In this episode, we dive into a practical, no-nonsense approach to mental health. Our guest shares insights from his Fix It handbook series, offering real, actionable steps to help people take control of their wellbeing. Instead of simply talking about it, we explore clear strategies designed to create real change in your mental and emotional health.
We also take a broader look at the current mental health crisis and the challenges people are facing today. With decades of experience in the field, our guest offers a unique perspective on what he is seeing in his practice and what needs to change. It is an eye-opening conversation about personal healing and the bigger picture of mental health.
Faust Ruggiero
Faust Ruggiero’s professional career spans over forty years of cutting-edge counseling programs focused on professional excellence and personal life enhancement. A published research author, clinical trainer, and therapist, he has worked in diverse settings, including clinics for deaf children, prisons, nursing homes, substance abuse centers, inpatient facilities, and major corporations.
After earning his degree from Mansfield University in 1977, Faust pursued graduate studies in psychology at Illinois State University, contributing to research on children's cognitive responses to television. He later worked with adolescent deaf children, developing behavioral management programs, and provided substance abuse counseling at the Lehigh Valley Alcohol Counseling Center. In 1984, he joined Northampton County Prison, where he provided psychological and substance abuse counseling for inmates.
In 1989, Faust became president of the Community Psychological Center, offering services for individuals, families, and specialized groups, including veterans and first responders. He also developed corporate employee assistance programs and was recognized nationally and internationally for his business-focused counseling approaches. In 1994, he became a trainer for the Pennsylvania Department of Health.
Faust developed the Process Way of Life Counseling Program, a method incorporating over fifty internal human processes to help clients navigate life challenges. This approach became the foundation for The Fix Yourself Empowerment Series, beginning with the award-winning The Fix Yourself Handbook in 2019. Faust has appeared on national and international media, including television, radio, and podcasts, and launched his own radio show, Fix It With Faust, in 2021.
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