Psychology Talk Podcast

In this episode of the Psychology Talk Podcast, Dr. Hoye speaks with Dr. Kelly Mahler, OTD, OTR/L. Kelly is a pediatric occupational therapist in the Central Pennsylvania region. She specializes in the development of self-regulation and social cognition skills. Kelly is the winner of multiple awards including the 2020 American Occupational Therapy Association Emerging and Innovative Practice Award...

On this episode of the Psychology Talk Podcast, Dr. Hoye is joined by Maggie Craddock. Maggie Craddock is an executive coach with over 20 years of experience working with clients at all levels of the professional spectrum. She is best known for her work with Fortune 500 CEOs and senior management teams. Maggie and discusses her new book, Lifeboat: Navigating Unexpected Career Change and Disruption...

On this episode of Psychology Talk Podcast, Dr. Hoye is joined by Tina Gilbertson. Tina holds a master’s degree in counseling psychology, and she is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) in Oregon and Colorado. She discusses her new book Reconnecting with your Estranged Adult Child: Practical Tips & Tools to Heal Your Relationship, published by New World Library. Tina primarily works with the pa...

Dr. Hoye is joined by Dr. Donald Moss to discuss the Pathways Model of physical and mental health. Dr. Moss is the co-author with Dr. Angele McGrady of Pathways to Illness, Pathways to Health (2013), and Integrative Pathways (2018). He is also the Dean of the College of Integrative Medicine and Health Sciences at Saybrook University in Pasadena, CA. There he has built training programs in biofeedb...

Jared Yates Sexton is an author and political commentator from Linton, Indiana. He is an associate professor in the Department of Writing and Linguistics at Georgia Southern University. On this episode, Kyle talks to Jared about his 2019 book, The Man They Wanted Me to Be: Toxic Masculinity and A Crisis of Our Own Making, where he explores his working class upbringing and his thoughts on what he c...

On this episode of the Psychology Talk Podcast, Dr. Hoye joined by Michael Gelb. Michael is the author of 17 books including How to Think Like Leonardo Da Vinci, Discover Your Genius, Innovate Like Edison, and The Art of Connection: 7 Relationship Building Skills Every Leader Needs Now. Michael discusses his new book, Mastering the Art of Public Speaking: 8 Secrets to Overcome Fear & Supercharge Y...

In this episode of the Psychology Talk Podcast, Kyle and Hersch Wilson discuss his new book, “Firefighter Zen: A Guide for Thriving in Tough Times”. Hersch shares with us how the book came to be, why he decided to structure it in this way, and he explores the stories within and behind the content. Hersch shares with us the Zen-like techniques that allow people like him to stay grounded while navig...

In this encore episode of the Psychology Talk Podcast, Kyle and Scott sit down with Mike Vinopal, the education director of Hope For The Day. Hope for the Day is a Chicago based, non-profit that works toward suicide prevention, and mental health education and destigmatization. Mike invited us to the cozy environs of Sip of Hope, Hope for the Day’s coffee bar. Mike speaks about the origins of Hope...

In this encore episode, Kyle talks with Dan Griffin. Dan is an internationally recognized author, thought leader, and expert on men’s relationships and masculinity. Dan is the author of two books, A Man’s Way Through the Twelve Steps and A Man’s Way Through Relationships, and he authored several curricula all dedicated to improving the lives of men and their relationships. Dan lives with his famil...

In this encore episode, Dr. April Crawford joins us to discuss Cognitive Processing Therapy with trauma. Dr. Crawford is a licensed clinical psychologist with experience working with children, adolescents, families, and adults with a wide range of presenting concerns. Dr. Crawford has an interest and experience in the treatment of trauma, PTSD, mood and anxiety disorders, and mild substance use co...

In this encore episode, Kyle and Scott are joined by Dr. Jermaine Thomas, Psy. D. Jermain is a licensed clinical psychologist in Chicago IL. He practices at Cornerstone Counseling Center of Chicago (CCCOC). Cornerstone Counseling is a not-for-profit faith-based organization that provides psychotherapy to a broad array of individuals across the sociocultural and economic strata. He first appeared o...

In this encore presentation of episode 28 of the Chicago Psychology Podcast, Dr. Hoye speaks with Dr. Michael Yapko, PhD. Dr. Yapko is a well-respected author and trainer of clinical hypnosis. He is the author of Tranceworks, a authoritative textbook on clinical hypnosis that is used in many academic settings. Dr. Yapko discusses his interest in and development as a psychologist who uses hypnosis...

On episode 18 of the Chicago Psychology Podcast, Dr. Hoye is joined by psychotherapist and filmmaker, Alex Vesely. Alex Vesely is a filmmaker and psychotherapist. He is also the grandson of the creator of Logotherapy, Viktor Frankl. Alex talks with Dr. Hoye about his grandfather, his training as a psychotherapist in his native Austria, and his work as a filmmaker. They also cover his work on his f...

On episode 22 of the Chicago Psychology Podcast, Kyle speaks with Krysta Dancy about birth trauma and trauma-informed care. Krysta is a marriage and family therapist in Roseville CA. She works in private practice, with a focus on trauma care for post-birth difficulties and PTSD. She is also the director and supervisor of a counseling collective, and she is also a presenter and trainer. Kyle and Kr...

On this encore presentation of episode 37, Dr. Hoye is joined by Col. Kathy Platoni, a military psychologist, and Indiana Licensed Counselor Robert Kallus. They discuss the use and research of the Alpha-stim device. The Alpha-stim is a home medical, neuromodulation device that treats anxiety, insomnia, depression, and pain. This little device has a long history of research and development. The Alp...

Yolo Akili joins us for episode 30. Yolo Akili is the founder and executive director of BEAM (Black Emotional and Mental Health). Dr. Hoye. and Mr. Akili discuss the work and the mission of BEAM. They cover mental health issues in African American and Latin American communities, sexism and systemic racisms, and the general work of breaking down barriers to mental health services in minority commun...

In this and encore presentation of episode 29. Dr. Dan Brown, Ph. D. joins Dr. Hoye to discuss dissociation, trauma and attachment theory. Dr. Brown is Associate Clinical Professor of Psychology at Harvard Medical School and has served on the faculty for over 38 years. He is a senior meditation master. Dr. Brown has trained and taught with top Indo-Tibetan Bon Buddhist lamas for more than 48 years...

In this encore presentation of episode 12, Kyle and Scott are joined by Lisa Isenhart. Lisa is an anthropologist and also the Program Director of Open Path Psychotherapy Collective, a non-profit psychotherapy collective that seeks to provide affordable mental health care for the public. Open Path is available for interested therapists to join for free and for a nominal fee for potential clients. L...

On Episode 63 Dr. Hoye and Kyle are joined by Paul Fugelsang. Paul is a psychotherapist in Asheville, NC. He is also the Founder of the Open Path Psychotherapy Collective, a source for affordable mental health care for the consumer. Paul discusses the mission of Open Path, and their current state as a non-profit company. He also discusses its inception and the goals they see for their future in th...

In episode 62 Dr. Hoye and Kyle are joined by Dr. Murali Rao and Sameen Hosseini from Mindful TMS. Dr. Rao is a Professor and Department Chairperson of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neurosciences at Loyola University Medical Center and a Psychiatry consultant at MIndful TMS. Sameen Hosseini is the Business Development Manager at Mindful TMS. Mindful TMS is a group of TMS clinics, with locations in the...

Since the advent of the COVID 19 virus, the landscape of behavioral health has changed significantly. This has included changes for both consumers and behavioral health specialists. With these changes in mind, we decided to reach out to Chicago area clinicians to get their take on the current events, and how they see the landscape of mental health and psychotherapy developing. Aaron Karmin, LCPC K...

Since the advent of the COVID 19 virus, the landscape of behavioral health has changed significantly. These have been effecting both consumers and behavioral health clinician. With these changes in mind, we decided to reach out to Chicago area clinicians to get their take on the current events, and how they see the landscape of mental health and psychotherapy developing.   This Episode's Guests: R...

On episode 56, Kyle is joined by Erica Hornthal, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and Board-Certified Dance/Movement Therapist. Erica is the founder and CEO of Chicago Dance Therapy, a group practice founded in 2011. Erica explains how dance/movement therapy can be used in conjunction with traditional talk therapy to further deepen the client experience. She explains that each person has a...

On episode 54, Dr. Hoye is joined by is Eric Cathcart. Eric is a funeral event planner and producer, and owner and founder of InRemember, a company that helps to celebrate the story of loved one’s lives. ​Eric discusses end of life planning, and the process of shared grief through celebration. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/psychology-talk-podcast--3571902/sup...

Kyle and Scott are joined by Dr. Jermaine Thomas, Psy. D.  Jermain is a licensed clinical psychologist in Chicago IL.   In this episode, Dr. Thomas addresses: · The disproportionate number of COVID-19 cases amidst the African American community · Trans-generational trauma and epigenetics · Health issues in the African American community and chronic stress · Attachment theory as it plays out in Afr...