self-doubt can cause people to decline opportunities that align with their goals, such as public speaking, taking a leadership role, or even engaging in social situations. The internal dialogue of “What if I fail?” or “I’m not ready” can stop them from trying, perpetuating a cycle of missed growth opportunities.They show up in our careers, relationships, creative pursuits, and even in the quiet moments when we’re alone with our thoughts. These emotions, fear and doubt, can be paralyzing, but they don’t have to define us.  Support the show "Transforming Minds with Dr. Brian" Hosted by Dr. Brian Ragsdale, Psychologist Blending research, creativity, and education to explore how personal stories intersect with larger systems, shaping how we think, feel, and connect. Follow & Connect: Website: https://www.drbrianragsdale.net/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61574994500297 Substack: Transforming Minds - https://brianlragsdale.substack.com/ Social Media: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drbrianragsdale/ New Episodes Every Sunday Take care of yourself and each other.

    19 min
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Hosted by Dr. Brian Ragsdale, Clinical Psychologist Transforming Minds explores the psychology of reinvention, especially for high-functioning, thoughtful adults navigating change. With over 25 years of clinical-counseling experience, Dr. Brian blends humanistic, multicultural, and existential psychology with lived insight to help capable people move from quiet misalignment to intentional clarity. This podcast is for those who:  • Appear stable but feel internally unsettled • Are questioning long-held roles, identities, or relationships • Want psychological depth without pathologizing growth Each episode offers grounded reflection, real-life application, and mature psychological insight for adults designing their next chapter. New episodes every Sunday. Learn more at: https://www.drbrianragsdale.net/ These episodes are created from a place of care and professional experience. They are designed to support reflection and growth but are not therapy and do not establish a clinical relationship. If you are in emotional distress or need immediate support, contact a licensed mental health provider, call or text 988, or seek emergency care. You deserve support and safety.

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