Mental Healthy

Season 2: Dr. Anita Kuhnley-Knight, Dr. Robyn Simmons, and Dr. Stacey Lilley:Introduction to Counseling.

Join Dr. Knapp as he interviews Dr. Anita Kuhnley-Knight, Dr. Robyn Simmons, and Dr. Stacey Lilley to discuss the writing process behind their book, Introduction to Counseling. They share insights into their collaboration, the challenges of writing, and what makes this book a valuable resource for students and professionals alike.

 

 

 

 

Season 2: Robert Moore identification of at-risk students.

Dr. Robert Moore, a counselor educator and clinician with 25+ years of experience, joins the Mental Healthy Podcast to discuss early identification of at-risk students. A past president of TLPCA and award-winning expert in assessment, he shares key insights on supporting youth mental health.

Season 2: Professors and their Passions Projects- Virginia Cashion

New Series Alert! Professors and their Passion Projects! Listen in as Dr. Knapp talks to Professor Ginny Cashion about her recent textbook, Lifespan 360: Christian Perspectives on Human Development. She has a wholesome perspective that you won’t want to miss!

Season 2: Jeff Hodge Substance Abuse Recovery

In this episode, Dr. Knapp sits down with Jeff Hodge to discuss his inspiring journey in founding Our Father’s House, a transitional home in Lynchburg, VA. Jeff shares how this faith-based organization is helping men in substance abuse recovery by providing a safe and supportive living environment. Tune in to hear about his mission, the challenges, and the impact they’re making in the community!

 

Season 2 Bob Dees - National Center for Healthy Veterans Organization

Dr. Kenyon Knapp sits down with retired Major General Bob Dees, who served over 30 years in the U.S. Army in key leadership roles, including Assistant Division Commander for Operations, 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault), and Commander of the 2nd Infantry Division in South Korea.

 

In this episode, Bob shares insights into his current work at the National Center for Healthy Veterans and how the center is making a lasting impact on veteran healing and recovery. Tune in to learn more!

Season 2 Karl Benzio: Decision Making

On this episode of Mental Healthy, Karl Benzio discusses Decision Making.

 

Karl Benzio, M.D., a board-certified Christian psychiatrist, has held various health system clinical and leadership positions. Dr. Karl uniquely implements a faith-informed, Jesus-centered application of cutting-edge psychiatric science to successfully treat patients, consult to ministries, teach, write, and serve as a frequent media guest expert, conference speaker, and legislative expert witness.

 

 

Trish Kessler: Eating Disorders

On this episode of Mental Healthy, Dr. Trish Kessler discusses Eating Disorders.

Trish completed her Master of Arts Degree in Professional Counseling from Liberty University in 2013. Prior to attending graduate school, she was a business and marketing professional in the fields of advertising and pharmaceuticals. Trish is also a professional musician and has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Music with a concentration in Voice from Lynchburg College.

Dr. Danisha Keating: Foster Care to Ph.D

On this episode of Mental Healthy, Dr. Danisha Keating discusses her path from growing up in the Foster Care system to earning her Ph.D.

Dr. Keating is a research psychologist that has a background in psychology, trauma informed training and practices, and foster care best practices. Dr. Keating has held trainings for foster parents, foster youth, staff and faculty, and the general population. 

Dr. Daniel Reyes: Wellness

On this episode of Mental Healthy, Dr. Daniel Reyes discusses wellness and his fascinating life.

Dr. Daniel Reyes grew up in communist Cuba under the administration of Fidel Castro. He later went on to graduate with his Ph.D. in Counselor Education & Supervision at Liberty University in 2020. Currently, He lives in Tampa, Florida with his wife and two daughters and works online as full time faculty for Grand Canyon University.

Chris Casola: Sports Psychology

On this episode of the Mental Healthy, Chris Casola discusses the topic of Sports Psychology.

 

Chris Casola is the Associated Athletic Director for Student-Athlete Welfare and Performance at Liberty University. In his current role, Casola manages all aspects of student-athlete welfare and performance for all of Liberty’s NCAA Division I student-athletes. While doing that, he also provides administrative oversite of Champion Performance; sports medicine, nutrition, athletic performance, applied performance, clinical and sports psychology and spiritual development. The primary focus of the Champion Performance Team is to ensure that student-athletes are developed and cared for in a holistic manner; physically, mentally and spiritually.