In this episode of Depth Dialogues, we are joined by Dr. Mohsen Fatemi, scholar, clinician, and internationally recognized voice in philosophical psychology, hypnotherapy, and mindfulness.Sayyed Mohsen Fatemi, Ph.D., Psy.D. completed his postdoctoral studies in the Department of Psychology at Harvard University, where he also served as a Teaching Fellow, Associate, and Fellow. His scholarly work has been published by leading academic presses, including Springer, Wiley, Templeton Press, Routledge, Cambridge University Press, Oxford University Press, Lexington Books, Rowman & Littlefield, Palgrave Macmillan, and the American Psychiatric Association.

His research has appeared in prominent journals such as the APA’s Journal of Theoretical and Philosophical Psychology and the International Journal of Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis.

In addition to his teaching at Harvard, Dr. Fatemi has taught in the Department of Psychology at several institutions, including the University of British Columbia, Western Washington University, the University of Massachusetts Boston, the University of Toronto, York University, Endicott College, and the Boston Graduate School of Psychoanalysis.

He has served as an adjunct faculty member in the Graduate Program in Psychology at York University, Canada, where he also teaches a variety of courses in the Department of Psychology. In his clinical work, he practices hypnotherapy exclusively, integrating Langerian mindfulness into diverse therapeutic settings.

Dr. Fatemi has supervised both master’s and doctoral students in their research projects and dissertations. He has delivered keynote addresses at numerous international psychology conferences and has led workshops and seminars across the United States, Canada, and internationally. He is the recipient of the Ellen Langer International Mindfulness Award and is an active member of the American Psychological Association (APA), with multiple presentations at its annual meetings.Hosts: Dr. Kirk Schneider and Tyler Gamlen Music Composition: Tyler Gamlen and Joe Vanderhoff Music Performance: Joe Vanderhoff Motion Graphics and Logo Design: Ugly Owl Films Recording and Editing: Tyler Gamlen

In this episode of Depth Dialogues, we sit down with Yannick Jacob, an existential life and leadership coach, positive psychologist, coach trainer and supervisor, and mediator. Yannick currently serves as Program Director of the Accredited Certificate in Integrative Coaching at the School of Positive Transformation, where he has brought together many of the world’s leading coaches and pioneers. He has also led the MSc in Coaching Psychology at the University of East London and teaches at The School of Life, Animas Centre for Coaching, and the International Centre for Coaching Supervision.Yannick is deeply committed to helping people explore life’s big questions, navigate uncertainty, and embrace the full spectrum of human experience. His seminal book, An Introduction to Existential Coaching (Routledge), is widely regarded as essential reading for coaches looking to deepen their practice.In this conversation, we explore:• What initially drew Yannick to existential philosophy, and how it informs his coaching practice• The intersection of existential coaching, therapy, and positive psychology• Guiding clients through anxiety, uncertainty, and the full spectrum of life’s experiences• How existential coaching fosters authentic relationships and meaningful connections• The role of coaching in responding to social, cultural, and ecological challenges today• Insights on cultivating happiness, purpose, and resilience in both life and leadershipWhether you’re a coach, therapist, or simply curious about existential psychology and personal growth, this episode offers a rich exploration of how coaching can help us embrace our humanity and navigate life’s uncertainties with courage and purpose.

Hosts: Dr. Kirk Schneider and Tyler Gamlen Music Composition: Tyler Gamlen and Joe Vanderhoff Music Performance: Joe Vanderhoff Motion Graphics and Logo Design: Ugly Owl Films Recording and Editing: Tyler Gamlen

In this powerful episode of the Depth Dialogues Podcast, we speak with Adanna Eke, LCSW—psychotherapist, consultant, and founder of The Depth Studio. Adanna’s career spans child welfare, emergency psychiatry, and psychoanalytic training, all of which inform her trauma-informed approach to working with foster youth and marginalized communities.Together, we explore the importance of long-term relational care, culturally sensitive therapy, and the unique model of A Home Within, where Adanna serves as co-clinical director of the Los Angeles chapter. This conversation offers a profound look into what it means to hold space for healing within a system that often forgets how to care.Topics Include:• Depth psychology as a form of social justice• Culturally grounded, trauma-informed therapy• The role of A Home Within in supporting foster youth• Guidance for early-career clinicians seeking community-oriented work• Building Practice in Community and the future of relational healing

Hosts: Dr. Kirk Schneider and Tyler Gamlen Music Composition: Tyler Gamlen and Joe Vanderhoff Music Performance: Joe Vanderhoff Motion Graphics and Logo Design: Ugly Owl Films Recording and Editing: Tyler Gamlen