RENAR Voice

Erica and Ana sit down with Dr. Jody Vernam—former president of CSI’s Rho Eta Nu Alpha Rho chapter and current core faculty member at Liberty University. In this episode, Dr. Vernam shares her journey into leadership within the counseling profession and offers valuable insights and specifics for those aspiring to become college counselors. Tune in for a thoughtful conversation filled with inspiration and to taste Dr. Vernam's humility and wisdom.   Episode reference: APA: Rhoads, E., & Barend, A. (Producers). (2025, May 15). Ep. 48: The Ins and Outs of College Counseling: An Interview with Dr. Jody Vernam [Audio podcast episode]. In RENAR Voice. Rho Eta Nu Alpha Rho of Chi Sigma Iota, Liberty University

Hello everyone! We are sorry for the delay, but much has happened! Erica successfully defended her dissertation and is now teaching at Liberty! Congratulations, Dr. Rhoads! In this episode, Erica and Ana discussed the journey with the editors of the book and how the project was conceived.  We explored the key concepts about which the editors are most proud. We also discussed how a Christian professional counselor can achieve congruence in incorporating spirituality into counseling while upholding our code of ethics (ACA) and professional standards (CACREP). Tune in for insights and encouragement. Please contact Dr. Rhoads or Ana Barend at erhoads@liberty.edu [erhoads@liberty.edu] or abarend@liberty.edu [abarend@liberty.edu] Link for the book here. [https://www.amazon.com/Christian-Integration-Counselor-Education-Allen/dp/B0CTR47X8F/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1XO6J10QYYTLU&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.EGvUtt6zn323LyphHPCcOevlVvE_Nw-DhIxPTchAEewoA41nH_c3c0zmOzgNuhCxb3xwFIx26oQKBBcxhj41TlgaoIpZHBLPqVwnJzIGWP8.-IpeF6Yxe_Q9DDDIDSwhL9bTdTC1l1EeaRYmCDthxac&dib_tag=se&keywords=christian+integration+in+counselor+education&qid=1728939961&sprefix=christian+integratio%2Caps%2C114&sr=8-1] Episode reference: APA: Rhoads, E., & Barend, A. (Producers). (2024, October 10). Ep. 47: Christian Integration in Counselor Education: A Candid Talk With the Editors- Drs. King and Ford [Audio podcast episode]. In RENAR Voice. Rho Eta Nu Alpha Rho of Chi Sigma Iota, Liberty University   Below are examples of how to reference the chapters: Seigel, B. & Tyre, Y. (2024). Christian integration and evidence based practice. In J. A. King & K. M. Ford (Eds.), Christian integration in the counseling profession (pp. 301-314). Kendall Hunt.   Ostrander, C. & Ostrander, M. (2024). The role of the Holy Spirit in counseling. In J. A. King & K. M. Ford (Eds.), Christian integration in the counseling profession (pp. 489-507). Kendall Hunt.   Mayo, G. & Doney, C. (2024). Christian integration in grief and loss. In J. A. King & K. M. Ford (Eds.), Christian integration in the counseling profession (pp. 403-413). Kendall Hunt.

During this interesting conversation, Erica and Ana were delighted to hear from Dr. Daniel how fascinating, effective, and therapeutic group work is! As we are made in God's image (3 in One), group work addresses our need for relatedness and exposes how we relate with each other. We also explored how to making meaning from experiencing pain, and developing cognitive complexity in ourselves and our clients/students.   APA: Rhoads, E., & Barend, A. (Producers). (2023, November 16). Ep. 46: Group counseling: Interrelatedness, meaning in pain, and cognitive complexity- Dr. Denise Daniel [Audio podcast episode]. In RENAR Voice. Rho Eta Nu Alpha Rho of Chi Sigma Iota, Liberty University

Erica and Ana interviewed Dr. Joy Mwendwa, who is an embodiment of joy! In this interview, they discussed practicum anxiety and specific steps Master students can take to address this normative reaction to the counselor education experiential process. They also explored Dr. Mwendwa's teaching philosophy and the importance of humility and presence through the pedagogical process. We hope you enjoy! Joy is also a Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia and a Licensed Counseling Supervisor where she offers counseling supervision at Thomas Road Counseling House [https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ftrbc.org%2Fresources%2Fcare%2Fcounseling%2F&data=05%7C01%7Cerhoads%40liberty.edu%7C3fc877dbe9a7489c20d908dbb07f2a02%7Cbaf8218eb3024465a9934a39c97251b2%7C0%7C0%7C638297832452948064%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=m6KYn%2FSjo6Yz48w1w1Ib%2B6jsUu6PbjCWaQ26Ki%2FfRcY%3D&reserved=0], Cornerstone Counseling Counseling and Care, [https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fcornerstone4c.com%2F&data=05%7C01%7Cerhoads%40liberty.edu%7C3fc877dbe9a7489c20d908dbb07f2a02%7Cbaf8218eb3024465a9934a39c97251b2%7C0%7C0%7C638297832452948064%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=WGIo%2BM5hRzbsOiQ4Ex%2Ft35Em%2BeIuizI0k1kLOzbeqU4%3D&reserved=0] and DMV Counseling Coaching and Consultin [https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fdmvcounseling.com%2F&data=05%7C01%7Cerhoads%40liberty.edu%7C3fc877dbe9a7489c20d908dbb07f2a02%7Cbaf8218eb3024465a9934a39c97251b2%7C0%7C0%7C638297832453104299%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=LxnUDHj64irFtTCvSCRclNJ4IlK6fVLgyNHI7fGtsJE%3D&reserved=0]g.   APA Citation: Rhoads, E., & Barend, A. (Producers). (2023, September 8). Ep. 44: Calming practicum anxiety: Being a learner amongst learners- Dr. Joy Mwendwa [Audio podcast episode]. In RENAR Voice. Rho Eta Nu Alpha Rho of Chi Sigma Iota, Liberty University

Erica and Ana begin their podcast hosting experience interviewing Dr. Mary Deacon, who is a professor who has inspired both of them as they develop into the leaders God has designed them to be. Dr. Deacon has been teaching at Liberty for 12 years, she was the CACREP liaison, director of three of our master’s programs, and assessment coordinator. We hope Dr. Deacon's view of leadership will also inspire you. To visit Dr. Deacon's page, click here [https://www.liberty.edu/behavioral-sciences/counselor-ed/faculty/mary-deacon/]. Recommended APA citation example: Rhoads, E., & Barend, A. (Producers). (2023, May 17). Ep. 44: Servant Leadership- Dr. Mary Deacon [Audio podcast episode]. In RENAR Voice. Rho Eta Nu Alpha Rho of Chi Sigma Iota, Liberty University