Geneva Valeska

The Rise of Long-Acting Buprenorphine

September 29, 2025

There are two variations of long-acting injectable buprenorphine on the market. But what differentiates them, who might benefit, and how well do they work? Find out in today’s podcast.

Helping Kids Feel Safe: Talking About School Shootings

September 12, 2025

Joshua Feder, MD and Geneva Valeska

Dr. Josh Feder explains how parents can help kids feel safe when hearing about school shootings.

2024 Evidence for Psychodynamic Psychotherapy (for Social Workers)

April 10, 2024

Mark L. Ruffalo, MSW, DPsa, Jonathan Shedler, PhD, and Geneva Valeska

This course covers the diagnosis and treatment of personality disorders. Personality disorders represent a complex and often misunderstood category within the field of mental health. These conditions, characterized by enduring patterns of cognition, emotion, and behavior, can significantly impact an individual's life, relationships, and overall well-being. Understanding personality disorders is crucial for mental health professionals.

Evidence for Psychodynamic Psychotherapy

December 25, 2023

Mark L. Ruffalo, MSW, DPsa, Jonathan Shedler PhD, and Geneva Valeska

In today’s podcast, we explore background knowledge, experiences, and misconceptions surrounding psychodynamic therapy and discuss how we define evidence for it with our guest, Dr. Jonathan Shedler.