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Psychedelic Drug MDMA Shows Promise as Treatment for PTSD
Healthline | March 22nd, 2022
Dr. Carlene MacMillan speaks about the possible use of MDMA in a clinical setting.
What to Know Before Trying Psychedelics for the First Time
PsychCentral | February 10th, 2022
With psychedelics, education and preparation can make a difference in having a positive healing experience. Dr. Carlene MacMillan weighs in.
Katy Perry Explained Why She Goes Through ‘Phases’ Without Drinking
Newsweek | January 11th, 2022
Shape applies Dr. Carlene MacMillan’s thinking in piece about pop star Katy Perry’s latest venture.
Mental Health Monday: A Conversation About Disabilities with Dr. Carlene MacMillan
OurView Podcast | November 1st, 2021
Dr. Carlene MacMillan joins Art Aston on this episode as part of the Mental Health Monday Series. They discuss how she and her team have utilized the social media platform, Clubhouse, to bring awareness to and to change the conversation about mental health diagnoses.
A Conservatorship Shouldn’t Take Away an Individual’s Total Autonomy
Morning Joe, MSNBC | July 20th, 2021
Dr. Carlene Macmillan joins Morning Joe to discuss Britney Spears’ conservatorship, describes what conservatorships are and why she says they shouldn’t take away an individual’s total autonomy.
NYC Portrait Photographer with a Doctor
Angela Cappetta | June 8th, 2021
NYC photographer Angela Cappetta visits Brooklyn Minds to photograph Dr. Carlene MacMillan. Listen to the podcast from the shoot.
Congratulations to the Inaugural Creator First Class!
Clubhouse | May 26th, 2021
“Today comes the next chapter in Clubhouse’s Creator First accelerator program. We’d like to introduce the Creator First Class of 2021 including: The Frontier Psychiatrists Daily: The go-to daily destination for what’s next in mental health, exploring oft-underrepresented topics such as the intersection of creativity, mental illness, and psychedelics.”
Carlene MacMillan, MD – The Psychiatrist is in the House
SilverCloud | May 2021
“Frontier Psychiatrists Daily is an evidence-based recurring series featuring professionals and experts exploring the frontier of mental healthcare. It was selected as a finalist in the Clubhouse Creator First program.”
Empowering Mental Health with Owen Muir @ Brooklyn Minds
Think Future with Kalaboukis | May 19th, 2021
“Dr. Owen Muir co-founded Brooklyn Minds with the understanding that help needs to be understood as helpful. In addition to serving as Medical Director, Dr. Muir oversees our groundbreaking deep Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (dTMS) program.”
Medical Advisor Feature – Dr. Carlene MacMillan
Osmind | May 10th, 2021
“As May is Mental Health Awareness Month, we wanted to highlight one of Osmind’s medical advisors, Dr. Carlene MacMillan, who uses social media to promote mental health awareness. Dr. MacMillan is the CEO and co-founder of Brooklyn Minds Psychiatry and answered some of our questions regarding mental health awareness and social media.”
Did You Know You Can Use Clubhouse to Get Healthier? Here are 20 Clubs We Love.
Parade | May 9th, 2021
“Sphere – Check out the “PsychCrunch Disrupt” room on Sundays at 2 pm EST, as well as “The Future of Mental Health” that is hosted on Mondays at 7:30 pm EST as great starting points for those new to Clubhouse and interested in mental health.”
Clubhouse Names Finalists in Clubhouse Creator First Accelerator Program
Adweek | May 6th, 2021
“Invite-only social audio platform Clubhouse introduced its Clubhouse Creator First accelerator program, which is aimed at helping creators do what they do best and providing them with the resources they need to thrive, including equipment, concept and creative development with the Clubhouse team and matching creators to relevant guests and talent.”
Clubhouse Funds Slate Of Original Audio Pilots
Deadline | May 5th, 2021
“Clubhouse, the buzzy audio social network, is moving into original programming. The platform, which has seen an influx of members from Hollywood over the last twelve months, is funding a slate of audio pilots.”
Meet the Creator First Finalists
Clubhouse | May 5th, 2021
“Clubhouse is excited to introduce the shows that will participate in Creator First Pilot Season. ‘The Frontier Psychiatrists Daily’ by Carlene MacMillan, MD: The go-to daily destination for what’s next in mental health, exploring oft-underrepresented topics such as the intersection of creativity, mental illness, and psychedelics.”
Patients and Providers Actually Enjoy Tele-Mental Health
Acute Condition | April 22nd, 2021
“In a win for therapy access, the surveys done by Dr. MacMillan’s group show that most patients were very positive about using tele-mental health, even though the patients at the clinic surveyed are generally higher acuity than average.”
Times of Uncertainty and Curiosity
Sana Incertidumbre | April 3rd, 2021
“We explore the notions of Uncertainty and Curiosity with Owen Muir a Child and Adult Psychiatrist from the U.S. Often we see uncertainty as something we want to avoid, we want to be in control of our lives and have some idea of how our future will be like. Nonetheless, Life itself doesn’t present as too certain most of the time: e.g. This world Pandemic.”
OCD and Deep TMS: Practical Applications
Psycom Pro | February 19th, 2021
“In this Q&A, Owen Muir discusses his real-world experience with deep transcranial magnetic stimulation for patients with refractory obsessive compulsive disorder.”
“Deep TMS for OCD deserves to be part of the standard outpatient arsenal of clinical tools.” – Dr. Owen Muir.
Innovative Approaches to Managing Mental Health Conditions
Impetus Digital | February 18th, 2021
“In this episode of Impetus Digital’s Fireside Chat, we sat down with Owen Muir, MD, Co-founder and Chief Innovation Officer at Brooklyn Minds, for a deep dive into the secondary effects of COVID-19 on mental health conditions and novel treatment approaches. Among many other things, we explored innovative techniques such as deep Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (dTMS), Mentalization-Based Treatment (MBT), and telehealth for psychiatry applications.”
Ketamine Is Revealing a New Understanding of Depression and the Brain
Elemental | January 18th, 2021
“Depression treatments beyond the conventional drugs that target monoamine neurotransmitters include ketamine and psychedelics. Ketamine is not technically a psychedelic but an anesthetic, although it can cause hallucinatory and dissociative effects. There may also be overlap in the way they affect the brain, according to Carlene MacMillan, MD, psychiatrist and CEO and co-founder of Brooklyn Minds.”
Dr. Carlene MacMillan On Mental Health And Suicide Prevention
Veteran’s Minimum | January 13th, 2021
“Veteran’s Minimum speaks with Dr. Carlene MacMillan about the stigma attached to mental health, how COVID has affected people’s mental health, and suicide rates amongst young men and women.”
How To Date Someone With Trauma Without Hurting Them More
Mic | January 5th, 2021
“I think there’s a need for people to be trauma-informed in all interactions,” says Julia Koerwer, a psychotherapist in NYC. Most of the experts I spoke with agreed that it doesn’t really matter whether you identify as having trauma or you’re in a relationship with someone else who might, you still need to be trauma aware in your relationships.
How Parents Can Support Kids Exploring Their Gender Identity, a Personal Story
The Child Therapy List | December 26th, 2020
The Child Therapy List asked Tim Bidon (they/them), Sex Positive Coordinator at Brooklyn Minds, four questions about their journey as a young person exploring gender identity.
Mental Health And The Holidays
Better Health Advisors | November 20th, 2020
The holidays are meant to be a time of joy and celebration, but as we head into the holiday season, many of us are experiencing stress and anxiety — and Covid is magnifying those feelings. Better Health Advisors reached out to Owen Muir, a child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist and the cofounder of Brooklyn Minds, for ideas on how to manage family conflict, stay healthy, and make the holidays as enjoyable as possible.
BrainsWay Hosting Key Opinion Leader Call On Deep Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation
StreetInsider | November 17th, 2020
The live event will feature a presentation by KOL Owen Muir, M.D., a psychiatrist at Brooklyn Minds, who will discuss the current treatment landscape and the unmet medical need in treating patients with psychiatric diseases, such as MDD and OCD.
Election Anxiety Is Not Fake News. Here’s How To Manage It.
MTV News | November 2nd, 2020
Brooklyn Minds’ Will Osei, PhD, and other mental healthcare pros share tips for prioritizing your mental health during — and after — a tumultuous election cycle.
Celebrating World Mental Health Day On October 10th
Expensify | October 10th, 2020
To celebrate World Mental Health Day, Expensify spoke with customers, including Brooklyn Minds, who do amazing work to build positive communities for people struggling with mental health.
The Emotional Aftermath Of Cutting Ties With A Toxic Family Member
Allure | September 14th, 2020
Sometimes, setting a boundary with a toxic family member isn’t enough, and you have to cut them out of your life. “Cutting off a toxic family is rarely an easy, clear-cut decision,” says Carlene MacMillan, a psychiatrist and the founder and clinic director of Brooklyn Minds Psychiatry.
Social Media Harms Students’ Mental Health
The Daily Orange | September 13th, 2020
Experts find that social media holds power over students’ mental health. An excess use of social media often results in a decline in mental health. “People forget that social media is a highlight reel, and people depict an extremely exaggerated version of their lives,” said Dmitry Ostrovsky, staff psychiatrist at Brooklyn Minds.
What These 5 Drug Shortages Say About Pandemic Life
Elemental | August 8th, 2020
As pandemic closures affected manufacturing and the demand for specific drugs rose, the FDA reported nearly 50 new shortages, bringing the total number of medications in short supply to more than 300. “I don’t usually prescribe [the sleep aids] Ambien or Lunesta, but in recent months I’m doing a lot of that,” says Carlene MacMillan, MD, the psychiatrist founder of Brooklyn Minds, a mental health treatment center in New York. “Derangement in sleep cycles is so much higher.”
Everything You Need To Know About Cancel Culture
NY Metro Parents | August 8th, 2020
‘Cancel Culture’ is to call out a behavior – an offensive remark or an unforgivable action – and to reject the person responsible. Cancel culture has made its way into classrooms and teen peer groups, and now parents are concerned it’s affecting their kids. Like bullying, canceling can lead to kids being isolated and ostracized, says Rebecca Sinclair, Ph.D., child and adolescent psychologist and director of psychological services at Brooklyn Minds, a mental health practice with locations in Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Manhasset. “Children and adolescents are much more vulnerable than adults, and isolation can affect depressive moods, anxiety, impulsive behavior, and use of substances.”
How To Make The Most Of Online Therapy
Psych Central | June 13th, 2020
The pandemic has highlighted an important fact about teletherapy: It’s a highly effective, invaluable alternative to in-person sessions. With in-person appointments, clients often have a natural transition—driving their car, sitting on the train—that helps them to focus fully on their session. With teletherapy, however, “that time right before the session does not exist unless you specifically carve it out,” said Carlene MacMillan, MD, a Harvard-trained psychiatrist and founder of Brooklyn Minds.
Is The Pandemic Sparking Suicide?
The New York Times | May 19th, 2020
Dr. Owen Muir, a co-founder of Brooklyn Minds, a program that treats many highly suicidal individuals, said his own clients appear to be doing well so far, despite or perhaps partly because of Covid-related adjustments.
The Best Strategies For Parents To Boost Their Mental Health
Healthline | May 13th, 2020
With a bit of intention, you can absolutely tend to your mental health — even with a demanding career, little to no childcare, and 1,000 other tasks you need to complete. Start with these simple tips. “Parents often treat their children’s bedtime routines with great respect but then neglect their own,” says Carlene MacMillan, MD, a Harvard-trained psychiatrist and founder of Brooklyn Minds. Lack of sleep sinks our mood and “is a recipe for increased stress for everyone in the household,” she points out.
How 66 Business Leaders Are Turning The Pandemic Downturn Into An Opportunity
Real Leaders | May 7th, 2020
When crisis strikes it’s human nature to take things personally and feel alone in your struggle. Sometimes it helps to understand what others have done when faced with similar, unfortunate circumstances, and learn from them. “Our NYC-based mental health practice pivoted from in-person sessions to telehealth sessions from the pandemic,” says Carlene MacMillan of Brooklyn Minds Psychiatry.
Profile: Dr. Carlene MacMillan
Thrive Global | May 5th, 2020
“Be validating of their thoughts and feelings rather than offering empty reassurance. Saying “oh it will all be fine” and “don’t worry, you won’t get this virus” rarely helps and even thought that may be what the anxious person is pulling for you to say, resist the urge and instead focus on their feelings and say things like “it makes sense that you are feeling that way! That is a painful way to way feel,” or whatever feels genuine and from the heart.”
Self-Care And Creativity: Our Ideas Depend On It
Campaign | April 29th, 2020
If a relaxed mind is a creative mind, then what happens in a global pandemic? The thing about creativity is that it involves safety and I wasn’t able to access that feeling until just now — six weeks of being sheltered in place in LA. It made sense after I spoke with Rebecca Sinclair, Ph.D, Director of Psychological Services at Brooklyn Minds Psychiatry, who explained that creativity is a higher order process and in the hierarchy of needs, comes way after food, shelter, finances, even toilet paper—all of which have been in question since coronavirus became the soundtrack of our lives.
When Pregnancy And Depression Happen At The Same Time
The Checkup | March 27th, 2020
There were very low risks of medicating my perinatal depression. But still I wondered, would the treatment that helped me function hurt my baby? Dr. Amanda Tinkelman, a psychiatrist at Brooklyn Minds says, “Up to 1 in 5 pregnant people will experience clinically significant depression or anxiety during pregnancy. Often the person may lose interest in things they used to enjoy, not be able to look forward to pleasurable things, be tearful very often, feel overwhelmed, have more difficulty coping with stressors, or even have thoughts of worthlessness or self harm.”
The Quarantine Is Inspiring Some Intriguing Pop-up Podcasts
Vulture | March 29th, 2020
The Pandemic Check In podcast is a collaboration between the Los Angeles–based podcast studio Western Sound and Brooklyn Minds, a psychiatry and psychology practice, and its big design concept revolves around the idea of a mental-health call-in show. Pairs well.
How Is Coronavirus Changing Mental Health? Guest: Dr. Dmitry Ostrovsky, M.D.
Mentally Fit | March 18th, 2020
On this podcast, we’re talking with experts, thought leaders and people just like you and me — and we’re having open and honest conversations about everyday challenges and the skills that you can use to improve your Mental Health.
Why Isn’t Women’s Pain Taken Seriously?
Shondaland | February 27th, 2020
Women are often told that their pain is “all in their heads,” which can have fatal consequences. But with some advocacy, they can get the care they need. “After being rejected or dismissed by doctors multiple times, women may start to doubt their own pain,” says Gina Pellicci, a licensed social worker who treats patients with chronic illness.
Self Harm In Adolescents, How Parents Can Help Their Child
The Child Therapy List | February 25th, 2020
The Child Therapy List asked Owen Muir, M.D., Chief Services Officer and co-founder at Brooklyn Minds, for his perspective on self harming. His comments prompt further exploration, we believe, around how parents and caregivers can be most effective supporting the process and growth in our children.
Momentum Launches Psychedelic Opportunity Summit
Business Wire | January 29th, 2020
Momentum Event Group announced the launch of the Psychedelic Opportunity Summit taking place June 18, 2020 in New York City. Designed for investors, entrepreneurs and senior executives from the payer, provider, pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries, the summit will separate fact from fiction and assess the true investment potential for psychedelic medicine from those on the forefront of this reemerging science.
Brooklyn Minds Now Accepts Cigna Insurance
Cision | January 23rd, 2020
Brooklyn Minds is changing the standard of mental health care. In order to support their mission of supplying high quality mental health treatment to all who seek it, Brooklyn Minds will now accept Cigna Insurance.
“It can be extremely challenging to find high quality outpatient mental health care that is covered by insurance, especially in New York City,” says Carlene MacMillan, M.D., co-founder and CEO of Brooklyn Minds. “We have worked hard over the past year with leadership at Cigna to make our cutting-edge and team-based approach more widely accessible.”
Is Your Memory Shot? You Could Blame These Two Mental Health Factors.
Hello Giggles | December 29th, 2019
While depression and anxiety can impair memory, Dr. Amanda Tinkelman, a psychiatrist working at Brooklyn Minds, a mental health practice in Brooklyn, New York, says there are likely multiple reasons why this happens. “When someone is suffering from depression, or certain anxiety disorders (such as PTSD), the brain appears to have difficulty encoding or registering new information into memory,” she says. This is known as a “primary encoding deficit.”
A Psychiatrist On Clear Signs You’re Headed For Burnout, and 5 Steps You Can Take To Turn Things Around.
Business Insider | December 24th, 2019
For business leaders who want to cope with this growing problem effectively, here are some tips for addressing burnout, reducing stress at work, and restoring one’s energy outside of the office.
This Hormone Is The Reason Why Depression And Anxiety Are Affecting Your Appetite
Yahoo! Life | December 18th, 2019
The common phrases “that made me sick to my stomach,” or “I just lost my appetite” are around for a reason, says Dr. Amanda Tinkleman, psychiatrist working at Brooklyn Minds, a mental health practice in Brooklyn, New York. According to her, many people lose their appetite when they’re feeling anxious or depressed. “Oftentimes, people with anxiety have physical symptoms of stomach ache, nausea, or even diarrhea,” she says.
How To Recover From A Horrible Anal Sex Experience
Cosmopolitan | December 4th, 2019
Was the issue an accident? If so, “discuss what happened with your partner. Share your fears and how you want them to respond if things don’t turn out the way you’re hoping next time,” says Erica Zajac, LCSW, sex positive therapist with Brooklyn Minds.
Is Increased Anxiety A Sign Of Labor? Here’s What Experts Had To Say
Romper | October 4th, 2019
Of course, having a sense of worry during pregnancy, particularly as labor approaches, is common. “Many people about to deliver a baby are anxious about labor and new parenthood, and many feel anxious as they approach delivery,” Amanda Tinkelman, a Brooklyn-based psychiatrist and certified perinatal mental health specialist, tells Romper.
Does Your Period Cause Anxiety? Experts Explain
Romper | October 3rd, 2019
Dr. Amanda Tinkelman, a psychiatrist practicing in New York, tells Romper that some people who menstruate are sensitive to the hormonal changes that occur in the “late luteal phase of the menstrual cycle, including possibly the reduction of progesterone and estrogen.
You Can Thank ‘Sex Brain’ For Those Out-of-Character Decisions You Make When Turned On
Well + Good | September 19th, 2019
The best way to conquer sex brain is to have conversations both with yourself and your partner(s) about how you intend to participate in sexual activity—but ahead of time, when your mind-set is in a much clearer state, says sex-positive psychotherapist Erica Zajac, LCSW. “We need to be able to discuss our wants, needs, desires, and boundaries well before we become sexually aroused and unable to make logical decisions,” she says.
Teens Are Gluing Their Lips For An Internet Challenge—Here’s Why That’s A Bad Idea
Health | September 13th, 2019
The physical effects of a challenge like this isn’t the only impact it might have. Health spoke to Owen Muir, MD, mental heath director at Brooklyn Minds, a mental health treatment center in New York City, about the psychological effects social media challenge sites like TikTok have on young people.
Taking Mental Health Medication Shouldn’t Be Shameful
Teen Vogue | May 24th, 2019
Where does the stigma come from? According to Carlene MacMillan, M.D., a psychiatrist in Brooklyn, “Pill shaming is the natural consequence of what happens when a society stigmatizes mental illness, as it is one of the most obvious and consistent external reminders that a person has a mental illness.” In this way, taking medication can be a daily reminder that something is “wrong” mentally, she says.
The Mental Illness So Stigmatized We Dare Not Speak its Name
Op-Med | April 29th, 2019
What’s the mental illness so stigmatized that we dare not speak its name? Narcissistic personality disorder. It is a real condition that can be treated. “Narcissistic personality disorder, or NPD, sounds a lot more like an insult than a diagnosis. No clinician wants to insult their patients. Fewer people still want to think of themselves as suffering from something that is usually used to describe exes and awful bosses,” says Dr. Owen Muir of Brooklyn Minds.
How To Choose A Therapist: 5 Tips from Experts To Keep In Mind
Hello Giggles | January 9th, 2019
Carlene MacMillan, a psychiatrist and the director of Brooklyn Minds, says that it’s also worth considering a therapist’s personality type. “Some therapists have a more quiet, calming presence and others may sit more on the edge of their seat and be more active.” Think about what would be a good fit for you or try out different styles before settling on one.
What Are The Benefits Of Not Drinking Alcohol?
Shape | November 19th, 2018
Carlene MacMillan, a psychiatrist and the director of Brooklyn Minds, says that it’s also worth considering a therapist’s “Not only does alcohol contain a lot of empty calories, but when people drink too much they tend to make other unhealthy nutritional choices, so giving up alcohol can have a far-reaching impact on weight and overall cardiovascular health,” says Carlene MacMillan, M.D..
9 Common Things You Didn’t Realize Are Signs Of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
Bustle | July 12th, 2018
OCD can be intense, but there is hope. “Therapy is incredibly helpful for OCD,” Rebecca Sinclair, PhD, director of psychological services at Brooklyn Minds, tells Bustle. “OCD is a biological disorder and while an individual may never completely eradicate themselves from it, behavioral therapy helps them learn the skills and become self-efficacious in managing it. Exposure and Response Prevention (ExRP) is the gold standard of OCD treatment.”
Why Good Quality Sleep Matters For Your Mental Health
Hello Giggles | July 24th, 2018
Psychiatrist Carlene MacMillan said that without high-quality sleep, even the best treatment will be ineffective. “Life is going to be experienced through an unfocused lens, essentially,” she said. For illnesses such as bipolar disorder, all-nighters can lead to further episodes of mania or depression, while sleep and mood disorders are intricately linked.
Pronouns Matter: How We Can Do Better In LGBTQ Patient Care
Capsule | June 29th, 2018
That one letter on a chart — M instead of F — is a stark reminder of the many daily challenges faced by those who are trying to live as their affirmed gender rather than the gender they were assigned at birth.
Clinicians’ Self-Disclosure Of Mental Illness And Burnout Can Be The Key to Hope
Op-Med | May 16th, 2018
“Clearly, the toll that training and practice takes on psychiatrists is tremendous, and the current approaches we have had towards promoting physician wellness have not done much to slow the tide of physician suicide, morbidity, mortality, and early exit from clinical practice.” Owen Muir, MD
How Sleep Deprivation Impacts Rapping And Creativity
DJ Booth | February 20th, 2018
Starting with the basics, sleep deprivation is exactly what it sounds like: not getting enough sleep. As Dr. Ostrovsky explains, there are over 70 causes of sleep deprivation, from sleep apnea to a depressive disorder, but the condition can often be self-induced. If an artist is in the studio working for 22-30 hours straight without getting tired, per Ostrovsky, that artist is operating on a hypomanic level.
How To Explain Mass Shootings To Your Children
Daily Mail | October 4th, 2017
Dr Owen Muir is the medical director at Brooklyn Minds, which offers children’s mental health services. He said that the age at which your child is old enough to hear about tragedies depends completely upon the individual. ‘Parents know their kids. They’re connected to their parents,’ he said, explaining that parents should feel comfortable making a decision about whether or not they need to talk to their children about tragedies.
CDC: Women Twice As Likely To Use Antidepressants Than Men
Daily Mail | August 15th, 2017
Dr Owen Muir, psychiatrist and Medical Director at Brooklyn Minds in New York told Daily Mail Online that the data didn’t surprise him at all. ‘As far as the number of people taking them increasing, there are two ways to think about it,’ he explained. ‘Either prevalence of the disorders requiring antidepressants has increased, or we’re just better at recognizing them.’
Crippling Depression Treated With Magnets By Pioneering Brooklyn Doctor
Patch | August 11th, 2017
Muir is the medical director of Brooklyn Minds, a Williamsburg psychiatric center on North First Street that offers a non-invasive treatment for severe depression called deep transcranial magnetic stimulation – or deep TMS.