This podcast brings you evidence-based insights from licensed clinical psychologists at the Utah Center for Evidence-Based Treatment. It’s designed for busy professionals, managers, and business leaders who want to lead, perform, and grow without burning out. Tune in to discover practical tools for a workplace you can thrive in. Every episode is less than 20 minutes.
June 2, 2026
Setting boundaries at work can feel incredibly daunting, especially when a crossed limit triggers an urgent emotional response. To help you navigate these challenging dynamics with clarity and balance, Dr. Kimberly Applewhite introduces the “Dime Game”, a thoughtful, 10-question framework that takes the guesswork out of difficult professional conversations. By evaluating key factors like self-respect, capability, and long-term goals, this evidence-based tool helps you objectively determine the exact, most effective intensity with which to express your needs.
May 6, 2026
In this episode, licensed psychologist and Anxiety and Mood Program Director, Dr. Rachel Hopkins, discusses how burnout rarely happens overnight. Learn how chronic anxiety, perfectionism, and self-criticism contribute to burnout, along with practical tools to recognize the signs early and stay resilient in high-pressure environments. You’ll also learn how to tell the difference between everyday stress and burnout before it begins to impact your health, relationships, and work.
April 2, 2026
In this episode, licensed psychologist and DBT Program Director, Dr. Kimberly Applewhite, breaks down how mindfulness can help you navigate high-stakes workplace conversations (like asking for a raise) with greater clarity and confidence. Learn how mindfulness fits into DBT, how to recognize and understand your emotional responses, and how to use practical skills like DEAR MAN to advocate for yourself effectively in professional settings.
March 9, 2026
In this episode, licensed psychologist Dr. Alex Ertl shares practical, evidence-based trauma recovery tools designed for busy professionals. Learn how small, manageable practices like diaphragmatic breathing, grounding exercises, and mindful movement can help regulate your nervous system, build resilience, and support healing without requiring hours of your day. Perfect for anyone looking to make meaningful progress in their mental health, even with a packed schedule.
February 11, 2026
Social anxiety does not always look like shyness, especially in leadership. In this episode of More Mind Less Grind, licensed clinical psychologist Dr. Rachel Hopkins explains how social anxiety can quietly affect managers, executives, and high achieving professionals who appear confident on the outside but feel intense pressure internally. We discuss how to distinguish normal nervousness from clinical social anxiety disorder, common workplace triggers such as public speaking, networking, performance reviews, and difficult conversations, and the ways anxiety can interfere with communication, delegation, and genuine team connection. If you are a leader who pushes through high stakes situations while carrying invisible stress, this evidence based conversation offers clarity, validation, and practical insight.
Our psychologists regularly provide staff trainings and professional consultation to businesses in a variety of industry sectors. We also support Employee Assistance (EAP) and Wellness programs by providing mental health services including therapy, assessments, and specialty workshops.
