Psychology Talk Podcast

In the special episode of the Chicago Psychology Podcast, Kyle and Scott discuss what the scientific literature states are the best ways to cope during the COVID-19 pandemic. They review several articles from scientific journals and popular news sources. These are a springboard for discussing the current findings about mental health during the pandemic. What can we learn from what was discovered in China? How can we implement those findings? How is the pandemic effecting mental health in the US?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/psychology-talk-podcast--3571902/support.

In this special episode of the Chicago Psychology Podcast, Scott and Kyle use an article published by TIME, “Why People Are Panic Buying as Coronavirus Spreads” as a springboard to delve into the psychology behind COVID-19 pandemic and the emotional response. Scott and Kyle explore how different countries have handled the pandemic and how leadership response impacts citizen reactions as well as how lack of clarity causes a panic response. They also discuss how this is playing out in the therapy.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/psychology-talk-podcast--3571902/support.

Podcast, Dr. Hoye speaks with Dr. Barry Lee, Psy.D. Barry is a full-time professor at Olivet Nazarene College in Bourbonnais, IL. He is also a part-time psychologist in Watseka IL, at the Iroquois Mental Health Center, where he provides psychotherapy to the rural community. Barry discusses his work with rural communities as both a social worker and a psychologist. He also brings insight into his work as a psychology professor of forensic psychology and social work.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/psychology-talk-podcast--3571902/support.

On episode 45 of the Chicago Psychology Podcast, Dr. Hoye speaks with 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 therapeutic services.  Their Client Access Program (CAP) provides therapy services at a significantly reduced rate to under-resourced and under-insured individuals.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/psychology-talk-podcast--3571902/support.

In this special episode of the Chicago Psychology Podcast, Scott and Kyle discuss how the COVID-19 pandemic is affecting life for all of us.  They also explain ways to make more space, connect with others, and reduce anxiety while social distancing. Kyle and Scott explore how the practice of psychology and counseling is changing during this time for them and other practitioners.  We hope you find this episode to be informative and helpful as we all navigate this difficult time.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/psychology-talk-podcast--3571902/support.

In episode 43, Kyle talks with Dan Griffin. Dan is an author, 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. Dan shares with us his moving and formidable path to becoming a man, some of his own recovery journey, the most impactful findings in his research on men and relationships, and intriguing curricula that he will be releasing in the near future.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/psychology-talk-podcast--3571902/support.

On episode 42, Kyle and Scott sit down with Mike Vin-Opal, 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 fills speaks about the origins of Hope for the Day and the Sip of Hope coffee bar. He also discusses the outreach and educational mission, and his own mental health recovery story.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/psychology-talk-podcast--3571902/support.

On episode 41 of the Chicago Psychology Podcast Kyle Miller and Scott Hoye interview Jessica Mattingly, Psy. D. Jessica is a Licensed Psychologist in Hershey, PA. She is Assistant Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health at PennState College of Medicine.Jessica walks us through her life experiences that led to becoming a Psychologist, her history of experiences working as a mental health clinician, and her current work as a Psychologist using Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT).Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/psychology-talk-podcast--3571902/support.

Laura Clay,LCPC joins Dr. Hoye for Episode 40 of the Chicago Psychology Podcast. Laura has created I Grew Strong (IGrewString.com): an educational, coaching platform to help survivors of toxic relationships, learn and grow past their pain, and make better choices in future relationships. This interview explores I Grew Strong, the role of narcissists in relationships, and ways to survive those toxic experiences.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/psychology-talk-podcast--3571902/support.

On this episode 39 of the Chicago Psychology Podcast Dr.Hoye is joined by Cindy and Melanie Dillon, a licensed, clinical professional counselor. Cindy and Melanie discuss their work with ketamine therapists at the Neuroscience Center in Deerfield, IL. We dive deep into the process of ketamine assisted therapy, the comprehensive, integrative program at the Neuroscience Center, the center’s use of transcranial magnetic stimulation therapy with ketamine, and cannabis therapy.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/psychology-talk-podcast--3571902/support.