xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/ Interviews with Real People who have Overcome their Social Anxiety Jonathan Berent, LCSW, ACSW, has pioneered psychotherapy for social and performance anxiety, including public speaking, blushing and sweating, selective mutism, shyness, and related disorders. His podcast presents one-of-a-kind interviews with real patients who have successfully resolved their social anxieties. For more information, visit www.social-anxiety.com Jonathan Berent Jonathan Berent jonathanberent@yahoo.com Interviews with real people who have resolved social anxiety podcast interviews, berent, social anxiety, social phobias, social dysfunction, blushing, hyper-hidrosis, sweating, performance anxiety, shyness, public speaking, selective mutism, intimacy issues, self-help, therapy, psychotherapist, mental health, wellness No http://www.social-anxiety.com/ Tue, 28 Aug 2007 14:00:00 EST en-us Copyright 2007 Berent Associates Jonathan Berent interviews "Kevin" - a successful lawyer - who describes in depth, how he overcame his problem with excessive sweating (hyper-hidrosis). "Kevin" - a successful lawyer - describes insightfully and in depth how he learned psycho-physiological control and accomplished his therapeutic objectives. Jonathan Berent Tue, 28 Aug 2007 14:00:00 EST http://www.social-anxiety.com/mp3/kevin.mp3 social anxiety, hyper-hidrosis, sweating, psychology, psychological problem http://www.social-anxiety.com/mp3/diane.mp3 Once having considered an operation to sever her nerves, "Diane" describes her drug-free resolution - through therapy via telephone - of excessive blushing. Once having considered an operation to sever her nerves, "Diane" describes her resolution - through therapy via telephone - of this medical disorder. Jonathan Berent Tue, 28 Aug 2007 14:00:00 EST http://www.social-anxiety.com/mp3/diane.mp3 social anxiety, hyper-hidrosis, sweating, psychology, psychological problem "Robert" describes his success in resolving public speaking anxiety without the use of medication. "Robert" describes his drug-free success in resolving public speaking anxiety. Jonathan Berent Tue, 28 Aug 2007 14:00:00 EST http://www.social-anxiety.com/mp3/robert.mp3 social anxiety, public speaking fear, psychology, psychological problem "Mike" - a successful salesman/entrepreneur - describes in detail his "mindset" that enabled him to conquer his performance anxiety and public speaking fears. "Mike" - a successful salesman/entrepreneur - describes in detail his "mindset" that enabled him to conquer his performance anxiety and public speaking fears. Jonathan Berent Tue, 09 Oct 2007 11:15:00 EST http://www.social-anxiety.com/mp3/mike2.mp3 social anxiety, performance anxiety, fear of public speaking, blushing, public speaking fear, psychology, psychological problem, alchohol abuse "Rob", a highly successful salesman, describes his 12-session treatment experience enabling his resolution of social anxiety panic and obsession with fear of public speaking. "Rob", a highly successful salesman, describes his 12-session treatment experience enabling his resolution of social anxiety panic and obsession with fear of public speaking. Jonathan Berent Tue, 09 Oct 2007 11:15:00 EST http://www.social-anxiety.com/mp3/robert1.mp3 social anxiety, fear of public speaking, blushing, psychology, psychological problem, obsession "Carol", an ovarian cancer survivor who once said that "she would rather be back in chemotherapy than speak in front of a group", describes her success. "Carol", an ovarian cancer survivor who once said that "she would rather be back in chemotherapy than speak in front of a group", describes her success. Jonathan Berent Tue, 28 Aug 2007 14:00:00 EST http://www.social-anxiety.com/mp3/carol.mp3 social anxiety, blushing, public speaking fear, psychology, psychological problem With dramatic insight into his self-esteem and special education experience, "Mike" describes his resolution of multiple psychological challenges. With dramatic insight into his self-esteem and special education experience, "Mike" describes his resolution of multiple psychological challenges. Jonathan Berent Tue, 28 Aug 2007 14:00:00 EST http://www.social-anxiety.com/mp3/mike1.mp3 social anxiety, build self-esteem, public speaking fear, psychology, learning disability, special education, psychological problem "Arthur" describes his metamorphosis and the reality that there can be a "cure". "Arthur" describes his metamorphosis and the reality that there can be a "cure". Jonathan Berent Tue, 28 Aug 2007 14:00:00 EST http://www.social-anxiety.com/mp3/arthur.mp3 social anxiety, school phobia, social phobia, social isolation, depression, psychology, psychological problem With creativity, insight, and high energy, "Jim", a successful 26-year-old businessman (who at one time considered an operation to sever his nerves) describes his "turnaround". With creativity, insight, and high energy, "Jim", a successful 26-year-old businessman (who at one time considered an operation to sever his nerves) describes his "turnaround". Jonathan Berent Tue, 28 Aug 2007 14:00:00 EST http://www.social-anxiety.com/mp3/jim.mp3 social anxiety, obsessive blushing, turning red, public speaking fear, psychology, psychological problem "Lauren", a successful businesswoman, describes her challenge and path to healing. "Lauren", a successful businesswoman, describes her challenge and path to healing. Jonathan Berent Tue, 28 Aug 2007 14:00:00 EST http://www.social-anxiety.com/mp3/lauren.mp3 social anxiety, public speaking fear, social dysfunction, psychology, psychological problem "Joe", a banker, describes his descent into emotional turmoil and recovery. "Joe", a banker, describes his descent into emotional turmoil and recovery. Jonathan Berent Tue, 28 Aug 2007 14:00:00 EST http://www.social-anxiety.com/mp3/joe.mp3 social anxiety, depression, emotional turmoil, psychology, psychological problem With special insight into family dynamics, "David" describes, in detail, his struggles with learning disabilities and social anxieties - and eventual success. With special insight into family dynamics, "David" describes, in detail, his struggles with learning disabilities and social anxieties - and eventual success. Jonathan Berent Tue, 28 Aug 2007 14:00:00 EST http://www.social-anxiety.com/mp3/david.mp3 social anxiety, avoidant personality, learning disability, psychology, psychological problem "Mike", a 35-year-old, describes his long- term struggle and recovery from this insidious a debilitating condition. "Mike", a 35-year-old, describes his long- term struggle and recovery from this insidious a debilitating condition. Jonathan Berent Tue, 28 Aug 2007 14:00:00 EST http://www.social-anxiety.com/mp3/sm_mike.mp3 social anxiety, selective mutism, excessive shyness, psychological problem "Karen", a film editor, relates her emotional and physiological challenges and success "Karen", a film editor, relates her emotional and physiological challenges and success Jonathan Berent Tue, 28 Aug 2007 14:00:00 EST http://www.social-anxiety.com/mp3/karen.mp3 social anxiety, emotional problems, psychological problem "Vicki" portrays the "process" of problem to resolution. "Vicki" portrays the "process" of problem to resolution. Jonathan Berent Tue, 28 Aug 2007 14:00:00 EST http://www.social-anxiety.com/mp3/vicki.mp3 social anxiety, overcoming medication dependence, drug-free, psychological problem "Mike", a successful media professional, graphically details his "process" from problem to success. "Mike", a successful media professional, graphically details his "process" from problem to success. Jonathan Berent Tue, 28 Aug 2007 14:00:00 EST http://www.social-anxiety.com/mp3/mike.mp3 social anxiety, intimacy phobia, performance anxiety, depression, psychological problem "Steve" describes how he resolved his challenges at age 38. "Steve" describes how he resolved his challenges at age 38. Jonathan Berent Tue, 28 Aug 2007 14:00:00 EST http://www.social-anxiety.com/mp3/involuntary_virginity.mp3 social anxiety, intimacy phobia, involuntary virginity, psychological problem "Eric" describes the "energy" of his anger as it relates to anxiety and depression. "Eric" describes the "energy" of his anger as it relates to anxiety and depression. Jonathan Berent Tue, 28 Aug 2007 14:00:00 EST http://www.social-anxiety.com/mp3/eric.mp3 social anxiety, angry loner, depression, anger, social problems, psychological problem "Lynn" details how treatment success was achieved for her daughter. "Lynn" details how treatment success was achieved for her daughter. Jonathan Berent Tue, 28 Aug 2007 14:00:00 EST http://www.social-anxiety.com/mp3/sm_lynn.mp3 social anxiety, selective mutism, excessive shyness, parenting problem children, psychological problem An enlightening discussion with parents who describe the realities of this complex disorder, and their role in productive treatment. An enlightening discussion with parents who describe the realities of this complex disorder, and their role in productive treatment. Jonathan Berent Tue, 28 Aug 2007 14:00:00 EST http://www.social-anxiety.com/mp3/sm_8yearold.mp3 social anxiety, selective mutism, excessive shyness, parenting problem children, psychological problem "Delia" describes how, through "non-enabling" parenting, she accomplished dramatic success. "Delia" describes how, through "non-enabling" parenting, she accomplished dramatic success. Jonathan Berent Tue, 28 Aug 2007 14:00:00 EST http://www.social-anxiety.com/mp3/sm_delia.mp3 social anxiety, selective mutism, excessive shyness, parenting problem children, psychological problem "Ellen" describes her long term struggle with her developmentally challenged son and how "empowering parenting" resulted in dramatic success with socialization and independence skills. "Ellen" describes her long term struggle with her developmentally challenged son and how "empowering parenting" resulted in dramatic success with socialization and independence skills. Jonathan Berent Tue, 28 Aug 2007 14:00:00 EST http://www.social-anxiety.com/mp3/sm_seminar.mp3 social anxiety, selective mutism, excessive shyness, parenting problem children, psychological problem "Lanette" describes how "non-enabling" parenting strategies facilitated success for her 12-year-old with profound developmental challenges. "Lanette" describes how "non-enabling" parenting strategies facilitated success for her 12-year-old with profound developmental challenges. Jonathan Berent Tue, 28 Aug 2007 14:00:00 EST http://www.social-anxiety.com/mp3/sm_lanette_jerry.mp3 social anxiety, selective mutism, excessive shyness, parenting problem children, psychological problem New York's #1 sports radio station, WFAN, broadcasts Jonathan Berent discussing public speaking anxiety, selective mutism, and other social anxieties. (Live from Sept. 16, 2007). New York's #1 sports radio station, WFAN, broadcasts Jonathan Berent discussing public speaking anxiety, selective mutism, and other social anxieties. (Live from Sept. 16, 2007). Jonathan Berent Tue, 09 Oct 2007 14:30:00 EST http://www.social-anxiety.com/mp3/wfan.mp3 social anxiety, performance anxiety, selective mutism, excessive shyness, parenting problem children, psychological problems Fri, 19 Oct 2007 14:00:00 EST en-us Copyright 2007 Berent Associates Jonathan Berent interviews "Tom", a senior executive of a billion dollar company, who describes how anxiety management changed his life and enabled him to conquer his fear of public speaking. Jonathan Berent interviews "Tom", a senior executive of a billion dollar company, who describes how anxiety management changed his life and enabled him to conquer his fear of public speaking. Jonathan Berent Fri, 19 Oct 2007 14:00:00 EST http://www.social-anxiety.com/mp3/tom.mp3 social anxiety, performance anxiety, fear of public speaking, psychology, psychological problem Kirk Reuter was a pitcher in the major leagues for 13 years, playing for the Montreal Expos and San Francisco Giants. In the course of his career, he won 130 games and in 2002, pitched a World Series game against the Anaheim Angels. During this time, he and his wife raised two wonderful children. One suffered from Selective Mutism. While Selective Mutism - a complex anxiety disorder characterized by verbal phobia - impacts 7 out of 1,000 children (more than autism which impacts 6 out of 1,000), there is very little productive help worldwide! In this unique, stimulating, realistic, and frank seminar, Jonathan Berent interviews Kirk and Karla Reuters who share their successful experience in treating this severe social phobia. Hear firsthand why Selective Mutism persists in spite of the best intentions of parents and teachers, and what’s required to break the cycle of enabling its perpetuation. Learn how to differentiate between positive and negative accommodation of Selective Mutism and what’s involved in a successful treatment process. Kirk Reuter was a pitcher in the major leagues for 13 years, playing for the Montreal Expos and San Francisco Giants. In the course of his career, he won 130 games and in 2002, pitched a World Series game against the Anaheim Angels. During this time, he and his wife raised two wonderful children. One suffered from Selective Mutism. While Selective Mutism - a complex anxiety disorder characterized by verbal phobia - impacts 7 out of 1,000 children (more than autism which impacts 6 out of 1,000), there is very little productive help worldwide! In this unique, stimulating, realistic, and frank seminar, Jonathan Berent interviews Kirk and Karla Reuters who share their successful experience in treating this severe social phobia. Hear firsthand why Selective Mutism persists in spite of the best intentions of parents and teachers, and what’s required to break the cycle of enabling its perpetuation. Learn how to differentiate between positive and negative accommodation of Selective Mutism and what’s involved in a successful treatment process. Jonathan Berent Thu, 21 May 2009 10:00:00 EST http://www.social-anxiety.com/mp3/smseminar-20090304.mp3 social anxiety, selective mutism, excessive shyness, psychological problem, child not talking, social phobia Blushing and facial Hyperhidrosis (a condition characterized by abnormally increased perspiration) can create toxic levels of shame, embarrassment, humiliation, and anger. This, in turn, can readily lead to public speaking anxiety, social avoidance (phobia), substance dependence, career and relationship issues, depression, and other problems. The condition and ensuing problems, believe it or not, can be resolved with the proper psych-physiological therapy. This seminar offers you the opportunity to listen to a successful 27-year-old businessman describe in detail how he conquered his problem without medication or any invasive treatment. At one point, his situation became so critical that was in a surgeon’s office, on the verge of an operation to sever his nerves. Fortunately, he opted for therapy instead, and relates the course of his success. In addition, you can hear Jonathan Berent, L.C.S.W. - a psychotherapist who has pioneered therapy for social anxiety - lead a stimulating and frank discussion with audience interaction. Blushing and facial Hyperhidrosis (a condition characterized by abnormally increased perspiration) can create toxic levels of shame, embarrassment, humiliation, and anger. This, in turn, can readily lead to public speaking anxiety, social avoidance (phobia), substance dependence, career and relationship issues, depression, and other problems. The condition and ensuing problems, believe it or not, can be resolved with the proper psych-physiological therapy. This seminar offers you the opportunity to listen to a successful 27-year-old businessman describe in detail how he conquered his problem without medication or any invasive treatment. At one point, his situation became so critical that was in a surgeon’s office, on the verge of an operation to sever his nerves. Fortunately, he opted for therapy instead, and relates the course of his success. In addition, you can hear Jonathan Berent, L.C.S.W. - a psychotherapist who has pioneered therapy for social anxiety - lead a stimulating and frank discussion with audience interaction. Jonathan Berent Tue, 27 May 2009 14:40:00 EST http://www.social-anxiety.com/mp3/blushing-performance-anxiety-seminar.mp3 social anxiety, blushing, hyper-hidrosis, sweating, psychology, psychological problem