MASTERS of Social Work
MASTERS of Social Work
Sara Schenirer Institute of Higher Education • 10 episodes
Sara Schenirer Institute of Higher Education
Sara Schenirer Institute of Higher Education Sara Schenirer Institute of Higher Education
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#10) The Truth About School Refusal and School Avoidance
#10) The Truth About School Refusal and School Avoidance
Jun 18, 2025
53:23
Dr. Steven Kurtz is a leading clinical psychologist and internationally respected expert in the treatment of childhood anxiety disorders, ADHD, and behavioral challenges, notably in the area of school refusal. He is the founder and director of Kurtz Psychology Consulting, a practice known for its innovative, evidence-based approaches to school refusal, Selective Mutism, and disruptive behaviors. He’s an advocate for exposure-based treatments that empower families to help kids re-engage with school and the world around them.
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#9) Complex Trauma and Safe Spaces: A Therapists’ Dilemma
#9) Complex Trauma and Safe Spaces: A Therapists’ Dilemma
May 21, 2025
57:52
Shaya Hecht, LCSW is an Assistant Clinical Professor at the Sara Schenirer social work program in collaboration with the Wurzweiler School of Social Work. Shaya is also a Psychotherapist who is the founder and director of H.I.P. Counseling Center in the New York area. His insights into dysregulation and trauma is aimed at creating an environment for patients to open up without initiating feelings of inadequacy and rejection.
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#8) Finding Effective Modalities for Every Client
#8) Finding Effective Modalities for Every Client
Apr 23, 2025
46:15
Chananyah Silverman is an LCSW and PhD Fellow who serves as an Adjunct Professor at the Sara Schenirer social work program in collaboration with the Wurzweiler School of Social Work. He has over a decade of experience as a licensed clinician, and is currently the Clinical Director at Premium Health Center in Brooklyn.
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#7) Revolutionizing Trauma Treatment: The Power of EMDR
#7) Revolutionizing Trauma Treatment: The Power of EMDR
Mar 16, 2025
54:13
Roy Kiessling, LISW, is a leading expert in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing and a pioneer in modernizing EMDR training. He is the founder of EMDR Consulting. Kiessling has trained thousands of therapists worldwide, helping them integrate EMDR into their practice with confidence and effectiveness.
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#6) A Global Look at Therapy
#6) A Global Look at Therapy
Feb 19, 2025
58:24
Moshe Norman is the owner of Transcend Counseling Services and the host of the Mondays with Moshe weekly Zoom call. He’s a clinician in private practice, and a former Adjunct Professor in the Sara Schenirer program. Moshe provides training for therapists and has developed a highly regarded program to help young couples develop a strong emotional foundation for marriage.
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#5) The Superpower of the ADHD Brain
#5) The Superpower of the ADHD Brain
Jan 22, 2025
54:52
Dr. Nachi Felt, Ph.D., also known as the “ADHD Doctor,” is an ADHD & Executive Functioning specialist. He’s a professor at Columbia University where he teaches Psychopathology and co-directs the Cognition and Neuroscience Research Lab. Dr. Felt has developed his “Cycles of Clarity” technique, which is designed to empower fellow ADHDers to create their own clarity, confidence and control.
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#4) Inside DBT: How and Why It Works
#4) Inside DBT: How and Why It Works
Nov 27, 2024
48:00
Join Charles Swenson as he does a deep dive into the life-changing power of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Used strategically, DBT's groundbreaking skills can help manage intense feelings and build resilience. Learn how to respond, not react with Swenson on the latest MASTERS episode.
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#3) Being "REAL" in the therapy room with Dr. Akiva Perlman
#3) Being "REAL" in the therapy room with Dr. Akiva Perlman
Oct 30, 2024
37:47
Dr. Akiva Perlman delves into the power of authenticity in therapy, emphasizing how the therapeutic relationship is central to healing. Reflecting on personal moments of judgment and vulnerability, he explores how embracing our flaws can lead to deeper self-acceptance. This episode invites listeners to consider the courage it takes to face themselves honestly in the journey toward growth.
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#2) Helping Boys and Young Men Meet Today's Challenges to Kedushah
#2) Helping Boys and Young Men Meet Today's Challenges to Kedushah
Sep 25, 2024
41:42
Shloime Zimmerman talks to Dovid Becker about the challenges to Kedushah that boys face these days and what we can do about it. Using a Torah backed approach together with cutting-edge psychological research, Zimmerman seeks to "normalize" these conversations and empower parents to show up for their children.Disclaimer: This episode contains sensitive material and may not be suitable for younger audiences. Listener discretion is advised. The views expressed in this episode are those of the guest and do not reflect the views of Sara Schenirer Institute. We do not take responsibility for the advice or guidance provided within this episode.
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Inside ADHD: Discovering What Really Works With Patients
Inside ADHD: Discovering What Really Works With Patients
Sep 10, 2024
51:02
Dr. Russell Ramsay is world renowned for ADHD research and treatment. He discusses the challenges and the victories he’s experienced during his decades in the field. https://www.cbt4adhd.com/Adult ADHD Tool KitRethinking Adult ADHD