Practical for Your Practice
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<p>Three clinical psychologists and trainers at CDP come together to talk about the good, the bad, and the ugly of actually implementing Evidence-Based Psychotherapies (EBP’s). Practical for your Practice is a bi-weekly podcast featuring stories, ideas, support, and actionable intel to empower providers to keep working toward implementing EBP’s with fidelity and effectiveness. This project is sponsored by the Uniformed Services University (USU); however, the information or content and conclusions do not necessarily represent the official position or policy of, nor should any official endorsement be inferred on the part of, USU, the Department of Defense, or the U.S. Government.</p>
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Recent Episodes
July 27, 2026
Beyond the Uniform: Mapping out Veteran Wellness with Behavior Activation
<p>The first 12 months after leaving the military can be an incredible window of opportunity, but it is also a uniquely high-risk time for a service member’s mental health. When the uniform comes off, Veterans don't just leave a job; they lose a built-in mission, a tight-knit community, and a structured way of living. In this episode, hosts Dr. Jenna Ermold and Dr. Kevin Holloway sit down with licensed psychologist and researcher Dr. Shannon Blakey to flip the script on how we support transitioning veterans. Instead of waiting for clinical distress or pathology to surface, Dr. Blakey shares how clinicians can use Behavioral Activation (BA) as a proactive super-tool for wellness promotion. Tune in to discover how to help Veterans build an internal "compass," translate rigid military strengths into civilian life, and navigate the unexpected identity shifts of life after service.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Shannon Blakey, PhD</strong>, is a Research Clinical Psychologist at RTI International and co-</p><p>founder of Redstart Psychological Services, PLLC. Dr. Blakey’s research focuses on the</p><p>nature, prevention, and treatment of mental health problems and suicide risk, especially</p><p>among military and veteran populations. Her research has been supported by the</p><p>National Institutes of Health and U.S. Department of Defense (DoD), including an</p><p>ongoing DoD-funded project to adapt Behavioral Activation strategies into an upstream</p><p>well-being promotion and suicide prevention program for use during the military-to-</p><p>civilian transition. Dr. Blakey has published over 100 scientific articles and book</p><p>chapters and serves on multiple journal editorial boards. She is a North Carolina</p><p>Licensed Psychologist and maintains an active clinical practice delivering evidence-</p><p>based psychotherapies to veterans and service members.</p><p></p><p>Resources mentioned in this episode: </p><ul><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.rti.org/insights/military-transition-programs-behavioral-activation">Blakey, S. M., et al (2026, September 16). How to improve military transition outcomes through values-based activities. </a></li></ul><ul><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41052716/">Blakey, S. M., et al (2025). Bringing veteran mental health promotion and suicide prevention efforts upstream: The THRiVE study protocol. Contemporary Clinical Trials, 158, 108100. </a></li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.sciencedirect.com/book/edited-volume/9780128153123/military-veteran-reintegration?via=ihub%3D">Castro, C. A., & Dursun, S. (Eds.). (2019). Military veteran reintegration: Approach, management, and assessment of military veterans transitioning to civilian life. Academic Press. </a></li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/0145445510390929">Lejuez, C. W., et. al (2011). Ten year revision of the brief behavioral activation treatment for depression: Revised treatment manual. Behavior Modification, 35(2), 111–161.</a></li></ul><p> </p><p> Calls-to-action: </p><ul><li>Share your impactful moment in the comments or via <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.speakpipe.com/cdpp4p">https://www.speakpipe.com/cdpp4p</a></li><li>Subscribe to the Practical for Your Practice Podcast</li><li>Subscribe to <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://deploymentpsych.org/CDP-MED-Opt-In">The Center for Deployment Psychology Monthly Email</a> </li></ul>
July 13, 2026
Redefining the "Wins" in Suicide Prevention
<p>Clinical work with clients at high risk for suicide can make providers feel they are on a conveyor belt. One reason for this is that, sadly, so many people are struggling with crises and safety concerns; the demand for services seems never-ending. But another reason is more insidious: the risk of provider burnout. On today’s episode, Dr. Erin Frick shares her perspective from working as a clinician and educator in the field of suicide prevention. Listen in as she encourages us to remain hopeful and connected with the “humanness” behind the crises. And if you have thoughts about how to “redefine the ‘wins’ “ in this work, share them with us.</p><p></p><p><strong>Erin Frick, Psy.D., </strong>is a clinical psychologist and an Associate Director at the Consortium for Defense Psychology (CDP), located at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences.. At CDP, Dr. Frick leads the VA-Safeguard Suicide Prevention Project, where her team works to identify and implement best practices for suicide prevention among special veteran populations by leveraging evidence-based psychotherapies and VA standards of care. She also leads the DoD Child Collaboratory, a team dedicated to researching and implementing training and best practices for utilizing telehealth and digital tools to enhance healthcare and support for military youth and families.</p><p></p><p>Resources mentioned in this episode: </p><ul><li>Therapeutic Risk Management Tool, available on the Rocky Mountain MIRECC website: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.mirecc.va.gov/visn19/trm/">https://www.mirecc.va.gov/visn19/trm/</a></li><li>The benefits of mindfulness for stress reduction: Ameli R, Sinaii N, West CP, Luna MJ, Panahi S, Zoosman M, Rusch HL, Berger A. Effect of a Brief Mindfulness-Based Program on Stress in Health Care Professionals at a US Biomedical Research Hospital: A Randomized Clinical Trial. JAMA Netw Open. 2020 Aug 3;3(8):e2013424. doi: 10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2020.13424. PMID: 32840621; PMCID: PMC7448827. </li><li>CDP’s CBT for Suicide Prevention workshops: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://cdp.usuhs.edu/training-schedule">https://cdp.usuhs.edu/training-schedule</a></li></ul><p> </p><p>Calls-to-action: For example: </p><ul><li>Attend CDP’s CBT for Suicide Prevention (CBT-SP) training</li><li>Regularly implement self-care</li><li>Share your impactful moment in the comments or via <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.speakpipe.com/cdpp4p">https://www.speakpipe.com/cdpp4p</a></li><li>Subscribe to the Practical for Your Practice Podcast</li><li>Subscribe to <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://deploymentpsych.org/CDP-MED-Opt-In">The Center for Deployment Psychology Monthly Email</a> </li></ul>
July 1, 2026
No Wrong Door: Navigating Chronic Pain, PTSD, and Suicide in Military Populations
<p>In this episode, hosts Drs. Jenna Ermold and Carin Lefkowitz sit down with clinical psychologist and national pain management expert Dr. Jennifer Murphy to dismantle the traditional, "find it, fix it" biomedical approach to chronic pain. Drawing from her extensive background, including five years as the National Director of Pain Management for the VA, Dr. Murphy highlights why addressing persistent pain is a critical piece of mental health advocacy, particularly for Veterans.</p><p>The conversation explores the complex intersections of chronic pain with PTSD, sleep disturbances, and elevated suicide risk. While providers often feel ill-equipped to ask about pain, Dr. Murphy demystifies the treatment process, revealing that evidence-based protocols (like CBT for Chronic Pain) rely heavily on foundational behavioral health skills clinicians already possess.</p><p>Because military-connected clients can often be more comfortable entering care to address physical versus behavioral health symptoms, treating a patient’s pain can act as a pivotal therapeutic gateway to addressing trauma and PTSD down the road. Ultimately, validating a patient's lived experience is the first step toward restoring autonomy and opening the door to deeper clinical healing. There is no wrong door and the most important thing we can do as providers is keep as many of them open as possible.</p><p>Did this episode spark your interest in expanding your chronic pain practice toolkit? Did it bring up a question or underscore an impactful moment you experienced? Reach out to us via email or leave us a message on Speakpipe. And remember to stay curious and mind your EBPs!</p><p></p><p><strong>Dr. Jennifer Murphy</strong> is a clinical psychologist who has specialized in pain management for twenty years. She is CEO of Pain Expert Consulting and Senior Clinical Strategist for Applied VR. From 2020-2025, Dr. Murphy served as the National Director of Pain Management for the Department of Veterans Affairs. She is lead author of the VA’s Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Chronic Pain Manual, a book entitled Chronic Pain and Opioid Management: Strategies for Integrated Treatment, as well as numerous peer-reviewed publications.</p><p></p><p>Resources mentioned in this episode:</p><ul><li><strong>AppliedVR:</strong> Explore immersive, FDA-authorized virtual reality healthcare technology designed to help patients manage chronic pain. Learn more at<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://appliedvr.io/"> AppliedVR</a>.</li><li><strong>Consortium for Defense Psychology (CDP) Training:</strong> CDP offers evidence-based protocol training in CBT for Chronic Pain (CBT-CP) multiple times a year. Check out the upcoming training schedule on our <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://deploymentpsych.org/training">upcoming trainings page </a> </li></ul><p></p><p>Calls-to-action: </p><ul><li>Take a CBT for Chronic Pain (CBT-CP) workshop through CDP</li><li>Share your impactful moment in the comments or via <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.speakpipe.com/cdpp4p">https://www.speakpipe.com/cdpp4p</a></li><li>Subscribe to the Practical for Your Practice Podcast</li><li>Subscribe to <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://deploymentpsych.org/CDP-MED-Opt-In">The Center for Deployment Psychology Monthly Email</a> </li></ul>
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<p>Three clinical psychologists and trainers at CDP come together to talk about the good, the bad, and the ugly of actually implementing Evidence-Based Psychotherapies (EBP’s). Practical for your Practice is a bi-weekly podcast featuring stories, ideas, support, and actionable intel to empower providers to keep working toward implementing EBP’s with fidelity and effectiveness. This project is sponsored by the Uniformed Services University (USU); however, the information or content and conclusions do not necessarily represent the official position or policy of, nor should any official endorsement be inferred on the part of, USU, the Department of Defense, or the U.S. Government.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
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