Psychology and You

Dr. Penny Donnenfeld - Stress Reduction Psychology

nyspa1@gmail.com (Dr. Howard Gurr and Dr. Richard Lustberg) — Wed, 06 Aug 2008 05:58:41 -0500

On this podcast, Dr Richard Lustberg talks with Dr. Penny Donnenfeld about stress. Stress has been shown to cause and contribute to a large number of psychological disorders.

Dr. Penny Donnenfeld is a clinical psychologist with over 20 years experience. She has received a doctoral degree in clinical psychology from Yeshiva University. During the past 20 years, Dr. Donnenfeld has held coordinator and supervisory positions at Jacoby Medical Center, Yeshiva University and The Teachers College at Columbia University. Presently, Dr. Donnenfeld is in private practice in Manhattan and Springfield, New Jersey. She has a particular interest in working with stress and stress related disorders. This work entails developing individual stress reduction plans and teaching skills that enable the patient to maintain health promoting practices.

Dr. Daniel Araoz - Hypnosis in Psychology

nyspa1@gmail.com (Dr. Howard Gurr and Dr. Richard Lustberg) — Mon, 21 Apr 2008 14:09:44 -0500

The third NYSPA podcast is a discussion with the host of “Psychology and You”, Dr. Howard Gurr and Dr. Daniel Araoz on hypnosis.

Dr. Daniel Araoz earned his Ed.D. from Columbia University in 1969. He is Licensed Psychologist: Illinois since 1972, Pennsylvania since 1976, and New York Licensed Mental Health Counselor since 2006. Dr. Araoz is presently a Senior Professor, School of Education, at The C.W. Post campus of Long Island University. He is a member of the National Association for the Advancement of Psychoanalysis. Dr. Araoz is Board Certified: ABPP (Counseling Psychology and Family Psychology), ABPH (Clinical Hypnosis), AASECT (Sex Therapist). He is an Approved Supervisor of AAMFT and (ACS), CCE, and a Certified Psychoanalyst (NCPsyA)), NAAP. Dr. Araoz is a NYSPA Emeritus; member NYSCH, NYMHCA.

Dr. Araoz is the author of 12 published books including "The New Hypnosis in Sex Therapy," and “Sexual Joy through Self-Hypnosis" and over 100 articles, chapters and book reviews. He has given Workshops in the USA, Canada, Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Argentina, Spain and Chile.

Dr. Stephen Honor - What Are Concussions and Traumatic Brain Injuries

nyspa1@gmail.com (Dr. Howard Gurr and Dr. Richard Lustberg) — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 13:06:38 -0600

In this installment of “Psychology of You”, Dr. Howard Gurr, today’s host, and Dr. Stephen Honor discuss concussions and traumatic brain injuries.

Dr. Stephen Honor is in the full time practice of forensic and clinical neuropsychology in Smithtown, NY. He is board certified in:

-clinical neuropsychology

-forensic psychology & forensic medicine

-clinical and medical psychology, and he is also a Fellow of the American College of Forensic Psychology

Dr. Honor serves as a Medical Advisor to the Department of Health and Human Services and a member of the New York State Department of Health Medical Records Access Review Committee. He is a representative of the Neuropsychology Division to the NYSPA and the Neuropsychology Division of the American Psychological Association. In addition, he is also on the Executive Board of the Suffolk County Psychological Association.

Dr. Honor has testified locally and nationally in legal cases, pertaining to homicide, personal injury and custody evaluation. He also lectures to professional groups including physicians, psychologists, attorneys and mental health specialists on topics related to neuropsychology and forensics.

Dr. Leah Klungness - Single Parenting

nyspa1@gmail.com (Dr. Howard Gurr and Dr. Richard Lustberg) — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 13:01:01 -0600

On this show of “Psychology of You”, Dr. Richard Lustberg, today’s host, and Dr. Leah Klungness discuss and offer advice about being a single parent.

Leah Klungness, Ph.D., is a psychologist and recognized authority on single parenting and relationship issues. She is the coauthor of the award winning book The Complete Single Mother recently published in a completely revised third edition. This book is the only comprehensive and best selling self-help book ever written for single parents.

Dr. Klungness' expertise comes from her personal experiences as a single parent, as well as her training and experience as a psychologist. Dr. Klungness earned her doctorate and license as a psychologist while single parenting her two young children. She has been quoted in major national magazines and newspapers and has appeared on national TV and radio talk shows.

Dr. Klungness is in private practice in Locust Valley, Long Island, New York. She specializes in working with families during and after divorce. Her expertise in single parenting helps both mothers and fathers during this critical period of transition. Emphasizing solution-oriented approaches, Dr. Klungness helps people adapt to sudden and significant life changes as well as shifting parental roles and expectations. Dr. Klungness consults frequently with women considering single motherhood by choice. In addition, Dr. Klungness also provides expert testimony and consultation in child custody cases.

Listen to the podcast and register to win a free, signed, copy of Dr. Klungness' book "The Complete Single Mother" by sending an email to podcast@nyspa.org. One copy will be given away to a randomly selected listener.

Psychology and You, Introductory Show 2

nyspa1@gmail.com (Dr. Howard Gurr and Dr. Richard Lustberg) — Fri, 14 Dec 2007 12:48:30 -0600

Listen to the second introductory NYSPA podcast by Dr. Howard Gurr and Dr. Richard Lustberg. The new show called "Psychology and You" will be kicking-off soon. Hear what shows are upcoming, and a detailed description on the organization of the show.

Initial NYSPA Podcast

nyspa1@gmail.com (Dr. Howard Gurr and Dr. Richard Lustberg) — Tue, 11 Dec 2007 05:25:52 -0600

Experience the First Introductory NYSPA Podcast by Dr. Howard Gurr and Dr. Richard Lustberg. The new show is called "Psychology and You". Listen to the introductory podcast to learn about this exciting opportunity for NYSPA members and what benefit it will bring to our web users. Learn how to get involved by clicking here.