Conversation 23 - Help People Find Where They Belong

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we sit down with Dr. Michael Lewis, the current president of the Ohio Counseling Association, clinician, and professor, to explore the diverse roles he balances in the counseling profession. We discuss his work with the OCA, including key initiatives and challenges facing counselors in Ohio. He  also shares insights on supporting students and leadership,   his research on gaming addiction and the  impact of gaming on mental health and how this evolving issue is being addressed in counseling. We dive into his experience as a professor, mentoring the next generation of counselors, and explore the broader trends shaping the future of counseling. Whether you’re a counselor, student, or simply interested in mental health, this conversation offers valuable perspectives on leadership, education, and clinical practice in the modern counseling world.Tune in for an insightful conversation packed with practical advice and reflections from a seasoned professional in the field!Resources:The Model of Passion - https://psycnet.apa.org/record/2015-26356-000Jane McGonigal, author of Super Better & Reality is Broken - https://janemcgonigal.com/ ***If you would like to provide any feedback for the podcast, we invite you to do so at the form linked here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfV0u5jSuQ4hNaGM3Nioymbj4ZuQAIlcxIJrYr98fUgfiwnNQ/viewformIf you or your division have a PSA you'd like Ohio Counseling Conversations to share, you can complete the form linked here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScDWNUFWbzJ6OclTzEh8WvBFdgCi_cXtRq3XYKVQClGwLfUpA/viewformBoth of these links are always available on the OCA Link Tree: https://linktr.ee/ohiocounseling****If you’re a counselor in Ohio and would like to get involved as part of production or as a guest, or know someone who might be interested, please email us at [email protected]!****Created by the OCA's Media, Public Relations, and Membership (MPRM) Committee & its Podcast Subcommittee·Hosted by Marisa Cargill·Pre-Production & Coordination by Kailey Bradley, Marisa Cargill & Kendra Thornton·Editing by Leah Wood·Original music selections by Elijah Satoru Wood·Closing song: Accretion Discotheque by Who AD