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Founder of the CatholicPsych Institute and creator of the CatholicPsych Model of Applied Personalism (CPMAP)

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Over the last 25 years, there are more people in therapy and more people receiving medication for mental health struggles than ever before, with nearly every metric indicating downturns as it pertains to suicide, gender dysphoria, and symptoms of depression and anxiety. Join us on this episode of “Follow to Lead” as Dr. Greg Bottaro, Founder and Director of the CatholicPsych Institute, talks about Integrated Daily Dialogic Mentorship (IDDM) or “Mentorship,” which is breakthrough model of accompaniment that is offering hope and healing to patients who have been stagnant in self-destructive behavioral patterns for years. This mentorship model also provides great opportunities for wellness in Catholic schools.

In this thought-provoking episode of Let Me Be Frank, Bishop Frank Caggiano is joined by Dr. Greg Bottaro, founder of The Catholic Psych Institute—also known as "The Catholic Psych Guy." Together, they explore the concept of relationality and its role in our lives. They discuss the long-standing notion that relationships are merely accidental to our essence, Bishop Frank and Dr. Bottaro draw on the insights of Pope St. John Paul II, understanding that this view is incomplete. Instead, they delve into the idea that relationality is intrinsic to who we are; that to be human is to be in relationship. Don't miss this deep dive into the intersection of philosophy, theology, and psychology, and what it means for how we understand ourselves and one another! #catholic #christian #faith

We're live with Bevi Fontenot, Communications Director in the Diocese of Houma-Thibodaux, Alan Migliorato, co-author of Failing Forward: Leadership Lessons for Catholic Teens Today talks about teens and summer jobs and Dr. Greg Bottaro is the Director and Founder of CatholicPsych Institute, talks about Catholic approach to mental health.

This episode was recorded on February 13th, 2025. Bobby Angel, an author, speaker, and personal mentor refined by the CatholicPsych Institute, devoted nearly a decade to teaching theology and philosophy and serving as a high school minister. Alongside his wife, Jackie, they frequently share insights on Christian marriage and discernment through podcasts and YouTube media. Bobby has penned the book Gaming and the Heroic Life, and jointly authored Pray, Decide, and Don't Worry with his wife and Fr. Mike Schmitz. The couple, blessed with five children, resides in Dallas, Texas. Find more from Bobby: Jackie and Bobby: https://jackieandbobby.com/ Sophia Institute: https://sophiainstitute.com/product/the-postmodern-predicament/ YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLeXS0cAkuTPppn2xuQVubENOZl1Nxh_Ia&si=6xBPKQGvDIQTqh67 Catholic Psych: https://catholicpsych.com/bobby Connect with me:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tammy.m.peterson Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TammyPetersonPodcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tammypetersonpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/Tammy1Peterson Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/TammyPetersonPodcast

I have the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Greg Bottaro, a Catholic psychologist and founder of the Catholic Psych Institute. We delve into the complexities of identity, particularly in the context of gender dysphoria, and explore the importance of compassion in addressing these sensitive issues. Dr. Bottaro emphasizes the need for a blueprint for understanding the human person, which he believes is rooted in Catholic teachings. For a deep dive into this blueprint check out our other conversation in episode 152.We discuss how the Catholic vision of the human person can inform our approach to mental health and well-being. Dr. Bottaro shares insights on the unity of body and spirit, and how this understanding can help individuals who feel at odds with their identity. We also touch on the historical role of the Catholic Church in preserving knowledge and culture, and how this legacy can guide contemporary discussions about ethics and psychology.Throughout our conversation, we aim to explore critical questions: How can we approach those struggling with their identity with both compassion and truth? What does it mean to have a healthy understanding of personhood? And how can the principles of Catholicism provide a framework for healing and thriving in today's complex world? Join us as we navigate these profound topics and seek to understand the intersection of faith, reason, and mental health.Dr. Greg Bottaro is a Catholic psychologist, founder of the CatholicPsych Institute and creator of the CatholicPsych Model of Applied Personalism (CPMAP). He received his Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the Institute for the Psychological Sciences, and works to integrate Catholic philosophy and theology with relevant psychology. He leads the CatholicPsych Institute's mission to, "Create a Catholic Standard for Mental Health."Before becoming a psychologist, Dr. Bottaro discerned a religious vocation with the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal (CFRs). He lived in the Bronx for four years following the footsteps of St. Francis of Assisi. Under the mentorship of Fr. Benedict Groeschel, this experience formed him in the spirituality of Abandonment to Divine Providence, which he now integrates with his model of psychology, along with the discernment of God's will he learned from Fr. Benedict.In 2012, Dr. Bottaro returned to New York as a psychologist and founded the CatholicPsych Institute, which has continued to grow and serve clients around the world. Most recently he launched the CPMAP Certification to train others in their model of integrated accompaniment.He lives in Connecticut with his wife Barbra and their seven children. 00:00 Start[00:00:10] Compassion in identity struggles.[00:05:37] Civilization saved by Catholic Church.[00:10:03] Resurrection and its implications.[00:12:33] Eucharistic miracles and their significance.[00:19:40] Catholicism and Human Understanding.[00:22:12] Faith versus science paradox.[00:26:22] The ideal human person.[00:30:29] Fatherlessness and its impact.[00:34:02] Compassion in conservative approaches.[00:37:03] Spiritual identity and personhood.[00:40:18] Identity and body connection.[00:45:00] Complexities of therapeutic relationships.[00:49:39] Eternal communion with divinity.ROGD REPAIR Course + Community gives concerned parents instant access to over 120 lessons providing the psychological insights and communication tools you need to get through to your kid. 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What does Catholic theology have to offer the field of counseling psychology? Catholic psychologist Dr. Greg Bottaro joins me to explore the concept of the "blueprint of the human being" according to Catholic thought, emphasizing that we are made in the image of God, which inherently involves a relational aspect. Dr. Bottaro outlines five essential marks of relationship that shape our identity: being made in God's image, being formed in relationships, experiencing wounds in relationships, finding healing through relationships, and ultimately being destined for eternal relationship with God.We discuss how these principles extend into family life and the ideal structures for nurturing healthy relationships. I ask Dr. Bottaro about the common perception that Catholicism promotes repression, and he offers a nuanced perspective, highlighting the importance of authentic human experience and the developmental journey toward becoming our best selves in right relation with all things.Throughout our dialogue, we aim to uncover how understanding our relational nature can lead to deeper healing and growth, both personally and within our families. This episode invites listeners to reflect on their own relationships and the transformative power of connection in the context of faith and psychology.Dr. Greg Bottaro is a Catholic psychologist, founder of the CatholicPsych Institute and creator of the CatholicPsych Model of Applied Personalism (CPMAP). He received his Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the Institute for the Psychological Sciences, and works to integrate Catholic philosophy and theology with relevant psychology. He leads the CatholicPsych Institute's mission to, "Create a Catholic Standard for Mental Health."Before becoming a psychologist, Dr. Bottaro discerned a religious vocation with the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal (CFRs). He lived in the Bronx for four years following the footsteps of St. Francis of Assisi. Under the mentorship of Fr. Benedict Groeschel, this experience formed him in the spirituality of Abandonment to Divine Providence, which he now integrates with his model of psychology, along with the discernment of God's will he learned from Fr. Benedict.In 2012, Dr. Bottaro returned to New York as a psychologist and founded the CatholicPsych Institute, which has continued to grow and serve clients around the world. 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Tune in to Respect Life Radio this week as we welcome author and speaker Bobby Angel, discussing his insightful new book, The Postmodern Predicament: A Roadmap for Recovery and Restoration from Sophia Institute Press. Bobby has taught theology and philosophy for nearly ten years and is an author, speaker, and personal mentor, with specialized training from the CatholicPsych Institute. In this thought-provoking conversation, Bobby delves into the challenges of living in a postmodern world and offers a compelling roadmap for restoring meaning, purpose, and hope. He encourages listeners to not be afraid of the gift of the mind and to lean into the wealth of the Church to help with true human flourishing. Don't miss this opportunity to hear practical wisdom on navigating today's cultural complexities and reclaiming our spiritual foundation. To learn more about Bobby and his ministry visit: https://jackieandbobby.com/about

Check out this excellent conversation where Dr. Greg Bottaro expounds on the thinking of Pope St. John Paul II as laying the ground for sound therapy and healing. You can check out the work of Dr. Greg at the Catholic Psych Institute: https://catholicpsych.com Check out Dr. Greg Bottaro's podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@CatholicPsychInstitute

Think faith and mental health don't mix? Think again. In an interview with Oscar Rivera on Ave Spotlight, Dr. Greg breaks down the biggest myths about psychology and Catholicism. Are faith and psychology at odds? Where do we draw the line between normal emotions and real mental health struggles?  Can prayer cure anxiety? Is therapy un-Catholic? How do you beat seasonal depression? Tune in for a fresh perspective on faith and mental well-being! Discussed in this episode: The surprising connection between faith and mental health; Why Catholicism and psychology are not at odds; How the Catholic Church has studied the human person for centuries; Why anxiety and depression don't mean you lack faith; How Jesus, Mary, and the saints experienced human emotions; The biggest myths about mental health in the Catholic community; When to seek professional mental health support; How to tell if you've crossed a threshold into needing professional help; Practical steps to combat seasonal depression; The power of relationships and community in mental well-being; How prayer and gratitude affect mental well-being; How the CatholicPsych Institute is changing the mental health conversation; A personal story of Dr. Greg's first encounter with Jesus; Encouragement for anyone struggling with mental health today. Resources mentioned or relevant:  Listen to more episodes of Ave Spotlight with Oscar Rivera Follow Ave Maria Press & Oscar on Social Media: @AveMariaPress @OscarTwoten Need help? Schedule a free consultation to to explore how working with a Mentor can help you move forward;  Feeling called to help others? Learn more about our Certification program (CPMAP): CatholicPsych Model of Applied Personalism; Sign up for our weekly newsletter to stay up to date on the exciting developments at CatholicPsych; Visit our website to read the CatholicPsych blog, shop in the CatholicPsych bookshop, or discover other resources we have available; Download The Integrated App for access to free audio exercises, courses, prayer resources, and more; Become a member of the Integrated Life Community to get access to every course Dr. Greg has created, plus the opportunity to participate in Integrated LIVE's - weekly, Mentor hosted Q&As covering topics like boundaries, communication, trauma, forgiveness, and more! Follow:  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CatholicPsych  Instagram: @catholicpsych  X: @CatholicPsych Contact us! Have a topic or a question you would like Dr. Greg to address on the podcast? Want to give some feedback about this episode? Email us at beinghuman@catholicpsych.com - we would love to hear from you! Rate, review, and subscribe Please help us in our mission to integrate the Faith with Psychology by hitting subscribe and also sharing this podcast with your friends. Please consider rating or leaving a review of our show. It helps us reach other Catholics just like you who want to become more integrated, whole, and happy human beings. For Apple podcasts, click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate 5 stars, and choose “write a review.” Then type your sincere thoughts about the show! If you haven't already, make sure to subscribe so you don't miss out on any episodes. Subscribe to the podcast now!

Join Oscar and Greg Bottaro, a Catholic psychologist and founder of the CatholicPsych Institute, for a thought-provoking discussion at the intersection of faith, science, and human vulnerability. In this episode, they explore the Catholic Church's evolving perspective on the human person, the connection between faith and mental health, and how emotions and relationships mirror God's creation. They also delve into the Church's role in mental health conversations, the impact of seasonal depression, and the importance of emotional growth in living a faithful life. This conversation is insightful, authentic, and inspiring. We would love it if you could leave a written review on Apple and share with your friends! Editing provided by Forte Catholic (https://www.fortecatholic.com/)

Discover the blind spots and defense mechanisms quietly holding you back from real growth. In this episode, Dr. Greg unpacks tough truths, shares relatable personal stories, and offers practical insights to help you break free and flourish. Discussed in this episode: The importance of growth and development in becoming the best version of yourself; Blind spots and defense mechanisms: how they form and why they hold us back; The role of avoidance in blocking personal growth; Personal insights from Dr. Greg's life and leadership at the CatholicPsych Institute; The value of outside perspectives, such as consultants, mentors, and spiritual directors; How blind spots are similar to scabs and calluses—defense mechanisms that protect but also limit us; The connection between personality traits and defense mechanisms; Why personality tests can be helpful but don't define your identity; The beginner's mind: approaching growth with humility and openness; How blind spots can lead to years of avoiding challenges or tough decisions; The importance of seeking help proactively rather than waiting for crises to force growth; Why embracing growth is a lifelong journey that leads to freedom and fulfillment. Resources mentioned or relevant:  Feeling stuck? Schedule a free consultation to to explore how working with a Mentor can help you move forward;  Grow in self-awareness and freedom through Catholic Mindfulness; Feeling called to help others? Learn more about our Certification program (CPMAP): CatholicPsych Model of Applied Personalism; Sign up for our weekly newsletter to stay up to date on the exciting developments at CatholicPsych; Visit our website to read the CatholicPsych blog, shop in the CatholicPsych bookshop, or discover other resources we have available; Download The Integrated App for access to free audio exercises, courses, prayer resources, and more; Become a member of the Integrated Life Community to get access to every course Dr. Greg has created, plus the opportunity to participate in Integrated LIVE's - weekly, Mentor hosted Q&As covering topics like boundaries, communication, trauma, forgiveness, and more! Follow:  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CatholicPsych  Instagram: @catholicpsych  X: @CatholicPsych Contact us! Have a topic or a question you would like Dr. Greg to address on the podcast? Want to give some feedback about this episode? Email us at beinghuman@catholicpsych.com - we would love to hear from you! Rate, review, and subscribe Please help us in our mission to integrate the Faith with Psychology by hitting subscribe and also sharing this podcast with your friends. Please consider rating or leaving a review of our show. It helps us reach other Catholics just like you who want to become more integrated, whole, and happy human beings. For Apple podcasts, click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate 5 stars, and choose “write a review.” Then type your sincere thoughts about the show! If you haven't already, make sure to subscribe so you don't miss out on any episodes. Subscribe to the podcast now!

Join Fr Rob, Alyssa and Justine in this episode of Season 12 of the Catholic Influencers Podcast as they break open this week's upcoming Gospel. 33rd Sunday in Ordinary TimeGospel: Mark 13:24-32Throughout this episode, you'll hear highlights from an interview between Augie Angrisano & Dr Greg Bottaro. You can find the extended interview exclusively on our YouTube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/@CatholicInfluencersPodcastDr. Greg Bottaro is a Catholic psychologist, founder of the CatholicPsych Institute and creator of the CatholicPsych Model of Applied Personalism (CPMAP). Before becoming a psychologist, Dr. Bottaro discerned a religious vocation with the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal (CFRs). He lived in the Bronx for four years following the footsteps of St. Francis of Assisi. Under the mentorship of Fr. Benedict Groeschel, this experience formed him in the spirituality of Abandonment to Divine Providence, which he now integrates with his model of psychology, along with the discernment of God's will he learned from Fr. Benedict. In 2012, Dr. Bottaro returned to New York as a psychologist and founded the CatholicPsych Institute, which has continued to grow and serve clients around the world. Most recently he launched the CPMAP Certification to train others in their model of integrated accompaniment. He currently lives in Connecticut with his wife Barbra and their seven children.For a shorter, more reflective explanation of the Gospels, be sure to check out the Fr Rob Galea Homilies podcast.Discover more OSV Podcasts content by signing up for monthly updates on the latest show highlights at www.osvpodcasts.comSupport the showAn OSV Podcasts partner. Discover more ways to live, learn, and love your Catholic faith at osvpodcasts.com. Sharing stories, starting conversations.

Bobby talks with ministry friend Johnna Sullivan, a trained mentor with the CatholicPsych Institute. They talk about Johnna's formation, testimony, and her pull towards ministering to "the misfits" within the Church, especially those coming from broken and blended families. Johnna Sullivan served as a missionary in Haiti, is the mother of her 11-year-old son Levi, and lives in Guilford, Connecticut. She attended the Franciscan University of Steubenville and now works as a partner mentor for anyone struggling and needing someone to process their story with. As a writer, she wishes to use her words for good and to bring the reality of God's mercy into people's lives. To learn more about the mentorship model with Johnna, click here: https://catholicpsych.com/johnna -- Thanks for listening! For more info on our talks, books, and resources, please visit our website at: ⁠⁠⁠https://jackieandbobby.com/⁠ ⁠⁠ If you feel called to support us financially in this ministry endeavor, please prayerfully consider visiting our support page: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/jackieandbobby --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bobby-angel/support

"On his great work in each one of us...we each individually are a part of his mighty works!!!" -"Psalm 145:3&4. This week I am joined by psychologist, speaker, and author of "The Mindful Catholic", Dr. Greg Bottaro to discuss living in the presence of God.  Dr. Greg Bottaro is a Catholic psychologist, founder of the CatholicPsych Institute and creator of the CatholicPsych Model of Applied Personalism (CPMAP). Dr. Greg provides some powerful insights into the importance of mindfulness and how practicing it can create a holy awareness of the present moment with a Christocentric mindset. Dr. Greg BottaroDr. Greg Bio (catholicpsych.com)Mentorship with CatholicPsychIntegrated Daily Dialogic Mentorship (IDDM™) (catholicpsych.com)Book: The Mindful Catholichttps://a.co/d/0f2wz5rnIf this episode blessed you, I would be so honored if you shared it with a friend, rated it, or left us a review! I always love to connect :suzanne @latteandlaundry.com

Bobby talks with Dr. Bryan Violette about his faith story, psychology and culture, and his new endeavor of hosting "the Catholic Sinner Show." While studying moral theology at Holy Apostles College and Seminary in Cromwell, CT, Dr. Violette volunteered in local impoverished areas and learned firsthand how devastating mental illness can be to family life. This impassioned him to attend to the growing need for professional mental health care from a Catholic standpoint and to pursue advanced studies in clinical psychology at the Institute for the Psychological Sciences at Divine Mercy University. Dr. Violette began working at the CatholicPsych Institute(https://catholicpsych.com/) in 2015. He now works as the Chief of Staff. He contributed to the development of a new model for providing direct services: Integrated Daily Dialogic Mentorship (IDDM). Given the success of the model, it was only natural to begin training others. Thus, Dr. Violette contributed to the development of the CatholicPsych Model of Applied Personalism program, in which he currently maintains the role of both Training Director and Dean of Students. Dr. Violette is also the creator of the “Catholic Sinner Show”(https://www.youtube.com/@CathSinnerShow) which provides a welcoming space for individuals from different walks of life to engage in conversation from a variety of faith, political and cultural perspectives. Spotify: Catholic Sinner Show -- Thanks for listening! For more info on our talks, books, and resources, please visit our website at: ⁠⁠⁠https://jackieandbobby.com/⁠ ⁠⁠ If you feel called to support us financially in this ministry endeavor, please prayerfully consider visiting our support page: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/jackieandbobby --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bobby-angel/support

I was connected with Dr. Greg Bottaro and CatholicPsych Institute through our mutual friend, Simone Rizkallah, who I had on the show a few months ago. Find the episode here! It was great to speak with him. I am a big admirer of what CatholicPsych Institute is doing and the approach that Dr. Greg is taking. We get into that quite a bit in this relatively short episode. I hope that you enjoy it and I hope it inspires you! I was certainly edified and strengthened in my conviction to continually renew the pursuit of integrating faith, reason, and science!SummaryDr. Greg Bottaro is a Catholic psychologist who emphasizes the integration of faith, reason, and science in understanding and helping individuals find true healing and wholeness. He believes that there should be no tension or conflict between these three categories, as they all point towards the same truth - God. Dr. Bottaro's Catholic Psych Institute offers a certification program that combines faith, reason, and science to help individuals bear emotional burdens and facilitate healing. The program is open to licensed therapists, psychologists, teachers, parents, and even priests. The institute provides remote services worldwide, utilizing technology to focus on the spoken word and the core of the person. Dr. Greg Bottaro discusses the need for a Catholic approach to psychology and mental health. He explains that current psychology programs are often secular and do not integrate Catholic principles. Dr. Bottaro's certification program aims to fill this gap by providing therapists with a Catholic foundation and an integrated approach to mental health. He emphasizes the importance of integrating faith and reason in understanding the human person. Dr. Bottaro also discusses the limitations of current research and the need for a Catholic standard of mental health.Takeaways* Faith, reason, and science are interconnected and should be integrated in understanding and helping individuals.* There should be no tension or conflict between faith, reason, and science, as they all point towards the same truth - God.* The Catholic Psych Institute offers a certification program that combines faith, reason, and science to help individuals bear emotional burdens and facilitate healing.* The program is open to licensed therapists, psychologists, teachers, parents, and even priests.* The institute provides remote services worldwide, utilizing technology to focus on the spoken word and the core of the person. Current psychology programs often lack a Catholic foundation and do not integrate Catholic principles.* Dr. Bottaro's certification program aims to provide therapists with a Catholic foundation and an integrated approach to mental health.* John Paul II's theology of the body provides a deep understanding of the human person and should be studied as a psychological framework.* The Catholic approach to mental health promotes a Catholic standard of mental health and integrates faith and reason.* There is a need for better research that aligns with Catholic principles and validates the truths of faith and reason.Chapters00:00Introduction and Background02:29Introduction to Applied Personalism05:37Understanding the Human Person08:03Certification Program at Catholic Psych Institute09:12Network of Certified Therapists12:22The Need for Catholic Psychology14:33The Lack of Catholic Marriage Therapy21:10The Catholic Psych Institute's Approach25:26The Importance of First Principles28:58Understanding Personalism32:26Integrated Daily Dialogic Mentorship (IDDM)35:24Promoting Catholic Mental Health36:23ConclusionACTION ITEMS to help Good Distinctions grow and thrive* Leave a rating on Apple Podcasts* Leave a rating on Spotify* Become a paid subscriber* Pray for Good Distinctions* Pray for those listening to the show* SHARE the content! - Every time there is a post and you enjoy it, please share it. This is THE best way to increase visibility for the podcast and articles! Get full access to Good Distinctions at www.gooddistinctions.com/subscribe

Welcome to Episode 161 of the Being Human Podcast: Habit Hacks for Real New Years Changes As the New Year begins, it's time again to reflect on our resolutions and aspirations. In today's episode, Dr. Greg talked about the psychology behind hacking your behaviors and habits so you can implement lasting changes this year. He also shared research-based insights and practical resources that will help you create a sustainable plan, equip you to take action, and motivate you to achieve transformative growth this 2024.   Discussed in the episode: The importance of constant growth and development, aligning it with the Catholic perspective of embracing change and constant improvement in our lives; An exploration of developmental psychology, drawing parallels between physical and spiritual growth, and highlighting the importance of continual growth throughout life; A Catholic approach to New Year's resolutions, making spiritual growth a priority, and the importance of creating balance and integrating improvements in physical, psychological, and spiritual aspects; A discussion on James Clear's four laws for habit formation–make it obvious, make it attractive, make it easy, and make it satisfying–providing a practical framework for implementing positive changes in various aspects of life How incremental changes are key to habit formation–a discussion on the concept of making one percent changes consistently, highlighting the importance of small, sustainable improvements over time; An introduction to Catholic Psych Institute's New Years Revolution Coaching Program–a one-month daily accompaniment experience for individuals seeking support in their journey towards positive change; An integration of psychological insights with a spiritual perspective in creating sustainable changes for the year, encouraging listeners to embrace the responsibility for personal growth, acknowledging the grace available through prayer, and a desire for positive change.   Resources mentioned or relevant:  Integrated Life Community New Years Revolution Atomic Habits by James Clear James Clear Website    Need help? Schedule a free consultation call with someone on our team to discuss how we can support you; Learn more about our CPMAP Certification! Sign up for Being Human, our weekly newsletter, for encouragement on your journey of becoming the best human you can be; Visit our website to read the CatholicPsych blog, shop in the CatholicPsych bookshop, or discover other resources we have available;  Download The Integrated App for access to free audio exercises, the Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retreat, courses, prayer resources, and more;  Become a member of the Integrated Life Community to get access to every course Dr. Greg has created, plus the opportunity to participate in Integrated LIVE's - weekly, Mentor hosted Q&As covering topics like boundaries, communication, trauma, forgiveness, and more! Follow us on Instagram: @catholicpsych.  Contact us! Have a topic or a question you would like Dr. Greg to address on the podcast? Want to give some feedback about this episode? Email us at beinghuman@catholicpsych.com - we would love to hear from you!   Rate, review, and subscribe Please help us in our mission to integrate the Faith with Psychology by hitting subscribe and also sharing this podcast with your friends. Please consider rating or leaving a review of our show. It helps us reach other Catholics just like you who want to become more integrated, whole, and happy human beings. For Apple podcasts, click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate 5 stars, and choose “write a review.” Then type your sincere thoughts about the show! If you haven't already, make sure to subscribe so you don't miss out on any episodes. Subscribe to the podcast now!    

EP073: Dr. Greg BottaroWhat is a man? And have you heard of the “masculine genius?”Men today are constantly told their masculinity is “toxic,” but is that really the case? Dr. Greg Bottaro of the Catholic Psych Institute joins Mary on the EDIFY Podcast to unpack the neuroscience behind the “masculine genius” and how it relates to male and female complementarity. From traditional gender roles, to the role of science in the pursuit of truth, this episode digs deep into key aspects of our society's confusion.  To learn more from Dr. Bottaro, listen to his podcast, Being Human, here.Watch: It's Not About The Nail Follow us on social media! Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | YouTube

 In this episode, my guest Dr. Greg Bottaro of the CatholicPsych Institute shares with us the most important thing he wants us to remember about borderline personality dynamics, the things that Catholics and non-Catholics most often misunderstand about borderline presentations, and his takeaways about borderline "personalities."  We then open the floor to these questions from our live audience: 1) How do you stay in relationship with someone who is threatening to harm themselves, you, or other family members?  2) Are anger and anxiety typical coping mechanisms for those with borderline characteristics? 3)  I think I may have borderline personality with a strong strain of self-hatred.  What is the role of concupiscence and wounds in borderline personality?  4) How would a Catholic parent with a spouse with Borderline Personality Disorder characteristics navigate teaching or picking up the pieces with young children who witness severe emotional dysregulation on a regular basis without undermining the spouse or triangulating?  5)  Someone brought to my awareness that they see BPD characteristics in me.  How do I approach true authentic healing so that I don't wound others, while not falling into the trap of getting a formal diagnosis to justify my actions or over-spiritualizing, trying to pray it away or just go to confession?  6) How do I help my young adult son who is married to someone I suspect has BPD characteristics who is now cutting off communication with us and who is not taking care of himself and who has said he is in turmoil when his wife, my daughter-in-law, who seems controlling and needing lots of "space"? 

Dr. Greg Bottaro, Founder and Director of the CatholicPsych Institute, unpacks what it means for us to "be the light" in today's world.At the CatholicPsych Institute, we're doing something new when it comes to therapy. In the Being Human Podcast, Dr. Greg Bottaro, Founder and Director of the CatholicPsych Institute, shares with you his vision for Catholic therapy and a revolutionary approach that is focused, finally, on what it means to be human.Register for SEEK24 here: https://seek.focus.org/

Wanna hear some great content around the topic of failure & adversity? How to get out of your head and find success? How bout this.... Understanding that time doesn't matter in your day-to-day schedule. Today's podcast guest is Dr. Greg Bottaro, a Catholic psychologist, who is the director of the CatholicPsych Institute and the CatholicPsych Academy. Before getting his doctorate, he spent four years living as a Franciscan friar, serving the poor in the tradition of St. Francis. He ultimately discerned a call to pursue family life. After leaving NYC as a friar, Dr. Bottaro returned as a psychologist. His aim is fundamentally the same - to serve. We had a blast recording this video podcast. Enjoy all of the awesome sauce inside.

Welcome to Episode 125 of the Being Human Podcast:  Following the Holy Spirit, Theology of the Body, CatholicPsych…and Other Tangents: An Interview w/ Dr. Greg (Part 1)   In this week's episode, Dr. Greg goes on a tangent (lots of them actually)! As a recent guest on his pastor's podcast, The Tangent with Fr. Sam Kachuba, Dr. Greg shared his thoughts about the field of psychology, why integration is important, what we can learn from brain research, and much more.  Here's part one of the re-published conversation with Fr. Sam Kachuba and co-host Matt Sperrazza!   Discussed in the episode:  Do people rooted in their faith tend to avoid therapy? The need to balance incorporating one's faith into therapy while also avoiding over-spiritualization of issues;  Resistance that happens when your therapist's beliefs don't align with your own; The path toward perfection as being in and through our humanity; The integrated, incarnational way to approach problems (you are your body, but you are not JUST your body); What is a telomere (and what can it tell us about the faith)? Why integrating scientific research into an understanding of psychology can help us in how we live out the Catholic faith;  The history of the CatholicPsych Institute and the development of IDDM.   Resources mentioned or relevant: The Tangent w/ Fr. Sam Kachuba podcast;  The Screwtape Letters by C.S. Lewis;  Books by Dr. Greg: The Mindful Catholic, Consecration to Jesus Through St. Joseph, and Sitting Like a Saint; Need help? Schedule a free 15-minute consultation call with someone on our team to discuss how we can support you; Learn about IDDM (Mentorship), our new model of accompaniment; Sign up for Being Human, our weekly newsletter, to stay up to date on the exciting developments at CatholicPsych; Visit our website to read the CatholicPsych blog, shop in the CatholicPsych bookshop, or discover other resources we have available;  Download The Integrated App for access to free audio exercises, the Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retreat, courses, prayer resources, and more;  Become a member of the Integrated Life Community to get access to every course Dr. Greg has created, plus the opportunity to participate in Integrated LIVE's - weekly, Mentor hosted Q&As covering topics like boundaries, communication, trauma, forgiveness, and more! Join the waitlist to be notified about our next Open House to learn more about the new CPMAP certification!   Contact us! Have a topic or a question you would like Dr. Greg to address on the podcast? Want to give some feedback about this episode? Email us at beinghuman@catholicpsych.com - we would love to hear from you!   Rate, review, and subscribe Please help us in our mission to integrate the Faith with Psychology by hitting subscribe and also sharing this podcast with your friends. Please consider rating or leaving a review of our show. It helps us reach other Catholics just like you who want to become more integrated, whole, and happy human beings. For Apple podcasts, click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate 5 stars, and choose “write a review.” Then type your sincere thoughts about the show! If you haven't already, make sure to subscribe so you don't miss out on any episodes. Subscribe to the podcast now!  

Do you feel like there's a constant battle inside of your brain with the different thoughts and feelings you're having? Today I'm joined by Dr. Greg Bottaro, a Catholic psychologist, who is going to talk us through the internal dialogue of a CEO at different stages of business growth.Dr. Greg discusses how we have different parts of ourselves which each individually have their own feelings, and past experiences, and they can take lead or sit in the background and stay quiet at times.I share my struggles with being a Visionary and still wanting to be a Rainmaker and how Dr. Greg helped me through this in today's episode. We discuss what it feels like as a Visionary and being afraid of not being your true self, afraid to share your vision so as to not scare your team away and the struggles of believing you can do it faster as the Visionary but still knowing you need the help of your team. Dr. Greg walks us through how to navigate your mind as a Visionary and why it's not just about how we manage the stuff up on the surface but about realizing there's a lot of stuff under the surface, in our minds, too.Learn more about my guest:Greg Bottaro, a Catholic psychologist, is the director of the CatholicPsych Institute and the CatholicPsych Academy. He developed the Catholic Mindfulness online course. Before getting his doctorate, he spent four years living as a Franciscan friar, serving the poor in the tradition of St. Francis.Dr. Greg's Links:Website: https://www.catholicpsych.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CatholicPsych/Mentorship: https://iddmentor.com/openhouseConnect with Veronica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vromney/If you're ready to transition from full-time Marketer to full-time Founder of your own business apply for the Rainmaker Residency™: https://rainmakerresidency.com/How I Turn Your Team Member Into A Revenue Generating Rainmaker For Your Company, Take a look at my Fortune 5 Framework™ Syllabus for FREE! https://rainmakerresidency.com/optin-rrsSkip the formal recruiting process and learn how to source Rainmaker applicants that are already connected to you: https://rainmakerresidency.com/rainmaker-hiring-kitDelving deep into the tough topics we often face as scaling business owners that AREN'T talked about often, sign up to The Rainmaker Report: https://rainmakerresidency.com/rainmaker-reportIf you found value in today's episode, I would appreciate it if you could leave a rating and review.

In this week's episode, we are joined by Dr. Greg Bottaro, founder of the CatholicPsych Institute, to discuss how men uniquely behave, communicate, and relate to those around us. We discuss how men and women are different and how both sexes can grow in holiness by learning how to understand and better communicate with each other. Dr. Greg gives us men the secret 5 steps plan to solve female problems. Dr. Greg Bottaro is a Catholic Psychologist who started the CatholicPscyh Instituted 12 years ago. He has recently launched a new certificate to train people in Catholic integrated Accompaniment (Mentorship). He is married and enjoys living with his wife and 7 children. He lives and practices in Connecticut. CatholicPsych Institute - Click Here The Being Human Podcast - Click Here Dr. Greg's Instagram - Click Here

Dr. Greg Bottaro, a Catholic psychologist, is the director of the CatholicPsych Institute and the CatholicPsych Academy. He spent four years living as a Franciscan friar, serving the poor in the tradition of St. Francis before discerning a call to pursue marriage and family life. Jackie & Bobby talk with Dr. Bottaro about integrated psychology, understanding proper human anthropology, and stories of healing. Check out https://www.catholicpsych.com/ to learn more about the CatholicPsych Institute, the "Being Human" podcast, and more! -- Thank you so much for listening! Please check out our website for more podcasts, videos, and articles: https://jackieandbobby.com/ And if you would like to support the production costs of this podcast, please prayerfully consider donating to our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/jackieandbobby

When we do away with differences, we kill diversity, and when we kill diversity we eradicate complementarity. Without complementarity, we might as well just go through life alone.That certainly seems to be the way things are heading.A lot of people might be triggered at the thought of biological, physiological, and phenomenological differences between men and women, but this is certainly not a Catholic approach. In this podcast, we bring on Dr. Greg Bottaro of the CatholicPsych Institute to share how we can have better marriages, friendships, and relationships with our kids when we see and receive the beautiful complementarity of God creating and resurrecting us, male and female.GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL! This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts.JOIN THE ACADEMY! Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership.

Discussed in this episode: What is narcissism, and what makes us vulnerable to it?  A listener's letter regarding how to balance being independent and relational;   A three-step paradigm to counteracting narcissism: self-awareness, self-ownership, self-gift; The false dichotomy between isolation and dependency;  Using objective moral criteria to determine how to be a gift of self; God as the ultimate source of our validation Resources mentioned or relevant: Podcast series on Mental Health and the Spiritual Life:  Episode 66: Self-Ownership or Self-Surrender: What's My Responsibility Episode 65: Self-Compassion vs. Self-Denial: Finding the Balance Become a member of the Integrated Life Community to get access to every course Dr. Greg has created, AND the opportunity to participate in our Integrated Life “App Groups” (time-limited, group experiences covering topics like trauma, boundaries, and forgiveness)! Download The Integrated App for access to free Mindfulness audio exercises, the Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retreat, Integrated Life Membership courses, and more; Sign up for our weekly newsletter, Being Human, to keep up with all the exciting things happening at CatholicPsych. Learn more about IDDM, Dr. Greg's new model of treatment!  Visit the CatholicPsych BookShop Need help? Schedule a free 15-minute consultation call! Read the CatholicPsych blog. Explore resources from the CatholicPsych Institute.  If there is a topic or a question you would like Dr. Greg to address, please email your request to beinghuman@catholicpsych.com. We would love to hear from you! Rate, review, and subscribe: Please help us in our mission to integrate the Faith with Psychology by hitting subscribe and also sharing this podcast with your friends. Also consider rating or leaving a review of our show. It helps us reach other Catholics just like you who want to become more integrated, whole, and happy human beings. For Apple podcasts, click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate 5 stars, and choose “write a review”. Then type your sincere thoughts about the show! If you haven't already, make sure to subscribe so you don't miss out on any episodes. Subscribe to the podcast now! 

Discussed in this episode:  What self-ownership means in relationship to abandonment to Divine Providence;  Extreme self-ownership and our capacity for greatness; The Catholic “both/and” as key;  The problem with “quietism”; Our call to be stewards of our individual path and the path of our community, while simultaneously being totally surrendered to God's will.   Resources mentioned or relevant: Hear the Catholic “both/and” discussed in Episode 65: Self-Compassion vs. Self-Denial: Finding the Balance;  Extreme Ownership by Jacko Willink and Leif Babin; Download the free Integrated App for audio exercises, prayer resources, the Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retreat, and more; Join The Integrated Life Membership which gives you access to every course Dr. Greg has created! Sign up for our weekly newsletter, Being Human, to keep up with all the exciting things happening at CatholicPsych. Learn about IDDM (Mentorship), Dr. Greg's new model of treatment; Sign up for the Consecration to Jesus through St. Joseph; To find out how Dr. Greg's team can help you, click here. To read the CatholicPsych blog, click here. For resources from the CatholicPsych Institute, click here.  If there is a topic or a question you would like Dr. Greg to address, please email your request to beinghuman@catholicpsych.com! We would love to hear from you. Rate, review, and subscribe Please help us in our mission to integrate the Faith with Psychology by hitting subscribe and also sharing this podcast with your friends. Please consider rating or leaving a review of our show. It helps us reach other Catholics just like you who want to become more integrated, whole, and happy human beings. For Apple podcasts, click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate 5 stars, and choose “write a review”. Then type your sincere thoughts about the show! If you haven't already, make sure to subscribe so you don't miss out on any episodes. Subscribe to the podcast now! 

Discussed in this episode:  “Become who you are.” - Pope St. John Paul II; How to make sense of our call to both take care of ourselves and enter into Christ's suffering through self-denial; Rooting our penance, mortification and sacrifice in our immense dignity as sons and daughters of God; The beauty of the Catholic mystery in the “both/and”; Your truest version of yourself is the saint version of yourself. Resources mentioned or relevant: Download The Integrated App for access to the St. Joseph Novena, audio exercises, the Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retreat, and more;  Consecration to Jesus through St. Joseph by Dr. Gregory Bottaro and Jennifer Settle; Join The Integrated Life Membership which gives you access to every course Dr. Greg has created! Sign up for our weekly newsletter, Being Human, to keep up with all the exciting things happening at CatholicPsych. To find out how Dr. Greg's team can help you, click here. To read the CatholicPsych blog, click here. For resources from the CatholicPsych Institute, click here.  If there is a topic or a question you would like Dr. Greg to address, please email your request to beinghuman@catholicpsych.com! We would love to hear from you. Rate, review, and subscribe Please help us in our mission to integrate the Faith with Psychology by hitting subscribe and also sharing this podcast with your friends. Please consider rating or leaving a review of our show. It helps us reach other Catholics just like you who want to become more integrated, whole, and happy human beings. For Apple podcasts, click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate 5 stars, and choose “write a review”. Then type your sincere thoughts about the show! If you haven't already, make sure to subscribe so you don't miss out on any episodes. Subscribe to the podcast now! 

Discussed in this episode:  What is attachment theory? The difference between attachment theory and attachment parenting;  Defining the four attachment styles: secure, anxious, avoidant and disorganized; How these styles can manifest themselves in adult relationships; Ways to heal from unhealthy attachments as an adult; Grounding ourselves in the deepest and most secure attachment relationship - our relationship with God the Father. Resources mentioned or relevant: Join the Integrated Life Membership to participate in our App Groups and to get access to all courses Dr. Greg has created!  Download the free Integrated App for access to Catholic Mindfulness audio exercises, the Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retreat, and more!  More on the Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retreat (available in the app as well); The Mindful Catholic book;  Introduction to Catholic Mindfulness course and Catholic Mindfulness 2: Discernment of Spirits course (both included in Integrated Life Membership!);  The first episode in our three-part series on relationships: Episode 61: Being Single (And Not Bitter About It) w/ Amy Grace Miller The second episode in our three-part series on relationships: Episode 62: Relationship Q&A with Married Therapists: An Interview with Dr. Bryan & Teresa Violette Sign up for our weekly newsletter, Being Human; To find out how Dr. Greg's team can help you, click here; To read the CatholicPsych blog, click here; For resources from the CatholicPsych Institute, click here; If there is a topic or a question you would like Dr. Greg to address, please email your request to beinghuman@catholicpsych.com! We would love to hear from you. Rate, review, and subscribe Please help us in our mission to integrate the Faith with Psychology by hitting subscribe and also sharing this podcast with your friends. Please consider rating or leaving a review of our show. It helps us reach other Catholics just like you who want to become more integrated, whole, and happy human beings. For Apple podcasts, click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate 5 stars, and choose “write a review”. Then type your sincere thoughts about the show! If you haven't already, make sure to subscribe so you don't miss out on any episodes. Subscribe to the podcast now! 

Discussed in this episode:  The second episode in our three-part series on relationships; What it's like to be a therapist couple;  How to offer fraternal correction in marriage while balancing your spouse's privacy and ability to help themselves;  The dynamic-ness of intimacy and the importance of allowing yourself to be loved;  How to ask for something without manipulating or forcing; Being authentically in touch with your emotions; The different styles of handling conflict; How to see differences as strengths;  How to bear one another's burdens in a healthy way. Resources mentioned or relevant: Catechism of the Catholic Church 1642; Three to Get Married by Ven. Fulton J. Sheen; Visit the CatholicPsych blog for articles on Relationships and Communication; Join The Integrated Life Membership which gives you access to every course Dr. Greg has created, including A Marriage Built to Last (an 8-part digital course on relationships!) + join our new app groups; Download The Integrated App for access to our free Marriage Mini-Course (located in the Bonus section of the app); Sign up for our free weekly newsletter, Being Human, to keep up with all the exciting things happening at CatholicPsych; To find out how Dr. Greg's team can help you, click here; For resources from the CatholicPsych Institute, click here If there is a topic or a question you would like Dr. Greg to address, please email your request to beinghuman@catholicpsych.com! We would love to hear from you. Rate, review, and subscribe Please help us in our mission to integrate the Faith with Psychology by hitting subscribe and also sharing this podcast with your friends. Please consider rating or leaving a review of our show. It helps us reach other Catholics just like you who want to become more integrated, whole, and happy human beings. For Apple podcasts, click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate 5 stars, and choose “write a review”. Then type your sincere thoughts about the show! If you haven't already, make sure to subscribe so you don't miss out on any episodes. Subscribe to the podcast now!

Discussed in this episode:  First episode of a three-part series on relationships;  How to patiently wait for a spouse while feeling constantly drawn to have a family;  How to overcome bitterness about being single; How to develop yourself as a gift; The tension between actively seeking a partner and trusting in God's providence; Keeping the means and the end in their proper places; Healing while single; How single and married people can support each other on the way to heaven;  Reorienting our hearts to God. Resources mentioned or relevant: Rules for Successful Online Dating video by Dr. Greg with .pdf of Rules in the description; Dr. Greg's Message to Single People; The One Most Important Quality to Look for in a Spouse blog article;  CatholicPsych's blog posts about healing; To find out how the CatholicPsych team can help you, click here. Download The Integrated App for access to audio exercises, the Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retreat, and more; Join The Integrated Life Membership which gives you access to every course Dr. Greg has created! Sign up for our weekly newsletter, Being Human, for resources in becoming healthier, holier, and more integrated For resources from the CatholicPsych Institute, click here.  If there is a topic or a question you would like Dr. Greg to address, please email your request to beinghuman@catholicpsych.com! We would love to hear from you. Rate, review, and subscribe Please help us in our mission to integrate the Faith with Psychology by hitting subscribe and also sharing this podcast with your friends. Please consider rating or leaving a review of our show. It helps us reach other Catholics just like you who want to become more integrated, whole, and happy human beings. For Apple podcasts, click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate 5 stars, and choose “write a review”. Then type your sincere thoughts about the show! If you haven't already, make sure to subscribe so you don't miss out on any episodes. Subscribe to the podcast now! 

Discussed in this episode:   A sneak peek inside the daily communication that happens in Mentorship;  The role our emotions play in decision-making and discernment; Finding the middle ground between stoicism and letting our passions take the lead;  The goodness of our passions and the necessity of boundaries around them; An analogy for integrating our emotions and passions with the appropriate limitations; How daily interactions facilitate forward momentum and personal growth  Resources mentioned or relevant: Find out more about IDDM (Mentorship) at https://www.iddmentor.com;  For resources from the CatholicPsych Institute, go to catholicpsych.com; Download The Integrated App for access to free audio exercises, the Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retreat, and more; Join The Integrated Life Membership which gives you access to every course Dr. Greg has created! Sign up for our weekly newsletter, Being Human, to keep up with all the exciting things happening at CatholicPsych. To find out how Dr. Greg's team can help you, click here. To read the CatholicPsych blog, click here.  If there is a topic or a question you would like Dr. Greg to address, please email your request to beinghuman@catholicpsych.com! We would love to hear from you. Rate, review, and subscribe Please help us in our mission to integrate the Faith with Psychology by hitting subscribe and also sharing this podcast with your friends. Please consider rating or leaving a review of our show. It helps us reach other Catholics just like you who want to become more integrated, whole, and happy human beings. For Apple podcasts, click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate 5 stars, and choose “write a review”. Then type your sincere thoughts about the show! If you haven't already, make sure to subscribe so you don't miss out on any episodes. Subscribe to the podcast now! 

Discussed in this episode:  A real response to a client in IDDM (Mentorship)!  Connecting the dots between a wound of abandonment and painful inner narratives; How different narratives and parts come into play; A sneaky way addictive behaviors can present themselves as good for us;  How the subconscious can affect the decisions we make on a daily basis.  Resources mentioned or relevant: Get more information on IDDM (Mentorship) - or apply to try it for yourself!; Watch a replay of our 2022 Town Hall; Download The Integrated App for access to audio exercises, the Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retreat, and more; Join The Integrated Life Membership which gives you access to every course Dr. Greg has created! Sign up for our weekly newsletter, Being Human, to keep up with all the exciting things happening at CatholicPsych. To find out how Dr. Greg's team can help you, click here. To read the CatholicPsych blog, click here. For resources from the CatholicPsych Institute, click here.  If there is a topic or a question you would like Dr. Greg to address, please email your request to beinghuman@catholicpsych.com! We would love to hear from you. Rate, review, and subscribe Please help us in our mission to integrate the Faith with Psychology by hitting subscribe and also sharing this podcast with your friends. Please consider rating or leaving a review of our show. It helps us reach other Catholics just like you who want to become more integrated, whole, and happy human beings. For Apple podcasts, click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate 5 stars, and choose “write a review”. Then type your sincere thoughts about the show! If you haven't already, make sure to subscribe so you don't miss out on any episodes. Subscribe to the podcast now! 

Discussed in this episode:  Meet Maureen Shepherd, a client who has experience being in IDDM (or Mentorship), our new program;  Maureen's journey to discovering IDDM after her husband's tragic death; Hesitations she experienced due to the novelty of the model, and what motivated her to try it out;   The impact of daily interactions with a Mentor; Surprising benefits of using this new model.  Resources mentioned or relevant: Register for Dr. Greg's Town Hall Meeting to learn more about Mentorship: what it is, how it works, and how others have benefitted from this new model;   Check out Being Human Podcast Episodes #1 - #9 for an indepth look at Mentorship;  Download The Integrated App for access to audio exercises, the Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retreat, and more resources for your mental health; Join The Integrated Life Membership which gives you access to every course Dr. Greg has created! Sign up for our weekly newsletter, Being Human, to keep up with all the exciting things happening at CatholicPsych. To find out how Dr. Greg's team can help you, click here. To read the CatholicPsych blog, click here. For resources from the CatholicPsych Institute, click here.  If there is a topic or a question you would like Dr. Greg to address, please email your request to beinghuman@catholicpsych.com! We would love to hear from you. Rate, review, and subscribe Please help us in our mission to integrate the Faith with Psychology by hitting subscribe and also sharing this podcast with your friends. Please consider rating or leaving a review of our show. It helps us reach other Catholics just like you who want to become more integrated, whole, and happy human beings. For Apple podcasts, click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate 5 stars, and choose “write a review”. Then type your sincere thoughts about the show! If you haven't already, make sure to subscribe so you don't miss out on any episodes. Subscribe to the podcast now! 

Discussed in this episode:  The power and importance of relationships in life and in mental health work; How the security of relationships creates a safe space for different parts of ourselves to emerge;  How early relationships shape our attachment, and the possibility of redeeming wounded attachments;  The richness of the Catholic tradition and how it points to truth; God's patient love for us; What parenthood reveals about God's love; Our intrinsic goodness and an exploration of why we behave in wounded ways;  An unexpected benefit of Mentorship.  Resources mentioned or relevant: Learn more about IDDM (or Mentorship), Dr. Greg's new model of mental health treatment; Amoris Laetitia by Pope Francis; God and the Astronomers by Robert Jastrow; A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens; Movie references (not all encompassing): Star Wars, Snow White, Maleficent, Good Fellas, Napoleon Dynamite; Download The Integrated App for access to audio exercises, the Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retreat, and more; Join The Integrated Life Membership which gives you access to every course Dr. Greg has created! Sign up for our weekly newsletter, Being Human, to keep up with all the exciting things happening at CatholicPsych. To find out how Dr. Greg's team can help you, click here. To read the CatholicPsych blog, click here. For resources from the CatholicPsych Institute, click here.  If there is a topic or a question you would like Dr. Greg to address, please email your request to beinghuman@catholicpsych.com! We would love to hear from you. Rate, review, and subscribe Please help us in our mission to integrate the Faith with Psychology by hitting subscribe and also sharing this podcast with your friends. Please consider rating or leaving a review of our show. It helps us reach other Catholics just like you who want to become more integrated, whole, and happy human beings. For Apple podcasts, click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate 5 stars, and choose “write a review”. Then type your sincere thoughts about the show! If you haven't already, make sure to subscribe so you don't miss out on any episodes. Subscribe to the podcast now! 

Discussed in this episode:  The responsibility of mental health clinicians to talk about God; Being co-authors of our story with God; The meaning, beauty and redemption that can come from suffering; Viktor Frankl, Man's Search for Meaning, and Logotherapy; Frankl's three core values on the pathway to meaning; Parallels between Viktor Frankl and Pope St. John Paul II;  The necessity of spirituality to human flourishing  Resources mentioned or relevant: Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl The Doctor and the Soul: From Psychotherapy to Logotherapy by Viktor Frankl Article: Viktor Frankl at Ninety: An Interview Hear the first episode in our podcast series on relationships: Episode 55: Talking to Yourself w/ Dr. Emily Dowdell; Scroll through our About Us page to learn more about Dr. Gerard;    Learn more about IDDM (or Mentorship), Dr. Greg's new model of mental health treatment; Download The Integrated App for access to free Catholic Mindfulness exercises and resources; Join The Integrated Life Membership which gives you access to every course Dr. Greg has created! Sign up for our weekly newsletter, Being Human, to keep up with the exciting things happening at CatholicPsych. To find out how Dr. Greg's team can help you, click here. To read the CatholicPsych blog, click here. For resources from the CatholicPsych Institute, click here.  If there is a topic or a question you would like Dr. Greg to address, please email your request to beinghuman@catholicpsych.com! We would love to hear from you. Rate, review, and subscribe Please help us in our mission to integrate the Faith with Psychology by hitting subscribe and also sharing this podcast with your friends. Please consider rating or leaving a review of our show. It helps us reach other Catholics just like you who want to become more integrated, whole, and happy human beings. For Apple podcasts, click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate 5 stars, and choose “write a review”. Then type your sincere thoughts about the show! If you haven't already, make sure to subscribe so you don't miss out on any episodes. Subscribe to the podcast now! 

Discussed in this episode: Meet Dr. Emily Dowdell; Our relationship with ourselves, and how it impacts our relationship with God and others;  The effects of negative self-talk; Where our real value and satisfaction lies; The dangers of self-criticism and ways in which we sabotage ourselves; How our perception of ourselves impacts our happiness; How Mentorship can help heal inner brokenness; The love and fulfillment that comes from God the Father. Resources mentioned or relevant: Kintsugi - a form of Japanese art where broken pottery is mended by putting fragmented pieces back together with gold. Learn more about Dr. Emily on the blog: “Mental Health Awareness Month: Meet Dr. Emily” Blog post on identity: “Who Are We, Really?” For more on Mentorship (IDDM), Dr. Greg's new model of treatment, visit here; To find out how Dr. Greg's team can help you, click here. Download The Integrated App for access to Catholic Mindfulness audio exercises, the Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retreat, and more; Join The Integrated Life Membership which gives you access to every course Dr. Greg has created! Sign up for our weekly newsletter, Being Human, to keep up with all the exciting things happening at CatholicPsych; To read the CatholicPsych blog, click here. For resources from the CatholicPsych Institute, click here.  If there is a topic or a question you would like Dr. Greg to address, please email your request to beinghuman@catholicpsych.com! We would love to hear from you. Rate, review, and subscribe Please help us in our mission to integrate the Faith with Psychology by hitting subscribe and also sharing this podcast with your friends. Please consider rating or leaving a review of our show. It helps us reach other Catholics just like you who want to become more integrated, whole, and happy human beings. For Apple podcasts, click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate 5 stars, and choose “write a review”. Then type your sincere thoughts about the show! If you haven't already, make sure to subscribe so you don't miss out on any episodes. Subscribe to the podcast now! 

Discussed in this episode:  Reasons why New Year's resolutions fail;  Solutions to the roadblocks to your New Year's resolution; The five stages of making a successful change: Stage 1: Precontemplation- When the reality of harmful behavior is present, but we don't recognize it Stage 2: Contemplation - When we start thinking about what making a change would look like Stage 3: Preparation - Starting to prepare to make the specific change Stage 4: Action - Taking action to make the specific change Stage 5: Maintenance - Figuring out how to stick to the change in the long run Stage 6: Relapse - Part of the change process is to fail  “Perfection is only attainable through our acceptance of failure.” - Dr. Greg Roadblocks to change: Trying to change too many things at once; Starting with a habit that is too big; Focusing too much on the outcome instead of the process; Not looking at the big picture; Thinking small changes don't matter Solutions to these roadblocks: Break down your resolution into multiple parts and realize how many things you are actually trying to change. Work on one thing at a time; Break down these parts into the sizes of the goals you are trying to achieve. Begin with an easy, achievable goal; Focus on behavior instead of outcome (example: going to the gym vs. losing a certain amount of weight); Structure your environment to nurture change; Realize that small, incremental changes will add up Resources mentioned or relevant: How to Win At New Year's Resolutions blog post Podcast episode on failure: Why Failure is a Good Thing Download The Integrated App for access to audio exercises, the Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retreat, and more. Join The Integrated Life Membership which gives you access to every course Dr. Greg has created, including the "Tricks to Building Habits Easily" course that walks you through the best ways to form new habits and stick to them. Sign up for our weekly newsletter, Being Human, to keep up with all the exciting things happening at CatholicPsych. For more on IDDM, Dr. Greg's new model of treatment, visit here. To find out how Dr. Greg's team can help you, click here. To read the CatholicPsych blog, click here. For resources from the CatholicPsych Institute, click here.  If there is a topic or a question you would like Dr. Greg to address, please email your request to beinghuman@catholicpsych.com! We would love to hear from you. Rate, review, and subscribe Please help us in our mission to integrate the Faith with Psychology by hitting subscribe and also sharing this podcast with your friends. Please consider rating or leaving a review of our show. It helps us reach other Catholics just like you who want to become more integrated, whole, and happy human beings. For Apple podcasts, click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate 5 stars, and choose “write a review”. Then type your sincere thoughts about the show! If you haven't already, make sure to subscribe so you don't miss out on any episodes. Subscribe to the podcast now! 

Discussed in this episode: Distinctions between spiritual direction and psychological help; Working on behalf of Christ vs. trying to be Christ; The complementarity of the members of the Body of Christ; The wisdom of the Church in giving limits; Recognizing your limits and the freedom that comes from doing this; Using all the resources God has given to you Resources mentioned or relevant: Donate to Fr. Louis Merosne's charity, Mission to the Beloved;  Fr. Louis Merosne's course, Exorcisms and the Spiritual Life; Download The Integrated App for access to Catholic Mindfulness audio exercises, the Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retreat, and more; Join The Integrated Life Membership which gives you access to every course Dr. Greg has created! Sign up for our weekly newsletter, Being Human, to keep up with all the exciting things happening at CatholicPsych; For more on IDDM, Dr. Greg's new model of treatment, visit here; To find out how Dr. Greg's team can help you, click here. To read the CatholicPsych blog, click here. For resources from the CatholicPsych Institute, click here.  If there is a topic or a question you would like Dr. Greg to address, please email your request to beinghuman@catholicpsych.com! We would love to hear from you. Rate, review, and subscribe Please help us in our mission to integrate the Faith with Psychology by hitting subscribe and also sharing this podcast with your friends. Please consider rating or leaving a review of our show. It helps us reach other Catholics just like you who want to become more integrated, whole, and happy human beings. For Apple podcasts, click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate 5 stars, and choose “write a review”. Then type your sincere thoughts about the show! If you haven't already, make sure to subscribe so you don't miss out on any episodes. Subscribe to the podcast now! 

Discussed in this episode:  The importance of self-stewardship; Human beings as made in the image and likeness of God; The difference between self-care and self-indulgence; The temptation to self-sufficiency; The goodness of self-help resources and their limitations; Every person's need for help; Teaching, witness, and application as the three levels of mentorship Resources mentioned or relevant: Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl Dr. Greg's new model of treatment - https://www.iddmentor.com; Download The Integrated App for access to free Mindfulness exercises, the Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retreat, and more; Join The Integrated Life Membership which gives you access to every course Dr. Greg has created! To find out how Dr. Greg's team can help you, click here. To read the CatholicPsych blog, click here. For resources from the CatholicPsych Institute, click here.  If there is a topic or a question you would like Dr. Greg to address, please email your request to beinghuman@catholicpsych.com! We would love to hear from you. Rate, review, and subscribe Please help us in our mission to integrate the Faith with Psychology by hitting subscribe and also sharing this podcast with your friends. Please consider rating or leaving a review of our show. It helps us reach other Catholics just like you who want to become more integrated, whole, and happy human beings. For Apple podcasts, click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate 5 stars, and choose “write a review”. Then type your sincere thoughts about the show! If you haven't already, make sure to subscribe so you don't miss out on any episodes. Subscribe to the podcast now!

Discussed in this episode: The different types of addictions; Limitations of the medical model in treating addictions; Strengths and weaknesses of 12-step programs; The influences of Protestant theology in addictions work and how this differs from a Catholic anthropology; The importance of recognizing our core identity as a son or daughter of God; Human beings as body-soul composites; Resources mentioned or relevant: "For I do not do the good I want, but I do the evil I do not want.” - St. Paul, Romans 7:19; Download The Integrated App for access to audio exercises, the Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retreat, and more;  Join The Integrated Life Membership which gives you access to every course Dr. Greg has created! Dr. Greg's new model of treatment - https://www.iddmentor.com; To find out how Dr. Greg's team can help you, click here; To read the CatholicPsych blog, click here; For resources from the CatholicPsych Institute, click here.  If there is a topic or a question you would like Dr. Greg to address, please email your request to beinghuman@catholicpsych.com! We would love to hear from you. Rate, review, and subscribe Please help us in our mission to integrate the Faith with Psychology by hitting subscribe and also sharing this podcast with your friends. Please consider rating or leaving a review of our show. It helps us reach other Catholics just like you who want to become more integrated, whole, and happy human beings. For Apple podcasts, click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate 5 stars, and choose “write a review”. Then type your sincere thoughts about the show! If you haven't already, make sure to subscribe so you don't miss out on any episodes. Subscribe to the podcast now! 

Discussed in this episode: The different types of anxiety;  Unhealthy coping mechanisms we use to deal with feeling overwhelmed; Examples of overwhelm from Dr. Greg's life; Presenting issues vs. underlying issues; The present moment as the best antidote to overwhelm;  Using Catholic Mindfulness to tap into the present moment Resources mentioned or relevant: Download The Integrated App to access free Catholic Mindfulness exercises; Learn Catholic Mindfulness through the Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retreat; Go deeper with Catholic Mindfulness 2: Discernment of Spirits course; Join The Integrated Life Membership to get access to all Catholic Mindfulness courses; Learn more about IDDM, our new model of treatment; To find out how the CatholicPsych team can help you, click here. To read the CatholicPsych blog, click here. For resources from the CatholicPsych Institute, click here.  If there is a topic or a question you would like Dr. Greg to address, please email your request to beinghuman@catholicpsych.com! We would love to hear from you. Rate, review, and subscribe Please help us in our mission to integrate the Faith with Psychology by hitting subscribe and also sharing this podcast with your friends. Please consider rating or leaving a review of our show. It helps us reach other Catholics just like you who want to become more integrated, whole, and happy human beings. For Apple podcasts, click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate 5 stars, and choose “write a review”. Then type your sincere thoughts about the show! If you haven't already, make sure to subscribe so you don't miss out on any episodes. Subscribe to the podcast now! 

In this episode, we talk about: Difficulties students are facing as a result of Covid; The effects of the pandemic on mental health; Adjustment Disorder vs. Post Traumatic Stress Disorder; Post traumatic growth; The psychological consequences of not having faith; How peace is possible; The importance of having a worldview in which we are not responsible for everything;  Abandonment to Divine Providence; Catholic Mindfulness; The example of Bishop James Conley  Resources mentioned or relevant: For resources from the CatholicPsych Institute, click here; Find out more about the Integrated Life Membership; Download The Integrated App for access to audio exercises, the Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retreat, and more; Dr. Greg's new model of treatment - https://www.iddmentor.com; Consecration to Jesus through St. Joseph; To find out how Dr. Greg's team can help you, click here; To read the CatholicPsych blog, click here.  If there is a topic or a question you would like Dr. Greg to address, please email your request to beinghuman@catholicpsych.com! We would love to hear from you. Rate, review, and subscribe Please help us in our mission to integrate the Faith with Psychology by hitting subscribe and also sharing this podcast with your friends. Please consider rating or leaving a review of our show. It helps us reach other Catholics just like you who want to become more integrated, whole, and happy human beings. For Apple podcasts, click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate 5 stars, and choose “write a review”. Then type your sincere thoughts about the show! If you haven't already, make sure to subscribe so you don't miss out on any episodes. Subscribe to the podcast now! 

In this episode, we talk about: The reality of spiritual warfare; How to support Fr. Louis' parish and community in Haiti; The authority given by Christ to the Church; The authority of exorcists and the authority given to all Christians at baptism; Who the enemy is;  What exorcisms are;  The difference between exorcism and prayers of liberation/deliverance Resources mentioned or relevant: Fr. Louis Merosne's course Exorcisms and the Spiritual Life;  Donate to Mission Heal Haiti;  Download The Integrated App for access to audio exercises, the Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retreat, and more;  Dr. Greg's new model of treatment - https://www.iddmentor.com;  Consecration to Jesus through St. Joseph;  To find out how Dr. Greg's team can help you, click here.  To read the CatholicPsych blog, click here.  For resources from the CatholicPsych Institute, click here.  If there is a topic or a question you would like Dr. Greg to address, please email your request to beinghuman@catholicpsych.com! We would love to hear from you. Rate, review, and subscribe: Please help us in our mission to integrate the Faith with Psychology by hitting subscribe and also sharing this podcast with your friends. Please consider rating or leaving a review of our show. It helps us reach other Catholics just like you who want to become more integrated, whole, and happy human beings. For Apple podcasts, click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate 5 stars, and choose “write a review”. Then type your sincere thoughts about the show! If you haven't already, make sure to subscribe so you don't miss out on any episodes. Subscribe to the podcast now!

In this episode, we talk about: Authentic community;  The pseudo-connectedness of social media;  Gauging how much time is “ok” on social media;  The definition of “rest” and true recharging/replenishing behavior;  The biological implications of interacting vs. being “fed”;  Finding who you can trust with your mental health;  The origins of the Integrated Life Membership;  New! Groups in the Integrated Life Membership (Join before October 22nd to join a group!) Resources mentioned or relevant: Download The Integrated App for access to audio exercises, the Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retreat, and more;  Join The Integrated Life Membership which gives you access to unpublished archives of rare footage of Fr. Benedict Groeschel, in addition to every course Dr. Greg has created!   Dr. Greg's new model of treatment - https://www.iddmentor.com;  Consecration to Jesus through St. Joseph;  To find out how Dr. Greg's team can help you, click here.  To read the CatholicPsych blog, click here.  For resources from the CatholicPsych Institute, click here.  If there is a topic or a question you would like Dr. Greg to address, please email your request to beinghuman@catholicpsych.com! We would love to hear from you. Rate, review, and subscribe Please help us in our mission to integrate the Faith with Psychology by hitting subscribe and also sharing this podcast with your friends. Please consider rating or leaving a review of our show. It helps us reach other Catholics just like you who want to become more integrated, whole, and happy human beings. For Apple podcasts, click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate 5 stars, and choose “write a review”. Then type your sincere thoughts about the show! If you haven't already, make sure to subscribe so you don't miss out on any episodes. Subscribe to the podcast now! 

In this episode, we talk about: Introducing Dr. Bryan Violette;     How Fr. Benedict influenced Dr. Bryan;     The value of joy in the spiritual life;     What Fr. Benedict's life teaches us about evangelization;    The individuality of holiness;    Holiness as a process and an ongoing journey;    Resources mentioned or relevant: Download The Integrated App for access to audio exercises, the Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retreat, and more;  Join The Integrated Life Membership which gives you access to unpublished archives of rare footage of Fr. Benedict Groeschel, in addition to every course Dr. Greg has created!   Dr. Greg's new model of treatment - https://www.iddmentor.com;  Consecration to Jesus through St. Joseph;  To find out how Dr. Greg's team can help you, click here.  To read the CatholicPsych blog, click here.  For resources from the CatholicPsych Institute, click here.  If there is a topic or a question you would like Dr. Greg to address, please email your request to beinghuman@catholicpsych.com! We would love to hear from you. Rate, review, and subscribe Please help us in our mission to integrate the Faith with Psychology by hitting subscribe and also sharing this podcast with your friends. Please consider rating or leaving a review of our show. It helps us reach other Catholics just like you who want to become more integrated, whole, and happy human beings. For Apple podcasts, click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate 5 stars, and choose “write a review”. Then type your sincere thoughts about the show! If you haven't already, make sure to subscribe so you don't miss out on any episodes. Subscribe to the podcast now!

In this episode, we talk about: Fr. Agustino's vocation story with the CFR friars;  The blessing of Fr. Benedict Groeschel, CFR, on our lives;  Lessons from Fr. Benedict about the power of personal encounter;  Fr. Benedict's gift for “trouble”;  Finding opportunities for people to do good;  Bridging the gap between the secular and religious;   Fr. Benedict as an example of true integration;  Resources mentioned or relevant: Learn more about (and donate to!) the CFRs;  Download The Integrated App for access to audio exercises, the Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retreat, and more;  Dr. Greg's new model of treatment - https://www.iddmentor.com;  Consecration to Jesus through St. Joseph;  To find out how Dr. Greg's team can help you, click here.  To read the CatholicPsych blog, click here.  For resources from the CatholicPsych Institute, click here.  If there is a topic or a question you would like Dr. Greg to address, please email your request to beinghuman@catholicpsych.com! We would love to hear from you. Rate, review, and subscribe Please help us in our mission to integrate the Faith with Psychology by hitting subscribe and also sharing this podcast with your friends. Please consider rating or leaving a review of our show. It helps us reach other Catholics just like you who want to become more integrated, whole, and happy human beings. For Apple podcasts, click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate 5 stars, and choose “write a review”. Then type your sincere thoughts about the show! If you haven't already, make sure to subscribe so you don't miss out on any episodes. Subscribe to the podcast now!

In this episode, we talk about: Integration as bringing together the different pieces that make us human;   Why we should care about holiness;  St. Thomas Aquinas and the ultimate end: happiness;  How seeking holiness is seeking true happiness;  How God makes himself vulnerable to us;  What God's law reveals about His heart;  Resources mentioned or relevant: Download The Integrated App; Dr. Greg's new model of treatment - https://www.iddmentor.com;  The Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retreat;  Consecration to Jesus through St. Joseph;  To find out how Dr. Greg's team can help you, click here.  To read the CatholicPsych blog, click here.  For resources from the CatholicPsych Institute, click here.  If there is a topic or a question you would like Dr. Greg to address, please email your request to beinghuman@catholicpsych.com! We would love to hear from you. Rate, review, and subscribe Please help us in our mission to integrate the Faith with Psychology by hitting subscribe and also sharing this podcast with your friends. Please consider rating or leaving a review of our show. It helps us reach other Catholics just like you who want to become more integrated, whole, and happy human beings. For Apple podcasts, click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate 5 stars, and choose “write a review”. Then type your sincere thoughts about the show! If you haven't already, make sure to subscribe so you don't miss out on any episodes. Subscribe to the podcast now!