In this powerful episode, Alicia and Laura sit down with David Olges — therapist, professor, dean, consultant, and one of the leading pioneers of modern mental-health development in Ukraine. David has spent years building trauma-informed systems, training clinicians, and supporting communities on the frontlines of war, displacement, and collective grief.
He shares profound insights on
✨ How War Chages a Country and its Culture
✨ Changes to the Assumptions of Counseling
✨ the resilience and wisdom of Ukrainian people
✨ Changes to Diagnoses - What does healthy look like?
✨ Changes to Treatment Goals
This episode is a masterclass in compassion, courage, and innovation in the field of psychology. Whether you're a clinician, a student, or someone passionate about global mental health, David’s story will expand your understanding of what healing looks like in the most complex environments.
Join us for an inspiring conversation about service, humanity, and what it means to show up for others when the world needs it most.
Website: https://missiontoukraine.org
