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The Psy Files is a podcast that explores multiple areas in the field of psychology by interviewing some of Kentucky’s leading psychological experts. Our program is meant to inform, educate, and entertain listeners by delving into the inner workings of the field of psychology as well as mental health in our state. We explore topics such as substance abuse, trauma, suicide, forensics, and more. Additionally, we make it our goal to help break some of the stigmas surrounding our field through discourse, education, and fun. Mental health matters, and it is the intention of The Psy Files is to bring relevant topics to light.
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Thursday Jun 20, 2024
Episode 13: Dr. Ben Birkby
Thursday Jun 20, 2024
Thursday Jun 20, 2024
Dr. Birkby is a clinical and sport psychologist. He earned his doctorate in clinical psychology from Spalding University in Louisville, KY and went on to complete his internship at the acclaimed Boys Town in Omaha, Nebraska. He received undergraduate and graduate level training in sport psychology and is a certified Mental Performance Consultant® (CMPC) through the Association of Applied Sport Psychology (AASP). Making use of his research, clinical, and sport training, Dr. Birkby currently holds three positions. He is the director of the research and program evaluation team at REACH Evaluation, a company dedicated to creating a world informed and empowered by data for the greater good. As a child and adolescent clinician, Dr. Birkby provides therapy in an outpatient clinic called StrongMinds one day a week. He treats a wide variety of conditions and challenges, often focused on anxiety and OCD. And he co-founded and co-owns a part-time sport psychology consulting company called Strive, where he provides mental performance coaching to athletes, teams, coaches and parents.
Where to Find Dr. Birkby:
X (formerly Twitter):
@StriveSkills
Instagram:
@Strive_Mental_Skills
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