Can a Psychiatric Service Dog CHANGE My Life with Depression?

Can a Psychiatric Service Dog CHANGE My Life with Depression?

***** Are you wondering if your dog could qualify as a psychiatric service dog? In this video, mental health advocate and Certified Corporate Wellness Specialist® Mike Veny breaks down everything you need to know about psychiatric service dogs—from qualifications and training to ID cards and getting one for free.

Mike shares his personal journey of working with Little Angels Service Dogs to get his psychiatric service dog—and the surprising lessons he learned along the way. If you’re struggling with anxiety, panic attacks, PTSD, depression, or other mental health challenges, a psychiatric service dog could be a life-changing support.

▶️ Here’s what you’ll learn in this video:

* How to qualify your ESA or pet dog as a psychiatric service dog
* How to train a psychiatric service dog for anxiety
* Can I train my own psychiatric service dog?
* What you need to know about psychiatric service dog ID cards
* Is a psychiatric service dog ID card required, and how can it help you?
* Why do you need a psychiatric service dog ID card?
* Where to get a psychiatric service dog
* How to get a psychiatric service dog for free
* The truth about how to train your dog as a psychiatric service animal

With awards from Corporate LiveWire (2022–2024) and recognition as the 2023 Leader of Mental Health Awareness by NAMI New York State, Mike is here to empower you with answers that cut through the confusion. Whether you’re just starting your search or already have an emotional support animal (ESA), this video gives you actionable insights and real-life guidance.

If you’re searching for how to qualify your ESA as a psychiatric service dog, how to train a psychiatric service dog for anxiety, or wondering what’s required to get a psychiatric service dog ID card, you’re in the right place.

Don’t miss this comprehensive guide on psychiatric service dogs—one of the most underutilized yet powerful mental health tools available.

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PSYCHIATRIC SERVICE DOG RESOURCES

***** Little Angels Service Dogs – https://www.littleangelsservicedogs.org
***** Psychiatric Service Dog Partners – https://www.psychdogpartners.org
***** Paws With A Cause – https://www.pawswithacause.org
***** Canine Companions – https://www.canine.org
***** NEADS World Class Service Dogs – https://neads.org
***** K9s For Warriors – https://k9sforwarriors.org
***** Pet Partners (Service Animal Registration Info) – https://petpartners.org
***** American Kennel Club – Service Dog Info – https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/service-dog-training-101
***** U.S. Service Animals – https://usserviceanimals.org
***** Service Dog Certifications (Informational Resource) – https://www.servicedogcertifications.org

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I Tried Playing DRUMS for My Mental Health Here’s What Happened

I Tried Playing DRUMS for My Mental Health Here’s What Happened

Can music really help with your mental health? In this raw and personal video, Mike Veny—a Certified Corporate Wellness Specialist®, award-winning mental health advocate, and professional drummer—shares how music and mental health connect in his daily life.

You’ll get a behind-the-scenes look as Mike plays the drums in the studio on a morning when his Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) symptoms were flaring up. Instead of letting it control his day, he turned to rhythm—and everything shifted.

Mike reflects on:

* His personal experience with OCD and how music becomes a grounding force
* How music and mental health are part of a larger conversation about healing through art
* The emotional release that comes from expressing yourself through music—without needing to say a word
* Why music and mental health aren’t just linked—they’re speaking the same emotional language

This isn’t just a performance video. It’s a glimpse into how music helps regulate intense emotions, quiet racing thoughts, and reconnect to the present moment. It’s a conversation between sound and self. A dialogue between the drum and the inner voice.

Whether you’re an artist, a mental health advocate, or someone looking for a healthy outlet—this is for you.

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Discover the SURPRISING Power of PRESENCE on the SHRM NYC Cruise

Discover the SURPRISING Power of PRESENCE on the SHRM NYC Cruise

Join Certified Corporate Wellness Specialist® Mike Veny as he reflects on a unique evening with SHRM NYC aboard a breathtaking Manhattan boat cruise hosted by Manhattan by Sail. In this video, Mike shares insights from the event and dives deep into the power of presence in leadership—a skill that every HR professional, manager, and executive needs to cultivate.

As the boat sailed past the Statue of Liberty and NYC skyline, something unexpected happened: everyone on board became fully present. No phones, no distractions—just two hours of real human connection. For Mike, this simple act of being present turned into a profound leadership lesson.

In this video, Mike:

* Breaks down what presence actually means in the workplace
* Explains why presence is crucial for HR leaders and people managers
* Offers practical tips on how to be more present in high-stress environments
* Connects the experience to his SHRM-accredited eLearning courses on emotional intelligence, mindfulness, and mental wellness

Whether you’re searching for HR administrator jobs in New York City, exploring SHRM eLearning opportunities, or simply interested in becoming a more grounded and effective leader—this video is for you.

Mike Veny is a three-time Corporate LiveWire Innovation and Excellence Award winner (2022–2024), the 2023 NAMI NYS Leader of Mental Health Awareness, and the 2025 Global Excellence Award winner for Certified Corporate Wellness Specialist® of the Year. As a long-time SHRM member and contributor to HR development, Mike uses real-life experiences like this one to teach powerful, actionable leadership principles.

Plus, you’ll get a glimpse of Manhattan by Sail’s iconic Shearwater Statue Sail experience—a scenic and adventurous ride that proves a boat cruise can become a masterclass in leadership.

If you’re passionate about workplace wellness, leadership, or professional growth, this video will leave you inspired and ready to show up differently in your life and career.

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Can Teacher Professional Development be FUN and Interactive?

Can Teacher Professional Development be FUN and Interactive?

In this video, Certified Corporate Wellness Specialist® Mike Veny shares his experience at the 2025 New York BOCES Statewide Network for Special Education Spring Summit—an inspiring professional development event designed specifically for special education directors.

Mike delivered the keynote address and facilitated hands-on workshops focused on improving teacher mental health, resilience, and emotional wellness in the workplace. With over a decade of experience as a professional development speaker for teachers, Mike brings a refreshing and practical approach to teacher professional development and continuing education.

Whether you’re looking for new teacher professional development strategies or summer professional development for teachers, this video gives you a behind-the-scenes look at what makes an impactful professional development workshop. Learn how accredited, activity-based training can transform classroom leadership, reduce burnout, and support long-term growth.

Mike Veny’s company is accredited by IACET, the International Accreditors for Continuing Education and Training, which ensures that all training meets rigorous global standards. These programs are ideal for teachers looking to meet CEU requirements while engaging in meaningful learning experiences.

If you’re searching for professional development training for teachers that is inspiring, practical, and engaging—especially for new teachers—this video is for you. Explore how continuous professional development for teachers can be fun, relevant, and immediately applicable in the classroom.

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Mike Veny’s CORPORATE DRUMMING Secret That Unites Teams

Mike Veny’s CORPORATE DRUMMING Secret That Unites Teams

In a time when workplaces are more divided than ever, Mike Veny’s corporate drumming workshops are creating powerful breakthroughs in team building, mental health, and human connection. In this video, you’ll discover how drumming can transform your next offsite or corporate event into a meaningful experience of unity and collaboration.

Mike Veny is a Certified Corporate Wellness Specialist®, award-winning speaker, and mental health advocate, recognized by Corporate LiveWire with the Innovation and Excellence Award in 2022, 2023, and 2024. In 2023, he was named Leader of Mental Health Awareness by NAMI New York State, and most recently received Certified Corporate Wellness Specialist® of the Year 2025 from Acquisition International Magazine.

You’ll get a behind-the-scenes look at video footage from a 5-day corporate drumming team building workshop Mike facilitated in May 2025 with educators from Champlain Valley Educational Services. These corporate drumming workshops did more than just engage participants—they helped teachers manage stress, reconnect with joy, and even revisit the role of being a student again. That’s the magic of team drumming: it’s not about performance—it’s about belonging, listening, and healing through rhythm.

Whether you’re planning a team offsite, looking for innovative corporate team building activities, or want to boost workplace morale and mental health, this video is a must-watch.

Learn why Mike Veny corporate drumming is more than a fun experience—it’s a powerful solution to modern workplace challenges. Don’t miss it.

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Fill Your Cup: Why Every Teacher Deserves This Mental Health Course Now

Fill Your Cup: Why Every Teacher Deserves This Mental Health Course Now

If you’re an educator who feels emotionally drained, overwhelmed, or burned out, you’re not alone—and it’s not your fault. In this powerful video, Mike Veny, mental health advocate and Certified Corporate Wellness Specialist®, introduces Fill Your Cup: The Exhausted Educator’s Guide to Emotional Wellness—an accredited school teacher mental health course designed to restore balance, reignite your passion for teaching, and help you take back control of your emotional wellbeing.

https://learn.mikeveny.com/fill-your-cup

🎓 Fill Your Cup isn’t just another self-care checklist. It’s a transformational online professional development course for teachers, packed with real strategies for improving the mental health of teachers in today’s chaotic educational landscape.

💡 Whether you’re struggling with the lingering effects of teacher mental health during COVID, noticing early signs of a teacher mental health crisis, or simply looking for meaningful professional development for teachers, this course is for you.

Led by Mike Veny—recognized as the 2023 Leader of Mental Health Awareness by NAMI New York State and recipient of the 2025 Global Excellence Award for Certified Corporate Wellness Specialist® of the Year—this course offers more than inspiration. It offers change.

Mike Veny is one of the top professional development speakers for teachers, delivering keynotes and training across the country. His company, Mike Veny, Inc., is accredited by IACET (International Accreditors for Continuing Education and Training) and is an approved provider by the Texas Education Agency.

✅ What You’ll Learn in Fill Your Cup:

How to spot the warning signs of teacher mental health crisis before burnout takes over

Evidence-based tools to help with teacher wellbeing and mental health

Practical steps for improving teacher mental health in real time

Why emotional regulation and nervous system care are foundational to effective teaching

How to build a personalized emotional wellness routine that actually fits into your day

Teachers are the heart of our education system—and if we want to improve schools, we must start by supporting those who lead them. This school teacher mental health course was made with YOU in mind. It’s time to fill your cup—because you can’t pour from an empty one.

📣 If you’re looking for:

Professional development training for teachers

Engaging educational videos for teacher professional development

Or a supportive, self-paced way to feel better as an educator…

Then this is the course for you.

🧠 Emotional wellness isn’t a luxury—it’s a professional necessity. Let Fill Your Cup be the reset you didn’t know you needed.

https://learn.mikeveny.com/fill-your-cup

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