The Good Counsel Podcast

John is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and co-owner of Full Life Comprehensive Care . John and his team work extensively with individuals diagnosed with comorbid psychiatric and substance use disorders and their families. On this episode of the Good Counsel Podcast, John shares about the Assertive Community Engagement model and how he and his team integrate this model into his clients' continui...

David is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and the Clinical Director of Caron Renaissance residential treatment center in Boca Raton, Florida. David is a psychotherapist and therapeutic group facilitator. He currently works in clinical leadership and serves as clinical supervisor and mentor to the clinicians under his management. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts On Spotify On Google Podcasts © Copyrigh...

Joe Considine is a Marchman Act attorney who has practiced law since 1983. He is an expert on Florida's Marchman Act and works exclusively with families whose loved ones have substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. On this episode, Joe and I talk about the Hulu series, Dopesick, we discuss substance use disorder treatment, and of course, Joe shares about his extensive experience wi...

This episode is a narrated biography of the life of our dog, Rocki. It's a story about dogs and the people who love them.   Subscribe on Apple Podcasts On Spotify On Google Podcasts © Copyright 2022, Eric Bricker; Produced by Tom Gentry. Theme music composed and performed by Eric Bricker. 

Brian is an EMDR-certified therapist, consultant and co-owner of Mangrove Therapy Group. Brian is also an instructor for the Trauma Recovery Humanitarian Assistance Programs and founder of the Southeast Florida Trauma Recovery Network. On this episode of the podcast, Brian and I discuss our practice of EMDR therapy, its inner workings and how we each have come to rely on this modality as a means o...

Dawn DiCicco, LCSW, BCD is a therapist, behavioral healthcare consultant, and founder of her own consulting firm, The Presto Group. On this episode of the Good Counsel Podcast, Dawn shares about the transformative power of Dialectical Behavior Therapy and its application in both institutional settings and private practice. We also discuss Rush tribute bands and some of Hulu's original programing....

Tommy is a psychotherapist, behavioral healthcare administrator and college professor. He has worked with populations representative of a wide variety of cultures, races and socio-economic backgrounds. On this episode of the podcast, Tommy and I discuss his perspectives on psychotherapy, African Americans and the complexities of working with cultures other than our own. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts...

Josephine Tynes is the former Executive Director for Caron Renaissance and Caron Ocean Drive. In this episode of the podcast, Josey shares the recovery journey that took her from transitional housing to completing an Ivy League graduate degree, and becoming an executive director within one of the most prestigious behavioral health organizations in the country.  Subscribe on Apple Podcasts On Spoti...

Karyn Rosenberg is an accomplished veteran psychotherapist and specialist in the treatment of grief, loss, trauma and reproductive mental health. On this episode of the Good Counsel Podcast, Karyn and I discuss the nuances and complexities of psychotherapy with individuals dealing with grief and loss. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts On Spotify On Google Podcasts © Copyright 2022, Eric Bricker; Produce...

George Jahn is a math professor and pioneer in substance use disorder transitional housing. On this episode of the Good Counsel Podcast, we discuss George's experiences in founding and operating the Sober Living in Delray transitional home, and its impact on his personal recovery journey. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts On Spotify On Google Podcasts © Copyright 2022, Eric Bricker; Produced by Tom Gent...

William Shlifer, LCSW, CTT is a Spirit2Spirit certified trauma therapist and clinical consultant.  On this episode of the Good Counsel Podcast, we discuss Will's journey into becoming a trauma therapist, the Spirit2Spirit trauma treatment method and Will's experience in helping develop the integrated trauma treatment program at Beachway Therapy Center.   Subscribe on Apple Podcasts On Spotify On G...

Ray Estefania is a nationally recognized interventionist, clinical consultant and expert on substance use disorders. On this episode, Ray and I discuss the evolution and methodology of helping families to navigate this complex landscape.  Subscribe on Apple Podcasts On Spotify On Google Podcasts © Copyright 2022, Eric Bricker; Produced by Tom Gentry. Theme music composed and performed by Eric Bric...

Andrew Baker, Ph. D. is a psychotherapist, university professor, counselor educator and researcher. He is also the clinical director of the Comprehensive Wellness Center residential treatment center. On this episode of the Good Counsel Podcast, we discuss Andrew's published research into the science of therapuetic relationships between psychotherapists and their clients.  Subscribe on Apple Podcas...

*The Good Counsel Podcast is an exploration into the world of helping professionals from various disciplines and walks of life. The goal of the podcast is to discover the motivations and methodologies of these unique individuals in order to satisfy and arouse curiosity among members of the public who have an interest in this area of discussion. The intention of the Podcast is to incorporate a defi...