

Psyched to Practice
Dr. Ray Christner and Paul Wagner
Join us as your hosts, Dr. Ray Christner and Paul Wagner, as we explore the far reaches of mental health and share this experience with you. We’re going to cover a wide variety of topics in and related to the field, as well as having experts share their findings and their passion for mental health. We look forward to taking this adventure with you and hope we can get you Psyched!“ Be well, and stay psyched!”
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May 5, 2023 • 57min
Living Psyched: Holding Your Own Board Meeting, Strategies for Executive Functioning
For more than 45 years, PAR has been publishing trusted assessment instruments that help their customers in the crucial work they perform every day. Their U.S.-based, company is a talented group of professionals who are guided by their desire to create tools that help their customers improve the lives of those they serve.To hear more and stay up to date with Paul Wagner, MS, LPC and Ray Christner, Psy.D., NCSP, ABPP visit our website at: http://www.psychedtopractice.com Please follow the link below to access all of our hosting sites. https://www.buzzsprout.com/2007098/share “Be well, and stay psyched" #mentalhealth #podcast #psychology #psychedtopractice #counseling #socialwork #MentalHealthAwareness #ClinicalPractice #mentalhealth #podcast

Apr 28, 2023 • 1h 13min
Masters in Practice: Cyberbullying and Technology Use w/ Youth with Dr. Dan Florell
Technology is a part of everyday life, and there is no population more affected than our youth. Ray and Paul had the opportunity to talk with Dr. Dan Florell about the impact technology use and specifically cyberbullying can have on this population. They explore the history behind both and how providers can support parents and children who may be struggling with cyberbullying or technology use. We hope you enjoy this Masters in Practice episode: Cyberbullying and Technology Use with Youth with Dr. Dan Florell.For more than 45 years, PAR has been publishing trusted assessment instruments that help their customers in the crucial work they perform every day. Their U.S.-based, company is a talented group of professionals who are guided by their desire to create tools that help their customers improve the lives of those they serve.To hear more and stay up to date with Paul Wagner, MS, LPC and Ray Christner, Psy.D., NCSP, ABPP visit our website at: http://www.psychedtopractice.com Please follow the link below to access all of our hosting sites. https://www.buzzsprout.com/2007098/share “Be well, and stay psyched" #mentalhealth #podcast #psychology #psychedtopractice #counseling #socialwork #MentalHealthAwareness #ClinicalPractice #mentalhealth #podcast

Apr 21, 2023 • 56min
Living Psyched: Executive Functioning Uncovered
Executive Functioning is a part of everyday life that allows us to activate, focus, regulate effort, manage our emotions, utilize memory, and direct action. With so many pieces Ray and Paul want to give a functional break down so that we can use this important concept in our everyday lives. They’ll walk through each aspect of Executive Functioning as well as the connections in between. We hope you this Living Psyched episode: Executive Functioning Uncovered. For more than 45 years, PAR has been publishing trusted assessment instruments that help their customers in the crucial work they perform every day. Their U.S.-based, company is a talented group of professionals who are guided by their desire to create tools that help their customers improve the lives of those they serve.To hear more and stay up to date with Paul Wagner, MS, LPC and Ray Christner, Psy.D., NCSP, ABPP visit our website at: http://www.psychedtopractice.com Please follow the link below to access all of our hosting sites. https://www.buzzsprout.com/2007098/share “Be well, and stay psyched" #mentalhealth #podcast #psychology #psychedtopractice #counseling #socialwork #MentalHealthAwareness #ClinicalPractice #mentalhealth #podcast

Apr 14, 2023 • 1h 7min
Master’s in Practice: Racism Related Stress with Dr. Ryan DeLapp
Racism Related Stress can play a significant role in the lives of BIPOC, and can be a key factor in making or breaking successful treatment outcomes. But, how can we as clinicians help support the individuals struggling with this? This is exactly what Ray and Paul hope to answer following the expertise and guidance of Dr. Ryan DeLapp in this Master’s in Practice episode. Ryan describes how his REACH UP model helps give clinicians an orientation to life that helps support and empower their BIPOC clients who are impacted by Racism Related Stress. We hope you enjoy this Master’s in Practice episode: Racism Related Stress with Dr. Ryan DeLapp.For more than 45 years, PAR has been publishing trusted assessment instruments that help their customers in the crucial work they perform every day. Their U.S.-based, company is a talented group of professionals who are guided by their desire to create tools that help their customers improve the lives of those they serve.To hear more and stay up to date with Paul Wagner, MS, LPC and Ray Christner, Psy.D., NCSP, ABPP visit our website at: http://www.psychedtopractice.com Please follow the link below to access all of our hosting sites. https://www.buzzsprout.com/2007098/share “Be well, and stay psyched" #mentalhealth #podcast #psychology #psychedtopractice #counseling #socialwork #MentalHealthAwareness #ClinicalPractice #mentalhealth #podcast

Apr 7, 2023 • 41min
Practice in Action: A Crash Course in Generalization
Therapy is a great space to develop skills and challenge mindsets… so we’re good to stop there, right? If only. This week Ray and Paul discuss the very important step that comes after skill development: Generalizing. They discuss their processes for helping clients take what’s being worked on in the therapy office and applying it into everyday life with diverse environments- to make the biggest difference. Please enjoy this Practice in Action episode: A Crash Course in Generalization. For more than 45 years, PAR has been publishing trusted assessment instruments that help their customers in the crucial work they perform every day. Their U.S.-based, company is a talented group of professionals who are guided by their desire to create tools that help their customers improve the lives of those they serve.To hear more and stay up to date with Paul Wagner, MS, LPC and Ray Christner, Psy.D., NCSP, ABPP visit our website at: http://www.psychedtopractice.com Please follow the link below to access all of our hosting sites. https://www.buzzsprout.com/2007098/share “Be well, and stay psyched" #mentalhealth #podcast #psychology #psychedtopractice #counseling #socialwork #MentalHealthAwareness #ClinicalPractice #mentalhealth #podcast

Mar 31, 2023 • 1h 16min
Masters in Practice: Supporting Children with Low Academic Achievement with Dr. Steven Shaw
What if we told you there is a population that makes up roughly 16-20% of students, and it’s one that we don’t acknowledge or provide adequate support for. These children are ones who fall into the gap between normative academic achievement and meeting requirements for special needs support. This week Ray and Paul have the pleasure of talking with Dr. Steven Shaw on this topic and reviewing his new book: Reaching and Teaching Students Who Don’t Qualify For Special Education, Strategies For The Inclusive Education Of Diverse Learners. With the plethora of valuable information, we were only able to discuss two of his chapters on Executive Functioning and Academic Motivation. We hope that you take away as much as we did in this Masters in Practice episode: Supporting Children with Low Academic Achievement with Dr. Steven Shaw. For more than 45 years, PAR has been publishing trusted assessment instruments that help their customers in the crucial work they perform every day. Their U.S.-based, company is a talented group of professionals who are guided by their desire to create tools that help their customers improve the lives of those they serve.To hear more and stay up to date with Paul Wagner, MS, LPC and Ray Christner, Psy.D., NCSP, ABPP visit our website at: http://www.psychedtopractice.com Please follow the link below to access all of our hosting sites. https://www.buzzsprout.com/2007098/share “Be well, and stay psyched" #mentalhealth #podcast #psychology #psychedtopractice #counseling #socialwork #MentalHealthAwareness #ClinicalPractice #mentalhealth #podcast

Mar 24, 2023 • 1h
Practice in Action: Case Conceptualization, What is it Good For, Absolutely Everything Pt. 2
For more than 45 years, PAR has been publishing trusted assessment instruments that help their customers in the crucial work they perform every day. Their U.S.-based, company is a talented group of professionals who are guided by their desire to create tools that help their customers improve the lives of those they serve.To hear more and stay up to date with Paul Wagner, MS, LPC and Ray Christner, Psy.D., NCSP, ABPP visit our website at: http://www.psychedtopractice.com Please follow the link below to access all of our hosting sites. https://www.buzzsprout.com/2007098/share “Be well, and stay psyched" #mentalhealth #podcast #psychology #psychedtopractice #counseling #socialwork #MentalHealthAwareness #ClinicalPractice #mentalhealth #podcast

Mar 17, 2023 • 58min
Live! Practice in Action: Decoding the Mysteries Behind Our Kids
For more than 45 years, PAR has been publishing trusted assessment instruments that help their customers in the crucial work they perform every day. Their U.S.-based, company is a talented group of professionals who are guided by their desire to create tools that help their customers improve the lives of those they serve.To hear more and stay up to date with Paul Wagner, MS, LPC and Ray Christner, Psy.D., NCSP, ABPP visit our website at: http://www.psychedtopractice.com Please follow the link below to access all of our hosting sites. https://www.buzzsprout.com/2007098/share “Be well, and stay psyched" #mentalhealth #podcast #psychology #psychedtopractice #counseling #socialwork #MentalHealthAwareness #ClinicalPractice #mentalhealth #podcast

Mar 10, 2023 • 34min
Practice in Action: Case Conceptualization, What is it Good For, Absolutely Everything Pt.1
Case Conceptualization… what even is it? Why is it important? These two questions are what Ray and Paul seek to answer in today’s episode. They discuss the underlying principles that drive this important process, what the benefits are when it is done well, and visit a tailor in cheap suits. Please enjoy this Practice in Action episode: Case Conceptualization- What is it Good For? Absolutely Everything!Updated link for download: https://www.psychedtopractice.com/course/case-conceptualizationFor more than 45 years, PAR has been publishing trusted assessment instruments that help their customers in the crucial work they perform every day. Their U.S.-based, company is a talented group of professionals who are guided by their desire to create tools that help their customers improve the lives of those they serve.To hear more and stay up to date with Paul Wagner, MS, LPC and Ray Christner, Psy.D., NCSP, ABPP visit our website at: http://www.psychedtopractice.com Please follow the link below to access all of our hosting sites. https://www.buzzsprout.com/2007098/share “Be well, and stay psyched" #mentalhealth #podcast #psychology #psychedtopractice #counseling #socialwork #MentalHealthAwareness #ClinicalPractice #mentalhealth #podcast

Mar 3, 2023 • 26min
Living Psyched: Tik Tok You Don’t Stop
Tik Tok… whether you love it or hate it, it’s here to stay. So how do we adapt to the world of Tik Tok and work to get the most out of it? That’s what Ray and Paul seek to answer. They discuss their prior reservations with using the platform, what changed their minds, and the benefits of the platform for the future. Also, they may have made a Tik Tok! So swipe up and listen to this Living Psyched episode: Tik Tok You Don’t Stop. For more than 45 years, PAR has been publishing trusted assessment instruments that help their customers in the crucial work they perform every day. Their U.S.-based, company is a talented group of professionals who are guided by their desire to create tools that help their customers improve the lives of those they serve.To hear more and stay up to date with Paul Wagner, MS, LPC and Ray Christner, Psy.D., NCSP, ABPP visit our website at: http://www.psychedtopractice.com Please follow the link below to access all of our hosting sites. https://www.buzzsprout.com/2007098/share “Be well, and stay psyched" #mentalhealth #podcast #psychology #psychedtopractice #counseling #socialwork #MentalHealthAwareness #ClinicalPractice #mentalhealth #podcast


