Hopeology
We are on hiatus, but hope to be back sometime in 2025. Please still reach out if you would like to be a guest in the future.
Here at Hopeology, we interview people to hear about their authentic stories of what connects us all... hope.
New episodes every two weeks.
Disclaimer: The views reflected by any of the guests may not reflect the views of the podcast host. Some topics may be difficult for some viewers, so proceed at your own risk. This podcast does not replace psychotherapy or advice and is only for entertainment. The host is a licensed therapist, and will never disclose any conversations between her clients and her.
Do you want to be on the podcast or do you have feedback? Contact [email protected]
Music by Scott Holmes, background website photo by: Kelly Sikkema
Podcast owned by: Hopeology, LLC
- Update frequency
- every 14 days
- Average duration
- 44 minutes
- Episodes
- 29
- Years Active
- 2023 - 2024
Embracing Radical Acceptance and Self-Forgiveness with Chrissy Ames-Cotto
Imagine growing up with a parent struggling with schizophrenia—how would it shape your life and career choices? Chrissy Ames Cotto, a licensed marriage and family therapist, joins us to…
Fostering Connection and Resilience in Schools: Insights from Dr. Tara Armstead
Join us for an enlightening conversation with Dr. Tara Armstead, as she reflects on her 18-year journey in education. Dr. Armstead opens up about her personal battles and how they insp…
Balancing Hope and Reality: Dr. Max Kusovitsky on Uncovering Authenticity and Resilience in Therapy
Join us on this episode of Hopeology as we sit down with Dr. Max Kusovitsky, a psychoanalyst from the New York/New Jersey tri-state area. Dr. Kusovitsky peels back the layers of psycho…
Healing Journeys Beyond Foster Care with A Home Within
Imagine the profound difference a lifetime of therapeutic support could make for those who've grown up in foster care. That's the mission at the heart of A Home Within, where Emily Yan…
Shaping Triumph from Trials: Sam Knickerbocker on Resilience, Financial Freedom, and Legacy Building
Ever felt like life's throwing more curveballs than you can catch? Tune in as my guest, Sam Knickerbocker, and I discuss the resilience and choices that transform adversity into a found…
Unveiling Intimacy and Identity in the Therapeutic Space with Christophe Ngo
Christophe Ngo shares about his journey from struggling with his own sexuality to becoming a compassionate marriage and family therapist specializing in sex therapy, kink, and alternati…
Hope and Humanity on the Streets of Chicago: Zak Mucha on the Healing Power of Compassion and Connection
My latest podcast episode offers an intimate glimpse into the forgotten world of homelessness, as Zak Mucha, a seasoned social worker and psychoanalyst, joins me, Christina McKelvey, t…
Breaking the Chains of Generational Trauma: Lan Nguyen on Healing from Narcissistic abuse and Shame
I speak with Lan Nguyen, who speaks on the challenges faced by adult children of parents with borderline and narcissistic personality disorder. Through her experience, we peel back the …
Turning Adversity into Harmony: Chris Firebaugh's Story of Overcoming Cancer
When life threw a curveball at Chris Firebaugh in the form of stage four melanoma, he caught it and threw it right back. Join us as Chris opens up about the seismic shift that came with…
Harnessing Emotional Health Through REBT: Dr. Debbie Joffe Ellis on Rational Thinking, Gratitude, and Hope
Have you ever stopped to consider how your thoughts influence your emotional well-being? Join me, Christina McKelvy, along with the remarkable Dr. Debbie Joffe Ellis, as we delve into t…
Running Towards Legacy: Jose's Journey of Exploring His Hopi Heritage, Resilience, and Storytelling
Embark on a journey of cultural immersion and resilience with our latest podcast guest, Jose from the podcast, Finding Arizona. Moving back from the East Coast to the Hopi reservation, …
From Displacement to Healing: Tomoko Ella's Resilient Path to Service
Imagine being uprooted from your homeland as a child, thrust into an entirely new culture without the ability to communicate. This was the reality for Tomoko, whose heartfelt journey fr…
The Healing Power of Shared Stories: Kiki Walter on Mental Health and the Art of Personal Narrative
This interview with Kiki Walter is both heart retching and uplifting, one that explores the intimate corridors of the personal narrative and its therapeutic impact. Kiki, the editor beh…
Embracing Life's Journey: Brittian Rivington on Blended Families, Resilience, and Financial Empowerment
Have you ever wondered if the family you're born into is the only one that can shape your life? Brittian Rivington Blackman joins us to share his heartwarming journey through the twists…
Announcement!
We are going to be taking a break for December. In the meantime, listen to past episodes, leave reviews, share episodes, buy me a coffee...and have a wonderful holiday season.
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Navigating Cultural Identity and Mental Health: The Journey of Dr. Pauline Yeghnazar Peck
Navigating the complex intersection of cultural identity and mental health can be a challenging journey. Listen to our fascinating conversation with esteemed psychologist, Pauline Yeghn…
From Addiction to Redemption: The Extraordinary Story of Jamie Hairston
Addiction grips your life and drowns you in turmoil, but you find a lifeline in a place least expected – the military. Meet Jamie Hairston, a living testament to the power of transforma…
Discovering Hope and Healing in the Sobriety Journey: A Conversation with Sonia
Have you ever wondered about the powerful role community plays in the journey of sobriety? Our enlightening conversation with Sonia, founder of Everbloom, shines a revealing light on th…
A Deep Dive into Pregnancy and Childbirth Through the Lens of Theatre with Lillian Isabella
What if the theatre had the power to not only entertain, but to also enact change on societal norms ? Welcome to a riveting conversation with Lillian Isabella, a remarkable Cuban-Americ…
Navigating Parenthood Through the Lens of Fear and Hope with Author Yael-Goldstein Love
Fear and anxiety, are two emotions often associated with the dark side of parenting, specifically motherhood, which become the catalyst for an enlightening conversation in our latest ep…