Psyched to Practice
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!”
Psyched to Practice
Latest Episodes
Practice in Action: Wearable Insights
Smartwatches, fitness trackers, smart rings, and other wearable devices are collecting more health data than ever before—but what does that mean for mental health care?In this episode, Paul Wagner and Dr. Dan Florell explore t...
Practice in Action: Boundaries vs Avoidance
Boundaries are often presented as the answer to difficult relationships, workplace stress, and emotional well-being. But what happens when a boundary is actually avoidance in disguise? In this episode, Paul Wagner and Ray Christner explore the ...
Practice in Action: Diagnosing Differentially
What happens when the symptoms fit… but the diagnosis doesn’t?In this episode of Psyched to Practice, Paul Wagner and Ray Christner break down the messy reality of differential diagnosis and why so many mental health conditions can look ...
Masters in Practice: Prolonged Exposure for PTSD: Innovations to Improve Access, Engagement, and Outcomes
Why do so many therapists hesitate to use exposure therapy for PTSD, even when the research strongly supports it?In this episode of the Psyched to Practice podcast, Ray sits down with Dr. Carmen McLean and Dr. Elizabeth Goetter to unpack...
Practice in Action: It's the Final (School Year) Countdown!
As the school year winds down, many students hit a wall. They’re tired, overwhelmed, and often feel like it doesn’t even matter anymore. Missing assignments pile up, motivation drops, and even high-achieving students start to question whether i...