UNBOUND: Saybrook Insights with President Nathan Long

Join me and Dr. Youngblood as we discuss the importance of integrative nutrition to health and well-being and how it applies to various groups of Americans, including our beloved veterans. Not to be missed! 

A new episode worth every minute of listening, Dr. Amos sheds light on the myths and realities of functional medicine and nutrition, better living, and the various research informing her practice. Check it out! 

Join me and Chris as we untangle various aspects of existential therapies and its applications in the therapy room. You'll find that this approach may have tremendous benefits for a diverse array of clients. Check it out. 

Tune in for this not-to-be-missed episode featuring Dr. James Gordon, the President of The Center for Mind-Body Medicine and Founding Dean of Saybrook's own College of Integrative Medicine and Health Sciences. We had an incredible conversation on his work, the future of integrative health, and how we build greater access for all. 

Saybrook University Degree Program: MA Counseling and PhD Counselor Education & SupervisionModality: Virtual with In-Person Residential Experiences (Residential Learning Experiences)Department Chair: Dr. Jennifer Preston Dr. Jennifer Preston, our esteemed Department Chair for the Counseling programs at Saybrook University, joined me in this excellent episode in which she describes a bit of her background, delves into the essential aspects of the Counseling profession, and details about our degree programs (both CACREP accredited). An excellent episode, especially for those seeking to make a difference in mental health. Learn more about our Counseling program at Saybrook University by clicking here.

Saybrook University Degree Program: Clinical Psychology, Ph.D.Modality: Virtual with In-Person Residential ExperiencesDepartment Chair: Dr. Theopia JacksonStretching all the way back to June 2020, this Saybrook Insights episode features Dr. Theopia Jackson, who offers our most extended and most downloaded interview on Saybrook Insights. She offers incredible insights highlighting her passion, dedication, and commitment to the field and her work at Saybrook and in the community. In addition to covering the Clinical Psychology program, we dive deep into social justice topics, as we were shoulder-deep in the pandemic and just learning about the very traumatic death of George Floyd. Included below are show notes from that episode.Learn more about our Clinical Psychology program at Saybrook University by clicking here. -----Show Notes from June 2020Dr. Jackson (Department Chair, Clinical Psychology at Saybrook University) offers brilliant, powerful observations which serve as key lessons for how we journey together through these extraordinary, challenging times. Our hour-and-a-half covered a range of topics from humanistic psychology, COVID-19, race, and social justice.Listen. Learn. Be part of the solution… Boldly stand up! To learn more about Saybrook University, visit us online at www.saybrook.edu.About Dr. JacksonTheopia Jackson, Ph.D. received her master's degree in clinical psychology from Howard University, Washington, D.C. and doctorate from the Wright Institute in Berkeley, California. She has held several leadership roles in higher education. She is currently the Department Chair for Clinical Psychology in the Department Clinical Psychology at Saybrook University in Pasadena, California. Dr. Jackson is a licensed clinical psychologist with having served at UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland; she practiced in the Healthy Hearts program, Department of Psychiatry, and Comprehensive Sickle Cell Center. In addition, she is the President for The Association of Black Psychologists, Inc. (ABPsi) and past president for the Bay Area chapter. Her other professional affiliations include membership in the Association of Family Therapists of Northern California (co-founding member of the Cultural Accountability Committee), American Psychological Association (Division 32 Society for Humanistic Psychology: Member-at-Large), California Psychological Association (Chair: Division VII Diversity and Social Justice; Member: CARE Committee), and Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.She has also served on the medical advisory council for Baykids Studios and the Sickle Cell Community Advisory Council (SCCAC). Dr. Jackson has a long history of providing child, adolescent, and family therapy services, specializing in serving populations coping with chronic illness and complex trauma. She is an accomplished scholar-practitioner and educator who provides cultural competency workshops, seminars, and consultations. She has been invited to participate on several national and local California initiatives intended to establish integrative health care that is culturally-attuned and linguistically responsive.Dr. Jackson is a lifelong learner who believes that community wisdom shapes and shapes professional knowledge. She and her husband of 30+ years are the proud parents of three children, her best teachers! Honoring culturally affirming spiritual healing of creativity, social justice, and resilience, Dr

In this episode, Saybrook University faculty offer inspiring ideas, sage wisdom,  and practical advice about the work they and their students do in pursuit of the humanistic mission that guides the institution. We invite you to listen/watch these amazing professionals who have dedicated their lives to advancing the health and well-being of our communities. Learn more at Saybrook.Edu. 

Our numerous guests offer unique insights into what the term 'humanistic' means. You'll hear powerful, witty, and incisive answers from across the spectrum of students, alumni, and faculty. You'll also understand what a humanistic institution such as Saybrook University is all about! Enjoy! Learn more at Saybrook.Edu.

Kicking off 2024, Drs. Jeremiah Pearcey and Randy Heinrich, military veterans, offer powerful insights on the value of a Saybrook degree for military members considering graduate education. Not to be missed! Happy New Year!

The holidays are both joyful and can also be a source of stress. Dr. Eric Willmarth, Saybrook University faculty member and Department Chair for Psychophysiology, offers practical tips for managing the holidays. 

Today, my guest is Dr. Eric Willmarth, department chair of our Applied Psychophysiology program. Our discussion today is focused squarely on our newest program – Sport Performance Psychology – including what it is, why it has value in today's culture, and the type of students this sort of program could be an excellent fit for. Learn more at our Sport Performance Psychology information page.

Today's guest is Lilith Cheung, a PhD student in Transformative Social Change here at Saybrook University. Lilith's background supporting positive social change is inspiring, as is her approach to life in general. We'll learn more about Lilith's journey, including her new book, now available at Amazon. You can order here: https://www.amazon.com/Brave-Paper-Son-Lilith-Owyoung/dp/B0CKXMSFFQ

Today, I am meeting with a faculty-student duo, Dr. Kirk Schneider and Mr. Tyler Gamlen, Saybrook Ph.D. student. We will dig in on the idea of life-enhancing anxiety, depth healing, and Dr. Schneider's proposal that we form a national corps of depth healers. What seems like a heady concept on first blush offers many practical applications supporting our communities. This is a crucial leg to our work in advancing the mental health and well-being of the communities we serve. 

Today's guest, doctoral student in the Ph.D. Counselor Education and Supervision program, Katie Horton, offers insights into her own journey as a trans woman and discusses the important work she and others in the counseling profession are doing to support America's trans population. Katie's background and experiences make for a powerful episode! Learn more at Saybrook.Edu.

Description: In honor of personal and world peace, join Dr. Luann Fortune as she uses Metta meditation to guide us in exploring our inner awareness and projecting our loving kindness to the spaciousness of the cosmos.Learn more at Saybrook.Edu

I am over the moon for today's guest. This incredible human was a member of my doctoral committee back in the day and was a vital mentor to me during graduate school. Dr. Eric Jackson is a Professor of History and Director of the Black World Studies program at Northern Kentucky University; with almost twenty-eight years of academic experience at the university level, he has taught numerous classes in a variety of fields, such as "Introduction to Black Studies," "History of Race Relations in the Americas," "Historical Themes in African American History," "History of the New South," and the "War of Independence and the United States Constitution." Additionally, he's published a wide array of book reviews and articles in many local, regional, national, and international journals, such as the "Journal of African American History," the "Journal of Negro Education," "Ohio History," the "International Journal of World Peace," and the "Journal of Pan African Studies." Currently, he serves on the editorial board. He has served as the Book Review Editor of the "Journal of Pan African Studies" and the "Northern Kentucky Heritage Magazine editorial board." This guy doesn't stop and inspires me and so many students and colleagues. Today, we will explore his new book on Black Studies, which I had the privilege to review, along with his thoughts on history, Black history, and the current state of affairs in America. 

My guest today is Whitney Ann Jenkins, a Ph.D. student in Humanistic Psychology at Saybrook University. Born and raised in Huntington, West Virginia, she expressed interest in performing from an early age – specifically becoming an actor. Now a creative living in California with her successful podcast and slate of work, Whitney is pursuing her education. At the same time, she continues podcasting, singing, and acting, believing in the power of storytelling and its ability to connect globally and universally and that every human on this planet has an exciting story of value.  

Today's guest is Ms. Traci Meadows, a Ph.D. student in Saybrook's Integrative and Functional Nutrition program. Traci is a life-long learner who came to Saybrook University with a big, multifaceted goal. Now in the dissertation phase of her program, Traci has found that her pursuit of a Ph.D. did not stop at just earning the degree. As a legally blind and deaf adult, Traci has had to overcome much adversity. Throughout her journey of overcoming adversity, Traci recognized that many others have similar stories. We're going to learn more from Traci in this interview – one that you do not want to miss! 

Welcome to another episode of Saybrook Insights. Dominique started at Saybrook in 2017 and is currently the MA Counseling Program Coordinator, recently promoted to associate department chair. She received her Masters of Counseling and PhD in Counselor Education at Idaho State University in Meridian, Idaho. Dominique, along with her colleagues, has built a powerful counseling program that I would contend is one of the top in the nation in terms of quality and approach. Moreover, Dr. Avery's passion for social justice has helped move Saybrook forward in the Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion space. I think you will enjoy this interview as much as I did.  Learn more at Saybrook.Edu

Today, I am interviewing Ms. Rebekah Walker, a graduate of Saybrook University's Psychophysiology program. Since her undergrad, Rebekah has been connected to the mental health field. In 2014, she and her husband implemented a neurofeedback program for an agency. Then in 2016 they started their private practice, Walker Therapy Services, that married psychotherapy and neurofeedback together. As a result of wanting to know more about the brain she obtained a Master's in Applied Psychophysiology. Rebekah is now working with IMediSync which is revolutionizing mental health care. We're going to learn more about her work in this space, especially how one merges mental health care with neurofeedback – the linkages are interesting, especially when we peel back the layers – and her work at iMediSync. Check out iMediSync here: https://www.imedisync.com/en/Learn more about our programs at Saybrook.Edu

I cannot tell you how excited I am to reconnect with today's guest. Nearly three years ago, Chinmay was one of my first guests on this podcast – really at the pandemic's peak. I was inspired at the time by his passion and his focus. Today, we will check in with Chinmay as he heads into the final stages of his doctoral degree. A brief bio on Chinmay: Chinmay Surpur (ERYT, BS Neuroscience, M.A. Clinical Psychology) is the Director of Research at Yoga Bharati. He is currently a Ph.D. candidate in Clinical Psychology at Saybrook University. He has worked on initiating, completing, and publishing research studies at his Alma mater, UC Santa Barbara, and Yoga Bharati. Links: Yoga Bharati

Amylee Amos founded the Amos Institute to specialize in the implementation of the Bredesen Protocol, which we'll learn more about shortly. She graduated with a Master of Science in Nutrition, Healthspan, and Longevity from the University of Southern California's Leonard Davis School of Gerontology and her Ph.D. in Integrative and Functional Nutrition from Saybrook University. I think like me, you'll find this a fascinating interview on how Dr. Amos' work in integrative nutrition has a wide-ranging impact. Learn more about Dr. Amos at https://amosinstitute.com/ 

Description: In today's meditative practice, join Dr. Valerie Worthington as she creates space for us to honor Hispanic Heritage Month through reflective quotes and poetry from notable Hispanic figures.Learn more at Saybrook.Edu

Today I have the privilege of interviewing the CEO of Shmoody, Nate Thomas. Shmoody is a new app designed to support individuals' mental health and well-being with the tagline that it's a mental health app that's fun to use. Nate is former VP at Goldman Sachs & attorney. He received his philosophy BA from Duke and JD from Wash University. I think one of the things that drew me to Nate is his authenticity and the fact that he brings real-life experience as he is in active recovery from addiction (8 years). This should be a great interview and if you're interested in the app, go to www.shmoodyapp.com. 

Welcome to another episode of Saybrook Insights. Olivia is a master's student in the Existential-Humanistic Psychology (EHP) specialization at Saybrook University. Her academic and research interests revolve around a passion for elucidating the therapeutic potential that living with an awareness of the existential facticity of death and impermanence have for deepening intimacy in relationships and fostering value-based lifestyle designs. So what does all of that mean? We're going to find out shortly.  

My guest today is Ms. Jeannel King, current Ph.D. student in the Creativity, Innovation, and Leadership specialization in Psychology. Jeannel has a terrific backstory, including her long-time professional work and interest in organizational change and transitions. She is author of several publications including her upcoming title: “Inside Job: Exploring Meaningful Work through Creative and Spiritual Agency.” 

 My guest today is Saybrook alumna, Dr. Summer Watson. Dr. of Psychology with a Clinical Emphasis, Podcaster, Event Producer, Live Show Host, Author, and Military Spouse of over 21 years. Dr. Summer Watson is the Founder of KORE Women, LLC. KORE Women. She has a wealth of experience which she pulls from her work as a high-performance coach and creator/producer for the Life, Love, and Money show (see lifelovemoney.com). I am particularly interested in her work as the founder of KORE Women and her research and efforts supporting military veterans – she brings a unique lens to this as a military spouse, so I have no doubt we'll learn a great deal. 

My guest today is Saybrook faculty member, Dr. Donna Rockwell. Dr. Rockwell is an adjunct faculty member at Saybrook University, College of Integrative Medicine and Health Sciences, Department of Mind-Body Medicine, and serves as Adjunct Faculty Representative of Saybrook Faculty Senate.  Donna Rockwell, PsyD, is the founder and CEO of Already Famous with Dr. Donna, a movement and online community inspiring women and girls to live their best, most authentic lives through developing self-confidence, inner worth, and purpose or meaning in life. She is a licensed clinical psychologist with private practices in both New York and Michigan. Dr. Donna is a leading mindfulness meditation teacher, researcher, and faculty member, specialist in celebrity mental health, and activist in contemporary humanistic psychology.  With 20 years of experience, Dr. Donna is a mental health expert featured on TV, radio, and social media. Her research on the psychology of fame & celebrity has been featured in The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Wall Street Journal, USA Today, Newsweek, The Atlantic, The BBC, The CBC, among other media outlets. 

My guest today is Saybrook alumna and integrative health practitioner, Prema Rao. As the founder and CEO of Akhila Health in Northern California, Prema is bringing integrative health to a wider audience and I can't wait to learn more about her work, its impact, and how we can look at ways to replicate her approach! Let's get to it with…Prema Rao. 

We continue this week highlighting our key programs and today we feature our outstanding Mind-Body Medicine program faculty discussing a range of topics from hypnosis, nutrition, healthcare access, and much more! You're not going to want to miss this collective set of excellent insights, wisdom and more from these fabulous faculty members who walk the talk providing important observations about how we can achieve greater holistic health across all walks of life.  

We continue this week highlighting our key programs and today we feature our amazing Psychology program faculty including the likes of Drs. Martinez, Palmisano, Sakuma among several others. You're not going to want to miss this collective set of excellent insights, wisdom and more from these fabulous faculty members who walk the talk and offer a blend of psychology, philosophical musings, and important observations about the importance of mental health in today's America. 

Today, we're featuring some incredible highlights from the past year featuring our illustrious Counseling program faculty. Whether Dr. Preston, Dr. Ramaswamy, Dr. Ferguson, you're in for a concentrated treat of excellent insights, wisdom and more from these fabulous faculty members who walk the talk. 

My guest today is Saybrook alumna and current student, Ms. Eileen Lang. She is doing amazing things both in and outside of school including work in her home country of Grenada. Eileen is such a fascinating human being…so, let's get to it with…Eileen Lang. 

Welcome to another episode of Saybrook Insights. My guest today is Claire Osborne, a graduate student in our Integrative Social Work Ph.D. program and a licensed clinical social worker. Claire comes to our program with an incredibly inspiring story – one of trauma, trial, and a powerful 2nd act, especially with her foray into politics. You won't want to miss this episode. 

In this session from our recent President's Symposium on Integrative Mental Health, we learn about the differences between burnout and secondary trauma. Drs. Brown and Nguyen introduce current research on the phenomena of burnout and secondary trauma. You'll learn about skills necessary to recognize symptoms of burnout and secondary trauma and explore ways to alleviate those symptoms in themselves and others. Check it out – a very powerful, informative session. 

Today, we're featuring a very important panel presentation on the state of integrative mental health in America. Featuring three nationally-known experts – Dr. Kimberly Frazier, President of the American Counseling Association; Dr. C.J. Davis, President and CEO of Burrell Behavioral Health – one of the nation's largest mental health services providers, and our own Dr. Donald Moss – scholar and expert in integrative mental health, we peel back the layers to understand the complexities of the nation's mental health crisis with possible solutions for the future. This group of thought leaders sheds important light on what we can and must do to find our way forward! 

My guest today is Saybrook alumna, Katrina Sczesny. She is working on finishing her dissertation research here at Saybrook, which we'll delve into along with her incredibly passionate efforts centered on the juvenile justice system. We'll hear about these and more during our interview. Katrina is truly an inspiring scholar-practitioner…so, let's get to it with…Katrina Sczesny. Not to be missed! 

My guest today is Saybrook alumnus Dr. Drayton Patterson. I must admit, I am thoroughly excited to meet someone like Drayton - he comes from the sports world and has evolved in his career to be a major supporter of mental health and well-being. Among his credits, he has served as Director of Mental Health and Wellness, Former Board Member, and Ambassador for the Association of Professional Ballplayers of America (APBPA) 2019-Current. He's a Professional Speaker/Psychologist/Best Selling Co-Author, "The Road to Success", Sept. 2016 w/Jack Canfield #3), Unchain Your Brain, January 13, 2017- #1. He is currently listed as one of the "10 Best Psychologists in Chicago" by Thumbtack. Moreover, he is the first Ph.D. Psychologist to sign a player's contract and manage a professional baseball team in the Mid- America League, and Minor Leagues. He was also a baseball scout for the Major League Baseball Scouting Bureau and Texas Rangers (7 years). He was also a Former Sport Psychologist for Toronto Blue Jays and Texas Rangers. Licensed in Illinois/Nationally Certified School Psychologist. This guy seems to do it all and I can't wait to learn more about his story. 

My guest today is our esteemed Department Chair for our Ph.D. in Integrative Social Work, Dr. Trent Nguyen. Dr. Nguyen was a previous guest back when the social work program was in its infancy. Today, we're going to dig in just a bit more about the importance of social work today, the role of the social worker in the continuum of integrative mental health care, and the benefits of a Ph.D. in Social Work. We're also going to explore the importance of social justice in a program like this and why it matters. 

Today's guest is Saybrook alumnus and now faculty member Dr. Annette Anderson-Engler. Annette earned her a Ph.D. in Human Science from Saybrook University in Pasadena, California, an MSW degree in Clinical Social Work from Walla Walla University in College Place, Washington, and an MS in Conflict, Analysis, and Resolution from Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale Florida. As a social work professional, her areas of expertise include but are not limited to Grief, Trauma, Ambiguous Loss, PTSD, and Secondary degree of trauma among military families. Other areas of expertise include Transgenerational Transmissions of Trauma, Identity Displacement, Emotional Transmission, Health Disparities, Social and Cultural Inequities, Transformational Leadership, and Collective Identity among Marginalized Groups. Specialized research interests include Diversity and Inclusion, Oppression, Critical Race Theory, People of Color, and Transformational Narratives through Storytelling, Self and Othering, and the Conspiracy of Silence related to voice and personal meaning.

My guest today is long-time faculty member Dr. Eric Willmarth, our program chair for the psychophysiology program. He is a fully licensed clinical psychologist who has worked for the past 30+ years in chronic pain management and is certified in Biofeedback, Clinical Hypnosis, and Pain Management. Beginning college as a Music Major, he played bassoon in the orchestra, trombone in the jazz band, and guitar in a rock band. This particular episode is dedicated to understanding psychophysiology's whats, whys, and wherefores and how it ties into mental and physical health. (Hint: it does in a big way!) And who knows, we might also get into some music talk given our mutual backgrounds… 

Description (Originally recorded on May 15, 2023): Join Dr. Cliff Smyth in this special one-hour didactic and experiential workshop on the Feldenkrais Method, which is focused on developing awareness through gentle movements.Learn more at Saybrook.Edu

As we wind down the year, this special Memorial Day edition offers insights from our guests over the past year who answer the question: What does the term 'humanistic' mean to you? Saybrook University's mission centers on this very term. Getting our guests' views on the term is truly enlightening!Check it out and thanks for subscribing! 

Joanie Terrizzi, Ph.D., joins the UNBOUND Saybrook Insights podcast to discuss her introduction to mindfulness and mind-body medicine, how to manage going back to school while working full-time, and offers advice to those considering Saybrook University.Dr. Joanie Terrizzi is a shining example of a Saybrook student who challenged convention while doing the hard work. A graduate of Saybrook's Mind-Body Medicine program, Dr. Terrizzi is a mind-body wellness practitioner, grief coach, writer, and dissertation editor. Visit Saybrook University at https://www.saybrook.edu/Catch up on past episodes of UNBOUND: Saybrook Insights on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you download your favorite shows. Visit https://linktr.ee/saybrookinsights to learn more.

Christine Hagion-Rzepka, Ph.D., joins the UNBOUND Saybrook Insights podcast to discuss her introduction to counseling and health education, advocacy for disabled populations, and the complicated healing journey for survivors of domestic violence.Dr. Hagion-Rzepka's history is both harrowing and inspirational. A survivor of domestic violence, Dr. Hagion-Rzepka now shares her story as a way to counsel and heal others in similar situations. Visit Saybrook University at https://www.saybrook.edu/Catch up on past episodes of UNBOUND: Saybrook Insights on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you download your favorite shows. Visit https://linktr.ee/saybrookinsights to learn more.#humanistic #counselor #healtheducation #domesticviolence #shorts

Ashanti Branch, M.Ed., is the Founder and Executive director of the Ever Forward Club. Founded in 2004, The Ever Forward Club mentors underserved youth in middle and high school by providing them with safe, brave communities that build character and transform lives. Truly making a mark in the world, 100% of their club members have graduated high school and 93% have gone on to attend college, military, or trade school. Ashanti tells the story of his life and what drove him to start the Ever Forward Club. Growing up a child of a single mom, Ashanti was in charge of taking care of his siblings—having to take on adult responsibilities as early as seven-years-old. Although he had a successful job as an engineer, he felt something was missing. Later, he became inspired working with youths as a tutor and found his calling. Visit Ever Forward Club: https://everforwardclub.org/Learn More about Saybrook INSIGHTS podcast: https://linktr.ee/saybrookinsights#leadership #underrepresentedcommunities #mentorship #highereducation #youth #shorts

Robert Cleve, Ph.D., associate professor in the Department of Humanistic Psychology at Saybrook University, discusses the transition of Saybrook's Creativity Studies program to Creativity, Innovation, and Leadership Studies. He also shares his thoughts on theories and models around aspects of leadership, including creative and aesthetic leadership, thinking about ways we use creativity, and more.Robert Cleve, Ph.D., is an associate professor in the Existential Humanistic Psychology program in the Department of Humanistic Psychology at Saybrook University. His career has focused on delivery of clinical services to a variety of underserved populations, including children, adolescents, and the LGBTQIA+ community.Visit Saybrook University at https://www.saybrook.edu/Catch up on past episodes of UNBOUND: Saybrook Insights on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you download your favorite shows.Visit https://linktr.ee/saybrookinsights to learn more.#creativitystudies #leadership #humanisiticpsychology #existentialpsychology

Hey everyone, Nathan here, President of Saybrook University. Welcome to another episode of Saybrook Insights. A recent article in the Biz Journals called out the fact that more and more businesses are turning to apps, coaches, and engagement to support employee health, well-being, and loyalty - in essence, creating a set of differentiators for job seekers looking for the whole shebang when it comes to work-life balance. As per the article: "Some may think the current struggles employers face with finding qualified talent was a consequence of the pandemic. But consider the end of 2019, when unemployment was at a near-historic low of 3.6%. Finding top talent was a real struggle. By the next quarter, the pandemic sent millions home to work - or forced layoffs as business performance slid. Whether the great resignation, great retirement, or the unforeseen consequences of billions of dollars in stimulus money sent to idled workers, companies struggled to retain existing employees or find new ones. Underlying this transformation was an already growing desire among employees to work at “employers of choice” - organizations with a reputation for paying well, nurturing a culture employees could embrace, and providing benefits that drove health, wellness and peace of mind. The best in the marketplace found success in creating healthy and engaging corporate cultures." The big takeaways from the article stressed several areas, including paying larger portions of health benefits for employees to mental health apps and tapping into a wellness coaching model one city uses that support employees in their wellness goals, future planning, and the like. This last piece is of particular interest to me here in that having a coach - someone to encourage, to hold us accountable - makes such a difference in reaching our goals. At a very basic level, in my health journey, a close friend of mine teamed up for three years to lose weight in a different, mindful, and healthful way. Because of this mutual support, we were able to achieve our goals, hold each other accountable, and share in our successes and failures. Now that's an oversimplification of the wellness coaching concept, but in short, it demonstrates the point that such an approach can have a powerful impact. But what about more formal wellness coaching? How does it work? Is there training involved? What is the research that backs it up? Enter Dr. Julie Cerrato, a faculty member in our College of Integrative Medicine and Health Sciences and specialization director for our Wellness Coaching specialization. She's known across our university as deeply dedicated to the work of wellness coaching and its integration into various programs. What's also pretty outstanding is the success she's seen over the years and the students that have benefitted as a result. I'm hoping to learn much more about the whole coaching phenomenon...All right - let's get to it with Dr. Julie Cerrato. 

Richard Rudd, teacher, and award-winning poet, and Dr. Marina Smirnova, Consciousness, Spirituality, and Integrative Health Specialization coordinator at Saybrook University, discuss in detail a spiritual program developed by Rudd and embraced by Dr. Smirnova exploring the key components of contemplation, transpersonal art, and developing a humanistic view of life.Richard Rudd is a teacher, mystic, and award-winning poet. In 2019, Rudd was named to the Watkins list of the 100 Most Spiritually Influential Living People.Marina Smirnova, Ph.D., is a professor in the Department of Humanistic Psychology at Saybrook University and coordinator of the Consciousness, Spirituality, and Integrative Health Specialization.  Visit Saybrook University at https://www.saybrook.edu/ Catch up on past episodes of UNBOUND: Saybrook Insights on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you download your favorite shows. Visit https://linktr.ee/saybrookinsights to learn more. #consciousness #integrativehealth #mindfulness #spirituality

Over the next few months, I have begun inviting changemakers from across the spectrum to take part in our podcast, including those who have a particular focus on the work we do at Saybrook, especially from a humanistic perspective or lens. Today's guest is Mr. Mark Sadovnick. As Managing Partner with the 5th Element Group, Mark leads with focus on the Human Element. By engaging with Leaders Who Care®, he is able to best represent their clients to attract, develop and retain the very best talent, who are selectively seeking to only join leaders who do care about their financial, physical and mental wellbeing, and the global sustainable development goals. There are numerous connections to the importance of identifying the right leaders who fit with the organization's desire to do good in the world, and Mark offers various keen insights about this and many other aspects of their work, including commitments to UN Sustainability Development Goals. Web link: Leaders Who Care® – 5th Element Group

Ellen Gaddy, Ph.D., a graduate of Saybrook University, discusses her journey to Saybrook, including her conservative upbringing as the granddaughter of former U.S. Senator Jesse Helms and growing up in a “traditional values” family, and how she began questioning traditional belief systems for transformative change and social justice.Ellen Gaddy has a Ph.D. in Psychology and is a political activist and justice-oriented philanthropist.Visit Saybrook University at https://www.saybrook.edu/Catch up on past episodes of UNBOUND: Saybrook Insights on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you download your favorite shows. Visit https://linktr.ee/saybrookinsights to learn more.#humanisticpsychology #transformativechange #socialjustice