In this episode, we break down the most influential theories of personality development that every psychiatric technician and mental health professional should understand. We explore Freud’s psychosexual stages, Erikson’s psychosocial crises, Sullivan’s interpersonal dynamics, Mahler’s object relations theory, Piaget’s stages of cognitive development, Kohlberg’s moral reasoning model, and Peplau’s therapeutic nursing roles. Learn how each theory explains behavior across the lifespan and how to apply these frameworks directly in clinical settings. Whether you’re preparing for board exams or working on the frontlines of mental health care, this episode connects theory to practice in a powerful, practical way.

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In this episode, we explore Interventions with families, a crucial topic in psychiatric nursing and mental health care. You'll learn how to assess family dynamics using key concepts like systems theory, boundaries, and communication styles. We’ll cover the stages of family development, signs of dysfunction, and compare major family therapy models including Bowen’s, Structural, and Strategic approaches. This episode gives you the tools to better understand families in crisis—and the confidence to know when to support, when to refer, and how to stay grounded in your role.

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In this episode, I walk you through the essentials of therapeutic groups—what they are, how they function, and why they matter in psychiatric settings. You’ll learn about different group types, leadership styles, group phases, and common member roles. I also review key therapeutic factors like group cohesiveness, interpersonal learning, and how past family dynamics can resurface in group work. If you're a psych tech student or someone working in mental health, this is a practical breakdown to help you understand the group process from a clinical lens.

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In this episode of Psychiatric Technology 101, we explore how developing self-awareness is essential to forming strong, ethical, and effective therapeutic relationships in psychiatric nursing. You'll learn how tools like values clarification and the Johari Window can help you better understand yourself—so you can show up with clarity, empathy, and professionalism in patient care. We’ll also connect these insights to Peplau’s nursing roles and discuss how emotional intelligence and boundary-setting support both healing and safety in mental health settings. Whether you’re a student, clinician, or preparing for your board exams, this episode will give you the insight and structure needed to elevate your practice.#TherapeuticRelationship #SelfAwarenessInNursing
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This episode dive into 11 essential assertiveness techniques every Psych Tech Nurse and Professional should know. Learn how to communicate with clarity, confidence, and compassion, whether you're advocating for a patient, setting boundaries, or navigating difficult conversations.

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In this episode, we will go over milieu therapy, relaxation and spiritual care. This is a must-know for psych tech nurses. We’ll go over the 5 parts of milieu therapy (thanks to Dr. John Gunderson), how to respond when patients are upset, and how to teach simple but powerful relaxation tools like deep breathing and muscle relaxation. If you’re prepping for exams or just want to sharpen your skills—this one’s for you.

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Learn everything you need to know about bipolar and related disorders, including history, types, causes, stages of mania, nursing priorities, medications like lithium, and NCLEX-style practice questions and tips.

This episode covers key cultural concepts in psychiatric mental health nursing, including the six cultural phenomena: communication, space, social organization, time orientation, environmental control, and biological variations. It also introduces cultural syndromes, which are specific patterns of symptoms seen in certain cultural groups, such as ataque de nervios, amok, brain fag, and others. Understanding these concepts helps psych techs recognize how culture influences beliefs, behaviors, and responses to care.