Summary: The mission of Veteranology is simple: Help veterans leaving active service experience healthy and fulfilling transitions into the civilian world. This is done by interviewing veterans who have found success in their new life outside of the military, individuals who have created service organizations and non-profits that serve the Read more…
When I talk about the work that I do with veterans as a mental health counselor, people are often surprised when I tell them that we don’t talk about war all the time. Every conversation isn’t about rehashing old memories, tearing off old scabs, and opening duffel bags that have Read more…
Summary: Bryan Doerries is a Brooklyn-based writer, director, and translator, who currently serves as Artistic Director of Theater of War Productions. A self-described evangelist for classical literature and its relevance to our lives today, Doerries uses age-old approaches to help individuals and communities heal from trauma and loss. Doerries is Read more…
Hey, faithful readers and listeners of the Head Space and Timing blog and podcast. We appreciate all of the support that you provide; we’re trying to do something different, here, and we think it’s working pretty well. The thing is, we want to make sure. The Head Space and Timing Read more…
I really enjoy podcasts. In fact, I enjoy them so much, that when Eddie Lazzari and Bennett Tanton approached me to host a podcast show about veteran mental health, I jumped at the chance. I hesitated at first…I should be finding LESS to do, not MORE to do…but the thought Read more…
SUMMARY: Ellsworth “Tony” Williams is a Combat Army Veteran, having faithfully and honorably served on active duty in the Army for over 24 years (8 enlisted and 16 Commissioned), including service during Desert Storm, Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom. He received numerous military awards including a Bronze Star Read more…
Traumatic Brain Injury. Whether you call it a concussion, being knocked out, or having your bell rung, it’s one of the signature injuries of the current wars. Advances in medical treatment and equipment have increased the survival rate and decreased the mortality battlefield wounds; while a great thing in almost Read more…
SUMMARY: Mark A. Stebnicki is a Professor and Coordinator of the Military and Trauma Counseling (MTC) Certificate Program he developed within the Department of Addictions and Rehabilitation and approved by ECU January 2014. He holds a doctorate (Ph.D.) and master’s (M.S.) degree in rehabilitation counseling from Southern Illinois University- Carbondale. Read more…
Truth hurts. Maybe that’s why we don’t use it much. I don’t mean that everyone is walking around with lies in their mouths, but how often do we show our real selves? It’s dangerous. And painful. And a bad idea. Others could use your truth against you, and in a Read more…
Summary: Tim has spent the last two decades learning with and helping people navigate the hard times life throws at us. He has served as an advocate, representative, Airman, Sergeant, mentor, organizer, educator, and therapist. He uses his experience, passion, and education to empower people with the skills and knowledge needed Read more…