
Good Enough Shrink
We are child psychiatrists practicing in the Los Angeles area on a mission to demystify psychiatry and mental health. The title of this podcast is a tribute to the famous psychoanalyst, Donald Winnicott, and his concept of the "Good Enough Parent.” This is the idea that the imperfect but sufficient provisions of a parent will build a resilient child in an imperfect world. We want to empower children and parents to embrace their strengths and flaws, and know that you are good enough.
We want to emphasize the power of holding difficult emotions from the lens of attachment theory. Attachment theory is based on the idea that humans need a social bond with another to survive. This bond, when it is “good enough”, serves as a secure base from which a child can explore the world. When this attachment is disrupted, it can lead to emotional issues, and sometimes full-blown psychiatric disorders. This is where therapists and psychiatrists come in.
This podcast is for the curious adults, parents, family members, mental health professionals and trainees. So we hope you join us in this adventure to explore science and mental health from a developmental perspective.
Episodes
LA Fires - The Aftermath of Traumatic Events and How to Talk to Your Kids About It

Challenges with the Executive Orders against the LGBTQ+ Community

Adult Loneliness: How Our Bodies Respond to Attachment Disruption

The Optimism and Cautionary Tale of AI and Mental Health

Finding Motivation for Change

Neurosis and Anxiety: What it is and What to Do About It

Psychosis III: A Conversation with Dr. Gil Hoftman, an Expert on Schizophrenia Research

Psychosis II: Is it Schizophrenia or Something Else?

Intro to Psychosis - History, Conceptualization, and Symptoms to Look For

School Anxiety, Avoidance and Refusal - What's Behind It and What to Do About It

Social Media and its Impact on Youth Mental Health

Attachment Theory III: The Neuroscience of Attachment

The Shortage of Stimulant Medications for ADHD - Why It's Still a Problem Today

Attachment Theory II: The Early Years into Adulthood

Attachment Theory I: The First Bond
