Resilience Development in Action
Discover practical resilience strategies that transform lives. Join Steve Bisson, licensed mental health counselor, as he guides first responders, leaders, and trauma survivors through actionable insights for mental wellness and professional growth.
Each week, dive deep into real conversations about grief processing, trauma recovery, and leadership development. Whether you're a first responder facing daily challenges, a leader navigating high-pressure situations, or someone on their healing journey, this podcast delivers the tools and strategies you need to build lasting resilience.
With over 20 years of mental health counseling experience, Steve brings authentic, professional expertise to every episode, making complex mental health concepts accessible and applicable to real-world situations.
Featured topics include:
• Practical resilience building strategies
• First responder mental wellness
• Trauma recovery and healing
• Leadership development
• Grief processing
• Professional growth
• Mental health insights
• Help you on your healing journey
Each week, join our community towards better mental health and turn your challenges into opportunities for growth with Resilience Development in Action.
Episodes
221 episodes
E.203 Rock Bottom and Rebound: The Cocktail That Nearly Killed Me
The journey from outward success to inner collapse—and the path back to authentic living—takes center stage in this compelling conversation with Nick Jonsson, international bestselling author and executive coach.Nick's story begins with...
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Season 12
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Episode 203
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E.202 First Responder Mental Health: Breaking the Silence
What happens when those who run toward danger need help themselves? In this compelling conversation, host Steve Bisson sits down with Kevin Cornine, a former fire captain and battalion chief who's transitioning to a new role as a mental health ...
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Season 12
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Episode 202
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E.201 First Responders Face Their Toughest Opponent: Mental Health Stigma
Michael Sugrue shares his powerful journey from military service to law enforcement to his medical retirement due to post-traumatic stress injury, revealing how he almost became one of the alarming first responder suicide statistics and his mis...
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Episode 201
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E.200 Resilience Beyond Traditional Therapy: Journey Through Trauma and Recovery
What happens when a decorated Naval Lieutenant Commander, triple-boarded physician, and healthcare executive exhausts every conventional treatment for his debilitating PTSD? Dr. Charles Powell takes us on his extraordinary journey from the fron...
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Season 12
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Episode 200
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E.199 The Power of Self-Belief: Caren Paskel's Journey Through Grief to Growth
Caren Paskel's journey from struggling with mental health issues to becoming a beacon of resilience and self-belief captivates from the first moment of our conversation. Her story begins at age 16 when a yoga class provided her first genuine sp...
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Season 12
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Episode 199
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E.198 Therapy Uncensored: The Truth Behind Closed Doors
Therapy has long been shrouded in mystery, leaving many to wonder what actually happens once that office door closes. Steve Bisson pulls back the curtain on these therapeutic misconceptions with refreshing candor and humor. Gone are the days of...
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Season 12
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Episode 198
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E.197 Mental Men: Trauma, Grief, and Healing
Trauma lies at the heart of most psychological suffering, yet our understanding of it continues to evolve. In this profound conversation with the returning "Mental Men" panel of experienced therapists, we explore how mental health treatment has...
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Episode 197
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E.196 Supporting First Responders: Effective Therapy Techniques & Approaches
First responders—police officers, firefighters, EMTs, paramedics, and emergency room personnel—face unique psychological stressors that extend far beyond trauma exposure. In this insightful Podcourse, I'm joined by Steve Bisson, LM...
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Episode 196
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E.195 Religious Trauma, Professional Boundaries, and Finding Balance in Mental Health Work
What happens when the therapist needs therapy? In this vulnerable and illuminating conversation, clinical counselor Jennifer Schrappe opens up about her personal wake-up call that forced her to confront years of self-neglect while caring for ot...
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Season 12
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Episode 195
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E.194 Navigating Growth: Insights on Therapy and Change
In this engaging episode focused on mental health and resilience, we reflect on the evolution of our podcast as we shift towards the theme of "Finding Your Way: Resilience Development in Action." Therapy plays a crucial role in not only individ...
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Season 12
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Episode 194
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E.193 Healing Trauma Through Dance: Insights from Dance Movement Therapist Lisa Manca
What if you could heal trauma and emotional pain through movement? Join us as dance movement therapist Lisa Manca, alongside guest co-host Courtney Romanowski, unveils the transformative power of dance therapy. Lisa brings her expertise from fo...
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Season 12
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Episode 193
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E.192 Breaking Free from Food and Fitness Myths With Movement And Nutrition
Jessica Jamison returns to our studio, unfolding her transformative journey from the weight loss industry to becoming a dedicated advocate for those battling eating disorders. Her shift aligns deeply with her personal values, shedding societal ...
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Season 12
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Episode 192
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E.191 Resilience and Grief in High-Stress Professions
What if the very nature of your job required you to lock away grief, only for it to accumulate and weigh heavier with each call? Join us for a compelling discussion as we unravel the unique emotional landscape navigated by first responders like...
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Season 12
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Episode 191
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E.190 Finding Strength in Personal Stories of Healing
In this episode, Tina Djuretic shares her transformative journey of healing from childhood trauma and toxic relationships through writing her memoir, "Finding My Sovereignty." She discusses the importance of acknowledging generational trauma, f...
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Season 12
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Episode 190
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E.189 Unlocking Growth: The Transformative Power of Coaching
This episode delves into the critical distinctions between coaching and therapy, emphasizing coaching's role in fostering personal growth for professionals. Listeners gain insights on decision-making, overcoming isolation in leadership roles, a...
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Season 12
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Episode 189
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E.188 Trauma Cleanup and Healing: Krista Gregg's Journey of Mental Health Advocacy and Community Support
What happens when tragedy strikes, and who is there to pick up the pieces when the unimaginable occurs? Meet Krista Gregg, a seasoned professional in crime and trauma scene cleaning, as she unpacks her journey from the healthcare and automotive...
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Season 12
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Episode 188
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E.187 Empowering First Responders: The Impact of Peer Support and Mental Health Resources
Exploring the critical role of peer support systems for first responders, this episode reveals both the benefits and limitations of such frameworks. Essential discussions include the inherent stigma in seeking help and the necessary cultural sh...
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Season 12
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Episode 187
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E. 186 From Grief to Resilience: Navigating Loss, Empathy, and Recovery with David Roberts
What happens when life shatters your heart and soul, and you're left to pick up the pieces? Join us for a poignant conversation with David Roberts, a retired addictions professional and adjunct psychology professor, who has transformed his pers...
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Season 12
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Episode 186
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E.185 Finding Your Way: Embracing Change and Supporting First Responders
The episode unveils an exciting rebranding journey for the podcast, focusing on trauma, grief, and first responder experiences. The host seeks audience feedback and emphasizes enhanced engagement and targeted content in future episodes....
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Season 12
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Episode 185
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E.184 A Year in Review and Future Mental Health Conversations
Ever wondered how therapy can truly change your life? This episode might offer the insights you've been looking for. We start with a heartfelt apology to Malka Shaw for a previous oversight regarding our important conversation on antisemitism a...
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Season 11
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Episode 184
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E.183 Reflecting on a Year of Transformative Conversations and New Connections in Therapy
Reflecting on a year filled with transformative conversations and invaluable insights, I've had the pleasure of sharing 47 new episodes with 24 incredible new voices on the "Finding Your Way Through Therapy" podcast. Among other voices are recu...
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Season 11
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Episode 183
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E.182 Transforming Stress into Success with Hypnotherapy With Craig Meriwether
What if your mind held the key to your own healing? Join us for an insightful conversation with Craig Meriwether, a seasoned clinical and medical hypnotherapist, as we explore the transformative world of hypnotherapy. Craig sheds light on his v...
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Season 11
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Episode 182
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E.181 From Traumatic Brain Injury to Expert Therapist - A Healing Journey with Daniel Gospodarek
After enduring a traumatic brain injury, Daniel Gospodarek transformed his life and career, becoming a licensed therapist driven by personal experience and professional expertise. Join us for a compelling conversation with Daniel, owner of Revi...
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Season 11
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Episode 181
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E.180 Supportive Journeys in Recovery and Beyond
Can the holiday season be truly joyous without the shadow of substance temptation? Join me, Steve Bisson, as we explore the compelling differences between sobriety and recovery—two paths often confused but profoundly distinct. I'll guide you th...
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Season 11
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Episode 180
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E.179 Empowering Minds: Erica Curry on DBT, Self-Care for Therapists, and the Healing Power of Connection
Discover the transformative journey of Erica Curry, a former Division 1 athlete who has seamlessly transitioned into a licensed therapist and coach, bringing her unique perspective to the world of mental health. Erica opens up about her passion...
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Season 11
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Episode 179
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