Mindy Dunagan, PhD discusses her dissertation research, focusing on the wellness levels of female college athletes using the Indivisible Self Model by Meyers and Sweeney.

The podcast emphasizes the importance of a focused, client-driven approach in therapeutic settings and highlights the effectiveness of brief, targeted interventions in improving wellness.

Indivisible Self Model Overview:

The model assesses wellness across five broad areas: Coping Self, Coping Self, Creative Self, Essential Self, Physical Self, and the Social Self. It is adaptable and can be integrated into various therapeutic frameworks. You can find more detailed information about this model here.

About Mindy Dunagan, PhD, LPC

Dr. Mindy Dunagan serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Counseling at Nova Southeastern University's College of Psychology. A Licensed Professional Counselor in Georgia, she possesses a wealth of experience in individual and group counseling that spans across various age groups, including children, adolescents, adults, and the elderly. Her clinical focus includes supporting athletes, LGBT individuals, and college students, along with providing specialized play therapy for children.

Beyond her clinical practice, Dr. Dunagan is actively engaged in service and leadership roles within the professional community. Her research interests encompass holistic wellness, group counseling, play therapy, and clinical supervision, reflecting her dedication to both advancing the field of counseling and enhancing the professional growth of future counselors. Dr. Dunagan is committed to nurturing growth and resilience in her clients while contributing meaningfully to the counseling profession through her practice and scholarship.

References:

Dunagan, Mindy, "The Effect of a Second-Order Factor Wellness Intervention on the Total Wellness of Female Collegiate Athletes" (2015). Electronic Theses and Dissertations. 1376. https://egrove.olemiss.edu/etd/1376 

Myers, J. E., & Sweeney, T. J. (2004). The Indivisible Self: An Evidence-Based Model of Wellness. Journal of Individual Psychology, 60(3), 234-245.

This podcast is purely informational and is not a replacement for professional supervision.   

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