2022 Episodes

Happy New Year! As the end of 2022 is fast approaching, what better time to talk about changes and goal setting. In this episode Ray and Paul discuss one of the most important topics clinicians help to promote in their clients… change. They talk on how to promote changes that can be maintained, the significance of goal setting, and share some goals for Psyched to Practice along the way. So please enjoy this Practice in Action episode to finish out the year: To Move Forward

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It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and what a year it has been. In this episode Ray and Paul talk reflection, look back at the past year, and how the podcast has grown. They talk about the importance of reflection in therapy while sharing some favorite moments, daunting challenges, and valuable lessons they’ve learned along the way. Please enjoy this Practice in Action episode: You Have to Look Back.

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What we as clinicians do is challenging work, and we always strive to be our best to provide good service to our clients. But what happens when our personal life becomes messy and bleeds ? Ray and Paul seek to answer this question in this week’s episode. We talk about when our personal stuff carries over in our sessions and how we can still provide good therapy in the midst of this. An important reminder in this Practice in Action episode: Therapists are People Too.

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We wrap up our conversation on cognitive biases in this week's episode of the Psyched to Practice podcast. Join Ray and Paul as they delve into more of the biases that direct the way we think, and review the significance they bring into the therapy setting. Listen in to l expand your awareness and be a better thinker in this Practice in Action episode: Beliefs, Blindspots, and Biases Pt. 3

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It’s the most wonderful time of the year… or is it? The Psyched to Practice Podcast has its first holiday episode covering the joy they bring to some and pressure to others. Ray and Paul talk on the hard truths of the holidays: how they often carry unseen baggage for many of the clients we see and some valuable ways we can offer support. We hope you enjoy this Practice in Action episode, Holiday Cheer or Jeer.

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Executive dysfunction is the topic on the table today as we listen in to the expertise of Dr. Russell Ramsey on Adult ADHD. Ray and Paul learn the ins and outs surrounding the presentation and treatment of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder in Adults and discuss the common misconceptions that are detrimental to treatment. We hope that you enjoy this Masters in Practice episode on Adult ADHD with Dr. Russell Ramsey.

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On this week’s episode of the Psyched to Practice Podcast we explore the topic of Sexually Harmful Behaviors in Youth with Dr. Christy Mulligan. Ray and Paul listen and learn about who this population is, as well as the compassion and adaptability needed to support the successful reintegration of these youth. Please enjoy this Practice in Action episode: Sexually Harmful Behaviors in Youth with Dr. Christy Mulligan.

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We continue our biased conversation with part 2 in this week’s episode of the Psyched to Practice podcast. Ray and Paul talk about more cognitive biases that are pervasive in our everyday lives and seek to bring insight to this for the therapy setting. As they find the through thread in these biases, they hope to make themselves and others “better thinkers.” So turn up the volume and broaden your awareness for this Practice in Action episode: Beliefs, Blindspots, and Biases Pt. 2.

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Well the pivotal moment in any wildly successful podcast’s life has happened… we’re excited to announce this week’s episode is part 1 of multi part episodes. We may be biased in thinking that way, which connects well with Ray and Paul’s conversation on biases. Listen in as we review a variety of cognitive biases and what their role both positive and negative can be in the therapy setting. We hope you enjoy this Practice in Action episode: Beliefs, Blindspots, and Biases Pt. 1.

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Ray and Paul attempt to answer a pivotal question in therapy. Do I self disclose? In this engaging discussion we cover the risks and rewards of self disclosure, how self disclosure can be intentional or not, and the many different purposes it can serve in session. We hope after this Practice in Action episode you’re asking yourself the same question. To disclose or Not to Disclose… That is the Question.

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This week on the Psyched to Practice podcast we have the opportunity to talk threat assessments with Dr. Melissa Reeves. Join Ray and Paul as they learn about the carefully crafted process behind threat assessments, and the role it plays in our schools and communities in limiting risk. Please enjoy this Masters in Practice episode: Threat Assessments.

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This week on the Psyched to Practice podcast we concluded the trilogy of our communication episodes. Ray and Paul sit down in this duo episode to talk about how we say our words, and what our bodies say without a word. We discuss how nonverbals and paraverbals in the therapy setting are an integral part of communication and when used effectively can say more than words ever could. So listen in on this Practice in Action episode: It’s Not The Words That Matter The Most.

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On this week’s episode of the Psyched to Practice Podcast we talk the ins and outs of public speaking as a mental health professional. Ray and Paul have the opportunity to chat with Dr. Kyler Shumway about his new book Get Psyched: The Therapist’s Guide to the Art and Business of Public Speaking. Listen in as we talk about challenging social anxiety, disseminating good information, and the opportunities that Public Speaking as a mental health professional has to offer.

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On this week’s episode of the Psyched to Practice Podcast we try something a little different. Ray and Paul have a group discussion with Dr. Simon Rego, Dr. Kristin Szuhany, Dr. Sandra Pimentel, and Dr. Jason Von Stietz reviewing the use of Pop Culture Metaphor in the Therapy Setting. We talk sports, movies, games, and cups and how all of these diverse topics can be used as an effective resource to connect therapeutic concepts. Listen in and enjoy!

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On this week’s episode of the Psyched to Practice Podcast we hope to have you saying “yes, and…” as we talk improv. Ray and Paul have the pleasure of talking to Dr. Michael Alcée about his new book Therapeutic Improvisation: How to Stop Winging It and Own It as a Therapist. Listen in as we connect the art and science of therapy in this Practice in Action episode, Therapeutic Improv.

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This week on the Psyched to Practice Podcast we have a Practice in Action episode for you focusing on swearing. Join Ray and Paul as they follow up on the previous duo episode, discussing the place cursing has in the therapy session and how if done well can evoke positive change. We hope you enjoy our latest episode, Swear Words Really Matter!

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The Psyched to Practice podcast is truly honored to share with you our conversation with Dr. Roe Mennuti EdD discussing relationships with you all. Join us as we immerse ourselves in what relationships are, what makes them strong, and the value they have in and out of the session. We hope you enjoy this episode as much as we did.

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This week on the Psyched to Practice podcast we had the pleasure of discussing Self Care with Karen Jones, a Licensed Professional Counselor and a certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction therapist. Listen in as Karen walks us through what self care is, and how we can help our clients explore ways they can make it their own.

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Join your hosts Ray and Paul as they have the opportunity to start the Masters in Practice series with Dr. Robert Friedberg, talking about using CBT with children and adolescents. We invite you to listen in hearing how Bob found his niche with this and how it’s developed for him over the years. We hope you enjoy this latest installment of the Psyched to Practice podcast.

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The Psyched to Practice podcast is excited to drop their first content episode, Words Matter. In this episode Ray and Paul will discuss the significance of the words we use. Join them as they dive into the personal and professional implications surrounding vocabulary, the intention it carries, and how when wielded effectively the change it can spark.

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