In this episode, Rob discusses clinical resiliency with Katie McCoog, LCSW and clinical director of Embark Behavioral Health in White Haven, Pennsylvania. Katie and Rob define resiliency as the ability to respond to one's environment and bounce back from challenges. They emphasizes the importance of recognizing progress, setting boundaries, and seeking support from supervisors and therapists. Rob also highlights the concept of flow state, where therapists feel a sense of fulfillment and engagement in their work. Additionally, Katie and Rob address the impact of vicarious trauma and the need for self-care in the helping profession.

About Katie

Katie McCoog graduated from Marywood University with an MSW degree in Social Work, with a concentration in Behavioral Health. She has been working in the field for 15 years and has been acknowledged internationally as a certified trauma therapist. Katie has provided family and individual therapy, substance abuse, and behavior modification to a wide variety of populations such as children starting at the age of 5 to adults 60 and over. She has treated individuals diagnosed with autism, mental health illnesses, intellectual disabilities, and comorbidity.

About Rob

Dr. Rob Gent, who has a doctorate in psychology, is the vice president of clinical development and training and one of the founding members of Embark Behavioral Health. Rob has been with the company for 15 years and has led the Embark organization in clinical development and growth of numerous programs. He is the lead developer of the proprietary CASA Developmental Framework, which is pervasive throughout Embark’s programs.

Through his dedication to advancing clinical development, practice, and research, he has become a nationally recognized expert in the field. His specialization in clinical development is enhanced by his therapeutic expertise and has yielded such accomplishments as the development of; The CASA Developmental Framework, Vive Family Intensive Program, Calo Preteens, Canine Attachment Therapy-Transferable Attachment Program, and other specialized programs.

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In this episode, Rebekah Tinker, LCSW, returns to “Sessions” to share her experiences treating eating disorders and the intersection of eating disorders with gender and sexuality. Rebekah and Rob emphasize the need for the whole family to be involved in the treatment process, as eating disorders often stem from family dynamics and patterns. Rebekah also highlights the rise of body shame and disordered eating in the LGBTQ community and the need for therapists to address the societal factors that contribute to these issues. Rebekah and Rob discuss the importance of creating a safe and accepting therapeutic environment where clients can explore their relationship with their bodies and work towards self-acceptance. 

Related Blogs:  

LGBTQ+ Mental Health: How To Support Your Youth 

How To Best Support and Accept Your LGBTQ Youth 

Ask a Therapist: How Do You Identify Eating Disorders in Adolescence?Eating Disorders in Teens 

Related Videos: 

What to Know About Eating Disorder Treatment | Embark Sessions 

Eating Disorders: How Parents Can Support Their Child | Roadmap to Joy 

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Have a question for our experts? We want to hear from you! Submit your questions to: askatherapist@embarkbh.com. 

About Rebekah Tinker, LCSW 

Rebekah believes the therapeutic relationship is built from trust and sincerity. Her hope is to hold space for a genuine connection that fosters dynamic self-reflection. Looking deeper into the layers of experience that inform our internal gaze and external lens, and what we intrinsically value and believe. Whether you are looking to unravel patterns of codependency, improve communication with your partner(s), or navigate through body shame and disordered eating, Rebekah sees opportunity for clarity and resolve. 

Her clinical approach holds an intersectional feminist and psychodynamic lens. Each session is focused on deconstructing conscious and unconscious beliefs and behaviors. Weeding out what holds us captive in doubt, while empowering individuality and acceptance of self. 

She specializes in relationships, sex and sexuality, body image, disordered eating, and identity development. She works with couples, adults, and adolescents of all genders and sexualities. 

About Rob 

Dr. Rob Gent, Ph.D., is the Chief Clinical Officer and one of the founding members of Embark Behavioral Health. Rob has been with the company for 15 years and has led the Embark organization in the clinical development and growth of numerous programs. He is the lead developer of the proprietary CASA Developmental Framework, which is pervasive throughout Embark’s programs. 

Through his dedication to advancing clinical development, practice, and research, he has...

In this enlightening podcast episode, Rob delves into the influential role of parenting in shaping children's lives, and how to view parenting through a therapeutic lens. He emphasizes the essence of secure attachment parenting, where caregivers prioritize a child's developmental well-being through consistent boundaries and nurturance. Rob highlights the rewards of parenting, including the release of oxytocin and dopamine, fostering connection and emotional regulation. He discusses the pivotal nature of repairing the parent-child relationship by expressing regret, empathy, and the intention to change. Rob acknowledges the challenges of parenting, particularly during adolescence, while underlining the importance of providing a secure base for children's resilience.  

Related Blogs:  

 How To Take Care of Yourself So You Can Take Care of Your Child 

Embark Parenting Guide 

How Teen Mental Health Struggles Affect the Whole Family 

Related Videos: 

 How To Be an Emotionally Present Parent 

Mental Health Days: What Parents Need to Know | Roadmap to Joy 

About Rob 

Dr. Rob Gent, Ph.D., is the Chief Clinical Officer and one of the founding members of Embark Behavioral Health. Rob has been with the company for 15 years and has led the Embark organization in the clinical development and growth of numerous programs. He is the lead developer of the proprietary CASA Developmental Framework, which is pervasive throughout Embark’s programs. 

Through his dedication to advancing clinical development, practice, and research, he has become a nationally recognized expert in the field. His specialization in clinical development is enhanced by his therapeutic expertise and has yielded such accomplishments as the development of; The CASA Developmental Framework, Vive Family Intensive Program, Calo Preteens, Canine Attachment Therapy-Transferable Attachment Program, and other specialized programs. 

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