Always Hope

Always Hope

Hosted by: Dr. Mario Sacasa, LMFT

Always Hope provides solutions to a better life that are anchored in faith and psychological science. Dr. Mario Sacasa, LMFT, brings his years of counseling experience to the table and welcomes experts and friends to...

Episodes

Episode 150 - Gender Identity, Middle School, and the Theology of the Body | Colin and Aimee MacIver

Episode #150

Join us on the Always Hope Podcast as Dr. Mario sits down with Colin and Aimee MacIver to discuss their groundbreaking program, "Envision Theology of the Body for Middle School." This episode delves into the...
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Episode 149 - Dedicated Singlehood | Luanne Zurlo

In today’s episode, I welcome Luanne Zurlo for an engaging discussion about dedicated singlehood in the Catholic Church. We explore the nuances between dedicated singlehood, consecrated virginity, and the secular...
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Episode 148 - Letting Go of Dating Pressure

Episode #148

The pressures of dating are real! But how do we let them go? Is there a way to date intentionally but without the intensity? This conversation originally appeared on the Thriving in the Space Between podcast, and I am...
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Episode 147 - The Four Levels of Happiness | Fr. Robert Spitzer

Episode #147

Happiness is an elusive ideal. What contributes to it? Why does it feel like happiness is a Game of Whac-a-Mole? When we feel it in one place, somewhere else gets misaligned. But how does having faith and living a...
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Episode 146 - At Peace but not at Rest: Mother Cabrini | Kristen Theriault

Episode #146

Let’s talk about Mother Frances Xavier Cabrini!   In today’s episode, I welcome back Kristen Theriault, spokesperson for Sophia Institute Press, to discuss all things related to Mother Cabrini, including the new...
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Episode 145 - How Reclaiming Sunday Can Revive Our Human Nature | Danny Fitzpatrick

Episode #245

In today’s episode, I welcome back Danny Fitzpatrick to discuss his new book released by Sophia Institute, titled "Restoring the Lord's Day: How Reclaiming Sunday Can Revive Our Human Nature."  We discuss the...
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Episode 144 - Unlocking the Secrets to Marital Intimacy | Dr. Sarah Bartel

Episode #144

As a marriage therapist that integrates my faith into my work, it is often difficult to find resources I can share about marital intimacy that are appropriate for Catholic and Christian couples, because what is...
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Episode 143 - Leaving Loneliness Behind | Regina Boyd

Episode #143

Are you experiencing loneliness and not quite sure what to do about it? Then this episode will be of great benefit to you.   Today, I welcome Regina Boyd, licensed marriage and family therapist and author of the new...
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Episode 142 - Overcoming Scrupulosity | Rebecca Martin

Do you struggle with scrupulosity or know a loved one who does? If so, this episode will provide great insights and solutions for you.   Today, I welcome Rebecca Martin, editor of the book “Scrupulosity: Heal Your...
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Episode 141 - Navigating Gender Differences in Marriage and Relationships | Dr. Brett Salkeld

Episode #141

How often do men and women feel at odds with each other in relationships, dating, marriage, and parenting? What if those differences we there by design and ignoring them only creates more frustration? What if equality...
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140 - Save Marriage, Save the Faith | JP De Gance

Episode #140

How does the decline in marriage impact the decline in faith practice and affiliation? What has contributed to the rise in “none’s”? Can scientific research and inquiry help us understand the connection between...
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139 - The Middle-Aged Marriage | Damon Owens

Episode #139

Calling all couples married around 15-20 years! This episode is for you! Today, I welcome Damon Owens, internationally acclaimed speaker and co-founder of Joyful Ever After, to talk about how to thrive in a...
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