Episode 193: From Missionary to Mentor: An Interview with CPMAP Graduate Mary Sutarik

Being Human

In this episode, Dr. Greg interviews Mary Sutarik, a graduate of the CatholicPsych certification program. Mary shares her journey from being a FOCUS missionary on college campuses to becoming a certified Catholic Mentor. They discuss the challenges she faced and the transformation she experienced through the program — and her work to now bring that transformation to others.

Discussed in this episode:

• Mary's background as a FOCUS missionary and how it shaped her journey;
• The mental health struggles Mary faced while on mission;
• How Mary discovered CatholicPsych;
• The key role of Mentorship (IDDM) in Mary's healing process;
• Mary’s decision to pursue certification in the CatholicPsych Model of Applied Personalism;
• The challenges Mary faced during her certification training;
• Mary’s insights for those struggling with mental health issues in ministry;
• The unique aspects of CPMAP compared to other mental health training options;
• How Mary now mentors others using the CatholicPsych model;
• The impact of CPMAP on Mary's personal and professional life;
• The future of Mary’s work in mental health and ministry.

Resources mentioned or relevant:

• Feeling called to help others? Sign up for our Open House! https://catholicpsych.com/openhouse
• Connect with Mary Sutarik directly on Instagram (@themoderncatholicmentor) or email ([e-mail]);
• Need help? Schedule a free consultation with Mary Sutarik to discuss your next best step;
• Check out Mary’s website for more information and resources: https://www.themoderncatholicmentor.com/
• Learn more about our Certification program (CPMAP): CatholicPsych Model of Applied Personalism;
• Sign up for Being Human, our weekly newsletter, to stay up to date on the exciting developments at CatholicPsych;
• Visit our website to read the CatholicPsych blog, shop in the CatholicPsych bookshop, or discover other resources we have available;
• Download The Integrated App for access to free audio exercises, courses, prayer resources, and more;
• Become a member of the Integrated Life Community to get access to every course Dr. Greg has created, plus the opportunity to participate in Integrated LIVE’s - weekly, Mentor hosted Q&As covering topics like boundaries, communication, trauma, forgiveness, and more!
• Follow:
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  • Instagram: @catholicpsych
  • X: @CatholicPsych

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