The psychological impact of military service is well known but less understood. Every Tuesday, join combat veteran and clinical mental health counselor Duane France as he interviews mental health professionals, veterans, and those who support them about mental health and wellness. If you want to und…
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Author Matt Green shares his unique perspective as an embedded reporter with U.S. troops in Iraq, as well as his observations from working with returning British veterans. He has spent the past 14 years working as a correspondent for the Financial Times and Reuters and has reported from more than 30 countries, most recently Afghanistan and Pakistan, where he investigated subjects including the money men bankrolling the Taliban and the kingpins behind Pakistan's heroin trade.
On today’s episode, veteran and mental health advocate Maureen Elias joins the show to talk about legislative and community advocacy for suicide prevention.
On today’s episode, veteran and mental health advocate Maureen Elias joins the show to talk about legislative and community advocacy for suicide prevention.
On today’s episode, veteran and chief executive officer Bobby Herrera joins the show to talk about his book, The Gift of Struggle, and more importantly about the need to finding purpose and meaning in life through helping others after learning lessons from our own struggles
On today’s episode, veteran and chief executive officer Bobby Herrera joins the show to talk about his book, The Gift of Struggle, and more importantly about the need to finding purpose and meaning in life through helping others after learning lessons from our own struggles.
On today’s episode, The vice president of community partnerships at the Cohen Veterans Network, Dr. Caitlin Thompson, joins the show to talk about the public health approach to suicide prevention and the need for community providers to partner with providers in the Department of Defense and the Department of Veterans Affairs to service the military affiliated population, which means all veterans.
On today’s episode, The vice president of community partnerships at the Cohen Veterans Network, Dr. Caitlin Thompson, joins the show to talk about the public health approach to suicide prevention and the need for community providers to partner with providers in the Department of Defense and the Department of Veterans Affairs to service the military affiliated population, which means all veterans
On today’s episode, Law enforcement officer, military spouse, and caregiver Shawn Moore shares the very personal and compelling story of the day she successfully intervened in her husband’s suicide attempt and how she’s turned that into a mission to help other family members and caregivers take care of each other by having courageous conversations
On today’s episode, Law enforcement officer, military spouse, and caregiver Shawn Moore shares the very personal and compelling story of the day she successfully intervened in her husband’s suicide attempt and how she’s turned that into a mission to help other family members and caregivers take care of each other by having courageous conversations
On this episode, Duane has a conversation with a courageous veteran and military spouse, Annette Whittenberger. Annette has been open and honest about her experiences with mental health and transition out of the Army.
On this episode, Duane has a conversation with a courageous veteran and military spouse, Annette Whittenberger. Annette has been open and honest about her experiences with mental health and transition out of the Army.
On today’s episode, Duane has a great conversation with two-time veteran Aaron Hale, a veteran of both the Navy and the Army. Aaron’s story is one of persistence, resilience, and thriving in spite of the limitations he has instead of simply surviving because of them.
On today’s episode, Duane has a great conversation with two-time veteran Aaron Hale, a veteran of both the Navy and the Army. Aaron’s story is one of persistence, resilience, and thriving in spite of the limitations he has instead of simply surviving because of them.
In recognition of Suicide Prevention Month, Duane's guest is Dr. Shauna Springer, Senior Director of Suicide Prevention Initiatives, Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors
Welcome to episode 144 of the Head Space and Timing Podcast. In recognition of Suicide Prevention Month, Duane's guest is Dr. Shauna Springer, Senior Director of Suicide Prevention Initiatives, Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors
On episode 143 of the Head Space and Timing Podcast, Duane has a conversation with a fellow veteran, Dr. Nick C. Cicchino. Dr. Nick is a two-time veteran having served in both the US Air Force and the US Navy. Nick is the Chief Knowledge Facilitator (CKF) at Master Achievers Training and Consulting. He has an amazing story of adversity, hardship, and catastrophe; he is an example of how to emerge from hardship stronger and more resilient than ever.
A bonus episode of the Head Space and Timing podcast commemorating the events of 9/11/01. In this show, we share an episode of the Changing Hearts and Minds podcast where Duane and the CHM Host, Green Beret Jeff Adamec, talk about one of the many heroes of that day
On episode 143 of the Head Space and Timing Podcast, Duane has a conversation with a fellow veteran, Dr. Nick C. Cicchino. Dr. Nick is a two-time veteran having served in both the US Air Force and the US Navy. Nick is the Chief Knowledge Facilitator (CKF) at Master Achievers Training and Consulting. He has an amazing story of adversity, hardship, and catastrophe; he is an example of how to emerge from hardship stronger and more resilient than ever.
In this episode of the Head Space and Timing Podcast, Duane has a conversation with a colleague in a couple of different domains, both as a clinical mental health counselor and a fellow technology advocate and content creator. Dr. Julie Kinn oversees development and implementation of health technology for the military and veteran communities for the Defense Health Agency, and they have a great conversation about using technology to enhance our understanding and delivery of mental health and wellness support
In this episode of the Head Space and Timing Podcast, Duane I has a conversation with a colleague in a couple of different domains, both as a clinical mental health counselor and a fellow technology advocate and content creator. Dr. Julie Kinn oversees development and implementation of health technology for the military and veteran communities for the Defense Health Agency, and they have a great conversation about using technology to enhance our understanding and delivery of mental health and wellness support
On this episode, Duane has a conversation with a clinical mental health professional of nearly forty years, Retired Army Colonel Kathy Platoni. She served as an Army Psychologist for over three decades and continues this work in her post-military life. She and I talk about healing from trauma of all kinds, and continuing to help our service members, veterans, and their families find a place of healing and peace.
On this episode, Duane has a conversation with a clinical mental health professional of nearly forty years, Retired Army Colonel Kathy Platoni. She served as an Army Psychologist for over three decades and continues this work in her post-military life. She and I talk about healing from trauma of all kinds, and continuing to help our service members, veterans, and their families find a place of healing and peace.
On episode 140, Duane has a conversation with the founder of the Veterans Yoga Project, Dr. Daniel J. Libby. Daniel talks about mindfulness, meditation, yoga, and how it can truly change the lives of those veterans who try it out and find that it works for them.
On episode 140, Duane has a conversation with the founder of the Veterans Yoga Project, Dr. Daniel J. Libby. Daniel talks about mindfulness, meditation, yoga, and how it can truly change the lives of those veterans who try it out and find that it works for them.
Today's show is a conversation with veteran, author, and expert on the psychological impact of combat and military service, LTC Dave Grossman. We talk about Dr. Grossman’s goal to help educate the public and service members and first responders about the psychology of combat.
Today, I have a conversation with veteran, author, and expert on the psychological impact of combat and military service, Lieutenant Colonel Dave Grossman. We talk about Lieutenant Colonel Grossman’s goal to help educate the public and service members and first responders about the psychology of combat.
Duane has a conversation with combat veteran and author Donleigh Gaunky about his efforts to impact the way that policy makers think and talk about the veteran suicide epidemic
Duane has a conversation with combat veteran and author Donleigh Gaunky about his efforts to impact the way that policy makers think and talk about the veteran suicide epidemic
On today’s show, Duane has a conversation with combat veteran and bestselling author Karl Marlantes. His book, Matterhorn, was described by Sebastian Junger as one of the most profound and devastating novels ever to come out of Vietnam—or any war. His companion book, What it is like to go to war, is his personal look at what war experience is like.
Today's show is a summary of Duane's conversation with Karl Marlantes, combat veteran and New York Times Bestselling Author of Matterhorn.
Don McCasland, a retired Army Noncommissioned Officer and combat veteran, shares how he became a clinical mental health counselor after his service
Don McCasland, a retired Army Noncommissioned Officer and combat veteran, shares how he became a clinical mental health counselor after his service
A short preview of Episode 135 with author and historian Dr. David Kieran and his latest book, Signature Wounds: The Untold Story of the Military's Mental Health Crisis
Dr. David Kieran is an author, professor and historian who specializes in the history of modern warfare. On today's episode, we talk about his latest book, Signature Wounds: The Untold History of the Military's Mental Health Crisis
Barry Zworestine, a combat veteran of the Rhodesian Bush War in modern day Zimbabwe, joins the show to talk about the similarities between Australian veterans and U.S. veterans.
A conversation with the executive director of Team Red, White and Blue, JJ Pinter. In this episode, we talk about how Team RWB is paying attention to the psychological benefits of their organization as well as the physical wellness aspect.
Today's show is a conversation with Dr. Arie T. Greenleaf, an assistant professor at Seattle University. We talk about a program called Veterans Vision Fast and how to use native American ceremonial healing rituals to help veterans reintegrate into their community.
Today’s show is part of an ongoing intermittent series highlighting the partners of the Warrior Wellness Alliance. I have a conversation with Dr. Sheila Rauch of The Emory Healthcare Veterans Program, part of the Warrior Care Network, a program of the Wounded Warrior Project.
Marine Corps Veteran and San Antonio Police Department officer Joseph Smarro joins the show to talk bout the intersection between veteran and first responder mental health, and the efforts that they're taking to make a difference in their community.
This month, we’re talking about the intersection between first responder and veteran mental health, the Emory Healthcare Veterans Program, Native American ceremonial healing, Team Red White and Blue, The similarities between Australian and American veteran mental health, A couple of newly released books and insights about veteran mental health from authors David Kieran and Karl Marlantes, and another combat veteran who became a clinical mental health counselor after their retirement, like me.
This episode is a conversation with Dr. Keita Franklin, the National Director of Suicide Prevention for the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Office of Mental Health and Suicide Prevention. Dr. Franklin and her team are focused not just on intervening when a veteran is considering taking their own life, but on putting measures in place to prevent veteran suicide. We talk about the need for education and advocacy in both the provider community and communities at large.
Green Beret Eric Burleson joins the show to talk about his book, Separating From Service: The Mental Health Handbook. Eric’s not a mental health professional, but he recognizes that service members have the responsibility to step up and take the lead in discussing mental health and wellness.
On this episode of the Head Space and Timing Podcast, Navy Veteran and President and CEO of Student Veterans of America, Jared Lyon, joins the show to talk about student veterans using education to find success in post-military life
On this episode of the Head Space and Timing Podcast, U.S. Air Force combat pilot and wellness expert Dr. Jannell MacAulay joins the show to talk about positive mindset and mental fitness
Today's show is a conversation with Navy SEAL Eric Gleeson about his new book, Taking Point: A Navy SEAL’s 10 fail safe principles for leading through change. We have a great conversation, not just about his book, but about his transition out of the military and how he and the organizations he’s involved with are addressing mental health, wellness, and the suicide epidemic.
On today’s show, we talk about the Week to Change Direction, a week of action and advocacy for organizations that want to make an impact o the way that we talk about mental health. To highlight this, today’s conversation is with the Founder and President of Give An Hour, Barbara Van Dahlen
We have the pleasure of sharing a conversation I had with basketball hall of famer, co-founder of the NBA’s Orlando Magic, and author of over 100 books. Pat’s latest book, Character Carved in Stone, is about highlighting the values carved in stone benches at the United States Military Academy at West Point.
This week's episode is a preview show that’s going to give you a quick peek into what we have coming up. We’ve got authors, mental health professionals, mental health professionals who have become authors, authors who are vetearns, the leader of the larges nonprofit serving student veterans in the united states, and the head of the Dpeartment of Veterans Affairs Suicide Prevention Program.
Army Veteran Kimberly Franco joins the show to talk about her organization, One Common Bond, and it's efforts to impact veteran suicide through training and education
Clinical Psychologist Dr. Jessica B. Stern joins the show to talk about Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Veterans Michael and Kelly Rodriguez join the show to talk about the Global War on Terrorism Memorial Foundation.