Called to Flourish Podcast

Called to Flourish Podcast Episode 27: Developing Leadership Skills with Psychology In this episode, Dr. Chris Ewing shares his experience in leadership and how his military and academic background helped him develop the kind of leadership he likes to teach and practice personally. Our guest for this podcast is Dr. Chris Ewing, a former active-duty Air Force Officer specializing in Space and Missi...

Called to Flourish Podcast Episode 26: Psychological Challenges for First Responders - Part 2  In this episode, George Forsythe talks about the most common conditions he helps his patients with, some of the training that allows him to understand them, and his spiritual inspiration. Our guest for this podcast is George Forsythe. He is a counselor who primarily works with policemen, firefighters, di...

Called to Flourish Podcast Episode 25: Psychological Challenges for First Responders - Part 1 In this episode, George Forsythe shares his experience as an undercover cop and what led him to become a counselor and specialize in attending first responders. Our guest for this podcast is George Forsythe. He is a counselor who primarily works with policemen, firefighters, dispatchers, correctional offi...

Called to Flourish Podcast Episode 24: Addictions and Substance Abuse In this episode, Dr. Vivlecka shares some of her experience as an addictions counselor, tips and advice for family and friends of persons who suffer from this problem, and ways to identify it. Our guest for this podcast is Dr. Fredericka Vyvlecka our Program Director in the Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program. Dr. Vyvlecka...

Called to Flourish Podcast Episode 23: Eating Disorders In this episode, Dr. Vivlecka explains what is an eating disorder, which are the more common ones, how to recognize them, and shares some tips to help someone suffering from them. Our guest for this podcast is Dr. Fredericka Vyvlecka our Program Director in the Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program. Dr. Vyvlecka specializes in working wit...

Called to Flourish Podcast Episode 22: Parenting Skills for Reducing Children's Anxiety - Part 2 In this episode, Ian talks about some causes of anxiety in children, how to identify some symptoms, and tips on how parents can help in these situations. Our guest for this podcast is Ian Masson, MS., Director of the IPS Center at Divine Mercy University. Ian's interests are centered on family, marriag...

Called to Flourish Podcast Episode 21: Parenting Skills for Reducing Children's Anxiety - Part 1 In this episode, Ian talks about some causes of anxiety in children, how to identify some symptoms, and tips on how parents can help in these situations. Our guest for this podcast is Ian Masson, MS., Director of the IPS Center at Divine Mercy University. Ian's interests are centered on family, marriag...

Called to Flourish Podcast Episode 20: Autism & Religion In this episode, Fr. Matthew Schneider talks about his latest book God loves autistic mind and shares his experience of how he practices the catholic faith as an autistic person. Our guest for this podcast is Fr. Matthew Schneider, a member of the Legionaries of Christ and Assistant Chaplain at Divine Mercy University. The Called to Flourish...

Called to Flourish Podcast Episode 19: Gerontological Counseling In this episode, Dr. Erwin shares with us how she started her path learning about gerontological counseling and the different types of needs and differences age cohorts may have. Our guest for this podcast is Dr. Kathie Erwin, an Associate Professor in the Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program at Divine Mercy...

Called to Flourish Podcast Episode 18: Managing Stress In this episode, we learn about the effects of stress in your everyday life and how to face it and keep it at a low level, and how to differentiate it from anxiety or panic attacks. Our guest for this podcast is Ian Masson, MS., Director of the IPS Center at Divine Mercy University. Ian's interests are centered on family, marriage, and childre...

Called to Flourish Podcast Episode 17: Dissociative Identity Disorder In this episode, we learn about dissociation, commonly known as multiple personalities; the signs that may indicate when someone suffers from this disorder. Also, Dr. Keyes shares with us some examples from his own field experience. Our guest for this podcast is Dr. Benjamin Keyes, Ph. D., Executive Director of The Green Cross A...

Called to Flourish Podcast Episode 16: Multigenerational Families In this episode, we explore the concept of 3 generations or more living in the same space and how they can learn from each other, and the techniques to have a healthy family relationship. Our guest for this podcast is Dr. Kathie Erwin, an Associate Professor in the Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program at Di...

Called to Flourish Podcast Episode 15: Trauma Treatment for Natural Disasters In this episode, we explore how different types of traumas including PTSD can be a consequence of suffering natural disasters and how to heal in that cases. Our guest for this podcast is Dr. Benjamin Keyes, Ph. D., Executive Director of The Green Cross Academy for Traumatology, Director of Training and Internship, and Di...

Called to Flourish Podcast Episode 14: Creative Therapies for Trauma Counseling In this episode, we discover different techniques of creative therapies which can be useful to treat trauma when talking about it, is difficult for the patients. Our guest for this podcast is Dr. Kathie Erwin, an Associate Professor in the Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program at Divine Mercy U...

Called to Flourish Podcast Episode 13: Ageism as Spiritual and Social Harm In this episode, we talk about a social, mental, and spiritual issue called ageism where the value of humans is diminished by their age. And how appreciating elderly talent can be truly beneficial in all aspects. Our guest for this podcast is Dr. Kathie Erwin, an Associate Professor in the Master of Science in Clinical Ment...

Called to Flourish Podcast Episode 12: Rebuilding the Relationship with your Child in the midst of Covid19. In this episode, we discuss the importance to assign special playtime with children so that we can build a better relationship with them. Our guest for this podcast is Dr. Harvey Payne, Vice President for Academic Affairs in Digital Learning & Academic Dean for the School of Counseling at Di...

Called to Flourish Podcast Episode 11: The Relationship Between Psychology & Religion   In this episode, we discuss the compatibility of religion, faith, and virtues in psychology through the personal and professional path of Dr. Paul C. Vitz.   Our guest for this podcast is Dr. Paul C. Vitz, Senior Scholar and Professor at Divine Mercy University and Professor Emeritus at New York University.   D...

Called to Flourish Podcast Episode 10: PERMA Model & Positive Psychology In this episode, we talk about how to introduce the PERMA Model to your lifestyle for achieving positive thinking and overcome any difficulties that life can bring to us. Our guest for this podcast is Dr. Harvey Payne, Vice President for Academic Affairs in Digital Learning & Academic Dean for the School of Counseling at Divi...

Called to Flourish Podcast Episode 09: Good Reasons to Try Therapy In this episode, we talk about when is the perfect time to try therapy and which are some good reasons that may indicate therapy can be helpful. Our guest for this podcast is Dr. Helena Orellana, Director of the IPS Center for Psychological Services, and Adjunct Professor for the M.S. in Psychology program. She specializes in adult...

Called to Flourish Podcast Episode 08: Healing Emotional/Affective Responses to Trauma (HEART Model) In this episode, we explore the HEART Model with his creator and instructor; understanding the goals and perspectives of the program, where is it taught, and how it can be combined with other therapies. Our guest for this podcast is Dr. Benjamin Keyes, Ph. D., Executive Director of The Green Cross...

Called to Flourish Podcast Episode 07: Fatherhood & Family Structure  In this episode, we discuss the importance and role of a father figure during the raising of a child, and how the absence of it can cause a full rejection of authority and enhance violent behaviors. Our guest for this podcast is Dr. Paul C. Vitz, Senior Scholar and Professor at Divine Mercy University and Professor Emeritus at N...

Called to Flourish Podcast Episode 06: Mental Health during the Pandemic   In this episode, we talk about the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on mental health. We discuss the effects of isolation, lack of control, and changes in daily routines. Also, we give some advice to reduce emotional distress and identify when professional help is needed.   Our guest for this podcast is Dr. Helena Orellana,...

Called to Flourish Podcast Episode 05: Human Trafficking In this episode, we discuss Human Trafficking, the reasons behind it, the way victims are attracted to the life, the role of society and pornography in this problem, as well as some common psychological traumas normally present in their survivors and the appropriate technics to treat them. Our guest for this podcast is Dr. Benjamin Keyes, Ph...

Called to Flourish Podcast Episode 04: Spirituality & Marriage In this episode, we talk about how spirituality can be involved in a married couple's life and how it can help improve communication and understanding on a daily basis. Our guest for this podcast is Dr. Julia Klausli, Ph. D., Director of the M.S. in Psychology program at Divine Mercy University. She is an experienced researcher focusin...

Called to Flourish Podcast Episode 03: Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder In this episode, we talk about PTSD, its background, symptoms, and causes. Additionally, we explore different treatments that have been used to overcome this mental health challenge, including the H.E.A.R.T. Model (Healing Emotional/Affective Responses to Trauma). Our guest for this podcast is Dr. Benjamin Keyes, Ph. D., Executi...