Can the PIECES Mind-Body Approach REALLY Improve Your Mental Health?

Can the PIECES Mind-Body Method REALLY Improve Your Mental Health ? Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes, PHD, LPC-MHSP, LMHC
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[00:00 - 03:45] Introduction to Transdiagnostic Assessment

Discussion of how transdiagnostic assessment is gaining recognition.
Comparison with older frameworks like motivational interviewing and trauma-informed care.

[03:46 - 11:00] Antidepressant Statistics and Issues

Insights into the effectiveness of antidepressants for anxiety and depression.
Discussion of how antidepressants work and how effective they are based on various studies.

[11:01 - 16:00] Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Its Effectiveness

Dr. Snipes discusses the results and effectiveness of CBT in managing depression and anxiety.
The conversation covers how combining CBT with medications can lead to mixed results.

[16:01 - 23:00] Impact of Environment and Relationships on Mental Health

How environmental factors and relationships can affect one's mental state.
Examples are provided of how external environments can influence internal emotions.

[23:01 - 30:00] The "Pieces" Model Explanation

Dr. Snipes explains her "pieces" model, emphasizing mind-body integration.
Exploration of various dimensions, including physical, emotional, and environmental aspects of treatment.

[30:01 - 36:00] Complexity of Symptoms

Discussion of how multiple conditions or symptoms can overlap.
How improving one area, such as sleep, can positively impact other areas of life.

[36:01 - 45:00] Chronic Pain and Mental Health

How chronic pain can affect both mental and physical well-being.
Dr. Snipes explores the relationship between stress, chronic pain, and mental health symptoms.

[45:01 - 53:00] Chronic Stress and the Autonomic Nervous System

Detailed discussion on how prolonged stress can disrupt the body's ability to manage stress effectively.
How stress influences neurotransmitters and hormones.

[53:01 - 58:00] Emotional and Cognitive Interactions

Addressing how emotions, behaviors, and thoughts are interconnected.
Practical examples are given of how clients can break down symptoms to address them one by one.

[58:01 - 66:00] Addressing Sleep, Nutrition, and Physical Health

The importance of assessing sleep, nutrition, and other physiological factors in mental health.
Dr. Snipes outlines different ways these affect overall well-being and mental clarity.

[66:01 - 72:00] Understanding Pain, Trauma, and Their Influence

Exploration of how past trauma and physical health issues (like hypothyroidism) overlap with mental health.
How to address both physical and emotional components in therapy.

[72:01 - 78:00] Summary and Closing Remarks

Final summary of the pieces model.
Encouragement for therapists to use a multidisciplinary approach to treat complex mental health conditions.

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NOTE: ALL VIDEOS are for educational purposes only and are NOT a replacement for medical advice or counseling from a licensed professional.

Video by Dr. Dawn Elise Snipes on integrative behavioral health approaches including counseling techniques and skills for improving mental health and reducing mental illness.

[janameznar]

Very, very helpful, thank you so much 🙏

[LightWarriorsLife]

Learned something new, like the PIECE’s method you created, Doc. 💪🏼🤙🏼😎

It makes sense. 👏🏼🙏🏼

[jamesweatherspoon]

A lot of good work you did there, thanks. ❤