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Join Steve Bisson, LMHC as he unravels the complexities of therapy and counseling. Engage in straightforward dialogues, enriched with insights from special guests sharing a like-minded perspective. Each episode presents valuable, easy-to-digest information designed to help you perceive therapy, and those who partake in it, in a grounding, relatable manner.
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What if understanding the unspoken language of therapy could revolutionize your healing process? In this reverse episode, your guides, Lisa Mustard, from the podcast "The Therapy Show" , and I take you on a fascinating journey through the world of therapy. Our candid conversations aim to demystify the intricacies of therapy, from recognizing your g…
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We're diving deeper into last Sunday's sermon "Calling All Neurotics: Life, Love & the Law" on Nathan Guy's series titled One Sermon that Changed the World. Notes for the series can be found here: https://nathanguy.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/LivingSermonMount-Full-Class-Booklet.pdfBy West Side Church of Christ
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Are you ready to embark on a journey of wisdom, growth and self-discovery? This episode, we're joined by the ‘mental men’ - Pat Rice, Dr. Robert Cherney, Dennis Sweeney, and Andrew Kang - four inspiring mentors who share their experiences and insights as psychotherapists. We converse about their diverse career trajectories and their perspectives on…
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We're diving deeper into last Sunday's sermon "Reign or Shine" on Nathan Guy's series titled One Sermon that Changed the World. Notes for the series can be found here: https://nathanguy.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/LivingSermonMount-Full-Class-Booklet.pdfBy West Side Church of Christ
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You won't want to miss our eye-opening chat with Maegan Visconti, the former dancer who danced her way into the world of dance movement therapy. Let her inspiring journey move you as she leaps fearlessly into the trials and triumphs of launching her own private practice - all while juggling wedding planning and house hunting. Find out how she copes…
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Hosted by Steve Mascord | Powered by Hot Metal magazine | hotmetalmag.com | Friend of the show Tim Henwood from Palace of the King is our guest co-host as we talk KISS, Guns N'Roses and his new single "Down On Your Luck". Thumbs up or down for "Perhaps" by Guns N'Roses? Then it's into the interviews: Conny Bloom of Electric Boys, Sven Dirkschneider…
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We're diving deeper into last Sunday's sermon "The School of Christ" on Nathan Guy's series titled One Sermon that Changed the World. Notes for the series can be found here: https://nathanguy.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/LivingSermonMount-Full-Class-Booklet.pdfBy West Side Church of Christ
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Ever felt the grip of overwhelming stress after a traumatic event? On today's episode, your host Steve Bisson walks you through his own personal journey of healing from a distressing flight experience, offering a raw and authentic view into his emotional world post-incident. Tune in as Steve discusses his six-month progress, shedding light on his c…
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Picture this: You're a first responder, racing against the clock to save lives, and the stress, trauma, and emotional toll are building up. How do you cope? This episode features a frank, heart-to-heart discussion with Jay Ball, a sergeant with the Framingham Police Department, and Brian Harkins, a firefighter in Stoughton, Massachusetts, who brave…
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We're diving deeper into last Sunday's sermon "The School of Christ" on Nathan Guy's series titled One Sermon that Changed the World. Notes for the series can be found here: https://nathanguy.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/LivingSermonMount-Full-Class-Booklet.pdfBy West Side Church of Christ
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Who says learning can't be made insightful, gripping, and transformative? That's what we aim to embody in every episode, and this particular conversation with Gina Moffa, a New York-based grief and trauma-informed therapist, is no exception. Gina's journey, evolving from a keen interest in international relations and human behavior to becoming a gr…
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Does the rhythm of our emotions dance to the tune of our body movements? Could dance be the language that helps you connect to your deepest emotions? Meet our fabulous guest Maegan Garvey, a seasoned mental health counselor and a board-certified dance movement therapist, who shares her remarkable journey in the unique field combining dance and ther…
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Join us as we embark on an enlightening journey with Chris McDonald, a fellow PsychCraft Network podcaster, holistic therapist, yogi meditation teacher, and author. Our conversation delves into the captivating world of holistic therapy, its intersection with traditional practices, and how it aids in achieving mental resolution and growth. An advoca…
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Imagine not only surviving the horrific experience of childhood rape but also courageously seeking justice for that crime. Our guest, Lynn Kee, brings us into her world as she shares the daunting realities of this journey, and the shocking revelation that justice doesn't always pave the way for healing. Our candid discussion with Lynn exposes the s…
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We're privileged to have an extraordinary guest on our show, Lynn Kee, who makes the brave decision to share her life's most challenging experiences. Lynn, a survivor of childhood sexual trauma, offers a chilling recount of her ordeal, unfolding her family's struggle as they grappled with the aftermath of her trauma. Coupled with her own healing jo…
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Are you ready to unravel the mysteries of the mind and reimagine the way we perceive mental health? Together with Dennis Sweeney, Dr. Robert Cherney, Andrew Kang and the ever-engaging Pat Rice, we're embarking on a journey, mining for powerful insights from their transformative experiences. These four luminaries, affectionately known as the Mental …
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Ever sat in a plane, heart pounding as chaos unfolds around you? Imagine my surprise when a routine flight from LA to Boston morphed into a terrifying ordeal. Join me as I recount an incident involving a disturbed passenger and talk about the emotional turmoil it brought upon me. Despite the panic, it was remarkable to witness the courage of the br…
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Do you ever wonder how therapists manage their own mental health while helping others? Join us for a captivating conversation with Gordon Brewer, a licensed marriage and family therapist and creator of the PsychCraft Network. In this enlightening episode, we explore the importance of therapists engaging in therapy themselves, the concept of vicario…
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What an incredible journey it has been throughout Season 8 of Finding Your Way Through Therapy! We kicked off with Michelle LaReau-Alves discussing the often-taboo topic of sex therapy, and finished strong with a powerful conversation on change. Join us as we take a trip down memory lane, reminiscing about some of the most memorable conversations a…
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Ever felt like you're spinning your wheels when it comes to personal growth and change? Wondering how therapy can help you navigate the winding roads of life? Join us as we demystify the role of therapy in facilitating change and the importance of taking ownership of your own growth. We'll dive into various tools and techniques therapists offer the…
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What does it take to overcome substance use, find peace through mindfulness, and create connections that transcend regional boundaries? Join us as we chat with the two hosts of the podcast "laughing Without Liquor" , Lane Kennedy and Tamar Medford, who share their insights on sobriety, mental health, and the power of community. Discover the fascina…
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Hosted by Steve Mascord | Powered by Hot Metal magazine | hotmetalmag.com | Friend of the show Rusty Brown joins us to talk new Electric Mary song "The Dealer" and then we launch into interviews with Ray Ahn of the Hard-Ons, Skenie from The Poor and ex-Angels bassist James Morley | | SUPPORT US ON PATREON https://patreon.com/whitelinefever | and | …
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In this episode, we welcome two firefighters, a returning guest Eric Knox, as well as a new guest, Brian Harkins. They discuss how the support system for mental health for firefighters, including peers, health care providers, as well as family. Brian and Eric explain why it can be isolating to do their jobs despite having many colleagues on your sh…
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In this episode, Pat and Muunie discuss all things spiritual, as well as their experience on the podcast. They also discuss depression, their "go to" words when they speak to their clients, how grief work is essential for all coaching and therapy. They also are very complimentary of the host (I blushed). YouTube Channel For The Podcast Coaching Pro…
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In the actual episode for my 100th episode, Susan Roggendorf and Stephanie Simpson meet for the first time. They are semi-regular guests and wanted to talk about their experience on the podcast, what they have liked about their experience and they end up discussing other topics, including shame, expectations, suicidality, leadership, among many oth…
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In this solo episode, you get to hear my unfiltered thoughts about my podcast, including the good that has come out, the friends I have made, how to listen, my best collaborator, the listeners, and everything else about creating and evolving a podcast. And I shoutout to the PsychCraft Network. I also get a little emotional. YouTube Channel For The …
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In this first episode of the week of my 100th episode, Bill Dwinnells and Courtney Romanowski meet for the first time, despite knowing of each other. They discuss how they have been in the field, how they also feel some classes are missing from the curriculum at masters level program. They also discuss enjoying their experience on the podcast, and …
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Hosted by Steve Mascord | Powered by Hot Metal magazine | hotmetalmag.com | The second show under our new format with the triple threat himself, Frankies legend Dave Eastgate, co-hosting. Plus old-school interviews with Ripper Owens, Kenny Leckremo of Heat and Neal Schon from Journey!| | SUPPORT US ON PATREON https://patreon.com/whitelinefever | an…
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In this episode, my former supervisor Sarah Cloud comes on and discusses her relationship with me, how we worked together, but more importantly, the change that needs to occur in the substance use world so that we can discuss treatment in a different way, navigating the ressources effectively, the stigma that the medical world can also impose on su…
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In this episode, I talk to Gordon Brewer. He talks about how he decided to become a therapist, his upbringing, his family, as well as his highly successful PsychCraft Network, which I joined a few weeks ago. Gordon also talks about neurology and how it relates to the brain. I truly enjoyed our conversation on spirituality, starting a business of an…
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In this episode, we speak to Pavel Ythjall. His story brings you through a slew of emotions, from sadness, to anger, to surprise, to hope, and everywhere in between. His emotional story was so awe-inspiring, it brought tears to my eyes. A tragic accident on the way to a Christmas party changed Pavel and Kat's lives forever. After just a year of mar…
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In this episode, I follow up on my emotions 1 month after the flight. I received many emails, texts, and supportive messages so I only thought it would be fair for me to tell you what has happened since that episode. I really want to continue to be authentic on my podcast and you validated my methods of being...well just me! YouTube Channel For The…
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In this episode, Michele Lareau-Alves discusses her journey in therapy, from her own work on self, to her current work as a certified sex therapist. Over the years Michele has cultivated an approach that reinforces the need for joy, pleasure and a sense of wellbeing in life; and where mindfulness and wellness are foundational. Her work as a relatio…
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Powered by Hot Metal magazine | hotmetalmag.com | THE FIRST EPISODE OF OUR NEW ERA! We talk the exciting new merger between Hot Metal and Loud Online with the latter's managing editor Brian Giffin, who also discusses his recent conversation-starting Rose Tattoo gig review. Plus old-school interviews with Guernica Mancini, Ruyter Suys and Simon Wrig…
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I had a tough time to choose this season but went with Brad Cohen. His authenticity, his openness, his honesty all came through during the interview. He also received many praises from other in corrections for his appearance on the podcast. Brad Cowen worked at the Department of Corrections in Massachusetts for over 34 years. Brad worked his way up…
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This was the most downloaded episode of the season. Amy Teumer talked about great stuff and I think our chemistry really stood out to my listeners. In this episode, I speak to my business coach Amy Teumer. Amy also is a therapist, a perinatal mental health counselor. She has developed the Mom Boss Life Academy. Amy talks about her work in private p…
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This is the traditional episode where I review the current season, which guests came on the podcast, my own solo episodes and what you can go back and listen. I enjoyed this season, as we had diverse subjects: recovery, coaching, movement/expressive therapy, first responders, attachment style, embracing the suck, and correctional staff. It was a ve…
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I decided to record a special episode due to a recent situation in my own life. I was on a flight from Los Angeles to Boston where a man threatened to take over the flight. I described the event that occurred, my thoughts on the subject, and trying to normalize that therapists also can be affected by situations, which brings back the past and other…
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In this episode, we talk with Marc Sholes, a therapist in New York City. He has 35+ years of experience helping people get healthy, tidy up their world, and straighten out their lives. He wrote a book called "Resetting Your Romantic GPS" which talks about attachment style and how it plays a factor in the partner you seek. During the interview, we t…
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In this episode, I talked about my journey to get my Masters at Assumption University in why I do not see children or family at this time despite my specialty. Cognitive-behavioral therapy is briefly discuss and how it has impacted me since age 16. I also talked about my internship and the realization I made there. I also go in-depth in regards to …
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In this episode, we finally get to talk to a firefighter, Eric Knox, along with regular contributors/guests Katelyn Dehey and Jay Ball. We talk about the unique challenges, including how they are perceived in the community, how they perceive each other, stereotypes, both true and false ones, schedules, cultural challenges, as well as discussing the…
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In this episode, we have three returning guests, Courtney Romanowski, Muunie aka Morgan Beard , and Stephanie Simpson. All three were part of my favorite interviews of 2022. As soon as they were on the podcast at different times, it became important to get them all together for an interview. All three have expressive therapies and methods in common…
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In this episode, I continue the conversation about my first steps in the United States, including the language, the types of programs I worked in, as well as the loneliness of moving to a different country. I also discuss the relationships I developed with people to get out of my isolation, and my favorite work in social services: the crisis team. …
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In this episode, we meet Dr. Neeta Bhushan, author of the new book : "That Sucked: Now What?". Neeta discusses mental toughness and how people survive these moments and their common characteristics. She also shares personal stories, including her family, particularly losing her mother to cancer. She used this loss as a way to demonstrate how we can…
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In this episode, we talk to Brad Cowen who worked at the Department of Corrections in Massachusetts for over 34 years. Brad worked his way up through uniform ranks, entering a management position after 20 years. He discusses what he saw from a staff perspective, how difficult it is to discuss issues, including vicarious trauma, institutional trauma…
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In this episode, you learn about your host Steve Bisson. I talk about my first traumatic event at age 12, how it drove me to become a guy who sits and listens to people for a living at this point. I talk my education process, as well as the struggles to find a job in my field of work, which leads me to move to the United States and eventually just …
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In this episode, I speak to my business coach Amy Teumer. Amy also is a therapist, a perinatal mental health counselor. She has developed the Mom Boss Life Academy. Amy talks about her work in private practice, how she identified her priorities and how she follows through her needs, while taking into account the hard balance of work, family, and se…
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Powered by Hot Metal magazine | hotmetalmag.com | NEVER AGAIN! From now on, White Line Fever will be a one-hour show posted more regularly. On a laptop like mine, files this big are hard to edit and save. Enjoy the last-ever full-service WLF! Jay Jay French of Twisted Sister, Kenny Lockremo from H.E.A.T, AC/DC's Simon Wright, Ripper Owens of Judas …
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