The Teaching Journeys Podcast

In this episode of The Teaching Journeys Podcast, Dave has a conversation with Aly Bird, about her journey following the sudden death of her husband ,her book and what it takes to become an effective ally to someone who is grieving the death of a loved one.Aly's Bio:Since her husband’s untimely death, Aly Bird has poured her heart into helping those who feel helpless during an unexpected crisis. Her extensive study of grief psychology and culture, combined with her own devastating first-hand knowledge, led her to create a roadmap for those committed to supporting the bereaved. A registered psychotherapist (qualifying), coach, and speaker, Aly offers a clear path to those who have the courage to take on the vital role of being a grief ally. Learn more about Aly at www.alybird.com.The Teaching Journeys podcast is available on all of your favorite podcast platforms.To find out more about Dave , go to bootsyandangel.com and psychologyprofessorandminister.com

In this episode of The Teaching Journeys Podcast, Dave welcomes back Suzanne Chabot, and we have a fascinating discussion about both her brother's and daughter's recall of past life experiences and the therapeutic benefit that past life recall can have during our present lifetimes. We also look at the contributions/findings of Ian Stevenson, Jim Tucker and Brian Weiss, all science based individuals, as it relates to past life and reincarnation phenomena.Suzanne's BioSuzanne Chabot is both a registered professional nurse and a licensed marriage family therapist. Most of her clinical experience has been in mental and community health.For Suzanne, the most rewarding time as a nurse has been working with inpatient psychiatric. Patients battling eating disorders, as well as managing a clinic, providing care to high need populations, including refugees from a variety of nations. As a therapist, Suzanne sees couples and adults. She has worked with a wide range of clientele from both Manhattan and Central New York.Her areas of expertise also include relationship difficulties, navigating lifecycle transitions, eating disorders, and anxiety. Suzanne's work, . It works collaboratively with her clients utilizing somatic therapy techniques and narrative therapy as her foundation, while also interweaving from the models of dialectical behavioral therapy, attachment theory, and the Gottman method. To obtain Suzanne's contact information, she suggests going to her website: https://www.heartinhandtherapy.com/The Teaching Journeys Podcast is available on all of your favorite podcast platforms. To find out more about Dave, go to : bootsyandangel.com and psychologyprofessorandminister.com

In this episode of The Teaching Journeys Podcast, Dave speaks with Celeste Fernandez, founder of Mindfull Presence, about how embracing spiritual perspectives allowed her to transform her life.Celeste's BioCeleste Fernandez is a High-Impact Transformational Coach and the heart behind Mindfull Presence. With a 12-year journey that zigzagged from healthcare to corporate offices and even construction rooftops, Celeste has lived the quest for purpose in various cities across the country. Her "aha" moment came one day, where she saw others living their dreams while feeling like a ship without a compass. That's when Mindfull Presence was born—a sanctuary for high-achievers to find clarity, embrace change, and build resilience. Drawing on her own path and proven methods, Celeste is here to fast-track your journey to a fulfilling life, saving you the years of searching she once faced.Celeste can be contacted through her website mindfullpresence.com , on Instagram at Mindfull Presence ,or email at [email protected] Teaching Journeys Podcast can be found on all of your favorite podcast platforms. To find out more about Dave , you can go to bootsyandangel.com and psychologyprofessorandminister.com

In this episode of The Teaching Journeys Podcast, Dave speaks with Kathy Gleason. Drawing on Kathy's vast experience as a caregiver, Dave explores with Kathy among other things, the joys and challenges of caregiving and and available resources and tools to support caregivers all over.Kathy's BioKathy Gleason is the co-host of the podcast As I Live and Grieve. She has worked and continued to volunteer in the realm of hospice and palliative care. Her greatest knowledge of grief is because she is a griever. Four times in her life Kathy has lost someone vital. Each experience was different. Kathy believes grief is a lifelong state. And that we learn to live with our grief and continue. You can look for Kathy's podcast on any podcast app. She can also be reached through her website: or you can email her at [email protected] For those who prefer social media, you can find her on Facebook as well.The Teaching Journeys Podcast can be found on all of your favorite podcast platforms. To find out more about Dave you may go to bootsyandangel.com or psychologyprofessorandminister.com

In this episode of The Teaching Journeys Podcast, Dave speaks with Emmy Vadnais, OTR/L about Intuition and Holistic Healing and how they can improve our quality of life and overall health.Emmy's Bio:Emmy Vadnais, OTR/L, is an Occupational Therapist, Intuitive Healer, Health Coach, teacher, consultant, and writer. She provides holistic and integrative healthcare and intuitive development education to healthcare practitioners and organizations. She is author of Intuitive Development: How to Trust Your Inner Knowing for Guidance with Relationships, Health, and Spirituality. Emmy provides intuitive development coaching and training. She is the founder and director of the Holistic OT Community at HolisticOT.org that supports OTs interested in or practicing integrative health, wellness, and prevention. Emmy is CoHost of the New Thinking Allowed YouTube Channel with Jeffrey Mishlove, PhD at NewThinkingAllowed.com. She is in private practice in St. Paul, MN. Her website is EmmyVadnais.comThe Teaching Journeys Podcast is available on all of your favorite podcast platforms To find out more about Dave please go to bootsyandangel.com and psychologyprofessorandminister.com

In this episode of Teaching Journeys Podcast , Dave speaks with Kayla J. Spivey about among other things, her most impactful creation From The Ashes , it was almost a 7 foot by 7 foot deconstructed quilt made out of 441 individual porcelain tiles were hand pressed with five different types of fabric, to create unique patterns. By using her deceased mother's ashes as a medium, she was able to integrate her grief by transforming the relationship with her.Kayla's BioKayla J. Spivey, an emerging artist hailing from Utica, New York, delves into the captivating realm of ceramic arts, intertwining her creative pursuits with her educational background.Holding an M. S. in Pharmacology and Toxicology from Michigan State a unique perspective to her artistic endeavors. Alongside her artistic pursuits, Kayla is a scientific writer for Thermo Fisher Scientific. Her diverse skill set seemingly bridges the worlds of scientific communication and artistic creation. Kayla's artistic journey has been marked by a relentless dedication to creative expression.She further honed her skills through community education ceramics classes at Munson, previously known as Munson Williams Proctor Arts Institute. in Utica, New York, nurturing her craft with fervor and precision. Kayla's artistry emanates from a harmonious convergence of methodical proficiency, emotional depth, and an unwavering dedication to her craft. She invites viewers on a transformative journey through the myriad of human emotions to evoke a profound connection with each individual piece.To find out more about Kayla and her art, she invites you to go to her websiteKayla can also be found on InstagramThe Teaching Journeys Podcast is available on your favorite podcast platforms. To find out more about Dave, you can go to bootsyandangel.com and psychologyprofessorandminster.com

In this episode of The Teaching Journeys Podcast, Dave speaks with Rebecca Austill-Clausen about Reiki, what it is and how it can improve mental and physical health. We also discuss the existence of empirical evidence to support the role of reiki in improving both Physical and mental health outcomesRebecca Austill- Clausen, is an occupational therapist a Reiki master, award winning author, and inspirational speaker. She has extensive experience in Reiki, after death communication, shamanism, meditation, sound healing, and automatic writing. After 20 years, Rebecca finally gained the courage to share her journey, sold her large rehabilitation private practice, and her award winning book, Changemaker, How My Brother's Death Woke Up My Life, was published by SheWritesPress.Becky taught Reiki for the third year in a row at the International Association for Near Death Studies annual conference in Arlington, Virginia on Wednesday, August 30th.In person. She has taught Reiki at every in-person American Occupational Therapy Association annual conference since 2015. To contact Becky you can email her at [email protected] or go to her website rebeccaaustillclausen.com Her book Change Maker is available on Amazon.The Teaching Journeys Podcast is available on Apple, Spotify and other podcast platforms.To find out more about Dave Roberts go to bootsyandangel.com and psychologyprofessorandminister.com

In this episode of The Teaching Journeys Podcast, Dave has a discussion with Carla Blowey about all things projective dream work.Carla is a certified DreamWork facilitator through the Marin Institute for Projective Dream Work with founder Dr. Jeremy Taylor. The author of Dreaming Kevin, The Path to Healing, and a bereaved mother of 32 years. Carla facilitates individuals and group dream work sessions on site and online and presents dream work programs for support groups and national bereavement organizations. Weaving the values of spirituality with personal loss and transition for psychological and spiritual growth, Carla invites the dream images to speak their truth, creating a space for grace to nourish and love to flourish.Carla's book Dreaming Kevin: The Path to Healing (2014 Expanded Edition is available on Amazon . To find out about Carla's workshops and opportunities for individual dream work , go to dreamingkevin.com She can also be emailed at [email protected] Teaching Journeys Podcast is available on Apple, Spotify and other podcast platforms. To find out more about Dave Roberts ,please go to bootsyandangel.com and psychologyprofessorandminister.com

Sam Castle is a certified behavioral health professional with over 12 years of experience, specializing in NLP (Neuro Linguistic Programming) and trauma-informed coaching. At BeYouDoYou.com, Sam provides a safe space for individuals seeking support on their journey of personal growth and healing. With a passion for empowering others,Sam's transformative approach combines deep empathy, proven techniques, and a commitment to helping clients break free from the past and embrace their authentic selves. Through the "Be You Do You" podcast, Sam shares inspiring stories and insights from diverse individuals, while actively working towards ending suicide in the queer community. The next part is Sam's words.In 2018 is when I ultimately made the decision to choose me and my happiness. And so that's when I started my journey to gender transitioning from female to male.The Teaching Journeys Podcast is available on Apple, Spotify and other sites where podcasts are offered. To find out more about Dave , go to bootsyandangel.com and psychologyprofessorandminister.com

In the opening episode of the second season of The Teaching Journeys Podcast, Dave speaks with Michael Gershe . Michael is a survivor of a drunk driving crash that killed his mother and nearly himself when he was eight weeks old. Despite breaking almost all his bones in the crash, he went on to become a collegiate swimmer, a comedian, a speaker an author, a college educator and photographer.In 2015, he founded the Magic of Life Foundation, a non profit organization that helps his mission in eliminating impaired driving, making communities safer, and empowering people to make better choices in life. In 2019, he published his memoir, The Magic of Life, A Son's Story After Tragedy, Grief and a Speedo.The reason I do my program is so you don't have to. This is my life. I don't want this to be yoursTo find out more about Michael or to get in touch with him go to his website: themagicoflife.org , Facebook and Linkedin.The Teaching Journeys Podcast is available on Apple, Spotify and other podcast platforms. To get in touch with Dave Roberts email him at : [email protected] To find out more about his work go to bootsyandangel.com and psychologyprofessorandminister.com

In the Season 1 ending episode of The Teaching Journeys Podcast, Dave has an intriguing conversation with Henry- Cameron Allen about how a peregrine falcon dream was the catalyst for Henry's quest to develop unique language conceptualizing the journey of a bereaved parent.. That conversation led to further discussion about what we believe are other tools and resources that sometimes get overlooked but are needed to move through grief, not only for parents, but anyone who has experienced catastrophic loss.Henry's Bio:Henry-Cameron Allen was steeped in world culture from an early age. Growing up in Europe and Latin America has had a profound impact on his work as an artist, educator, mentor, and parent. Surviving cancer, overcoming obesity, single parenting, and then outliving his beloved 13-year-old son to brain cancer in 2008, have taught him many lessons in courage, empowerment, and integrity. He lives with mobility and CPTSD disabilities, made easier with his amazing Assistance/Service dog Flat Stanley, who accompanies him through life's adventures. Among other things, Henry-Cameron is an international Grief & Survival Counselor, Theatre Director and Universal Life Skills Mentor currently based in a tiny, ancient, remote village Extremadura, Spain. To contact Henry and find out more about his work, please go to www.HenryCameronAllen.orgThe Teaching Journeys Podcast is available on Apple, Spotify and other podcast platforms. To find out more about Dave, please go to bootsyandangel.com or psychologyprofessorandminister.com

In this episode of The Teaching Journeys podcast, Dave speaks with Nesreen Ahmed, about, among other things, her life path following the death of her sister, the challenges of sibling grief, and how to be present for those effected by sibling loss.Nesreen's Bio:Nesreen Ahmed is the Founder and CEO of Harbor Light Coaching and specializes in grief, loss, and major change. She helps clients find peace after a loss, divorce or illness by supporting them in addressing their mindset, overcoming the hurdles of grief, and completing what’s unfinished. Nesreen holds the Professional Certified Coach credential from the International Coaching Federation and trained with grief expert, David Kessler, to become a Certified Grief Educator. She lives in New York City with husband and daughter and enjoys traveling, yoga and hiking. To contact Nesreen, please go to her website.The Teaching Journeys Podcast is available on Apple, Spotify and other podcast platforms. To find out more about Dave , please go to bootsyandangel.com and psychologyprofessorandminster.com

In this episode of The Teaching Journeys Podcast , Dave has a far reaching conversation with Yvonne Caputo an experienced caregiver(among other things) about all things end-of-life.Yvonne's Bio: Yvonne Caputo has been a teacher. She taught in the Erie Pennsylvania Public Schools for 18 years. She has also been the Vice President of Human Resources at a retirement community, a corporate trainer and consultant, and a psychotherapist. She has a master’s degree in education and clinical psychology. Her book, Flying with Dad, is a story about her relationship with her father through his telling of World War II stories. Her second book, Dying with Dad was released at the end of May 2022.She has always been a storyteller. She has used stories to widen the eyes of students and to soften the pain of clients. It’s her stories that result in rave reviews as a presenter and speaker.Yvonne lives in Pennsylvania with her best friend (who is also her husband). Together they have three children and three grandchildren. If you want to get in touch with Yvonne, or find out more about her and her books, she can be reached via email at :yvonneauthor4@gmail. com through her website or through LinkedinOther resources mentioned during this episode:Bittersweet by Susan CainFive Wishes DocumentThe Teaching Journeys Podcast is available on Apple, Spotify and other podcast platforms. To find out more about dave, please go to bootsyandangel.com and psychologyprofessorandminster.com

In this episode of the Teaching Journeys podcast, Dave speaks with Hazel Flint-Jones, about the unique challenges that parents face after experiencing pregnancy or stillborn loss, and the stigma or misconceptions that occur as a result of these types of losses. She also talks about her work with Mattie's Memory, formed in honor of her deceased newborn son.Hazel's Bio: Hazel Flint-Jones is a mother of two amazing sons, one who is 23 and the other, her Angel, who was stillborn at 21 weeks. In memory of her son, she started an organization called Mattie's Memory in October of 2012 to provide support for local area hospitals. Mattie's Memory has spread nationwide, with some international interest as well.Hazel is a trained bereavement doula and midwife and has helped local chapters of organizations that help families through difficult times during pregnancy and childbirth. To contact Hazel you can go to her websiteOn the bottom of the home page of Mattie's Memory , are links to all of their social media platforms.The Teaching Journeys Podcast is available on Apple, Spotify and other podcast platforms. To find out more about Dave, please go to bootsyandangel.com and psychologyprofessorandminister.com

In this episode of The Teaching Journeys Podcast, Dave speaks with Amy Castro about, among other things, her passion for animal rescue and outreach, the positive impact of rescue pets for those dealing with life challenges , and the inspiration behind Starlight Rescue and Outreach.Amy's Bio: Amy Castro is a professional speaker and trainer who is also president of Starlight Outreach and Rescue, a 501c3 nonprofit animal rescue located outside of Houston, Texas. She’s also the host of the new podcast for pet parents, Starlight Pet Talk.To contact Amy, you can go to her websiteYou can also email her at :[email protected] Teaching Journeys Podcast is available on Apple, Spotify and other podcast platforms. To find out more about Dave , you can go here

In this episode of The Teaching Journeys Podcast, Dave talks with Hope Reger, about among other things, her journey following the murder of her son Justin and how the challenges from his death, led her to finding her life's passion and purpose.Hope's Bio(her words): I created ,developed and facilitated Grief 2 Hope to honor my son and to keep his memory alive. I believe I was given this pain for purpose and positivity. To provide kindness, support, and love to all grievers. I want to provide value with a safe place of peace, hope, and support in a family atmosphere. For all to come and be their authentic self, know we all understand, and know no one is alone in this journey.To contact Hope , you can go to her websiteHope can also be found on Instagram Linkedin FacebookThe Teaching Journeys Podcast is available on Apple, Spotify and other podcast platforms. To find out more about Dave, you can go here

In this episode of The Teaching Journeys Podcast, Dave speaks with Mark Schutter about his life path 3o years following the death of his first wife. Mark addresses among other things ,learning to deal with the resurfacing pain of loss, and how he has channeled that pain into purpose.Mark's Bio: Mark lived his entire life in the Pacific Northwest where the land, nature, and people both inspire and fuel his writing. His poetry has been featured in several print and online publications and is author of his memoir, Cowboys Are Not Supposed to Cry. To find out more about Mark and the services he provides go to his website You can also connect with Mark through his Facebook page.The Teaching Journeys Podcast is available on Apple, Spotify and other podcast platforms. If you are interested in being a guest, email Dave at [email protected]

In episode 9 of The Teaching Journeys Podcast, Dave has a discussion with Michelle Collins, yoga therapist, wellness coach, and founder of Inhabit Joy about the challenges she faced following her husband's death by suicide, the unique challenges faced by survivors of suicide loss, We discuss why many in society still have difficulties talking about death and loss, even though they are inevitably experienced during our lives. Dave also explores with Michelle, how yoga, meditation and mindfulness can help individuals navigate through grief.Michelle's Bio : As the founder of Inhabit Joy, Michelle Ann Collins partners with individuals who have suffered grief, injury, or other types of loss as they recover, reclaim their wholeness, and build resilience for life’s inevitable challenges. After a series of losses, including the death of her mother, her husband’s suicide, and estrangements from primary family members, Michelle combined the tools she had collected as a yoga therapist and wellness coach and studies in positive psychology, neuroscience, meditation and mindfulness, and spirituality to turn post-traumatic stress disorder into post-traumatic growth and resilience. With the addition of certifications in grief education and grief yoga, and several bestselling books in which she shares her story, Michelle helps others transform from barely surviving to joyful thriving. Michelle teaches and coaches in private, corporate and small group settings, and enjoys sharing her skills and experience through speaking and facilitating workshops and retreats.Deeply connected with the healing powers of nature, Michelle spends her leisure time hiking among the trees or paddling on the rivers near her home in Portland, Oregon. To contact Michelle and to inquire about her services ,please go to her websiteThe Teaching Journeys Podcast is available on Apple, Spotify and other podcast platforms. To find out more about Dave Roberts ,please go to his website

In Episode 8 of The Teaching Journeys Podcast, Dave talks with a local therapist, Suzanne Chabot about the work she does with individuals experiencing symbolic loss. We talk about symbolic loss, what it is and interventions that Suzanne has found effective with individuals requesting services from her.Suzanne's BioSuzanne Chabot is both a Registered Professional Nurse and Licensed Marriage Family Therapist. She is the founder of Heart in Hand Therapy, which she describes as : A safe and fertile ground for relational growth and transformation of the self.Most of her clinical experience has been in mental and community health. For Suzanne, the most rewarding time as a nurse has been working with inpatient psychiatric patients battling eating disorders as well as managing a clinic providing care to high need populations, including refugees from a variety of nations.As a therapist Suzanne sees couples and adults. She has worked with a wide range of clientele . Her areas of expertise includes relationship difficulties, navigating life cycle transitions, eating disorders and anxiety. Suzanne works collaboratively with clients utilizing somatic therapy techniques and Narrative Therapy as her foundation while also interweaving from the models of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Attachment Theory, and the Gottman Method.To find out more about Suzanne and her services , please go to her websiteThe Teaching Journeys Podcast with Dave Roberts is available on Apple, Spotify and other podcast platforms. if you wish to inquire about being a guest on his podcast,please email Dave at [email protected]

In episode seven of the Teaching Journeys Podcast, Dave talks with Michael Overlie, about his work as a a canine-partnered men's coach, and the therapeutic benefit of dogs as it relates to helping men transcend challenge.Michael Overlie is a Tenchi Flow Healer, Canine-Partnered Men’s Coach, Author, Podcaster and lifelong dog fanatic. He has had a gift of connecting with animals since he was a small child. Dogs have been with him most of his life, giving him gifts and teaching him lessons. His greatest breakthrough was after the death of his brother. While grieving this loss, he was fully awakened to his own potential and the gifts our animals bring to our lives.Now he helps other men awaken to the gifts available to them from their dogs. He has dedicated himself to assisting men and their dogs discover their path to living a life of love, purpose, and being extraordinary.To find out more about Michael and his work, please go hereThe Teaching Journeys Podcast is available on Apple, Spotify and other podcast platforms.

In this episode of The Teaching Journeys podcast, Dave has a conversation with one of his former students, Kali enlightens our listeners on how to effectively address mental health challenges with Gen Z and millennial individuals. She also talks about her work with neurofeedback therapy and how it can help improve mental health outcomes.Kali Regan is a Utica University, formerly Utica College alumni with her Bachelors in Psychology, living in Raleigh, North Carolina. Her passion for mental health advocacy along with neuroscience drove her to a career in alternative medicine, specifically neurofeedback therapy. As the executive director of MyBrain DR, Kali empowers others in recovery to think beyond the traditional expectations of mental health care. She is nothing without her other half, rescue pup London, and her love for spending time traveling to visit family and friends all over.Kali can be reached through the My Brain Dr website.The Teaching Journeys podcast is available on Apple, Spotify and other podcast platforms as well.

In episode 5 of The Teaching Journeys Podcast, Dave interviews Billie Groom about her three decades of work in the field of Canine Cognitive Behavioral Therapy(CBT), the rewards , the challenges , but more so the benefits for both dogs and their humans. She also discusses the event in her life that provides our listeners with further context to her decision to embrace her true calling .Billie Groom has studied and researched canine behavior for three decades, resulting in the development of the only evidence-based methodology adhering to the principles of Canine Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). She is the expert on Canine CBT. Billie has been a featured keynote speaker on numerous occasions , and has been featured in Psychology Today Magazine and Roku TV. She is an Advisory Board Member at Canine Innovations Inc. (University of Texas at Dallas) Billie was also given an award in 2001 by the Toronto Humane Society for her Dedication to Animal Welfare.To find out more about Billie, you can go to upwarddogologyYou can also connect with Billie on LinkedinThe Teaching Journeys Podcast is available on Apple, Spotify and other podcast platforms.

In Episode 4 of The Teaching Journeys podcast, Dave's guest is his brother from another mother, Kris Munsch, who lives in Hays ,Kansas.Kris is a father and father figure to many, a builder, a teacher, a husband ,businessman,and someone who is passionate about repurposing old houses. Kris discusses in an honest, unfiltered manner who he was prior to the tragedy of his son Blake's death at the age of 16 , on December 23, 2005 , who he is now, and what we can learn from his experiences.Kris and Dave also share a message about and to our young adults who have graced us with their presence in our lives.As an aside, Kris was speaking with me from his barn, so some of the noises you may hear are from some of his animal friends weighing in with their perspectives.Kris loves to connect with individuals from all walks of life. He notes that he can best be reached through his Facebook page.

In this episode of the Teaching Journeys podcast, Dave discusses his reflections about grief after 20 years of living without the physical presence of his daughter Jeannine. To contact Dave directly:Email: [email protected]: bootsyandangel.com psychologyprofessorandminister.comBook and Purchasing Information: When The Psychology Professor Met The MinisterYou can also contact Dave directly for a signed copy

In the second episode of The Teaching Journeys Podcast, Dave discusses the teachings he discovered from the writings of the late, great drummer of Rush, Neil Peart and how they inspired him following the transition of his daughter Jeannine. Dave believes that Neil Peart's teachings can inspire anyone from any generation, who are experiencing life altering challenges.To contact Dave:e-mail: [email protected]: www.bootsyandangel.comTo Purchase Dave and Patty's book : When The Psychology Professor Met The Minister

In the first episode of The Teaching Journeys Podcast, Dave Roberts is joined by his dear friend and mentor, Reverend Patty Furino. They first discuss her role in empowering Dave to find peace seven years after his 18-year-old daughter Jeannine's transition on March 1, 2003, and the marathon conversations that followed.Dave and Pat also address(among other things) the importance of continued bonds in empowering others to transform the relationships with their transitioned loved ones, honoring the past as your teacher, and Dave's long-term vision for The Teaching Journeys podcast._____________________________________________________________________To find out more about Dave, you can go to his website or you can connect with him via email at [email protected] find out more about Patty, you can go hereFor information about Dave and Patty's book and to purchase, you can go here