Psyched to Practice

By: Dr. Ray Christner and Paul Wagner
  • Summary

  • Join us as your hosts, Dr. Ray Christner and Paul Wagner, as we explore the far reaches of mental health and share this experience with you. We’re going to cover a wide variety of topics in and related to the field, as well as having experts share their findings and their passion for mental health. We look forward to taking this adventure with you and hope we can get you Psyched!“ Be well, and stay psyched!”
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Episodes
  • Masters in Practice: Becoming and Educational Detective, Executive Functioning Stratgies that Work
    Apr 4 2025

    In this episode of the Psyched to Practice Podcast, Justin Rubenstein discusses his journey into school psychology and his specialization in executive functions. In this conversation, Paul and Ray engage with Justin to explore the intricate relationship between executive functioning, emotional regulation, and motivation in children and adolescents. They discuss the importance of involving parents in the therapeutic process, the role of self-management in fostering emotional stability, and effective strategies for enhancing motivation. The discussion also highlights the significance of language in shaping motivation and the necessity of consistency in therapeutic interventions.


    Justin's Practice: https://solutionsforeducationllc.com/

    To hear more and stay up to date with Paul Wagner, MS, LPC and Ray Christner, Psy.D., NCSP, ABPP visit our website at:


    http://www.psychedtopractice.com


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    “Be well, and stay psyched”


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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • Bonus Episode: Reflecting on The Problem with Men
    Mar 28 2025

    In this episode of the Psyched to Practice Podcast, host Paul Wagner reflects on the recent episode, The Problem with Men, and shares how it has helped in addressing emotional intelligence, particularly focusing on alexithymia. He shares practical insights and strategies for therapists to help clients articulate their emotions and cope with anxiety, emphasizing the need for safe environments to express feelings and the value of psychoeducation in therapy.

    To hear more and stay up to date with Paul Wagner, MS, LPC and Ray Christner, Psy.D., NCSP, ABPP visit our website at:


    http://www.psychedtopractice.com


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    “Be well, and stay psyched”


    #mentalhealth #podcast #psychology #psychedtopractice #counseling #socialwork #MentalHealthAwareness #ClinicalPractice #mentalhealth #podcast

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    11 mins
  • Masters in Practice: The Problem with Men w/ Ron Levant
    Mar 21 2025

    In this episode of the Psyched to Practice Podcast, Dr. Ron Levant shares his journey from a troubled childhood to becoming a leading figure in the psychology of men and masculinity. He discusses his personal experiences with trauma, the impact of the pandemic on mental health, and the themes explored in his memoir, 'The Problem with Men.' Dr. Levant also delves into the concept of normative male alexithymia, the challenges men face in expressing emotions, and the importance of emotional awareness in parenting. In this conversation, the speaker discusses the concept of normative male alexithymia, exploring how societal norms shape men's emotional expression and the challenges they face in therapy. The discussion covers therapeutic approaches to help men articulate their emotions, the importance of developing emotional vocabulary, and the impact of emotional policing on men's internal experiences. The conversation also touches on how these dynamics affect parenting and the common mistakes clinicians make when working with men. The speaker emphasizes the need for clinicians to recognize the difficulties men face in seeking therapy and offers key takeaways for effective practice.


    The Problem with Men: https://a.co/d/7u4wA4D


    The Problem with Men Kindle: https://a.co/d/eUzG4RN

    To hear more and stay up to date with Paul Wagner, MS, LPC and Ray Christner, Psy.D., NCSP, ABPP visit our website at:


    http://www.psychedtopractice.com


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    https://www.buzzsprout.com/2007098/share


    “Be well, and stay psyched”


    #mentalhealth #podcast #psychology #psychedtopractice #counseling #socialwork #MentalHealthAwareness #ClinicalPractice #mentalhealth #podcast

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    52 mins

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