Exploring Satir's Legacy: The Virginia Satir Podcast
Through candid conversations, we'll explore the rich tapestry of Satir's pioneering work in transformational systemic therapy, a groundbreaking approach that has touched countless lives around the world and continues to shape the way we understand relationships, communication, and personal growth.
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Diana Hall went to UC Berkeley and graduated with a B.A. in psychology. Her early career was as a special education teacher. During her many years serving children who were on the spectrum she earned five different credentials in her field and experienced much success engaging her students with experiential interventions.
When she met Virginia Satir, she was inspired to go to grad school and later earned a master's degree in...
We have a special treat today as we are honoring the work and life of Dr. Janet Christie-Seely. She is an important figure in the Virginia Satir world, passing away in 2022 after a battle with Alzheimer’s and complications from Covid. I will be talking to her surviving husband, Tom Wright and his and Janet’s friends, Dr. John Banmen and Dr. Richard Kennedy.
Dr. Janet Christie-Seely was a vibrant ...
Beth Nemesh, PhD, MT-BC, LMFT, holds a PhD in Expressive Arts Therapies from Lesley University. She is a Licensed Marital Family Therapist, a Board-Certified Music Therapist, a Certified Satir Transformational Systemic Therapist (STST), and Certified Body-Mind Psychotherapist. Beth has been working with children, adolescents, couples and families since 1999. She has researched the niche field...
Loveness Makonese is an academic, humanitarian and development practitioner with more than 15 years’ experience. Her work has specialized in Gender, Emergency health, Resilience building, social protection, inclusion and participation, nutrition, HIV and AIDS. She has special expertise in programme design, implementation, evaluation, knowledge management and Joint UN resource mobilization and partnership management. She is cu...
Today, I have the honor of talking with Dr. Mary Jo Bulbrook. Dr. Bulbrook is a renowned leader in the field of holistic nursing and energy healing, with a wealth of experience in integrating traditional and alternative approaches to healthcare. She has a distinguished 50 + year career as a university professor and clinical specialist in psychiatric mental health nursing.
Dr. Bulbrook assisted in the development of world-reno...
Welcome to this week’s episode! Today we have a very special guest joining us. Tiffany McLallen, a licensed mental health counselor from Watertown, New York, is here to share her insights and passion for supporting first responders and other helping professionals.
Tiffany is on a mission to ensure that those who dedicate their lives to helping others don't succumb to burnout. In her work, she's witnessed firsthand the toll th...
Today, I have planned a special treat for listeners as I lead us in "The Breath of Life," one of Virginia Satir's meditations published in "Guided Meditations and Inspirations" by Virginia Satir, edited by John Banmen in 2020. This meditation invites us to connect with the essence of our being, to breathe in the gift of life, and to embrace the present moment with gratitude and awareness.
Virginia Satir used her guided meditations ...
Throughout a career spanning five decades, Dr. Hilda Richards has consistently broken barriers and forged historic change, specifically in the fields of nursing and higher learning. Over the years, at numerous institutions and organizations, she has been dedicated to expanding what we refer to today as diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Born in 1936 in St. Joseph, Missouri, Hilda was inspired early on by her mother’s belief in...
Our guest today is an internationally renowned trainer and a leading authority of the Virginia Satir Growth Model. With a career spanning decades, Sandy Novak has touched the lives of countless individuals, therapists, and practitioners around the globe. Her passion for teaching and her commitment to spreading knowledge and wisdom has left an indelible mark on the world of family therapy and personal growth.
But what truly sets our...
Today’s guest, Jean McClendon, is a licensed clinical social worker, licensed marriage and family therapist, and AAMFT-approved supervisor. Jean maintains a thriving multi-service private practice in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, and her journey in the Satir world and the field of family therapy is nothing short of extraordinary.
What sets Jean apart is her nearly two-decade mentorship by none other than the late Virginia Sati...
In this episode, we have the privilege of delving into Sharon Loeschen's profound journey. She will share her experiences working alongside Virginia Satir and how she pioneered the immensely successful Satir Coaching and Mentoring program. In collaboration with Ginny Wong, Miriam Freeman, and other esteemed colleagues, the coaching and mentoring program boasts trained coaches and mentors actively engaged in 21 countries across the ...
Our guest, Stephen Buckbee, has not only worked closely with the legendary Virginia Satir but has dedicated his life to spreading awareness of her groundbreaking therapeutic approach. Today, he shares his unique insights, experiences, and his unwavering commitment to carrying forward Satir's legacy.
Stephen's journey is a remarkable one, filled with invaluable encounters and profound learnings from his time alongside Virginia Satir...
In this first episode of season 1, you will be hearing excerpts from an interview I did with Dr. John Banmen at the 2023 Virginia Satir Global Network online conference. Dr. John Banmen is internationally known as an author, therapist, and educator. His training programs have taken him to over a dozen countries in Asia, Europe, South America and North America. John’s co-authored book, The Satir Model: F...
Through candid conversations, we'll explore the rich tapestry of Satir's pioneering work in transformational systemic therapy, a groundbreaking approach that has touched countless lives around the world and continues to shape the way we understand relationships, communication, and personal growth.
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