As a Licensed Professional Counselor My background includes experience as a clinician in mental health facilities as well as in the corrections system. I specialize in collaborating with individuals diagnosed with special needs, Schizophrenia, Bi-polar Disorder, Depression Substance Abuse and LBGT. I chose to attend Breyer State Theology University, my goals are to provide meaning...Read More

Dia Dhuit, My journey into the unknown started in covid. I had time on my hands and was frustrated that I could not do my usual work as a Drama therapist / Theatre Director. My beloved son Martin suggested that I should consider doing a Ph.D. There is where I began my search for a...Read More

When I decided to pursue my doctorate at Breyer State University, I was already teaching psychology and enjoyed what I was doing. Some people asked why I wanted to continue my education, but for me the answer was simple. I have always believed that learning should be ongoing. As educators, we encourage our students to...Read More

For burned-out employees, caregivers balancing a job and family, and new business owners quietly planning a leap, traditional workplace stress can start to feel like a constant alarm. Work-related anxiety often shows up as tight deadlines, unclear expectations, performance pressure, and the sense that someone else controls the clock and the rules. These mental health...Read More

Many retirees and senior learners feel a pull toward returning to education, even after years of being “done” with school. The tension is real: education in retirement can sound refreshing, yet it can also stir worries about pressure, keeping up, or feeling out of place. Still, the benefits of lifelong learning reach far beyond credentials,...Read More

The future of Career and Technical Education (CTE) funding is likely to be shaped by a dual movement: the stabilization of federal formula support through Perkins V and the expansion of braided funding models that intentionally connect workforce, postsecondary, and regional economic development systems. Recent federal budget materials continue to position CTE as a major...Read More

Busy parents juggling work, caregiving, and constant notifications are living with a kind of uncertainty that never fully turns off. Plans change, expectations shift, and even good news can come with new pressure, which makes uncertainty management feel like a daily mental workout. A steadier response isn’t about pretending everything is fine; it comes from...Read More

The pursuit of doctoral-level education is rarely a solitary academic endeavor, so having the support of the educational institution is so important. This program was exceptional in allowing for me to expand my knowledge and the freedom to do so at my own pace. This field is crucial and needs growth in professionals. For those...Read More

A career in grief counseling, pastoral care, or Christian counseling centers on helping people navigate loss, trauma, and life transitions with emotional and spiritual support. If you’re considering this path, you’re likely asking a deeper question than “What job should I choose?” You’re asking, “Am I called to walk with people through their hardest moments...Read More

If you are researching a grief counseling degree, you are likely trying to understand what it actually takes to enter this deeply meaningful profession. The term itself can be misleading. A grief counseling degree is rarely a standalone major printed on a diploma. Instead, it refers to a graduate-level specialization in counseling, social work, or...Read More