Surviving 'A Murder in Mansfield' with Psychologist Dr. Dennis Marikis

Dr. Dennis Marikis was Collier's psychologist in the days after his mother’s body was discovered. Collier was 11 years old when Dennis helped him process the trauma of his mother's murder by his father, Dr. John F. Boyle, Jr. Dennis was featured in the documentary A Murder in Mansfield. His extensive sessions with Collier before and after Collier confronts his father in prison gave audiences a "fly-on-the-wall" look at a grieving son still processing this horrific event 26 years later. Episode highlights... • Dennis shares how he met Collier the day police recovered his mother's body. “This amazing 11-year-old was clear and defined…it’s just who you are…..fortitude built-in..” when we build resilience, we do it by facing tough stuff". • Collier and Dennis discuss how others can learn from Collier's experiences while they process their traumas. • Dennis shares his advice on how people can recognize and deal with narcissists and the manipulation tactics they impose on their lives. YouTube link to this episode: https://youtu.be/cmHIpQotEFU Ways You Can Support this Podcast: ➡️ Buy Me A Coffee https://www.buymeacoffee.com/collierlandry ➡️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@collierlandry?sub_confirmation=1 ➡️ Venmo: https://www.venmo.com/u/collier-landry ➡️ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/collierlandry ➡️ Merch Store: https://www.collierlandry.com/store ➡️ Shop Using My Amazon Affiliate Link (It's FREE!): https://www.amazon.com/shop/collierlandry ➡️ Amazon Wish List: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3FH1VW897OG84 ➡️ Social Media links: https://collierlandry.com/links Collier's Live Schedule: Instagram: Tuesday 2 pm ET / 11 am PT YouTube/@collierlandry: Wednesdays & Sundays 6 pm ET / 3 pm PT It's important to consider seeking support from a licensed mental health professional or support group. Talking to a trusted friend/family member can also be beneficial in overcoming trauma and its aftermath. •Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/ •Trauma-Recovery.org: https://trauma-recovery.org/ •American Psychological Association: https://www.apa.org/ •National Institute of Mental Health: https://www.nimh.nih.gov/index.shtml •National Sexual Assault Hotline [phone] https://www.rainn.org/ •National Domestic Violence Hotline [phone] https://www.thehotline.org/ Disclaimer: This content is based on public news sites, interviews, court documents, Facebook groups, and news segments. All quoted statements are considered alleged unless confirmed. The views expressed are my own and may not reflect any organization. Defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty in court. This content is for informational purposes and is not a substitute for professional mental health advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Consult a qualified healthcare professional for support. I do not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of the information and am not liable for errors or damages. Verify facts independently. All information is provided as-is and is subject to change. #truestory #mentalhealth #traumarecovery *This podcast contains colorful language that some of our listeners might consider NSFW...even when working from home. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices