Back from the Abyss: Psychiatry in Stories
How do we find a way out of the darkest depths of despair? Psychiatrist Dr. Craig Heacock hosts a deep dive into powerfully moving stories of hope and healing, as well as topical explorations of psychopharmacology, psychotherapy, and psychedelics.
Back from the Abyss: Psychiatry in Stories
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation, Ketamine, and Psychiatry 3.0
Dr. H sits down with Dr. Elizabeth Fenstermacher, Medical Director of the TMS Clinic at the University of Colorado- Anschutz to explore the growing role of TMS and neuromodulation in psychiatry. They explore questions such as:
•How should we think about TMS vs ketamine in the treatment of depression? Trauma? OCD?
•Who are the best candidates for TMS?
•What are the relative merits of intensive TMS (SAINT) vs standard protocols?
•How might TMS and ketamine work together to promote psychiatric stability?
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Dr. Elizabeth Fenstermacher
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Patient selection for TMS- Case report with Dr. Fenstermacher
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"I Love You, I Hate You, Are You My Mom?" An intensive experiential workshop exploring transference with Dr. H and Dr. Hillary McBride, Feb 4th-6th 2026 in Joshua Tree, CA
https://www.craigheacockmd.com/i-love-you-i-hate-you-are-you-my-mom/
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