Scope of Practice

Philosophical Thunderdome! Abstinence Based vs. Moderation

The SUD industry is no stranger to competing perspectives and contentious viewpoints, and abstinence-based vs moderation models are the latest combatants in the philosophical sparring we have grown accustomed to.
We welcome Alexandra Plante, author of the SUDTerrainian Newsletter to the program to discuss what her investigation into the research has discovered. You can read the original article on her LinkedIn page.

”The Simple Truth Is Beauty That Hits Like A Sledgehammer” (Mark Twain)

Poiab Vue, a social worker from Minneapolis, MN joins the podcast to talk about some of the problematic views and behaviors many in therapeutic roles exhibit that limit our ability to be true changemakers. Tune in and listen to some examples that she recently listed in an eyebrow-raising LinkedIn posting.

”Hope Is A Waking Dream” - (Aristotle)

We start the new season with an interview with Jason Clawson, CMHC, whose own exposure to great loss, and with a child struggling with a difficult emotional experiences led to the development of two products designed to help those suffering find their own hope. We talk with Jason about both the Hope Kits and the Pretherapy Kit.

”You Gotta Do What You Gotta Do”

We finish our 4th season with a talk with Iran Nazario, Founder of the Peace Center of Connecticut, about his life, his work, and his book "Rage To Peace." You can learn more at Nazariomotivation.com

Recovery is _______________

William Stauffer, recovery historian and Executive Director of Pro-A in Pennsylvania, joins the podcast to talk about the messaging of the SUD industry.

”Do the Best You Can Until You Know Better”

The great American icon Maya Angelou once stated "do the best you can until you know better"...does this apply to people working in MMTP environments?
Dr. Kathleen Eggert joins the show to talk about her research measuring counselor attitudes about MMTP programming and patients that may be stigmatizing or even discriminatory. While we know these attitudes can exist, are they simply an outgrowth of the restrictive system itself?

Aftershock: A Discussion with Dr. Geri-Lynn Utter

We talk with clinical psychologist Dr. Geri-Lynn Utter about her new book, Aftershock and about clinical topics related to an individual's experience of trauma ad meeting people where they are at. Talking about the personal and professional aspects of trauma as only she can, you'll be informed and entertained.

A Workforce In Crisis

Our guest today advocates for systems change in the behavioral health space, not only to provide those individuals served with the best care possible, but to also promote the well being of those providing clinical services. Join me as I speak with Licensed Mental Health Counselor and change advocate Brittainy Lindsey as we discuss the crisis the workforce faces every day.

Defragmenting the Mind: An Introduction to Psychedelic Assisted Treatment

We talk with Peter Grayson, LCDP, Director of Addiction and Recovery at Nushama, a network of psychedelic wellness centers based in New York City, who gives us an introduction and overview into psychedelic assisted treatment for mental health and substance use disorders. It is paramount to note that this recording is not meant to be medical advice, strictly informational to those in the field with an interest in learning more.

Mining for Pathology: Trauma Overreach

We speak with Dr. Bob Lynn, national and international expert on trauma about the field's focus on past experiences and events, rather than on providing care for what the client presents in the session. Are we losing sight of treating clients "where they are at"?