Doc Talk: Venturing Beyond a Master's

It's Episode 13!! 

This week, Allison catches up with her college classmate and friend Mr. Patrick Mather in a fun conversation jam packed with great insights about his experience in the full-time doctoral program in Clinical Psychology at the Uniformed Services University of Health Sciences (USUHS).

Mr. Mather is a 2001 Graduate of the United States Military Academy at West Point (GO ARMY!!) who served on active duty for 16 + years as an Officer in the United States Army.  The majority of that time was in the Special Forces with deployments around the world.

Mr. Mather currently serves as a Foreign Service Officer with the US State Department.  His passion for service to others in conjunction with his own post-combat experience compelled, and continues to compel, him to pursue a third career in behavioral health.

This is a great episode for anyone of course, but especially for Veterans or those actively serving in the Armed Forces as Mr. Mather is a Veteran who continues to serve as an Officer in the US Army Reserves. 

Connect with Mr. Patrick Mather on LinkedIn
Catch him on the Guards Down Podcast with Greg Washington
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In today's episode, Allison revisits with Dr. Natacia Owens and they chat about Dr. Owen's dissertation defense experience.  Before earning the title "Dr.", there was a point during her defense where, then Mrs. Owens felt a surge of confidence, realizing that she knew her dissertation and the material she'd studied pretty darn well!  6 years of involvement with a specific subject matter can do that!

Dr. Owen's holds TWO Bachelor's degree's from High Point University in North Carolina (Business Administration and General Music), an MA in Music Education from Boston University, and her Doctorate of Education in Organizational Leadership for Higher Education from Grand Canyon University.

Today she is an advocate for student success in higher education, encouraging students to achieve their goals.

Connect with Dr. Owens on LinkedIn or via email at [email protected]
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Today, your host, Allison Marschean, speaks with Dr. Natacia Owens about her transition from her long term goal of becoming an Entertainment Attorney to earning her EdD in Organizational Leadership in Higher Education.

Dr. Owen's holds TWO Bachelor's degree's from High Point University in North Carolina (she shares what they are in this episode), an MA in Music Education from Boston University, and her EdD from Grand Canyon University.

Today she is an advocate for student success in higher education, encouraging students to achieve their goals.

In this episode, find out:
* who she refers to as "Wonder Woman"
* who is always watching what you do with your life
* what major life changes Dr. Owens experienced during her 6-year program

Connect with Dr. Owens on LinkedIn or via email at [email protected]
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In this episode (Part 2 of 2), host Allison Marschean receives yet another amazing history lesson from Dr. Joshua Wolf as they discuss the origins of his love for American History and the importance of passion when it comes to deciding to venture beyond a master's.

Since 2016 Dr. Wolf has served as an Assistant Professor of History at Benedictine College in Atchison, Kansas.

Dr. Wolf earned his BA in Theatre from Point Park University, a master's degree in History from East Stroudsburg University, and his PhD in American History from Temple University.


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In this episode, host Allison Marschean gets an amazing history lesson AND she has a treat for you at the very beginning of the episode you won't want to miss!  

Today's guest is Dr. Joshua Wolf.  Since 2016 he's served as an Assistant Professor of History at Benedictine College in Atchison, Kansas.

Dr. Wolf earned his BA in Theatre from Point Park University, a master's degree in History from East Stroudsburg University, and his PhD in American History from Temple University.
Yes, this native Pennsylvanian completed all of his schooling in his home state. . ."there's no place like home!"

Today, Dr. Wolf shares how he made the transition from studying theatre to studying history and give listeners an idea as to what happens when you find out that what you thought was going to be a unique and original contribution to your field of study is not original at all. 

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In today’s episode, Dr. Lisa Rutner explains her journey through her doctoral program as an adult learner.  She lays out the criteria she used to select her program and offers encouragement to learners with what she calls “learning deficits”.

Dr. Rutner earned her EdD in Organizational Leadership with and Emphasis in Special Education in 2018 from Grand Canyon University.

She currently serves as a Senior Doctoral Adjunct, a Dissertation Chair, and a Content Expert at Grand Canyon University.

Connect with Dr. Rutner:
[email protected]
https://qualdissertationcoaching.wordpress.com/

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In today’s episode, host, Allison Marschean chats with Dr. Lisa Rutner about the significance a "chair" plays in one's doctoral program and when to seek out an editor and how best to employ said editor.  During their conversation, Dr. Rutner shares some neat tips on ways to balance family life and doctoral program studies.

Dr. Rutner earned her EdD in Organizational Leadership with and Emphasis in Special Education in 2018 from Grand Canyon University.

She currently serves as a Senior Doctoral Adjunct, a Dissertation Chair, and a Content Expert at Grand Canyon University.

Connect with Dr. Rutner:
[email protected]
https://qualdissertationcoaching.wordpress.com/

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Did you catch last week's cliffhanger??  If you didn't, you've got to go back and check it out!

Connect with Dr. Martella: [email protected]

In today’s episode, learn how a traumatic childhood propelled Dr. Joyce Martella into the work she is passionate about today.

The a theme I drew from my chat with Dr. Martella:
 2 Corinthians 1:4 who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves receive from God.

Dr. Martella earned her PhD in Depth Psychology from Pacifica Graduate Institute in 2015.  She holds an A. A. in Early Childhood Psychology with an emphasis in Social Work, a B.A. in Behavioral Psychology with a minor in Addictions, and an M. A. in Counseling.

Today, Dr. Martella works to bring attention to the complex trauma children born and raised in cults suffer.

Connect with Dr. Martella: [email protected]

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How do you respond when you've been told from a young age that your family just didn't have the genes to do well in school?? 

In today’s episode, find out how growing up being told she didn't have what it takes to excel academically impacted Dr. Joyce Martella and how her life experience significantly influenced what she ultimately chose to pursue 

Dr. Martella earned her PhD in Depth Psychology from Pacifica Graduate Institute in 2015.

Dr. Martella also holds an A. A. in Early Childhood Psychology with an emphasis in Social Work, a B.A. in Behavioral Psychology with a minor in Addictions, and an M. A. in Counseling.

Today, Dr. Martella works to bring attention to the complex trauma children born and raised in cults suffer and how to assist them with the healing process.

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This recording is from 2017!  If you tuned in to Episode 1, you probably have a better understanding how this podcast has truly been "4 years in the making"!

In today’s episode, Part 2 of 2, Dr. Rowe offers insights into how the courses one takes in their doctoral program can help identify where their interests lie.  Dr. Rowe also shares the one thing an individual must possess in order to complete their program successfully.  Tune in to discover what he ultimately selected as his dissertation focus!

Before earning his doctorate Dr. Dennis Rowe earned a Masters of Education in Counseling from Boston University and a Master of Science degree in Computer Science from George Washington University.  He is a 1973 graduate of The United States Military Academy at West Point and the founder of the SAT and ACT Score Improvement Program.  Dr. Rowe is also the 2005 recipient of the Black Engineer of the Year Award for Professional Achievement in Industry.

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