Welcome to Headroom, where LCC Mental Health Counselor Jim Owens talks with members of the campus community about how to improve mental, emotional, and behavioral health. This is a mental health podcast about raising the ceiling on our own personal capabilities. Learn ways to improve or maintain your mental health by hearing the experiences of others and learning from mental health experts on a variety of topics.
Latest episodes
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29 min
The Interplay of Grit and Compassion With Dr. Ana Kelly, Pt. 2
In Part Two of my conversation with Dr. Ana Kelly, associate professor of nursing at Columbia University, we explore the transformative power of immersing oneself in different cult…
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26 min
Building Resilience in Healthcare Education With Dr. Ana Kelly, Pt. 1
In this episode of Headroom, I sit down with Dr. Ana Kelly, an associate professor of nursing at Columbia University, to discuss her remarkable journey in healthcare and academia.D…
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28 min
Resilience and Transformation With Mark Vroman (Part 2)
In part two of my conversation with Mark Vroman—former Battalion Chief of Meridian Township and current professor of online learning and prison education at Siena Heights Universit…
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27 min
A Lifesaving Career With Mark Vroman (Part 1)
In this episode of Headroom, I sit down with my friend and colleague, Professor Mark Vroman, to explore the profound impact of a career in emergency response and education. Mark, a…
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29 min
The Power of Community in Addiction Recovery with Jason Riley (Part 2)
In this episode of Headroom, we continue our conversation with Jason Riley, LPC, CAADC, exploring how recovery and personal growth are deeply influenced by community and relationsh…
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27 min
Finding Meaning in Addiction Recovery with Jason Riley (Part 1)
In this episode of Headroom, I sit down with Jason Riley, LPC, CAADC - once my student, now my colleague in mental health - to discuss addiction, co-occurring disorders, and the ro…
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33 min
Philosophy, Virtue, and Ethics - Part 2 of 2
In this episode, Dr. Michael Giles, a political science professor at LCC, delves into the intersection of philosophy and political science, with a focus on political theory, which…
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29 min
Philosophy, Virtue, and Ethics - Part 1 of 2
In this episode, Dr. Michael Giles, a political science professor at LCC, delves into the intersection of philosophy and political science, with a focus on political theory, which…
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31 min
Advantages, Disadvantages, & Strength
LCC Center for Student Access Consultant Andy George works with students with disabilities needing academic support and classroom accommodations. He grew up in the Lansing area and…
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30 min
Music, Mental Health, & Dual Careers
LCC Librarian and Professional Concert Bassist Chuck Page sits down with Jim Owens to discuss the connections between Music and Mental Health. Chuck grew up in North Carolina and w…
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29 min
Social Work, Death, and Compassion
LCC Advisor Island Ewart is currently completing a graduate degree in clinical social work in preparation to provide clinical mental health counseling. She completed an undergradua…
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27 min
A Custom Life Curriculum.
In this episode, Jim sits down with Rafael "Gabe" Revilla, an LCC Counseling Office employee often found at the front desk. With his finger on the pulse of student concerns, Gabe p…
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30 min
Kiss and Kill: Lovingly Destroying Ignorance
In this episode Jim sits down with LCC Anthropology Professor Kali Majumdar to discuss mental health through a multicultural lens. The conversation ranges from collectivistic versu…
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25 min
Fitness, Cycling, & Fortitude
LCC Police Chief Daryl Gaines sits down with Jim Owens to discuss the positive impact that physical health has on mental health.Chief Gaines talks about how physical fitness is req…
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27 min
Balancing Flexibility with Boundaries
Dr. Steve Robinson, President of Lansing Community College, returns for part two of a discussion on mental health. In this episode, Dr. Robinson speaks less about his own journey i…
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29 min
Commonizing, Hobbies, and Making Connections
Dr. Steve Robinson, President of Lansing Community College, grew up in metro-Detroit, in a split-household, where his family was supportive of mental health, inspiring him to becom…
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27 min
Depression, Gratitude, and Seeking Joy.
Ronda Miller, Dean of Student Affairs at Lansing Community College, shares her story of life as a kid through high school, college, adulthood, and finally into a career as a leader…
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29 min
Stress, Exercise, and Laughter
Angela Matthews, chairperson of the LCC Board of Trustees, defines herself as a community activist. She wants everyone to know that college is possible, and that it’s okay to figur…
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27 min
Big Dreams Powered by a Huge “Why”
Dr. Felipe Lopez-Sustaita, Associate Dean at Lansing Community College for Support Services, shares his story of growing up in the United States as a migrant worker. Felipe receive…
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27 min
People Are a Process, Not a Product
Sam Bultman is an LCC Academic Advisor where he helps students plan their academic journey through college and beyond. Sam is also a licensed professional counselor who works part-…