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Thought of the Month June 2021 ~ “A Spiritual Reflection”

Thought of the Month June 2021 ~ “A Spiritual Reflection”

By: Vince DiPasquale Welcome to the month of June, the beginning of summer. It’s a time to relax, sit back...
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“What is Mindfulness?” ~ Geoff Farnsworth, CAC, CHT interviewed by Loretta Depka Zerbo, Executive Director

“What is Mindfulness?” ~ Geoff Farnsworth, CAC, CHT interviewed by Loretta Depka Zerbo, Executive Director

We live in a stressful, challenging time. Today, there’s more uncertainty, faster changes, more distractions and demands on us than...
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Ambiguous Loss

Ambiguous Loss

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2021 Podcast – “What is Mindfulness?” with Geoff Farnsworth is Now On The Starting Point’s YouTube Channel

2021 Podcast – “What is Mindfulness?” with Geoff Farnsworth is Now On The Starting Point’s YouTube Channel

We live in a stressful, challenging time. Today, there’s more uncertainty, faster changes, more distractions and demands on us than...
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2021 Podcast “Ambiguous Loss” with Pat Obst, MSW, LCSW is Now On The Starting Point’s Youtube Channel

2021 Podcast “Ambiguous Loss” with Pat Obst, MSW, LCSW is Now On The Starting Point’s Youtube Channel

Ambiguous loss is a kind of loss that occurs without closure or clear understanding, and can make the grieving process...
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2021 Podcast “Compassion Fatigue in the Caretaking Community” with Barbara Faracchio is Now On The Starting Point’s Youtube Channel

2021 Podcast “Compassion Fatigue in the Caretaking Community” with Barbara Faracchio is Now On The Starting Point’s Youtube Channel

The selfless compassion and empathy shown by healthcare, emergency and animal providers can prove to be physically, mentally, and emotionally...
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“The Spirituality of Sports” ~ Vince DiPasquale MA interviewed by Loretta Depka Zerbo, Executive Director

“The Spirituality of Sports” ~ Vince DiPasquale MA interviewed by Loretta Depka Zerbo, Executive Director

Play ball! On Thursday, April 29, 2021 our Founder, Vince DiPasquale, discussed why he sees sports as a gift that...
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2021 Podcast, “The Spirituality of Sports” with Vince DiPasquale is Now On The Starting Point’s Youtube Channel

2021 Podcast, “The Spirituality of Sports” with Vince DiPasquale is Now On The Starting Point’s Youtube Channel

Play ball! On Thursday, April 29, 2021 our Founder, Vince DiPasquale, discussed why he sees sports as a gift that...
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“Returning to Socialization” ~ Erik Jervis, MSW, LSW interviewed by Executive Director Loretta Depka Zerbo

“Returning to Socialization” ~ Erik Jervis, MSW, LSW interviewed by Executive Director Loretta Depka Zerbo

On Thursday, April 15, 2021, our Executive Director Loretta Depka Zerbo was joined by Starting Point practitioner Erik Jervis, MSW,...
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2021 Podcast “Returning to Socialization” Is Now On The Starting Point’s YouTube Channel

2021 Podcast “Returning to Socialization” Is Now On The Starting Point’s YouTube Channel

On Thursday, April 15, 2021, our Executive Director Loretta Depka Zerbo was joined by Starting Point practitioner Erik Jervis, MSW,...
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“Who, What, When, Why, Where ~ Substance Abuse Treatment” with Joe Curran Of “The Beacon Point.”

“Who, What, When, Why, Where ~ Substance Abuse Treatment” with Joe Curran Of “The Beacon Point.”

On Thursday, April 1, 2021, our Executive Director Loretta Depka Zerbo was joined by the Executive Director of The Beacon...
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2021 Podcast “Who, What, When, Why, Where: Substance Abuse Treatment” Is Now On The Starting Point’s YouTube Channel

2021 Podcast “Who, What, When, Why, Where: Substance Abuse Treatment” Is Now On The Starting Point’s YouTube Channel

On Thursday, April 1, 2021, our Executive Director Loretta Depka Zerbo was joined by the Executive Director of The Beacon...
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Thought Of The Month April 2021 ~ “April Showers Bring May Flowers “

Thought Of The Month April 2021 ~ “April Showers Bring May Flowers “

By: Vince DiPasquale              This month of April is a great example of one of the greatest ways in which...
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“What is our Job as a Parent?” Pat O’Connor interviewed by Loretta Depka Zerbo,  Executive Director

“What is our Job as a Parent?” Pat O’Connor interviewed by Loretta Depka Zerbo, Executive Director

On Thursday, March 18, The Starting Point's Executive Director Loretta Depka Zerbo was joined by practitioner Pat O’Connor, MSW, LSW,...
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‘Being Isolated before Isolation was the Norm’  By Practitioner Anna Marie Hrivnak, M.Ed (3/4/21)

‘Being Isolated before Isolation was the Norm’ By Practitioner Anna Marie Hrivnak, M.Ed (3/4/21)

On Thursday, March 4 at 3pm Executive Director Loretta Depka Zerbo joined Starting Point practitioner, Anna Marie Hrivnak, M.Ed. to...
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“Understanding Eating Disorders” with practitioner Anne Cavaliere, MA, LPC

“Understanding Eating Disorders” with practitioner Anne Cavaliere, MA, LPC

Eating disorders are serious and often fatal illnesses that are associated with severe disturbances in people’s eating behaviors and related...
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2021 Podcast “What is our job as a parent?” Is Now On The Starting Point’s YouTube Channel

2021 Podcast “What is our job as a parent?” Is Now On The Starting Point’s YouTube Channel

On Thursday, March 18, The Starting Point's Executive Director Loretta Depka Zerbo was joined by practitioner Pat O’Connor, MSW, LSW,...
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2021 Podcast “Being Isolated before Isolation was the Norm” Is Now On The Starting Point’s YouTube Channel

2021 Podcast “Being Isolated before Isolation was the Norm” Is Now On The Starting Point’s YouTube Channel

Starting Point Executive Director Loretta Depka Zerbo is joined by practitioner Anna Marie Hrivnak, M.Ed.  as she discusses Isolation.  During these...
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Thought Of The Month March 2021 ~ “The Power of Positive Thinking”

Thought Of The Month March 2021 ~ “The Power of Positive Thinking”

By: Vincent DiPasquale As we enter the month of March, let’s take the time to dedicate this month to the...
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“Making a Bet, Entertainment or Addiction?” ~ CP Mirarchi III, LCADC interviewed by Loretta Depka Zerbo

“Making a Bet, Entertainment or Addiction?” ~ CP Mirarchi III, LCADC interviewed by Loretta Depka Zerbo

Listen to one man's colorful journey of life through a gambling addiction. Starting Point Executive Director Loretta Depka Zerbo was...
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2021 Podcast “Understanding Eating Disorders” Is Now On The Starting Point’s YouTube Channel

2021 Podcast “Understanding Eating Disorders” Is Now On The Starting Point’s YouTube Channel

Starting Point Executive Director Loretta Depka Zerbo is joined by practitioner Anne Cavaliere, MA, LPC as she discusses Eating Disorders....
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