David J. Roberts, LMSW, became a parent who experienced the death of a child, when his daughter Jeannine died of Cancer on 3/1/03 at the age of 18. He is a retired addiction professional and an adjunct professor in the psychology child life department at Utica University in Utica, New York. Dave also teaches psychology classes at Pratt MWP School of Art and Design. He is the host of The Teaching Journeys Podcast, which can be found on Apple, Spotify and other podcast platforms.
Dave has presented workshops at national conferences of The Compassionate Friends as well as for the Bereaved Parents of the USA. He was also a keynote speaker at the 2011 and 2015 national gatherings of the Bereaved Parents of the USA. Dave also co-presented a workshop titled “Helping Faculty After Traumatic Loss” for the Parkland, Florida community in May of 2018, in the aftermath of the mass shootings at Stoneman Douglas High School.
Roberts has been a past HuffPost contributor and has contributed articles to Medium, Open to Hope Foundation, Mindfulness and Grief, Thrive Global, and the Recovering the Self Journal. He has also appeared on numerous podcasts, as well as Open to Hope Television. In 2021,he co-authored and published a book with Reverend Patty Furino titled, When The Psychology Professor Met The Minister.
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In this episode of The Teaching Journeys Podcast, hosted by Dave Roberts, the guest is Carolyn J. Murphy, founder and CEO of Firm Foundations Community Outreach, LLC. Carolyn shares her personal exper…
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In this episode of The Teaching Journeys Podcast, hosted by Dave Roberts, the guest is Carolyn J. Murphy, founder and CEO of Firm Foundations Community Outreach, LLC. Carolyn shares her personal experiences with childhood Trauma, including molestation and surviving a house fire, which motivated her to help others navigate trauma and shift their mindsets towards healing. Carolyn discusses the services her organization provides, particularly focusing on Mental Health and bridging the gap between the black community and mental health resources. She emphasizes the importance of integrating faith w…
In this episode of the Teaching Journeys Podcast, host Dave Roberts interviews Tania Gonzalez Ortega, an experienced energy healer, artist, and educator. Tania shares her personal journey of spiritual…
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In this episode of the Teaching Journeys Podcast, host Dave Roberts interviews Tania Gonzalez Ortega, an experienced energy healer, artist, and educator. Tania shares her personal journey of spiritual awakening, starting with her kundalini experience, which led to a profound healing encounter with Christ. She discusses her bicultural background, her exploration into different spiritual practices, and her work in Yoga and Waldorf Education. Tania explains the challenges she faced, including a healing crisis that resulted in intense physical and emotional symptoms. Through her story, she emphasi…
Adam DeVaney, founder of Life's Work Clinic and Life's Work Coaching. Adam, a licensed clinical social worker, discusses his discovery and application of specialized approaches that fast-track emotion…
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Adam DeVaney, founder of Life's Work Clinic and Life's Work Coaching. Adam, a licensed clinical social worker, discusses his discovery and application of specialized approaches that fast-track emotional and mental health transformations. The conversation covers the profound impact of these methods on Adam and his clients, emphasizing the Emotion Code Therapy developed by Dr. Bradley Nelson. They delve into the process of identifying and releasing trapped emotions, using muscle testing, and the deep connections between emotional pain and physical ailments. The episode highlights real-life cases…
In this milestone 100th episode of the Teaching Journeys podcast, host Dave Roberts welcomes Reverend Patty Furino, co-author of When The Psychology Professor Met The Minister, to reflect on the evolu…
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In this milestone 100th episode of the Teaching Journeys podcast, host Dave Roberts welcomes Reverend Patty Furino, co-author of When The Psychology Professor Met The Minister, to reflect on the evolution of the podcast and their shared journey. Patty and Dave delve into themes of overcoming fears, the significance of mentorship, and the importance of empathy and compassion in today's society. Patty shares her long-standing vision for a disaster management facility for people with disabilities on Long Island. Both Dave and Patty emphasize the importance of critical thinking, listening to diffe…
In the 99th episode of the Teaching Journeys Podcast, host Dave Roberts interviews Whitney Claire Riley, a transformational mentor. Whitney shares her unique approach to emotional and mental freedom, …
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In the 99th episode of the Teaching Journeys Podcast, host Dave Roberts interviews Whitney Claire Riley, a transformational mentor. Whitney shares her unique approach to emotional and mental freedom, which combines coaching, spiritual healing, and therapeutic counseling. She discusses her personal journey through panic disorder, the early loss of her parents, and an autoimmune condition. Whitney emphasizes the importance of embracing emotions and integrating techniques like Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) for lasting change. They also delve into the benefits of complementary holistic practic…
In this episode of The Teaching Journeys Podcast episode, host Dave Roberts speaks with Tanya Manley, a mother and advocate for grieving parents. Tanya shares her personal journey of loss, detailing …
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In this episode of The Teaching Journeys Podcast episode, host Dave Roberts speaks with Tanya Manley, a mother and advocate for grieving parents. Tanya shares her personal journey of loss, detailing the deaths of her two children and how these experiences led her to help others through her podcast 'Sunset Stories' and a supportive Facebook group for bereaved mothers. The conversation covers Tanya's background, highlighting her own challenges such as growing up with a teenage mother and experiencing a teen pregnancy. She emphasizes the significance of sharing personal stories, mental health aw…
In this comprehensive episode of The Teaching Journeys Podcast, host Dave Roberts engages with Carol Banens, a certified grief educator and grief to gratitude coach, to explore the intricate journey o…
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In this comprehensive episode of The Teaching Journeys Podcast, host Dave Roberts engages with Carol Banens, a certified grief educator and grief to gratitude coach, to explore the intricate journey of grief and healing. Carol shares her personal narrative of losing her husband, Brian, and her journey from physical therapist to grief coach. The episode delves into themes of personal transformation, the impact of anticipatory and post-traumatic grief, and the importance of maintaining bonds with deceased loved ones. Carol highlights her unique grief program, 'Choose,' and her grief poetry book,…
In this episode of The Teaching Journeys Podcast, host Dave Roberts delves into the inspiring life of Michael Hajduk, a man who has faced tremendous adversity and emerged with a passion for combatting…
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In this episode of The Teaching Journeys Podcast, host Dave Roberts delves into the inspiring life of Michael Hajduk, a man who has faced tremendous adversity and emerged with a passion for combatting human trafficking. Born in 1963, Michael has overcome the loss of both parents and survived four near-death experiences, which led him to retire in 2022 and found the Human Rescue Society. We discuss the severity of human trafficking, with the U.S. being a major destination and the industry worth billions annually. The Human Rescue Society collaborates with organizations like Saved in America, Po…
In this episode of The teaching, Dave Roberts interviews self-sabotage coach Jehan Sattaur, discussing the nuances of self-sabotaging behaviors influenced by societal expectations, subconscious progra…
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In this episode of The teaching, Dave Roberts interviews self-sabotage coach Jehan Sattaur, discussing the nuances of self-sabotaging behaviors influenced by societal expectations, subconscious programming, and personal experiences. Combining cognitive behavioral therapy and hypnosis, Jehan reflects on his troubled past and transformative experiences to help others live purposeful lives. The script delves into the neuropsychology of self-sabotage, exploring how critical brain pathways and chemicals like dopamine and serotonin affect behavior, reward systems, and Stress responses. Additionally,…
In this episode of The Teaching Journeys Podcast, hosted by Dave Roberts, the focus is on Wendy B. King - a life coach, author, and mother who has transformed her life and the lives of others through …
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In this episode of The Teaching Journeys Podcast, hosted by Dave Roberts, the focus is on Wendy B. King - a life coach, author, and mother who has transformed her life and the lives of others through her experiences and her work in metadynamics coaching and NLP. Wendy shares her profound journey through the trauma of losing her firstborn daughter at five months old and the subsequent emotional isolation she experienced due to the lack of emotional support from her upbringing. She discusses her path to healing, emphasizing the importance of understanding emotions, the Mind-Body Connection, and …
This episode of The Teaching Journeys Podcast, hosted by Dave Roberts, features Christina Bianca Harsan, a translator and interpreter with a background in holistic healing. The conversation explores h…
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This episode of The Teaching Journeys Podcast, hosted by Dave Roberts, features Christina Bianca Harsan, a translator and interpreter with a background in holistic healing. The conversation explores her transformative journey involving Reiki and Tarot, and the themes of embracing uniqueness, overcoming comparison, and the importance of self-discovery. Harsan shares insights on how social norms and parenting contribute to the tendency of constant comparison and discusses strategies for breaking this cycle by focusing on personal Growth, authenticity, and the power of intuition. The discussion a…
In this episode of The Teaching Journeys Podcast, hosted by Dave Roberts, guest Andre M. Brown joins to discuss his extensive experience in facilitating and developing anti-racism and diversity progra…
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In this episode of The Teaching Journeys Podcast, hosted by Dave Roberts, guest Andre M. Brown joins to discuss his extensive experience in facilitating and developing anti-racism and diversity programs. Andre shares insights on his work with Racial Just Us and the development of the 'Coaching for Community Anti-Racism Series.' The conversation delves into the core components of anti-racism education, common misconceptions, and how to integrate these teachings into school curricula and policies. Andre emphasizes the importance of creating safe, inclusive environments and fostering empathy to c…
In this episode of 'The Teaching Journeys Podcast,' hosted by Dave Roberts, guest Joy Harris, a seasoned entrepreneur and author, shares her profound and emotional journey of losing her son Darien dur…
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In this episode of 'The Teaching Journeys Podcast,' hosted by Dave Roberts, guest Joy Harris, a seasoned entrepreneur and author, shares her profound and emotional journey of losing her son Darien during pregnancy. Joy discusses the challenges of dealing with such a heart-wrenching loss and the importance of acknowledging and talking about it. She emphasizes the need for resources and support for families experiencing similar tragedies. Joy also touches on her book Missed Baby Steps, Life Without Firsts, detailing her experience and offering guidance for others in grief. The conversation under…
In this episode of The Teaching Journeys Podcast, host Dave Roberts interviews SB Rawz, a coach who emphasizes personal growth through understanding inner turmoil and establishing positive change. The…
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In this episode of The Teaching Journeys Podcast, host Dave Roberts interviews SB Rawz, a coach who emphasizes personal growth through understanding inner turmoil and establishing positive change. The conversation delves into Rawz's background, her approach to coaching, and the importance of rituals and core values in overcoming life's challenges. Rawz shares her thoughts on grief, death, and the meaningful connections that arise from loss. She also discusses her projects such as the Substack 'Death Plus Stuff' and 'Grief Nooks,' which aim to disrupt the taboos surrounding death and provide ac…
In this episode of The Teaching Journeys Podcast, host Dave Roberts discusses with guest Tyler Barkey, who shares his life experiences and journey towards recovery from addiction. Tyler, a counselor w…
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In this episode of The Teaching Journeys Podcast, host Dave Roberts discusses with guest Tyler Barkey, who shares his life experiences and journey towards recovery from addiction. Tyler, a counselor with over a decade of experience working with different age groups, opens up about his struggles stemming from a challenging childhood, substance abuse during his teenage years, and his eventual path to sobriety. He highlights the importance of spiritual awareness and the role of community support in recovery. Tyler also talks about his work through Third Chance Services, where he provides coaching…
In this episode of The Teaching Journeys Podcast, Dave Roberts interviews Victoria Volk, owner of Unleashed Heart LLC, an expert in holistic grief recovery. Volk, who hosts the Grieving Voices podcast…
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In this episode of The Teaching Journeys Podcast, Dave Roberts interviews Victoria Volk, owner of Unleashed Heart LLC, an expert in holistic grief recovery. Volk, who hosts the Grieving Voices podcast, shares her personal journey through immense childhood grief and trauma, including losing close family members and experiencing sexual molestation. She explains her pivot to energy work, becoming a Reiki master and biofield tuning practitioner. Volk discusses her unique approach by integrating the grief recovery method with UMAP assessments to help clients understand their strengths and align the…
In this episode of The Teaching Journeys Podcast, host Dave Roberts interviews Catherine Miller, an integrative wellness professional and Reiki master. They discuss Catherine's extensive background in…
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In this episode of The Teaching Journeys Podcast, host Dave Roberts interviews Catherine Miller, an integrative wellness professional and Reiki master. They discuss Catherine's extensive background in wellness practices, including Reiki, yoga, and nutrition, highlighting her personal journey through significant health challenges such as hip surgeries and a brain tumor. Catherine shares how these experiences shaped her holistic approach to health and wellness, emphasizing the importance of spiritual self-care and intuition. The conversation delves into the role of Reiki in healing, its integrat…
In this episode of The Teaching Journeys Podcast, host Dave Roberts talks with Dr. Jacob Kendall, who has a unique background in health care, including surviving two open heart surgeries and extensive…
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In this episode of The Teaching Journeys Podcast, host Dave Roberts talks with Dr. Jacob Kendall, who has a unique background in health care, including surviving two open heart surgeries and extensive training in gerontology, public health, social work, biology, and theology. Dr. Kendall emphasizes the importance of a four-dimensional approach to health care that integrates multiple perspectives beyond the individualistic medical viewpoint. The conversation also delves into the importance of spiritual care, societal views on Aging, and the necessity of embracing one's mortality for a better qu…