Psyched to Practice

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...

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 Que...

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.  Brightminds Ad PAR Ad This episode is brough...

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...

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 opportu...

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 t...

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.  Brightminds A...

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! Brightminds Ad PAR Ad This episode is brought to you b...

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.  Be well and stay psyched Brightminds Ad PAR Ad This episode is brou...

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. "Be well, and stay psyched" Brightminds Ad PAR Ad This epis...

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.  "Be well, and stay p...

We are Psyched to announce that a new mental health podcast is coming to the scene looking to give you the information you need in a fun, engaging environment. We have one goal, and that’s to get you “Psyched to Practice” Join us as your hosts, Dr. Ray Christner and Paul Wagner, as we explore the far reaches of mental health and share this experience with you. We’re going to cover a wide variety o...

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.  “Be well, and stay psyched” Brightminds Ad PAR...