Episodes

  • Silence is Killing First Responders

    Silence is Killing First Responders
    Jul 13 2024
    Silence is Killing First Responders
    With Nicole Ferry
    H.A.L.T. and Call for Backup
    Coast to Coast with Mike Koch and Jim McLintock

    This podcast demonstrates how one person can go through trauma and have the courage to break the silence and get help. Many First Responders keep their personal and emotional issues to themselves, suffering in silence and often taking their own lives.
    Nicole, a seasoned law enforcement professional with 26 years of experience, Special Agent in Charge and Sergeant in the Massachusetts Army National Guard, vowed to give her life for another human being in her pursuit to protect and serve our country and to protect the citizens of the United States of America.
    Silence nearly ended her life and it took literally a cry for help, a scream for help, before she rescued herself from the pit of despair that many never return. With the love of her husband, family and strong support, Nicole got help. She continues to work on herself and not surprisingly, she is continuing to help others by reaching out to those who remain silent.


    Positive Connections Radio: Episode-108

    "Be Strong, Stand up, Speak your Truth and Break the Stigma"

    www.MentalHealthNewsRadionetwork.com
    www.positiveconnectionsradio.com
    www.McLintockcounseling.com
    PositiveConnectionsRadio@gmail.com
    Nicole@NicoleFerry.com
    www.NicoleFerry.com
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    1 hr and 14 mins
  • SELF-CONTROL: 28-Day Challenge #9

    SELF-CONTROL: 28-Day Challenge #9
    Jun 10 2024
    SELF-CONTROL: 28-DAY CHALLENGE #9
    H.A.L.T. and Call for Backup
    Coast to Coast with Mike Koch and Jim McLintock
    Positive Connections Radio: Episode-107
    In order to make positive changes in your life it's wise to start making a change today. This is the 28-Day Challenge. 28-DAY CHALLENGE GOALS: We have a podcast for 9 months and talk about the following principles; (1) LOVE, (2) JOY, (3) PEACE, (4) PATIENCE, (5) KINDNESS, (6) GOODNESS, (7) GENTLENESS, (8) FAITHFULNESS, (9) SELF-CONTROL.
    "Be Strong, Stand up, Speak your Truth and Break the Stigma"

    www.MentalHealthNewsRadionetwork.com
    www.positiveconnectionsradio.com
    www.McLintockcounseling.com
    PositiveConnectionsRadio@gmail.com
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    52 mins
  • Guilt and Shame Recovery: The Master Class

    Guilt and Shame Recovery: The Master Class
    May 10 2024
    Guilt and Shame Recovery: The Master Class
    H.A.L.T. and Call for Backup
    Coast to Coast with Mike Koch and Jim McLintock
    Positive Connections Radio: PCR E-106


    Guilt: a feeling that we’ve done—or perceived we’ve done—something wrong.
    Shame: a feeling that our whole self is wrong—that we are worthy of contempt from others—that we are inadequate and without value.

    Guilt and shame that are allowed to run unchecked can take hold of our self-image and self-esteem. We become sensitive to “perceived” criticisms and feel rejection from others. We spiral into worthlessness, self-contempt, and the inability to give ourselves the grace, mercy, self-kindness, and self-forgiveness that we so easily give to others.

    What do we know that’s true about guilt and shame? Only that they are the motivational factors to anger, violence, self-hatred, substance abuse, and unhealthy emotional regulation.

    Had enough of allowing guilt and shame to have unhealthy voices within you? Let’s lean in and stop this unnecessary suffering. Time to HALT and Call For Backup!

    Join us for an amazing panel discussion with some incredible first responders who share their personal journeys with guilt and shame—and their personal journeys to healing and thriving!

    Somebody say “1-2-3 go!”

    "Be Strong, Stand up, Speak your Truth and Break the Stigma"

    www.MentalHealthNewsRadionetwork.com
    www.positiveconnectionsradio.com
    www.McLintockcounseling.com
    PositiveConnectionsRadio@gmail.com
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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • Sharks and Daisies: George Cavallo-Former Coast Guard Rescue Swimmer

    Sharks and Daisies: George Cavallo-Former Coast Guard Rescue Swimmer
    Apr 23 2024
    Sharks and Daisies: George Cavallo-Former Coast Guard Rescue Swimmer
    H.A.L.T. and Call for Backup
    Coast to Coast with Mike Koch and Jim McLintock
    Positive Connections Radio: E-105

    George Cavallo, a former Chief Warrant Officer and Coast Guard rescue swimmer, shares his experience and courage working for the United States Coast Guard. While saving many lives,

    George dives deep into the struggles of experiencing death, destruction and total mayhem involved with being a first responder in Hurricane Katrina and other tragedies out at sea. His memoir, "Sharks and Daisies," immerses readers in the intense world of rescue swimming, narrating the physical and emotional challenges faced by those risking their lives for others.

    "Be Strong, Stand up, Speak your Truth and Break the Stigma"
    www.MentalHealthNewsRadionetwork.com
    www.positiveconnectionsradio.com
    www.McLintockcounseling.com
    PositiveConnectionsRadio@gmail.com
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    51 mins
  • FAITHFULNESS: 28-Day Challenge #8

    FAITHFULNESS: 28-Day Challenge #8
    Mar 26 2024
    FAITHFULNESS: 28-DAY CHALLENGE #8
    H.A.L.T. and Call for Backup
    Coast to Coast with Mike Koch and Jim McLintock
    Positive Connections Radio: Episode-104
    In order to make positive changes in your life it's wise to start making a change today. This is the 28-Day Challenge.
    28-DAY CHALLENGE GOALS: We have a podcast for 9 months and talk about the following principles; (1) LOVE, (2) JOY, (3) PEACE, (4) PATIENCE, (5) KINDNESS, (6) GOODNESS, (7) GENTLENESS, (8) FAITHFULNESS, (9) SELF-CONTROL.
    "Be Strong, Stand up, Speak your Truth and Break the Stigma"
    www.MentalHealthNewsRadionetwork.com
    www.positiveconnectionsradio.com
    www.McLintockcounseling.com
    PositiveConnectionsRadio@gmail.com
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    31 mins
  • POLICE THERAPY: Ret Police Capt. David Bond Psy.D.

    POLICE THERAPY: Ret Police Capt. David Bond Psy.D.
    Mar 13 2024
    POLICE THERAPY
    Ret Police Capt. David Bond Psy.D.
    H.A.L.T. and Call for Backup
    Coast to Coast with Mike Koch and Jim McLintock
    Positive Connections Radio: PCR E-103

    More and more First Responders are standing up for their mental health and jumping right over that “Stigma” rut. This Stigma has done nothing but place our men and women in extreme danger, off the streets. David Bond is one of the good guys and represents integrity, confidentiality and empathy. He worked the streets, moved up in ranks, helped build his department's peer support team and retired as a police captain to become a licensed clinical therapist and clinical director for Focus Psychological Services in San Diego, CA. Below is his bio and once you hear what he has to say about therapy you might have a whole new outlook on life.

    David Bond, Psy.D., (PSY32595): was a sworn police officer for 27 years and retired at the rank of Captain in 2015. David is a licensed psychologist and has been working at Focus since 2016. His clinical experience includes working at the San Diego Psychiatric Hospital and CRF Vista Balboa group home facility. He has also counseled military combat veterans at the San Diego Vet Center. He is trained in EMDR and Rapid Resolution Therapy (RRT). David also serves as a PERT, District Attorney's Office, and GTA in-service law enforcement trainer. He can be reached directly at 619-954-5436.

    "Be Strong, Stand up, Speak your Truth and Break the Stigma"
    www.MentalHealthNewsRadionetwork.com
    www.positiveconnectionsradio.com
    PositiveConnectionsRadio@gmail.com
    911Therapy@gmail.com
    https://focuspsychservices.com
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    1 hr
  • GENTLENESS: 28-Day Challenge #7

    GENTLENESS: 28-Day Challenge #7
    Feb 14 2024
    GENTLENESS: 28-DAY CHALLENGE #7
    H.A.L.T. and Call for Backup
    Coast to Coast with Mike Koch and Jim McLintock
    Positive Connections Radio: PCR Episode-103
    In order to make positive changes in your life it's wise to start making a change today. This is the 28-Day Challenge.
    28-DAY CHALLENGE GOALS: We have a podcast for 9 months and talk about the following principles; (1) LOVE, (2) JOY, (3) PEACE, (4) PATIENCE, (5) KINDNESS, (6) GOODNESS, (7) GENTLENESS, (8) FAITHFULNESS, (9) SELF-CONTROL.
    "Be Strong, Stand up, Speak your Truth and Break the Stigma"

    www.MentalHealthNewsRadionetwork.com
    www.positiveconnectionsradio.com
    www.McLintockcounseling.com
    PositiveConnectionsRadio@gmail.com
    911Therapy@gmail.com
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    41 mins
  • The Heroes Under the Headset: The Raspy Dispatcher; Ashley Valenzuela

    The Heroes Under the Headset: The Raspy Dispatcher; Ashley Valenzuela
    Jan 27 2024
    The Heroes Under the Headset
    The Raspy Dispatcher; Ashley Valenzuela
    H.A.L.T. and Call for Backup
    Coast to Coast with Mike Koch and Jim McLintock
    Positive Connections Radio: Episode-101


    Ashley Valenzuela---MS Kinesiology and MA Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration---is a dedicated 911 Professional and the founder of "The Raspy Dispatcher LLC" and "Let's Talk Dispatch" podcast where she is joined by other subject matter experts to shed light on the crucial role of our 911 dispatchers and to advocate for the positive recognition that they so richly deserve.
    A former Sacramento California Police Department Dispatch II, and current Walnut Creek California Police Department Dispatcher, Ashley is passionate about educating the world on the need for more dispatchers to help serve our communities.
    She connects with dispatchers, first responders, and aspiring 911 dispatchers from all corners of the globe---and takes it a step further---providing training and affordable resources that are available on her "Let's Talk Dispatch" podcast, "The Raspy Dispatcher" website, and YouTube videos!
    Interested in becoming a 911 dispatcher? Looking for dispatch-specific educational resources? Join us on H.A.L.T. and Call for Backup as we "Support The Heroes Behind The Headsets"--with The Raspy Dispatcher herself--Ashley Valenzuela! Say it like you mean it: "The world needs more dispatchers!"
    -Be strong, stand up, speak your truth and break the stigma-www.MentalHealthNewsRadionetwork.com
    PositiveConnectionsRadio@gmail.com
    911Therapy@gmail.com
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    51 mins