Podcasts about American Counseling Association

Ever feel stuck because your license limits where you can work? The Counseling Compact is changing the game for therapists who want more freedom to practice across state lines. In this episode of The Traveling Therapist Podcast, I chat with Dr. Lynn Linde, Chief of Professional Practice for the American Counseling Association, who's been leading the charge on this groundbreaking initiative.Dr. Linde walks us through what the Counseling Compact is, how it started, and what it means for those of us who want to serve clients no matter where they are—or where we are! She also shares where the compact currently stands, how states are joining, and what steps you can take to get involved.In This Episode, We Explore…Why the Counseling Compact is a big deal for licensed therapistsHow state licensure reciprocity works (and doesn't work)What a “privilege to practice” really meansWho qualifies for the compact—and what legacy licenses areWhat to expect when the compact goes live and how to prepareConnect with Lynn:Website - https://counselingcompact.gov & https://compactconnect.org_____________________Are you ready to take the plunge and become a Traveling Therapist? Whether you want to be a full-time digital nomad or just want the flexibility to bring your practice with you while you travel a couple of times a year, the Portable Practice Method will give you the framework to be protected! ➡️ JOIN NOW: www.portablepracticemethod.com/_____________________Connect with me: Instagram: @thetravelingtherapist_kym The Traveling Therapist Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/onlineandtraveling/ The Traveling Therapist Website & Offers:www.thetravelingtherapist.com _____________________ Sponsored by Berries: Say goodbye to the burden of mental health notes with automated note and treatment plan creation! https://heyberries.com/therapists Sponsored by Alma: Alma is on a mission to simplify access to mental health care by focusing first and foremost on supporting clinicians. https://helloalma.com/kym

Most digital media is designed to be addictive, and young brains are especially susceptible. Successful digital media content is stimulating, engaging, and targets the brain's natural reward centers. This creates an unfair advantage over young brains, which have not yet fully developed their executive functioning. In today's episode, Dr. Amanda Giordano introduces us to the “Four C's” model of addiction, healthy vs unhealthy engagement with digital media, and interventions for youth and their families. She also shares who has her “six” and Actionable Intel to hone your skills.Amanda L. Giordano, PhD, LPC is an associate professor at the University of Georgia who specializes in addictions counseling. She is the sole author of a clinical reference book titled, A Clinical Guide to Treating Behavioral Addictions and co-author of a textbook titled, Addiction Counseling: A Practical Approach. Dr. Giordano works to advance the counseling field with rigorous research and has published over 65 peer-reviewed articles and book chapters. In 2024 she was awarded the Garry R. Walz Trailblazer award from American Counseling Association in recognition of her innovative work in the field of behavioral addictions.Resources mentioned in this episode: Register now for Dr. Giordano's pre-meeting institute at the 2025 EBP Conference! https://deploymentpsych.org/EBPConferencePractical for Your Practice voice mail: speakpipe.com/cdpp4pPractical for Your Practice email: cdp-podcast-ggg@usuhs.edu Calls-to-action: For example: Register now for Dr. Giordano's pre-meeting institute at the 2025 EBP Conference! https://deploymentpsych.org/EBPConferenceIncorporate a few questions about addictions (besides substances) in your intake assessment.Create a family digital media plan. Many templates exist.Subscribe to the Practical for Your Practice PodcastSubscribe to The Center for Deployment Psychology Monthly Email at https://deploymentpsych.org/CDP-MED-Opt-In

SYNOPSIS:This is a recording of one of our free, live Eventbrite sessions, where Ali Mezey was joined by Jane Peterson, PhD - and you, our audience - for a live, honest, body-centered conversation about the real work of being in relationship.(Yes, this episode includes live audience questions!)Together, we explore how our bodies carry old relational patterns - what Jane calls the "social soma" - and how these hidden imprints can shape the way we love, fight, and stay (or don't stay) connected.We talk about why love alone isn't always enough to align two people's lives, and why asking deeper, more honest questions early on matters so much.Jane shares practical ways to stay close even when life pulls you in different directions: evolving agreements, repairing after hurt, setting shared goals, and building intimacy that grows with you.We touch on marriage, infidelity, and non-traditional relationships with honesty and warmth, offering grounded advice for navigating real-world love.Whether you're partnered, single, or somewhere in between, this conversation will leave you with new ways to understand yourself, your relationships, and the deep intelligence of your body in all of it.To be an angel to the podcast, click hereTo read more about the podcast, click hereMORE ALI MEZEY:Website:  www.alimezey.comPersonal Geometry® and the Magic of Mat Work Course information:www.alimezey.com/personal-geometry-foundationsTransgenerational Healing Films: www.constellationarts.comMORE JANE PETERSON:Website: www.human-systems-institute.comContact: humansystemsinstitute@gmail.comBIO:Jane Peterson, PhD, is the co-founder and executive director of the Human Systems Institute, Inc. She is the originator of Somatic Imaging and the somatic-resonance approach to constellation work. Her work is internationally respected for being tailored to meet the high learning demands of adult professionals. She was a faculty member at the International Intensive Workshop on Systemic Resolutions in Bernreid, Germany for 9 years. Jane is an INFOSYON certified Master Trainer and has served as an advisor and author for the Knowing Field journal. She has taught systemic constellation work in Asia, South America, South Africa, Mexico, Canada, Europe, and the U.S.In 2005, she organized the first U.S. Conference in constellation work. Her Institute offers trainings in Somatic Imaging and systemic constellation work, including training in organizational constellations. The institute is currently offering it's seventeenth year of training programs.Jane started her professional career as an engineer and manager in a high tech firm (the first woman engineer hired into her department) and knows first-hand the demands placed on leaders in the corporate environment. In the course of becoming a constellation facilitator, she has also been a professional ceramic sculptor and ran her own fine arts studio, Laughing Bones, Inc.Jane is a master practitioner of Neuro-linguistic Programming, a Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist, a Certified Professional Behavioral Coach and a member of the American Counseling Association, VOIS, OHA, and ODN. She has studied Process Oriented Psychology with Arny Mindell and Max Schupbach, Group Dynamics with Michael Grinder, Peruvian energy healing with Don Amèrico Yàbar, Attachment and Trauma work with Dan Siegel and Diane Poole Heller, a Psycho-biological Approach to Couples Therapy with Stan Tatkin (Level 2), Coordinated Management of Meaning with Barnett Pearce, and continues to learn with other research-driven leaders in the fields of personal and social evolution. She holds a doctorate in Human and Organizational Systems from Fielding Graduate University, and has been a post-doctoral fellow of the Institute for Social Innovation.OTHER RESOURCES, LINKS AND INSPIRATIONS:Essential Skills for CouplesAdapting Systemic Constellations to OrganizationsHuman-Systems-InstituteBurt Hellinger: “caring for desire”Elaine Debutant: compatibility is actually an achievement of love, not a precondition.”SOCIAL SOMA - our body is shaped by our social relationshipsLALAGE SNOW:  We Are the Not Dead - photographerStan Tatkin - safety in relationship = taking care of each other. The Social BiomeTerry Real - The Social EcosystemEsther Perel: Mating in CaptivityArny Mindell, Sitting in the Fire: Large Group Transformation Using Conflict  and DiversityScience of TouchingEllyn Bader, the Initiator/Inquirer processStan Tatkin, In Each Other's Care: A Guide to the Most Common Relationship Conflicts and How to Work Through ThemTerry Real,

Send us a textToday we welcome Dr. Karen Mason to the podcast. Dr. Mason is Professor of Counseling and Psychology at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. She completed an MA in Old Testament at Denver Seminary and an MA and PhD in counseling psychology at the University of Denver with a minor in industrial / organizational psychology. Dr. Mason has managed the Office of Suicide Prevention at the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. She has worked in the mental health field since 1990. Currently her research is focused on the clergy's and faith community's role in suicide prevention. She is a member of the American Counseling Association and the American Psychological Association.Preventing Suicide: A Handbook for Pastors, Chaplains, and Pastoral CounselorsPreaching Hope in the Darkness:  Help for Pastors in Addressing Suicide from the Pulpit. Connect with Karen by clicking HERE. 

DITCH THE DRAMA, UNLOCK CONNECTION! Tired of misunderstandings and conflict? Discover "Bempathy," the game-changing communication technique that combines lighthearted banter with genuine empathy. Interview Jill Robin Payne. Bempathy®: Simplifying Communication by Looking at the Third Side of the Coin is your guide to understanding others and yourself like never before. This engaging read offers a unique approach that's: Simple yet powerful: Easy for kids to grasp, yet insightful for adults. Practical tools: Learn to see others' perspectives and build confidence, navigating diverse relationships with ease. Fun and relatable: Three delightful cartoon characters guide you through real-life scenarios, making learning fast and enjoyable. BEMPATHY GOES BEYOND EMPATHY It combines the power of playful banter with genuine understanding to build harmonious connections in all areas of your life both personal and professional. Transform negatives into positives, and watch even good interactions become exceptional. YOUR KEY TO UNLOCKING HAPPER, HEALTHIER RELATIONSHIPS: Seeing eye-to-eye: Understand diverse perspectives and build bridges, not walls. Sparking compassion: Cultivate harmonious relationships in all areas of your life. Turning conflict into win-win: Navigate tricky situations with confidence and grace. Ready to experience communication like never before? Join our charming characters on their journey and unlock the secrets of "Bempathy" today! Suggested Interview Segment Topic: How to use Bempathy® to improve personal and professional communication. 5 easy ways to improve your family relationships. 5 easy ways to improve your romantic relationship. 5 ways to spot a dud before you waste time. 5 ways to improve communication with friends and family 5 ways to improve communication with your partner. 5 ways to improve communication with your coworkers. 5 communication skills that everyone needs. 5 ways we should act more like children. 5 ways to prepare for a healthy marriage. Guest Bio: Jill was the first student from her college to intern at the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, Maryland. She interned at the Veterans Administration Hospital in Houston for her master's degree. While working at Bellaire Hospital in Houston she authored a guide for positive rehabilitative activities for the emotionally and physically challenged. During her over 40 years of work experience in the mental health field, she has given numerous lectures, taught college level Behavior Modification as an adjunct professor, is an author who continues managing a diverse practice. She is heard on all social media outlets plus local and national radio and television stations commenting on the intersection of current events and social psychology. Jill is a member of the American Counseling Association, Houston Alumnae Chapter of ZTA, Texas State Society and a lifetime member of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. She holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Recreational Therapy from Longwood University and a master's degree in clinical/counseling psychology with honors from Houston Christian University. Jill's practice is devoted to advancing the notion that seeking advice for mental health is as important as seeking advice for physical health. With a background in Pilates certification, reiki mastery, an undergraduate degree in recreation therapy, and a master's in psychology, she developed a concept that she copyrighted and trademarked as Bempathy® – a term she herself coined. Bempathy® represents a unique approach to communication and social skills, combining banter with empathy to build and maintain harmonious reciprocal relationships. All of Jill's work and efforts stem directly from the heart. Her passion is to 'Spread the Goodness' using the synergy of mind, body, and Bempathy®. Please Mention: Jill's Bempathy books are available on Amazon or by visiting www.jillrobinpayne.com

DITCH THE DRAMA, UNLOCK CONNECTION! Tired of misunderstandings and conflict? Discover "Bempathy," the game-changing communication technique that combines lighthearted banter with genuine empathy. Interview Jill Robin Payne. Bempathy®: Simplifying Communication by Looking at the Third Side of the Coin is your guide to understanding others and yourself like never before. This engaging read offers a unique approach that's: Simple yet powerful: Easy for kids to grasp, yet insightful for adults. Practical tools: Learn to see others' perspectives and build confidence, navigating diverse relationships with ease. Fun and relatable: Three delightful cartoon characters guide you through real-life scenarios, making learning fast and enjoyable. BEMPATHY GOES BEYOND EMPATHY It combines the power of playful banter with genuine understanding to build harmonious connections in all areas of your life both personal and professional. Transform negatives into positives, and watch even good interactions become exceptional. YOUR KEY TO UNLOCKING HAPPER, HEALTHIER RELATIONSHIPS: Seeing eye-to-eye: Understand diverse perspectives and build bridges, not walls. Sparking compassion: Cultivate harmonious relationships in all areas of your life. Turning conflict into win-win: Navigate tricky situations with confidence and grace. Ready to experience communication like never before? Join our charming characters on their journey and unlock the secrets of "Bempathy" today! Suggested Interview Segment Topic: How to use Bempathy® to improve personal and professional communication. 5 easy ways to improve your family relationships. 5 easy ways to improve your romantic relationship. 5 ways to spot a dud before you waste time. 5 ways to improve communication with friends and family 5 ways to improve communication with your partner. 5 ways to improve communication with your coworkers. 5 communication skills that everyone needs. 5 ways we should act more like children. 5 ways to prepare for a healthy marriage. Guest Bio: Jill was the first student from her college to intern at the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, Maryland. She interned at the Veterans Administration Hospital in Houston for her master's degree. While working at Bellaire Hospital in Houston she authored a guide for positive rehabilitative activities for the emotionally and physically challenged. During her over 40 years of work experience in the mental health field, she has given numerous lectures, taught college level Behavior Modification as an adjunct professor, is an author who continues managing a diverse practice. She is heard on all social media outlets plus local and national radio and television stations commenting on the intersection of current events and social psychology. Jill is a member of the American Counseling Association, Houston Alumnae Chapter of ZTA, Texas State Society and a lifetime member of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. She holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Recreational Therapy from Longwood University and a master's degree in clinical/counseling psychology with honors from Houston Christian University. Jill's practice is devoted to advancing the notion that seeking advice for mental health is as important as seeking advice for physical health. With a background in Pilates certification, reiki mastery, an undergraduate degree in recreation therapy, and a master's in psychology, she developed a concept that she copyrighted and trademarked as Bempathy® – a term she herself coined. Bempathy® represents a unique approach to communication and social skills, combining banter with empathy to build and maintain harmonious reciprocal relationships. All of Jill's work and efforts stem directly from the heart. Her passion is to 'Spread the Goodness' using the synergy of mind, body, and Bempathy®. Please Mention: Jill's Bempathy books are available on Amazon or by visiting www.jillrobinpayne.com

Dr. Laura welcomes Bryan Robinson, PhD, a psychotherapist and Professor Emeritus from the University of North Carolina. He is also the best-selling author of over 39 books, including his latest non-fiction, Chained to the Desk in a Hybrid World. Dr. Robinson has researched and written extensively on the subjects of work-life balance, workaholism, and the impact of workaholism on families. Dr. Laura dives deep into Bryan's understanding of work addiction and how to regain perspective and balance in one's life.Dr. Robinson describes his own experience with workaholism and how deeply anxious he'd become if he didn't have work to do. Despite a failing marriage and physical health issues due to workaholism, it wasn't until he had a profound experience with the compassion and clarity exhibited by Tibetan monks that he started his journey toward balance. Bryan explains how counterintuitive it is to stop fighting and learn to float more in life, as in a riptide, but stresses it's finding balance to our fight or flight sympathetic nervous system that holds the key to self-care. Dr. Laura and Dr. Robinson talk about the lessons in his book Chained to the Desk in a Hybrid World, how Gen Z is changing the face of workaholism for the better, what “work jerkery” refers to, and how writing murder mysteries is part of Bryan's own balance in life. “I'm fortunate enough to live on the side of a mountain with an incredible view of the sunsets and just watching the sunset is fulfilling. And it also helps these creative ideas hatch. It's like an incubator. So even though I'm doing nothing, something's happening. And that's what we have to understand. Then what about my shortcomings? I can tell you what those are, but … what are my tallcomings again? People often go blank. But what you're doing is you're bringing balance to your thinking. You know, have a health day to balance out your sick days. Having green time to balance out the screen time.” - Bryan Robinson, PhDWatch this episode on Dr. Laura's YouTube channelAbout Bryan E. Robinson, PhD:BRYAN E. ROBINSON, PhD, is a licensed psychotherapist in private practice in Asheville, North Carolina and Professor Emeritus at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. He is the author of over forty books, his latest being CHAINED TO THE DESK IN A HYBRID WORLD: A GUIDE FOR WORK-LIFE BALANCE. He is a regular contributor to Forbes.com and Thrive Global. On the side, he writes murder mysteries. His tagline is, "I heal by day and kill by night."   Robinson has published his research in over a hundred scholarly journals. He received the American Counseling Association's Research Award and the University of North Carolina at Charlotte's First Citizen Scholars Medal for his pioneering research on the negative consequences of workaholism. Has been featured on numerous television programs, including ABC's 20/20, Good Morning America, World News Tonight, the NBC Nightly News, the CBS Early Show, The Doctors, and the PBS show The Marketplace.  Robinson's latest novel, a murder mystery called Way DEAD Upon the Suwannee River, was made into a pilot for a television series and is being produced as a stage musical in 2025. Visit his website at www.bryanrobinsonphd.com or email him at bryanrobinsonphd@gmail.com.Resources:Website: BryanRobinsonPhD.comBryan Robinson, PhD on LinkedIn“Chained to the Desk in a Hybrid World: A Guide to Work-Life Balance” by Bryan E. Robinson, PhD“10% Happier” by Dan Harris (Tenth Anniversary Edition)“Way DEAD Upon the Suwannee River: An Einstein Brad Pope Mystery” by Bryan E. Robinson Learn more about Dr. Laura on her website: https://drlaura.liveFor more resources, look into Dr. Laura's organizations: Canada Career CounsellingSynthesis Psychology

Sign up for my FREE 3 Day Live Course - How to Build a 7 Figure Group Practice That Runs Without You → https://mccancemethod.com/free-3-day-live-course/In this episode,  Whitney Owens, a seasoned private practice consultant for faith-based therapy practices, shares her top strategies for marketing and building networks with churches. She offers unique approaches for creating lasting connections, including examples from her own practice to inspire therapists from any background looking to expand their network within church communities.Make sure to bring your paper and pen because this episode is full of actionable tips!Here are some key points in this episode:[01:28] Whitney's background in faith-based consulting[02:49] How to identify churches to connect with[05:38] Tips for approaching pastors[09:30] How to conduct productive meetings with pastors [13:09] Ways to collaborate with churches on events or workshops that provide mutual benefitsLinks From the Episode:Free Gift: 4 Tips to Market and Network with Churches https://wisepracticeconsulting.comMore about Whitney:Whitney Owens is a licensed professional counselor, group practice owner, and faith-based private practice consultant. Based in Savannah, Georgia, she manages a private pay group practice with over 15 clinicians and consults practice owners nationwide on building successful faith-based practices. Whitney hosts summits, a podcast, and a community for faith-based practice owners called Wise Practice. She has spoken at numerous counseling conferences and will speak at the American Counseling Association conference in 2025.Websites:Wise Practice Consulting: https://wisepracticeconsulting.comWaters Edge Counseling: https://watersedgecounseling.comSocial Media Links:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wise_practice_consultingFollow me on Instagram, @nicole.mccanncemethod. If this episode provided you with value and inspiration, please leave a review and DM to let me know. Click here: https://www.instagram.com/nicole.mccancemethod Join the FREE private community for therapists: Expand your Psychotherapy Practice → https://www.facebook.com/groups/947689352498639 Sign up for the FREE Masterclass- How to Build a 7-Figure Group Practice→ https://mccancemethod.com/webinar-free-masterclass-from-solo-to-superteam/

This week Julie and Chrissa are joined by Dr. Adina Silvestri. Adina is a licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist, and Certified Brainspotter in Richmond, Virginia who works with children and families. She specializes in treating women with substance abuse issues and in helping children who have experienced trauma lead full and productive lives. Dr. Silvestri helps women with Binge Eating issues recover from shame and find hope and healing.  Dr. Silvestri's clinical work includes providing supervision to counselors-in-training.  Dr. Silvestri is an innovative counselor educator; she teaches aspiring counselors the skills needed to become empathetic and creative.  In addition to her clinical work and teaching, Dr. Silvestri is the host of Atheists in Recovery podcast which works to address the spiritual and scientific belief systems of people in long term recovery. She writes for publications such as the Dr. Oz show, American Counseling Association, Richmond Family Magazine, and other recovery and wellness publications.  In her spare time, she mentors students through Blue Sky Fund and her hobbies include sailing, running and learning Japanese.  Connect with Adina online at:  IFS Journal: https://tinyurl.com/ifsjournal Website: https://adinasilvestri.com/ Podcast: https://adinasilvestri.com/atheists-in-recovery/ To start behavioral or mental health services in Iowa, call Heart and Solutions at (800) 531-4236.  Connect with Heart and Solutions online at: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2dWKD6TenIMIC76ctq21YN Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPmrcmi5HUINpWEjHfHzTnQ/featured Podcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/YouNeedaCounselor Heart and Solutions Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Heartandsolutions Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/you_need_a_counselor/ Web: http://www.heartandsolutions.net

In this episode, I discuss the ethical and practical considerations of integrating yoga into therapy sessions. Emphasizing the importance of adhering to one's scope of practice and competence. I share insights from consultations with the American Counseling Association's ethics committee and my own extensive research. I also discuss the need for specialized training, informed consent, and cultural competence to ensure safe and effective therapeutic practices. It features practical examples and a case study. "Scope of competence is more of an ethical concern, and the definition refers to the specific areas or interventions in which a therapist has appropriate education, training, supervision, and experience." -Chris McDonaldUnderstanding Scope of PracticeScope of Competence and Ethical ConsiderationsCase Study: Ethical Issues in Yoga Integration Informed Consent in Yoga Therapy Understanding Informed ConsentCompetence and Ongoing Development Building Confidence in Integrating YogaThe Importance of Supervision and ConsultationAdapting Yoga for Individual NeedsPractical Tips for Integrating YogaConnect With MeInstagram: @chris_mcdonald58Facebook: Yoga In The Therapy PodcastJoin the private Facebook Group: Bringing Yoga Into the Therapy RoomTikTok: @YogaChris58Rate, review, and subscribe to this podcast on Apple Podcasts, TuneIn, and SpotifySign up for my FREE email course: How to Build Confidence As A Holistic CounselorSelf-Care for the Counselor: A Companion Workbook: An Easy to Use Workbook to Support you on Your Holistic Healing and Counselor Self-Care Journey ... A Holistic Guide for Helping Professionals)Claim your 30-Day Aura Guest Pass from Chris McDonald

Dr. Keith Klosterman, a marriage and family therapist, discussed how suicide and suicide ideation affects the family.  We talked about how loss can affect family members differently and an attempt can cause trust issues in the marriage or between parents and children.  We talked about how to begin a discussion about mental health and suicide as it's not common dinner table conversation! With your children he advises to practice listening, patience and tolerance; to hear what they are saying, and answer questions and concerns honestly in age-appropriate terms.   For more information and resources he suggests we visit the American Psychologist's Association at APA.org or the American Counseling Association at ACA.org.   In a crisis call 988. 

Dr. Joshua Kreimeyer PhD and Paul Krauss MA LPC discuss Dr. Kreimeyer's work training clinicians and providing EMDR and other trauma-informed therapies in Ukraine, right now, even as the war between Ukraine and Russia rages on. Learn about Dr. Kreimeyer's mission and how he is collaborating with the Ukrainian government and the United Nations to build programs with an outstanding level of care. Dr. Kreimeyer began his career in the military as a cryptologic linguist before transitioning into counseling. He has worked in various settings, including community clinics, private practice, and the VA. He holds a Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision and has taught in graduate programs such as Colorado Christian University. Dr. Kreimeyer has been involved in international work, helping to develop trauma-informed counseling programs in Ukraine and serving as a contractor with the UN. He is a member of the American Counseling Association's International Association for Resilience and Trauma Counseling. The Ukrainе Institute of Traumatherapy, was created to help veterans and their family members to achieve optimal well-being & adjustment as the war continues or after their service has been completed. We are also focused on helping women and children who suffered from war. This includes mental, physical, spiritual, occupational, and social wellness as well as family life. Our mission is also to educate other professionals in the application of cutting-edge approaches and standards of traumatherapy. The war has been continuing for over 10 years and many soldiers, veterans, women, and children are in need of help today. In addition, we need to be ready to help the 3 million veterans returning home after they have completed their service in the future. Also see their other site: The Center of Psychological Counseling & Traumatherapy Open Doors: Providing US Standards of Care in Ukraine. Get involved with the National Violence Prevention Hotline: 501(c)(3) Donate Share with your network Write your congressperson Sign our Petition Preview an Online Video Course for the Parents of Young Adults (Parenting Issues) Unique and low cost learning opportunities through Shion Consulting Paul Krauss MA LPC is the Clinical Director of Health for Life Counseling Grand Rapids, home of The Trauma-Informed Counseling Center of Grand Rapids. Paul is also a Private Practice Psychotherapist, an Approved EMDRIA Consultant , host of the Intentional Clinician podcast, Behavioral Health Consultant, Clinical Trainer, Counseling Supervisor, and Meditation Teacher. Paul is now offering consulting for a few individuals and organizations. Paul is the creator of the National Violence Prevention Hotline as well as the Intentional Clinician Training Program for Counselors. Paul has been quoted in the Washington Post, NBC News, Wired Magazine, and Counseling Today. Questions? Call the office at 616-200-4433.  If you are looking for EMDRIA consulting groups, Paul Krauss MA LPC is now hosting a weekly online group.  For details, click here. For general behavioral and mental health consulting for you or your organization. Follow Health for Life Counseling- Grand Rapids: Instagram   |   Facebook     |     Youtube  Original Music: ”Alright" from the forthcoming album Mystic by PAWL (Spotify) "Piano Concerto No. 1 in C Major, Op. 15: III. Allegro" from · Garrick Ohlsson · Sir Donald Runnicles · Grand Teton Music Festival Orchestra by Ludwig van Beethoven (Spotify)

SYNOPSIS:In this episode, Ali is joined by world-renowned Family Constellation Work facilitator and trainer (and Ali's Constellations mentor), Jane Peterson, PhD, to discuss our bodies, minds, and systemic consciousness. They explore the multi-dimensional concept of embodiment, emphasizing that the body exists and interacts in a complex web of relationships. Peterson shares her insights on Family Constellation Work, systemic thinking, and her experiences in permaculture and organizational consulting. They discuss the importance of relational dynamics, belonging, and the interplay between individual and collective systems. Ali and Jane also touch upon the relevance of micro-skills in achieving mastery in embodied practices and collaborative relationships, while highlighting the common issues in modern communication frameworks. This episode offers a profound look at how brilliant us bodies are and how understanding these systems can lead to greater personal and societal harmony.To be an angel to the podcast, click hereTo read more about the podcast, click hereMORE ALI MEZEY:Website:  www.alimezey.comPersonal Geometry® and the Magic of Mat Work Course information:www.alimezey.com/personal-geometry-foundationsTransgenerational Healing Films: www.constellationarts.comMORE JANE PETERSON:Website: www.human-systems-institute.comBIO:Jane Peterson, PhD, is the co-founder and executive director of the Human Systems Institute, Inc. She is the originator of Somatic Imaging and the somatic-resonance approach to constellation work. Her work is internationally respected for being tailored to meet the high learning demands of adult professionals. She was a faculty member at the International Intensive Workshop on Systemic Resolutions in Bernreid, Germany for 9 years. Jane is an INFOSYON certified Master Trainer and has served as an advisor and author for the Knowing Field journal. She has taught systemic constellation work in Asia, South America, South Africa, Mexico, Canada, Europe, and the U.S.In 2005, she organized the first U.S. Conference in constellation work. Her Institute offers trainings in Somatic Imaging and systemic constellation work, including training in organizational constellations. The institute is currently offering it's seventeenth year of training programs.Jane started her professional career as an engineer and manager in a high tech firm (the first woman engineer hired into her department) and knows first-hand the demands placed on leaders in the corporate environment. In the course of becoming a constellation facilitator, she has also been a professional ceramic sculptor and ran her own fine arts studio, Laughing Bones, Inc.Jane is a master practitioner of Neuro-linguistic Programming, a Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist, a Certified Professional Behavioral Coach and a member of the American Counseling Association, VOIS, OHA, and ODN. She has studied Process Oriented Psychology with Arny Mindell and Max Schupbach, Group Dynamics with Michael Grinder, Peruvian energy healing with Don Amèrico Yàbar, Attachment and Trauma work with Dan Siegel and Diane Poole Heller, a Psycho-biological Approach to Couples Therapy with Stan Tatkin (Level 2), Coordinated Management of Meaning with Barnett Pearce, and continues to learn with other research-driven leaders in the fields of personal and social evolution. She holds a doctorate in Human and Organizational Systems from Fielding Graduate University, and has been a post-doctoral fellow of the Institute for Social Innovation.OTHER RESOURCES, LINKS AND INSPIRATIONS:Robert Keegan: In Over Our Heads, The Mental Demands of Modern LifeSarah Peyton's Books  Amber Gray's episode: Trauma and the Body: Regulation, Restoration, & The Patience of WhalesYour Resonant Body with Sarah Peyton: Brain Circuits, Childhood Contracts & Reconceiving AddictionMerlin Sheldrake's Entangled Life: How Fungi Make Our Worlds, Change Our Minds and Shape Our FuturesJordan Klepper: A Comedian's Take on How to Save DemocracyARRIVAL (The Film)Don Américo Yábar: Salka Star | Spiritual Journeys with Don Americo  Mihui...the art of 'eating' heavy energyNonverbal Communication Expert For Education + Business Who is Thomas Hanna in the world of Somatics?The Body of Life: Creating New Pathways for Sensory Awareness and Fluid Movementamazon.comGeorge Lakoff - Conceptual Metaphor Theory Arny Mindell: Process Oriented PsychologyHuman Planet: Stealing Meat from LionsBarry Oshry WebsiteLeading Systems: Lessons from the Power Lab by Barry OshryDEI Work: DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) Work refers to initiatives and practices ...

Cyndi Doyle is a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor, the co-owner of Pecan Branch Counseling, and the founder of Code4Couples (R), which focuses on law enforcement mental and relational health and resilience. She is the author of Hold The Line: The Essential Guide to Your Law Enforcement Relationship, host of the Code4Couples podcast, international speaker, and sought after subject matter expert. Cyndi is a former President of the Texas Counseling Association. She has been recognized for her contributions to the field of counseling and law enforcement mental health by TCA and the American Counseling Association who awarded her the Samuel Gladding Unsung Hero Award in 2020.

Join us in this eye-opening episode with Michelle Mays, author of The Betrayal Bind: How to Heal When the Person You Love the Most Hurts You the Worst, as we explore the impact of disrupted personal relationships on our well-being. Michelle emphasizes the pivotal role of connection as a key factor in healing, shedding light on how a lack of it can strain relationships and negatively affect mental and emotional health.Unpacking the intricate link between disrupted relationships and heightened stress levels, she provides actionable insights into recognizing signs of strain and offers practical steps to address these issues. Discover how healthy, supportive relationships play a crucial role in promoting overall wellness, gaining valuable guidance to foster positive connections and transform your holistic well-being. Michelle Mays is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Supervisor in both Virginia and Washington DC, and a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist and Supervisor. She was trained by Pia Mellody in the Post Induction Therapy model for treating developmental trauma and is currently completing her PhD in Clinical Sexology and certification in Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples.She is a member of the Society for the Advancement of Sexual Health, the International Institute for Trauma and Addiction Professionals, the International Centre for Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy, the American Counseling Association, and the Northern Virginia Licensed Professional Counselors Association.In the Adjusted Reality podcast, well-known athletes, celebrities, actors, chiropractors, influencers in the wellness industry, and other podcasters will talk with host Dr. Sherry McAllister, president, F4CP, about their experiences with health and wellness. As a special gift for listening today visit f4cp.org/health to get a copy of our mind, body, spirit eBook which focuses on many ways to optimize your health and the ones you love without the use of drugs or surgery. Follow Adjusted Reality on Instagram. Find A Doctor of Chiropractic Near You.Donate to Support the Chiropractic Profession Through Education.

In part one of our two-part podcast, Veronika Mudra, Drs. Eddy Fagundo and Bridget Turner join host Dr. Aprille Woodson to discuss the White Ribbon VA campaign, a national call to action to eliminate sexual harassment, sexual assault, and domestic violence across the Department of Veterans Affairs by promoting a positive change in culture so that the actions outlined in the pledge become the organizational norm. White Ribbon VA is an anti-harassment and awareness movement where All—regardless of their gender—can participate.   White Ribbon VA partners (White Ribbon USA, American Counseling Association, and American Psychological Association) discuss the significance of the campaign and resources available to veterans and the public. Other White Ribbon VA partners include the American Psychiatric Association, National Association of Social Workers, American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy, and Veterans Service Organizations.  Read the transcript here.  Resources:  Please join White Ribbon movement by taking virtual White Ribbon VA pledge against all forms of gender-based violence:    https://www.whiteribbonusa.org/whiteribbon-va-pledge   Information about the annual White Ribbon Day awareness event in Washington D.C.:  https://www.whiteribbonusa.org/whiteribbonday  Counseling Intimate Partner Abuse Survivors: Effective and Ineffective Interventions – this continuing education (CE) from ACA helps counselors understand the experience of intimate partner abuse survivors, recognize the impact the impact of clinician's attribution errors, and discuss effective and ineffective interventions for counseling intimate partner abuse survivors. 

Part two of the White Ribbon VA episode continues the conversation on the White Ribbon VA Campaign with Dr. Eddy Fagundo and Dr. Kelley Haynes-Mendez.  This episode focuses on the White Ribbon VA campaign, which is a national call to action to eliminate sexual harassment, sexual assault, and domestic violence across the Department of Veterans Affairs by promoting a positive change in culture so that the actions outlined in the pledge become the organizational norm. White Ribbon VA is an anti-harassment and awareness movement where all—regardless of their gender—can participate.   White Ribbon VA partners (White Ribbon USA, American Counseling Association, and American Psychological Association) discuss the significance of the campaign and resources available to veterans and the public. Other White Ribbon VA partners include the American Psychiatric Association, National Association of Social Workers, American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy, and Veterans Service Organizations.  Read the transcript here.    Resources:  The APA's Psychologist Locator makes it easy for you to find practicing psychologists in your local area.  National Coalition Against Domestic Violence  works to educate the public on how to recognize domestic violence and what to do about it; teen dating violence; the impact of family violence on children; and domestic violence against individuals with disabilities, older adults, and other marginalized populations. 

Show SummaryOn this episode, we feature a conversation with Army veteran Dr. Edil Torres Rivera as he shares his military experience in the Army and his post-military career as a Counselor, Counselor Educator, and President of the American Counseling Association About Today's GuestsDr. Edil Torres Rivera has a Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology with a concentration in multicultural counseling from the University of Connecticut, Storrs. He is a professor of counseling and the director of the Latinx Cluster initiative at Wichita State University, Wichita, Kansas. Edil Torres Rivera is native Puerto Rican with a career of over 25 years in counseling. This includes 12 years in the United States Army. He currently serving as the President of the American Counseling Association (2023-2024).Dr. Torres Rivera research interests are in multicultural counseling, group work, chaos theory, liberation psychology (decolonial approaches), indigenous counseling, Puerto Rican studies, identity development, and gang/prison-related behavior. Specifically, his primary research focuses on complexity and how indigenous healing techniques are a necessary ingredient when working with ethnic minority populations in the United States. Dr. Torres Rivera has additional interests in studying the implications of social injustice and oppression in counseling and psychotherapy with ethnic minorities in the United States.His community work includes consultation services to the Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe Council in Nevada, visiting professor to the Universidad del Valle, Guatemala, and he was the director of the Graduate School of Education's School Counseling Program in SingaporeLinks Mentioned In This EpisodeContact Dr. Torres RiveraThe American Counseling AssociationPsychArmor Resource of the WeekThis week's PsychArmor resource of the week is the PsychArmor a course from the Brain Health and Wellness Learning Series, Bolstering Resilience. This course, sponsored by the Wounded Warrior Project, highlights five factors of wellness: goal setting, mental health, nutrition, sleep, and exercise. You'll learn why these supporting pillars are so important to overall well-being, their application in daily life, and how it's never too late to make a lasting change. You can see find the course here:  https://learn.psycharmor.org/courses/WWP-BHW-bolstering-resilience This Episode Sponsored By: This episode is sponsored by PsychArmor. PsychArmor is the premier education and learning ecosystems specializing in military culture content PsychArmor offers an. Online e-learning laboratory that is free to individual  learners as well as custom training options for organizations. Contact Us and Join Us on Social Media Email PsychArmorPsychArmor on TwitterPsychArmor on FacebookPsychArmor on YouTubePsychArmor on LinkedInPsychArmor on InstagramTheme MusicOur theme music Don't Kill the Messenger was written and performed by Navy Veteran Jerry Maniscalco, in cooperation with Operation Encore, a non profit committed to supporting singer/songwriter and musicians across the military and Veteran communities.Producer and Host Duane France is a retired Army Noncommissioned Officer, combat veteran, and clinical mental health counselor for service members, veterans, and their families.  You can find more about the work that he is doing at www.veteranmentalhealth.com  

Dr. Emily Goodman-Scott discusses Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) and the importance of the school counselors' role in meeting the needs of all students. She highlights the benefits of universal mental health screenings in educational settings and how buy-in and support is critical to successful implementation. This interview was recorded during the MCEC Global Training Summit.    This podcast is made possible by generous funding from BAE Systems, Inc. To learn more, visit https://www.baesystems.com/en-us/home.    Audio mixing by Concentus Media, Inc., Temple, Texas.    Show Notes:  Resources:  School Counselors for MTSS:  https://www.schoolcounselors4mtss.com/    Anti-Racism Counseling in Schools and Communities by Cheryl Holcomb McCoy  https://imis.counseling.org/store/detail.aspx?id=78181    Supporting All Students: Multitiered Systems of Support from an Antiracist and Critical Race Theory Lens  https://www.schoolcounselors4mtss.com/_files/ugd/7ddd06_87e7df0c2f1649649b039fb7277fa320.pdf    Bio:  Dr. Emily Goodman-Scott is an Associate Professor, Graduate Program Director, and School Counseling Coordinator at Old Dominion University, in VA, where she teaches the next generation of school counselors. Before that, she spent several years working as an elementary school counselor, a special education teacher, and in multiple mental health settings counseling youth.     Dr. Goodman-Scott is passionate about researching, writing, and presenting on school counseling topics, including MTSS. She's presented across the U.S., offering trainings, keynotes, pre-conferences, and district-partnerships. She is the lead editor of the book, A School Counselor's Guide to MTSS (2019, Routledge), and with colleagues authored Making MTSS Work, published by ASCA (2020).     After nearly 10 years as a board member for the Virginia School Counselor Association, Dr. Goodman-Scott served as Chair of the VSCA Board (2019-2020) and is presently the co-chair of the Research Committee. She co-coordinates a national network of school counseling faculty, was president of the Association for Child and Adolescent Counseling (2020-2021), and represented Virginia at several White House School Counseling Convenings under First Lady Michelle Obama.   She recently was elected to the American Counseling Association governing council (2022-2025). She is on the editorial review board for multiple journals related to school counseling, including ASCA's Professional School Counseling journal. Finally, she is proud to be a recipient of the 2020 American Counseling Association Research Award, and the 2018 Insiders Business: “Top 40 Under 40” recognition.     She lives in Virginia with her spouse and three spunky young children. On the weekends you can find her at a nearby park, leading Girl Scouts, or making brunch with her family.   You can follow her on Twitter: e_goodmanscott.  

Schedule Your Free Kickass Couples Relationship Assessment Call today!!https://calendly.com/kickasscouplesnation/free-kickass-couples-assessment-callEstrella ROGERS Iis a multi-skilled professional with certifications in Play Therapy, Clinical Social Work, and IBHC. She is a relationship coach, author, speaker, and owner of Without Limits Counseling Services PLLC. With 15 years of experience, she specializes in Gottman Method Couples Therapy and offers services on local and international scales.Natalie SOUTHWARD  is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida and a member of the American Counseling Association and Florida Mental Health Counselors Association. With over 18 years of experience, she offers 5hr and 8hr Individual and/or Marital Intensives, specializing in Accelrated Resolution Therapy (ART) and Brainspotting (BSP). She is trained in Gottman Couples Therapy and teaches "Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work" and "Bringing Baby Home." Natalie is passionate about helping others and believes she is called to be an agent of change.So buckle up for an exciting journey to a happier, healthier, and more fulfilling relationship. Let's learn how to hit the gas and leave those conflicts in the rearview mirror!FOLLOW ESTRELLA ROGERS:Website:https://www.starlevelcoaching.com/ Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/starlevelcoaching Website 2:https://www.withoutlimitscounseling.com/ LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/estrella-rogers-lcsw-rpt-s-ccc-374491245/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/estrellastar8808/ FOLLOW NATALIE SOUTHWARD:Natalie Southward - Director/Licensed Mental Health Counselor (MH 13104) at Life Transformation Counseling Website:  https://www.lifetransformationcounseling.com/homeLinked In - https://www.linkedin.com/in/natalie-west-southward-58472178/.Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/lifetransformationcounselingInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifetransformationcounseling/Contact us: info@kickasscouplesnation.com Website: https://matthewphoffman.com/kickass-couples-nation/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Kickasscouplesnation Instagram: @kickasscouplesnationTikTok: @kickasscouplesnationYouTube: @kickasscouples Order the book: "Kickass Husband: Winning at Life, Marriage, and Sex" by Matthew Hoffman Book – Kickass Husband or find it on Amazon. For access to workshops with professional therapists, keynote speakers, hot seat training and more exclusive content join our online learning community at: https://matthewphoffman.com.

Schedule Your Free Kickass Couples Relationship Assessment Call today!!https://calendly.com/kickasscouplesnation/free-kickass-couples-assessment-call  Estrella ROGERS Iis a multi-skilled professional with certifications in Play Therapy, Clinical Social Work, and IBHC. She is a relationship coach, author, speaker, and owner of Without Limits Counseling Services PLLC. With 15 years of experience, she specializes in Gottman Method Couples Therapy and offers services on local and international scales.Natalie SOUTHWARD  is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida and a member of the American Counseling Association and Florida Mental Health Counselors Association. With over 18 years of experience, she offers 5hr and 8hr Individual and/or Marital Intensives, specializing in Accelrated Resolution Therapy (ART) and Brainspotting (BSP). She is trained in Gottman Couples Therapy and teaches "Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work" and "Bringing Baby Home." Natalie is passionate about helping others and believes she is called to be an agent of change.So buckle up for an exciting journey to a happier, healthier, and more fulfilling relationship. Let's learn how to hit the gas and leave those conflicts in the rearview mirror!FOLLOW ESTRELLA ROGERS:Website:https://www.starlevelcoaching.com/ Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/starlevelcoaching Website 2:https://www.withoutlimitscounseling.com/ LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/estrella-rogers-lcsw-rpt-s-ccc-374491245/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/estrellastar8808/ FOLLOW NATALIE SOUTHWARD:Natalie Southward - Director/Licensed Mental Health Counselor (MH 13104) at Life Transformation Counseling Website:  https://www.lifetransformationcounseling.com/homeLinked In - https://www.linkedin.com/in/natalie-west-southward-58472178/.Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/lifetransformationcounselingInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifetransformationcounseling/Contact us: info@kickasscouplesnation.com Website: https://matthewphoffman.com/kickass-couples-nation/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Kickasscouplesnation Instagram: @kickasscouplesnationTikTok: @kickasscouplesnationYouTube: @kickasscouples Order the book: "Kickass Husband: Winning at Life, Marriage, and Sex" by Matthew Hoffman Book – Kickass Husband or find it on Amazon. For access to workshops with professional therapists, keynote speakers, hot seat training and more exclusive content join our online learning community at: https://matthewphoffman.com.

Welcome to Rise & Shine, the inspiring Sunday edition of our podcast presented by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠She Rises Studios⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. We take pride in providing a unique platform for women across the globe to share their stories, showcase their businesses, and express their passion on subjects that resonate with their hearts. Dr. Anna is an international award-winning Latina author and educator who has worked in the mental health profession for more than 15 years. She holds a doctorate in counseling and is a licensed professional counselor in New York, New Jersey, Illinois, and Puerto Rico. She owns Charlandra Counseling Services, a virtual infertility counseling center; is an assistant professor in the Alliance Graduate School of Counseling at Nyack College; and is an active leader in the American Counseling Association. From her personal and clinical experience with infertility, Dr. Anna created the Fertility Clarity© counseling approach to provide others with the emotional relief and support that she never received. She is a twin mom from Chicago, currently lives in New Jersey, and enjoys dancing and going to the beach. Dr. Anna is available for seminars, consulting, group book discussions, and speaking engagements.

Therapy is about as much of the American experience these days as baseball, pickup trucks, and apple pie. Professional counseling is now seen as more than just a last resort for psychological distress, but as a healthy, essential path for resolving personal issues. In 2019, nearly 20% of Americans received some form of mental health treatment ranging from medication to therapy. Over 40% of Americans have seen a counselor at some point in their lives.   Recently in the New York Times, journalist Susan Dominus asked an important question, especially given that the U.S. is in the grip of an ever-worsening mental health crisis: “Does therapy really work?”   On one hand, dozens of studies confirm the value of talk-based therapy. A landmark 1977 study, for example, found that those with significant psychological distress “fared better than 75 percent of those with similar diagnoses who went untreated.” University of Wisconsin-Madison researcher Bruce Wampold put it, “the fact that you can just go talk to another human being … and get effect sizes that are measurable” is kind of miraculous.    Other research, Dominus explains, is less clear. A 2021 study found that more than half of depression patients saw little or no benefit from talk therapy, and only one third found their depression receding long term. Another study found that only 50% of patients responded to cognitive behavioral therapy regarding anxiety disorders. The uncertainty has led some to push for alternative treatments, including more prescriptions of drugs like psilocybin, the active ingredient in so-called magic mushrooms. One prominent researcher mused, “Maybe we have reached the limit of what you can do by talking to somebody.”  Of course, the results of therapy depend on a number of factors. While counseling is a powerful tool, it can only aim at the question, “What's going on inside of me?” Often missed, which is especially consequential for a culture in a crisis of mental health, are the fixed reference points outside of ourselves by which we can be known and orient who we are.   Psychology is one of the many areas of modern life that has taken what sociologists call “an inward turn,” characterized by radical individualism and reliance on self-definition. Rather than pursue healing or the restoration of relationships, counseling can devolve into endless rounds of affirmation, a sort of perpetual re-baptism in the church of self-expression. This is just one way that therapy has replaced religion for many seekers. Self-discovery is the new salvation, and therapists the new priests. The key feature of psychology as religion, however, is the self as the new deity.   This has only enabled, as Lisa Selin Davis observed recently at The Free Press, so many of the West's top schools and institutions to embrace and employ Critical Race Theory rhetoric and LBGTQ politics. The American Counseling Association now divides counselors and clients into either “privileged” and “marginalized” groups with a dedicated script for each and little mercy for those who dissent. More states have passed so-called “anti-conversion-therapy” laws, which threaten professionals who do anything other than only affirm a client's proposed gender identity.   As a result, deeper mental health issues are never addressed, and anyone who speaks up can find themselves out of a job. One therapist in training put it, “My concern is that we're not helping people heal and transcend. We're just helping people live in their victim mentality.” In a tragic irony, the inward turn has made it harder, not easier, for the struggle to know themselves.  There are some, many of them Christians, striving to rethink psychology and counsel others by looking outward as well as inward, to know themselves by first knowing what is true and good. We can only know ourselves by first knowing reality, ultimately God and the world He made. Any mental health journey without that fixed reference point is destined to harm more than it helps.  This Breakpoint was co-authored by Kasey Leander. To help us share Breakpoint with others, leave a review on your favorite podcast app. For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org. 

Are you feeling overwhelmed by the many career paths available to professionals in the therapy field? In this episode, Kelley Stevens interviews Robert Scholz, who shares his journey to success as a therapist, trainer, and crisis management consultant (among other things). With his extensive experience in the mental health field, Robert provides valuable insights on navigating the early stages of a career, making room for growth and shifts, and leaving a legacy you can be proud of. Guest Bio: Robert Scholz – LMFT, LPCC – Psychotherapist, Trainer, Crisis Management Consulting and Certified Executive Coach Robert is a licensed marriage and family therapist and professional clinical counselor, having served in many clinical and leadership roles over his twenty-five years working in university, community mental health, forensic and private practice settings. Robert is well-known for his work as a trainer and consultant in assisting schools/ universities and communities prepare for and respond to major crisis events like wildfires, mass shootings, and other tragedies. Robert has served as an Adjunct Professor of Psychology at Pepperdine's Graduate School of Education and Psychology for many years and has authored numerous publications on the topics of disaster mental health, addiction treatment, and men's mental health. He is an active member of the threat management community, and has held positions within leading organizations such as DPrep Safety, the National Association of Behavioral Intervention and Threat Assessment (NABITA) and the International Alliance for Care and Threat Teams (InterACCT). Email: Robert@RobertTherapy.com Website: www.RobertTherapy.com LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/robert-scholz-0a082a9 In this Episode: How to carry yourself as a young professional The pros and cons of social media as a marketing tool Navigating the different paths to a successful career Tips for early career professionals Normalizing life and career shifts Highlights: (0:30) - Robert Scholz Introduction (11:38) - Carrying yourself as a young professional (16:42) - Pros and cons of social media as a marketing strategy (21:26) - Professional training and degrees for various career paths (31:35) - Giving back to early-career professionals (38:02) - Normalizing life and career shifts (43:58) - Robert's final key takeaways (45:25) - Kelley answers a listener's question about handling dips in your caseload References: Charlene Underhill Miller Interview (Episode 3) → https://sites.libsyn.com/431784/building-a-practice-that-supports-your-growth-in-the-long-term-with-dr-charlene-underhill-miller Pepperdine University → https://www.pepperdine.edu/ American Counseling Association → https://www.counseling.org/ Get 2 months FREE with Simple Practice → https://partners.simplepractice.com/tppp Ask Kelley Anything → (805) 243-8241 This podcast is produced and manged by Jenga Creative → jengacreative.com

Tune in to hear Carly and Sarah discuss a brief history of play therapy, how it is used, and what are the benefits! AD: Each episode will include an ad for must-have play therapy materials. Today's ad is brought to you by broken crayons. Shout out to Amari Traylor for voicing this ad for us. Follow us on Instagram: @inhereyoucandecide Email us: inhereyoucandecide@gmail.com Resources and References: Association for Play Therapy. (n.d.). Parents' corner. Retrieved March 25, 2023, from https://www.a4pt.org/page/ParentsCornerHomePag Center for Play Therapy. (n.d.). Home. Retrieved March 25, 2023, from https://cpt.unt.edu/ Perez, B. (2022, January 27). How a car accident can cause PTSD. Forbes Advisor. Retrieved March 25, 2023, from https://www.forbes.com/advisor/legal/auto-accident/ptsd-car-accident/#:~:text=These%20collisions%20can%20be%20very,PTSD)%20in%20the%20general%20population. Association for Cognitive and Behavioral Therapies. (n.d.). What is cognitive-behavioral therapy? Retrieved March 25, 2023, from https://www.abct.org/Information/?m=mInformation&fa=fs_COG_BEH Towell-Scott, B. (n.d.). Adlerian play therapy. Retrieved March 25, 2023, from https://adlerianplaytherapy.com/ Cognitive Behavioral Play Therapy. (n.d.). Cognitive-behavioral play therapy. Retrieved March 25, 2023, from https://www.cognitivebehavioralplaytherapy.com/cognitive-behavioral-play-therapy/ Pehrsson, D.-E., & Aguilera, M. E. (2003). Play therapy: Overview and implications for counselors. Journal of Counseling and Development, 81(1), 3-12. doi:10.1002/j.1556-6676.2003.tb00268.x Rossen, E. & Hullinger, E. (2015). Solution-focused play counseling. Retrieved March 25, 2023. American Counseling Association. (1999). The use of play therapy with children experiencing divorce. Retrieved March 25, 2023, from https://www.counseling.org/resources/library/ACA%20Digests/ACAPCD-12.pdf Violet Solomon Oaklander Foundation. (n.d.). Home. Retrieved March 25, 2023, from https://vsof.org/

Es muy notable que cuando surge el tema de la infidelidad en los medios o redes sociales, ya sea en famosos o como tema de cultura pop general, se causa mucho revuelo entre las personas de todas las culturas y surgen muchos debates e interrogantes al respecto. Por ejemplo, la mayoría de las personas concuerda en que un engaño sexual constituye una infidelidad, pero qué se dice acerca de coquetear por mensajes? Seguir a un ex en redes sociales? Tener sexo virtual? Poseer un perfil de citas online? Constituye todo esto una infidelidad? Es algo que cada pareja debe definir desde un inicio y los expertos recomiendan ampliamente establecer un contrato claro, verbal o escrito, sobre la definición de infidelidad para cada pareja. En este episodio hablo sobre la manera en que algunos expertos en terapia de infidelidad trabajan con sus pacientes para reparar los daños causados por esta complicada problemática y cuáles serían los pasos ideales a seguir para superar el trauma, ya sea que la pareja decida seguir junta o separarse. Fuente: Counseling Today. A publication of the American Counseling Association. 

An affirmative approach to aging takes into account that new parts of us are always clamoring for airtime. The soul and spirit don't "retire" even if our careers do, and there's a difference between getting older and growing older.These parts of us could be passions and creative leaps, service projects and leadership roles in the community, a new line of work or an exploration of some non-work modes of expression, or simply rediscovering the sense of wonder and love of learning. They ask us to continually reinvent ourselves and stay close to our deepest sense of passion and purpose.In this episode, we'll explore the nature and nurture of passion as we age - what inspires it and what defeats it, how we lose it, and how we get it back.In this episode, you'll discover:Passion can be cultivated and turned on as well as turned offPassion is in the risk-the willingness to step from the sidelines onto the playing field.Passion breeds passion, and disinterest breeds disinterest. If we lack passion in our own lives, our other relationships will be denied that energy.Passion is more than exuberance; it's endurance.Passion is intimately related to health. To the degree passion is vitality, honoring our passions enhances our vitality.About Gregg Levoy: Gregg Levoy, author of Callings: Finding and Following An Authentic Life (rated among the Top 20 Career Publications by the Workforce Information Group) and Vital Signs: The Nature and Nurture of Passion, is the former behavioral specialist at USA Today and a regular blogger for Psychology Today.He has presented at the International Conference on Positive Aging, Smithsonian Institution, Environmental Protection Agency, Microsoft, American Counseling Association, National Career Development Association, and many others. He has been a frequent media guest, including ABC-TV, CNN, NPR, and PBS.A former adjunct professor of journalism at the University of New Mexico and former columnist and reporter for USA Today and the Cincinnati Enquirer, he has written for the New York Times Magazine, Washington Post, Omni, Psychology Today, Fast Company, Reader's Digest, and many others. Get in touch with Gregg Levoy:Buy Gregg's book, https://revolutionizeretirement.com/levoy Visit Gregg's website, https://gregglevoy.com/What to do next: Click to grab our free guide, 10 Key Issues to Consider as You Explore Your Retirement Transition Please leave a review at Apple Podcasts. Join our Revolutionize Your Retirement group on Facebook.

Doug Paul is an expert on cravings and talks to Serena and Liz about the difference between normal human cravings and cravings for substances. Here is Part 2 of this series!Bio:Doug Paul, LPC, LMHC has been working as a clinician with substance use disorders since 2007. He completed a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Central Florida in 2002. He went on to complete a Master of Science in Rehabilitation Counseling from Georgia State University in 2007. During his graduate training, he participated in and presented University-sponsored research findings at the American Counseling Association's Annual Convention in Montreal, Quebec; then went on to present at over 35 national and regional professional conventions over the next 16 years. While at two nationally-recognized treatment programs in the Atlanta area from 2007-2019, he gained skills in both clinical and leadership acumen. Currently, in private practice, he continues to provide therapy, consultation, and program development. Doug continues to practice his own recovery program over the last 22 years.

The definition of craving is a strong or uncontrollable desire. Craving is a universal phenomenon and is part of the recovery process. Doug Paul is an expert on cravings and talks to Serena and Liz about the difference between normal human cravings and cravings for substances. There is so much to learn in this area so join us for part one of this discussion.Bio:Doug Paul, LPC, LMHC has been working as a clinician with substance use disorders since 2007. He completed a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Central Florida in 2002. He went on to complete a Master of Science in Rehabilitation Counseling from Georgia State University in 2007. During his graduate training, he participated in and presented University-sponsored research findings at the American Counseling Association's Annual Convention in Montreal, Quebec; then went on to present at over 35 national and regional professional conventions over the next 16 years. While at two nationally-recognized treatment programs in the Atlanta area from 2007-2019, he gained skills in both clinical and leadership acumen. Currently, in private practice, he continues to provide therapy, consultation, and program development. Doug continues to practice his own recovery program over the last 22 years.

Rick Balkin is a Professor, Department Chair of Leadership and Counselor Education, and Coordinator of Educational Research and Design in the School of Education at the University of Mississippi. He is the author of Practicing Forgiveness: A Path Toward Healing. He currently serves as Editor-in-Chief for the International Journal for the Advancement of Counselling. Rick is a Fellow of the American Counseling Association. Rick began practicing counseling in 1993 with a focus on adolescents in crisis-care and has been working in universities since 2003. He has published in the areas of religious diversity, forgiveness, counseling youth, and research methods.

FEATURED GUESTS: Adina Silvestri EdD, LPC is a licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist, and Certified Brainspotter in Richmond, Virginia who works with children and families. She specializes in treating women with substance abuse issues and in helping children who have experienced trauma lead full and productive lives. Dr. Silvestri helps women with Binge Eating issues recover from shame and find hope and healing. Dr. Silvestri's clinical work includes providing supervision to counselors-in-training. Dr. Silvestri is an innovative counselor educator; she teaches aspiring counselors the skills needed to become empathetic and creative. In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Silvestri started an online expressive writing group, Writing Bravely, which works to improve people's physical and psychological health by writing your way through to your future self. She writes for publications such as the Dr. Oz show, American Counseling Association, Richmond Family Magazine, and other recovery and wellness publications. In her spare time, she mentors students through Blue Sky Fund and her hobbies include sailing, running and learning Japanese. LISTEN & LEARN: How engaging in an expressive writing group helped Dr. Silvestri to access her own vulnerability. Several expressive writing prompts, including "Right now, I am..." Therapeutic benefits Dr. Silvestri has witnessed using expressive writing within her Men's therapy groups. The importance of sharing in expressive therapy groups. How writing can help unlock secrets. (Secrets keep us sick) How creating a sensory rich ritual can help reinforce sticking with an expressive writing practice. RESOURCES MENTIONED ON THE SHOW: www.adinasilvestri.com Atheists in Recovery Podcast www.facebook.com/lifecyclesc

Meet Sharon Mosley. She  is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor with over 20 years of experience and is a runner! We are going to talk about movement and how it impacts your mental health. Sharon's educational background includes degrees in Agency Counseling (M.S.) and History (B.A) from North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University. She is the owner of The Fit Talk PLLC and her approach to therapy is person centered combined with cognitive behavior therapy and mindfulness practices. Sharon offers counseling and health coaching services to individuals and groups. She has experience providing individual, family and group therapy for those struggling with a variety of mental health issues including anxiety and depression. She also holds an A.C.E. health coach certification. Sharon is committed to healthier living and believes one of the best ways to approach this is through walk and talk therapy. She encourages clients to move beyond the office setting and take their sessions outside for a walk when possible. Sharon enjoys giving back to her community and served 15 years as a volunteer Mental Health Disaster Therapist with the American Red Cross, assisting families and individuals in crisis. She is also a member of the American Counseling Association. In her spare time, she enjoys swimming and participating in races including 5ks and half marathons.CONNECT WITH SHARON:INSTAGRAMWEBSITEIf you like this episode, please be sure to check out Season 3 Women's Running Series at https://ella-go.com/listen

What Modern Therapists Should Know About Law Enforcement Mental Health: An Interview with Cyndi Doyle, LPC Curt and Katie interview Cyndi Doyle on the mental health of law enforcement officers. We look at how being a cop impacts their mental health as well as specific incidents and the chronic desensitization. We also explore the feelings in law enforcement related to calls to defund the police and how society views the cops. Content warning: potentially traumatic incidents (violence, death) Transcripts for this episode will be available at mtsgpodcast.com! An Interview with Cyndi Doyle, LPC Cyndi Doyle is a Licensed Professional Counselor, group practice co-owner, founder of Code4Couples®, podcaster, and author of Hold the Line: The Essential Guide to Protecting Your Law Enforcement Relationship.  She has spoken nationally and internationally including at the International Association of Chiefs of Police Conferences (IACP), the FBI National Academy Association (FBINAA) Conference, keynoted at police spouse conferences throughout the country, and at trained various police departments. While much of her work focuses on first responders, Cyndi's stories of embracing and wrestling with living her own bold and authentic life have resulted in her being a sought-after speaker for other mental health professionals.  Her message of humanizing struggle, compassion, courage, and resilience has resulted in her speaking nationally and even keynoting at the 2020 Texas Counseling Association Professional Growth Conference.  That same year, the American Counseling Association awarded her the Samuel Gladding Unsung Heroes Award for her work with first responders and contribution to the field of counseling. In this podcast episode, we talk about Law Enforcement Mental Health We reached out to our friend, Cyndi Doyle to explore a population of folks who we typically don't think about as our patients: Law Enforcement Officers (LEO). What should modern therapists know about the mental health of Law Enforcement Officers and their families? “[Law Enforcement Officers] don't feel safe, not just their physical safety, but emotional safety. Many times, they don't feel supported by their communities. They don't feel supported by their departments, by their administration. …Would you really want to go to a job every day where you were potentially hated?” – Cyndi Doyle, LPC Different dynamics than typical couples The definition of cynicism How training impacts the mental health of officers Misinterpretation of control versus abuse Over diagnosis of trauma The negative impacts on police officers of the heightened scrutiny and criticism Hypervigilance and the impact of cameras on police offers performing their jobs The lack of support from the community (or the legislators or even law enforcement leadership) for officers Lack of compassion satisfaction, considering quitting their job, PTSD The impact on Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) families Exploration of the calls to defund the police and fund other resources “You'll see the cellphone videos or the videos out there of officers playing basketball or playing football or engaging with the community. And that's what community policing is. Community policing is the idea of I know my community well enough to know who potentially has a mental health situation that I need to be aware of.” – Cyndi Doyle, LPC Looking at the law enforcement response to defunding the police Exploring community policing and how that could help decrease abuses The cultural shifts and education happening at police departments The potential for mental health resources being added to policing When staffing is down, there is less time to recuperate and be prepared for work Mental Health Concerns that bring law enforcement officers and their families into therapy “Sometimes we assume, I think, as clinicians that like oh, that would be traumatic for me to see. When in actuality [cops] have seen it so often that there's a desensitization. Now, does the desensitization impact to them? Sure. It also doesn't mean that every situation is traumatic to them. That unfortunately, once you've seen something or done something time and time again, it cannot impact you the same way.” – Cyndi Doyle, LPC Stress, Anxiety, Depression, Addiction Relationships, family and couple Incident, critical incident, trauma Desensitization to violent incidents, injuries, and death The personalization in incidents that can cause more of a trauma response The insufficient training to build resilience for law enforcement officers The shifting culture that is now recognizing mental health as health, but the ongoing stigma for seeking support Cynicism, lack of empathy, and bias in Law Enforcement The mindset that narrows down to “everyone” behaves Working to make officers more human, so they can see more good in the world The importance of supporting the resilience and empathy within LEO (while recognizing that some of these things are not helpful “on the job”) Our Generous Sponsors for this episode of the Modern Therapist's Survival Guide: Thrizer Thrizer is a new modern billing platform for therapists that was built on the belief that therapy should be accessible AND clinicians should earn what they are worth. Their platform automatically gets clients reimbursed by their insurance after every session. Just by billing your clients through Thrizer, you can potentially save them hundreds every month, with no extra work on your end. Every time you bill a client through Thrizer, an insurance claim is automatically generated and sent directly to the client's insurance. From there, Thrizer provides concierge support to ensure clients get their reimbursement quickly, directly into their bank account. By eliminating reimbursement by check, confusion around benefits, and obscurity with reimbursement status, they allow your clients to focus on what actually matters rather than worrying about their money. It is very quick to get set up and it works great in completement with EHR systems. Their team is super helpful and responsive, and the founder is actually a long-time therapy client who grew frustrated with his reimbursement times The best part is you don't need to give up your rate. They charge a standard 3% payment processing fee! Thrizer lets you become more accessible while remaining in complete control of your practice. A better experience for your clients during therapy means higher retention. Money won't be the reason they quit on therapy. Sign up using bit.ly/moderntherapists if you want to test Thrizer completely risk free! Sign up for Thrizer with code 'moderntherapists' for 1 month of no credit card fees or payment processing fees! That's right - you will get one month of no payment processing fees, meaning you earn 100% of your cash rate during that time. Simplified SEO Consulting Have you spent countless hours trying to get your website just right and yet, it's not showing up on Google and it doesn't seem like anyone's able to find it? Simplified SEO Consulting has a unique solution. They've been training therapists to optimize their websites, so they show up better on Google for the past 4 years. But let's face it, with the busy schedules we all keep it can be hard to find the time to optimize your website even when you learn how. So, they are hosting a 16-day cruise in July 2023 going from LA to Hawaii and back. When you join them, you'll get intensive SEO education and coaching during the 10 days at sea. Most importantly, you'll have plenty of time to sit next to the pool and implement everything you've learned and then ask their team for feedback. Yes, it's the perfect excuse for a Hawaii vacation. But it's also a time to both learn about SEO and actually implement what you learn. The upcoming cruise is a unique opportunity to learn to optimize your own website, have time to practice what you learn and the ability to get feedback from leading SEO professionals in our field. To reserve your spot before it fills up, go to https://simplifiedseoconsulting.com/training-cruise-for-better-seo/  Resources for Modern Therapists mentioned in this Podcast Episode: We've pulled together resources mentioned in this episode and put together some handy-dandy links. Please note that some of the links below may be affiliate links, so if you purchase after clicking below, we may get a little bit of cash in our pockets. We thank you in advance! Code 4 Couples Cyndi Doyle.com Social media: https://www.instagram.com/code4couples/ https://www.facebook.com/code4couples https://www.linkedin.com/in/cyndidoylelpc/ https://www.instagram.com/cyndi_doyle/ https://www.facebook.com/cyndi.b.doyle Relevant Episodes of MTSG Podcast: Therapists on the Hostage Negotiation Team: An interview with Dr. Andy Young Treating First Responders: An interview with Yael Shuman, LMFT   Who we are: Curt Widhalm, LMFT Curt Widhalm is in private practice in the Los Angeles area. He is the cofounder of the Therapy Reimagined conference, an Adjunct Professor at Pepperdine University and CSUN, a former Subject Matter Expert for the California Board of Behavioral Sciences, former CFO of the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists, and a loving husband and father. He is 1/2 great person, 1/2 provocateur, and 1/2 geek, in that order. He dabbles in the dark art of making "dad jokes" and usually has a half-empty cup of coffee somewhere nearby. Learn more at: www.curtwidhalm.com Katie Vernoy, LMFT Katie Vernoy is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, coach, and consultant supporting leaders, visionaries, executives, and helping professionals to create sustainable careers. Katie, with Curt, has developed workshops and a conference, Therapy Reimagined, to support therapists navigating through the modern challenges of this profession. Katie is also a former President of the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists. In her spare time, Katie is secretly siphoning off Curt's youthful energy, so that she can take over the world. Learn more at: www.katievernoy.com A Quick Note: Our opinions are our own. We are only speaking for ourselves – except when we speak for each other, or over each other. We're working on it. Our guests are also only speaking for themselves and have their own opinions. We aren't trying to take their voice, and no one speaks for us either. Mostly because they don't want to, but hey. Stay in Touch with Curt, Katie, and the whole Therapy Reimagined #TherapyMovement: Patreon Buy Me A Coffee Podcast Homepage Therapy Reimagined Homepage Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube   Consultation services with Curt Widhalm or Katie Vernoy: The Fifty-Minute Hour Connect with the Modern Therapist Community: Our Facebook Group – The Modern Therapists Group Modern Therapist's Survival Guide Creative Credits: Voice Over by DW McCann https://www.facebook.com/McCannDW/ Music by Crystal Grooms Mangano https://groomsymusic.com/

This week we are talking about trauma-based relationships and how to develop healthy connections with others. Join Hannah Jenarine, Education and Prevention Coordinator as she discusses trauma-bonds, red flags, and self-awareness with Leslie Pender. Leslie Pender is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in the state of Florida and the private practice owner of Seeds of Transition Counseling Services, LLC which is in the Metrowest area of Orlando, FL. Ms. Pender earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Social Science with a concentration in Sociology from the University of Maryland University College and her Master of Science degree from Capella University in Mental Health Counseling. It was during her residency for licensure that Ms. Pender began to focus her research on social justice advocacy and cultural competency within the mental health counseling field. Ms. Pender's work as a LMHC has consisted of collaborative work with the Florida Department of Children and Families and other agencies in which she has advocated for practices and policies that provide mental health services for children and families within the foster care system from a trauma-informed care and culturally competent perspective. Ms. Pender is a member of Chi Sigma Iota (International Honor Society for Counseling Students, Counseling Educators and Professional Counselors), the American Counseling Association, the Florida Counseling Association and Black Therapists Rock in which she engages with other counseling professionals locally, nationally and internationally to help eradicate the stigma as it relates to mental health and mental illness, especially within communities of color. As the wife of an Army veteran, Ms. Pender is an advocate for increasing awareness of the impact of post-traumatic stress on the marital relationship and family dynamic of the veteran. In addition to providing therapy services, Ms. Pender provides and has conducted workshops on self-care, stress management, women's empowerment and guided vision planning. Ms. Pender's philosophy towards therapy is that one must approach therapy from a holistic perspective and that having a consistent self-care regimen is vital to achieving and maintaining optimum emotional, spiritual, physical and mental wellness. ----------------------------------- Trigger Warning: In this podcast we will be discussing sensitive topics such as Sexual Assault. It's important to take care of yourself while listening. Some suggestions are listening while you're in a healthy headspace or knowing who you can reach out to if you become upset. Our 24/7 helpline for crisis calls based out of Central Florida is 407 500 HEAL, for the Florida state sexual helpline call (888) 956-7273. By contacting the National Hotline at 1-800-656-4673 you can get support and learn about your local resources. There is always someone ready to help.

We all have to check in some time to the Grief Motel. The queens talk about grief and how poetry helps us cope.Please support indie bookshops, like Loyalty Bookstores. Aaron Smith's new book, Stop Lying, is out on January 31, 2023 and is available for pre-order here.You can buy James's book of personal essays, I Liked You Better Before I Knew You So Well, here.Watch Thom L. Higgins throw a pie in Anita Bryant's face here.  He was one of four activists who disrupted the press conference (held on Oct. 14, 1978). Anita said, “At least it's a fruit pie,” before she broke down into tears. Her husband immediately joined hands with Anita and said, “Anita, let's pray for him.” Anita said, “We forgive you and we love you, and father, please deliver him from his demon lifestyle.” The husband said, “I don't want this man harmed in any way,” and afterwards found found the queer activists out in the parking lot and threw some of the pie in one of their faces too. Read more about Higgins here and his papers here. What Keeps Me Here by Rebecca Brown was published in 1996 by Harper Collins. Watch this incredible interview with Lucy Grealey on The Charlie Rose Show (~15 min).If you or someone you love needs some mental health resources:Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has a hotline (English and Spanish) as well as a list of resources.American Counseling Association has some great articles on coping mechanisms for different kinds of grief here. The Center for Grief Recovery and Therapeutic Services has a terrific resource guide here. I recommend the The Trevor Project for LGBTQIA folks, though the Trans Lifeline is perhaps the best resource for TGNC folks.

Brian Banks, Chief of Government Affairs and Public Policy Officer, and Dania Lofton, Esq., MPA Government Affairs Specialist, from the American Counseling Association's Government Affairs and Public Policy team join us to give an update about Medicare reimbursement for licensed professional counselors and how you can join in on the advocacy to make Medicare paneling for LPC's a reality.

Many people don't realize they're neurodivergent until adulthood, after dealing with sensory sensitivities their entire lives. Robert Jason Grant joins us to talk about the various types of sensitivities, how to identify them, and how to cope with and accept them. We also dispel some popular myths, and talk about one of the lesser-known senses, interoception. Also, if you're an educator, we have a great continuing education course called Strategies for Supporting Twice-Exceptional Students. Here's the link to pre-order the course for independent study at a 20% discount! If you're an administrator and want to utilize it district-wide, click this link and we'll get in touch and answer your questions. All of the details are at www.Neurodiversity.University. ABOUT THE GUEST - Dr. Robert Jason Grant is a licensed Professional Counselor, National Certified Counselor, Registered Play Therapist Supervisor, and Advanced Certified Autism Specialist. He owns and operates the Robert Jason Grant Ed.D AutPlay Therapy Clinic. Dr. Grant is an international speaker and keynote presenter having presented for the American Counseling Association, Association for Play Therapy, American Mental Health Counselors Association, and The World Autism Congress. He is a multi-published author of several articles, book chapters, and books.

Welcome back to Therapy Chat! Continuing the theme of tending to our own needs, today's topic is one that's important to therapy professionals and to first responders, too. To anyone who works with people who are suffering, Vicarious Trauma is important.   Host Laura Reagan, LCSW-C revisits a past episode in which she speaks about Secondary Traumatic Stress and Vicarious Trauma after attending a workshop on this topic by Laura Van Dernoot Lipsky, the author of Trauma Stewardship. This week is Part 1 and next week, in part 2, we will hear from Laura van Dernoot Lipsky herself! Here's what you'll hear in this episode: The terms Vicarious Trauma and Secondary Traumatic Stress are interchangeable. Therapists bear witness to the traumatic stories of clients and are affected by them. The nature of therapy work requires empathy; it's honorable, brave, and important work intended to make the world a better place. There are small ways to lessen the impact of trauma, by mindfully checking in with yourself and using positive coping methods. As a therapist, how much are you “numbing?” We discuss examples. Laura recommends spending 12-60 minutes each day, for six days a week, working out to the degree of breaking a sweat. We owe it to the people we help to take care of our Vicarious Trauma, and regular exercise is one way to do that. Isolation is common in trauma work, because we feel like “nobody understands.” The American Counseling Association lists several signs of Vicarious Trauma, including: Having difficulty talking about feelings Feeling diminished joy Feeling trapped by work Limited range of emotions Exaggerated startle reflex Hopelessness Trouble sleeping Exhaustion Conflict with other staff Trouble with intimacy Feeling withdrawn and isolated Impatience, apathy A change in worldview What can you do to make a difference? Practice mindfulness Exercise (12-60 min. several days each week) Cultivate connection with yourself and others Enrich your life by doing things you love, apart from work Make meaning Resources: ACA Fact Sheet on Vicarious Trauma Trauma Stewardship by Laura van Dernoot Lipsky Trauma Stewardship Institute Laura van Dernoot Lipsky's newest book, The Age of Overwhelm Thank you to TherapyNotes for sponsoring this week's episode! TherapyNotes makes billing, scheduling, notetaking, and telehealth incredibly easy. And now, for all you prescribers out there, TherapyNotes is proudly introducing E-prescribe! Find out what more than 100,000 mental health professionals already know, and try TherapyNotes for 2 months, absolutely free. Try it today with no strings attached, and see why everyone is switching to TherapyNotes. Now featuring E-prescribe. Use promo code "chat" at www.therapynotes.com to receive 2 FREE months of TherapyNotes! Thank you to The Receptionist for iPad for sponsoring this week's episode. It's the highest-rated digital check-in software for therapy offices and behavioral health clinics, used by thousands of practitioners across the country. Sign up for a 14-day free trial of The Receptionist for iPad by going to www.thereceptionist.com/therapychat  and when you do, you'll also receive a twenty five dollar Amazon gift card. This episode is also sponsored by Trauma Therapist Network. Learn about trauma, connect with resources and find a trauma therapist near you at www.traumatherapistnetwork.com. We believe that trauma is real, healing is possible and help is available. Registration opens in October for Trauma Therapist Network membership. Join a compassionate and skilled group of trauma therapists for weekly calls focused on Self Care, Case Consultation, Q&A and Training.  Get on the waiting list now to be the first to know when registration opens! Sign up here https://go.traumatherapistnetwork.com/join  Also, my coach and friend (and prior Therapy Chat guest) Keri Nola has opened the doors to her Abundance Activator community for a limited time. Sign up here and enter the code Therapychat to receive a special offer only for Therapy Chat listeners!   Also, after many requests from listeners, Erika Shershun, LMFT and I are co-creating a course on Healing Sexual Trauma which is intended for release in September, 2022. Get on the interest list here and receive a free copy of Erika's e-book, The Many Ways to Ground, which will teach you several somatically-oriented practices to get grounded. We will make sure to let you know when the course is on sale!  Podcast produced by Pete Bailey - https://petebailey.net/audio 

— Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing is an extensively researched psychotherapy method that can be performed via telehealth or in person. EMDR is used to accelerate the resolution of trauma in fewer sessions than traditional psychotherapy. EMDR does not require talking about details but rather, mental processing of events. This can be especially helpful for issues that bring up guilt, shame or general feelings of discomfort we cannot pinpoint. Valeria interviews Mary Moore — she is a licensed professional counselor associate and the Clinical Director of Lake Austin Psychotherapy based in Austin, Texas. Mary is an EMDR-trained clinician specializing in PTSD, trauma, anxiety, depression, infertility and pregnancy loss and was trained by the Center for Prolonged Grief at Columbia in Prolonged Grief Disorder Therapy. Moore is a member of the professional task force for the American Counseling Association and an associate member of EMDRIA, (the EMDR International Association) the organization for clinicians and researchers that upholds the highest standard of clinical use for EMDR. She lectures nationally and has written on a variety of mental health topics for outlets including The New York Times, Glamour, Marie Claire and The Huffington Post. To learn more about Mary Moore and her work, please visit: lakeaustinpsychotherapy.com           — This podcast is a quest for well-being, a quest for a meaningful life through the exploration of fundamental truths, enlightening ideas, insights on physical, mental, and spiritual health. The inspiration is Love. The aspiration is to awaken new ways of thinking that can lead us to a new way of being, being well.

Shawn Boynes, the American Counseling Association's new CEO, joins us for a special episode to answer questions from ACA members. Tune in to get to know our new leader as he shares how his personal passion for mental health and wellbeing brought him to the ACA, and his hopes for the future of the counseling profession.

This episode is about the impact of racial and gun violence on the Black community. Our guests are Dr. Kent Butler, President of the American Counseling Association and Dr. Beverly Smith, President & Interim CEO of the American Mental Health Counselors Association.

Vicarious Trauma is the permanent transformation of the inner experience of the practitioner. In today's episode, Dr. Erin Elmore speaks with Dr. Christina Mally.  Christina is a wellness consultant who encourages and empowers people to identify and reach their future goals especially related to overall health and wellness. Christina's specialties include sleep problems, stress management, intuitive eating, support through life transitions, nutritional needs, hormones, fertility concerns, pre-pregnancy prep, and pre/postpartum adjustments. She also has an extensive research background in the realm of vicarious trauma. Together Erin and Christina discuss the challenges around vicarious trauma, warning signs, the effects on a body over time, the influence of the pandemic on vicarious trauma, and practices and strategies for self-care for both practitioners and lay people. Self-care is not a muscle that comes naturally at least to most people, but the more we practice it, the more it becomes a rhythm to your life so when we're in crisis we're going to utilize those self-care strategies and be intentional about it.   For more information about the Vicarious Trauma Institute, please visit: https://vicarioustrauma.com For more information about Vicarious Trauma and a personal fact sheet from the American Counseling Association, please visit: https://www.counseling.org/docs/trauma-disaster/fact-sheet-9---vicarious-trauma.pdf To connect with Dr. Christina Mally through Facebook, please visit: https://www.facebook.com/drchristinamally To connect with Dr. Christina Mally through Instagram, please visit: https://www.instagram.com/drchristinamally

This week, Julie DeNofa is joined by Jill Robin Payne, MA, LPC-S, LCDC. Jill is a Licensed Professional Counselor – Supervisor and a Licensed Chemical Dependency counselor who is also Certified in Equine Assisted Psychotherapy (EAGALA).  She is also a Wife and Mother to her one son, Taylor, and resides in Houston, Texas, where she maintains her private practice. Jill is heard weekly on a local radio station commenting on the intersection of current events and social psychology. She also has appeared numerous times on both national television and radio. During her over 40 years of work experience in the Mental Health field, she has given numerous lectures and taught a college-level Behavior Modification course as an adjunct professor. She has written two books on relationships, "Meeting People; It's Not a Game" and "Bempathy®- Looking thru Children's Eyes to Simplify Communication," and continues to work with diverse people with various issues. As a published author and motivational speaker, Jill works to empower individuals in the choice and meaning of their relationships. Jill has lectured in seminars and symposiums across Houston, Texas. She has contracted at pain clinics and partial hospitalization programs throughout her career as a psychotherapist to facilitate stress, pain, and anger management programs and provide cognitive behavioral therapy. Jill is a member of the American Counseling Association, Houston Alumnae Chapter of ZTA, Texas State Society, and a lifetime member of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo.  Topics Discussed: The many benefits of Equine Psychotherapy Differences between Empathy and Sympathy Unpacking the Three Types of Personalities Finding motivation that drives you toward your goal(s)   Connect with Jill Payne, MA, LPC-S, LCDC: Website: https://jillrobinpayne.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JillRobinPayne/  Additional Resources: Bempathy: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09LGNR1YB  Meeting People; It's Not A Game: https://www.amazon.com/Meeting-People-Its-Not-Game/dp/131268237X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1430070953&sr=8-1&keywords=jill+payne  Connect with Positive Recovery Centers: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/positiverecoverycenters/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositiveRecoveryCenters/  Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/577870242872032  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/positiverecoverycenters/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/positiverecoverycenters/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4JcDF1gjlYch4V4iBbCgZg    Contact Positive Recovery Centers: If you or someone you know needs help, visit the website, or call the number below to schedule an assessment. We are here to help.  Call: 877-476-2743 Address: 902 West Alabama Street Houston, Texas 77006 Website: https://positiverecovery.com  Services: https://positiverecovery.com/services/  FAQ: https://positiverecovery.com/faq/  ---  About Positive Recovery MD Podcast: The Positive Recovery MD podcast is hosted by Dr. Jason Powers, Addiction Medicine Specialist and creator of Positive Recovery.  This podcast will not only inspire and motivate its listeners, but it will also provide the tools and foundation needed to thrive and flourish on their addiction recovery journey. Each week the Positive Recovery MD podcast community will come together to have authentic conversations around addiction, Recovery, and what matters – growth & progress, not perfection, all while developing positive habits for your life.  To join the community, visit https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/OtK48nO/dailypositiverecovery to sign up to receive the daily Positive Intervention that we'll review and gain access to EXCLUSIVE Positive Recovery content available only to Positive Recovery MD listeners. About Positive Recovery Centers: Positive Recovery Centers is a strengths-based addiction treatment program with locations across Texas. We offer a full continuum of care, from medical detox to sober living, all supported by an ever-growing alumni community network.  Our evidence-based curriculum blends the best of the old with the new, supporting our mission: that Recovery is best pursued when meaningful, intentional positive habits are formed through empowerment and resilience instead of negativity and shame.

Meet Dr. S. Kent Butler, president of the American Counseling Association (ACA), and the second African American male in 70 years to hold this role.   Instrumental in placing diversity, equity, and inclusion issues front and center on the association's agenda, Butler guided ACA through the COVID-19 pandemic that affected the work of counselors and student service providers across higher education.   Now, as he nears the end of his service as ACA president, he sits down with host David Pluviose, to discuss how to get minoritized students involved with mental wellness, move forward in their academic prowess, and be able to show up as their authentic selves.   KEY POINTS: - Dr. S. Kent Butler's journey to becoming ACA president - The unique challenges facing Black males on college campuses - What is happening to first-generation students during the pandemic? - Continuous traumatic stress disorder - How counseling services have shifted amid COVID-19 - Dr. S. Kent Butler's work with ACA and his goals for the future   QUOTABLES: “One of the things that I think stops a lot of students from finding academic success is they're too busy trying to deal with life experiences that no one else takes into consideration.” “When White administrators were coming to me and saying, ‘what can I do?', I had to stop trying to teach them what to do. And I had to say to them, what do you want to do?”   OTHER RESOURCES: Learn more about the president of the American Counseling Association at: counseling.org/about-us/governance-bylaws/aca-president   PRODUCTS / RESOURCES: Visit the Diverse: Issues In Higher Education website: diverseeducation.com Or follow us on social media: Twitter: twitter.com/diverseissues Instagram: instagram.com/diverseissuesinhighereducation Facebook: facebook.com/DiverseIssuesInHigherEducation/ Linkedin: linkedin.com/company/diverse-issues-in-higher-education Transcription services are available upon request. Please drop us a line here.         In The Margins is produced by Diverse: Issues In Higher Education and edited by Instapodcasts (visit at instapodcasts.com)

In today's episode, Becoming Dr. S. Kent Butler, we celebrate the legacy of Dr. S. Kent Butler, the 70th president of the American Counseling Association. Guest host Dr. Courtland Lee, ACA's first African American male president, interviews Dr. S. Kent Butler who is the second African American male president of ACA. Dr. S. Kent Butler shares about his journey to becoming the current ACA president, and his hopes for the counseling profession.

Join the private Discord chat community, for FREE & connect with others who are still in the throes of infertility/loss. What do you do when your Faith in God's plan for your life is disrupted by infertility? In this episode, Dr. Anna Locke shares how she bridged the gap between Religious beliefs and getting help through reproductive assistance. Dr. Anna and her husband suffered from dual factor infertility and when she gave birth through c-section to her twins, endometriosis was discovered. Dr. Anna is an international award-winning author and educator who has worked in the mental health profession for more than 15 years. She holds a doctorate in counseling and is a licensed professional counselor in multiple states, including Puerto Rico. She currently owns Charlandra Counseling Services, a virtual infertility counseling center; and is an assistant professor at Nyack College. Dr. Anna is an active leader in the American Counseling Association, and author of "Body Betrayal: Living and Understanding Infertility" and "Introduction to 21st Century Counseling: A Multicultural and Social Justice Perspective". From her personal and clinical experience with infertility, Dr. Anna created the Fertility Clarity © approach to infertility counseling. 00:04:38- Meet Dr. Anna00:08:29- Endometriosis is found during emergency c-section.00:10:26- Catholicism & shame00:15:50- Are we being punished by God?00:20:00- Bridging the gap between Religion & reproductive care.00:26:16- Acceptance.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/infertility-and-me/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Kristen Boice is a licensed marriage and family therapist, a member of the American Association of Family and Marriage Therapy, American Counseling Association, and EMDR International Association, as well as a trained EMDR clinician. Kristen is passionate about inspiring us to get on the path of becoming more self-aware, and acknowledging who we most want to be. In this episode Kristen explores the method's she uses to help others understand and heal their trauma.

Zander Sprague - EPIC Begins With 1 Step Forward: How To Plan, Achieve, and Enjoy The Journey. This is episode 468 of Teaching Learning Leading K12, an audio podcast. Zander Sprague is the author of three books, including his most recent, EPIC Begins With 1 Step Forward: Plan, Achieve and Enjoy the Journey.  He has a master's degree in Mental Health Counseling from Palo Alto University, and a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in History and Psychology from Pitzer College. He is a member of the National Speakers Association, American Counseling Association, and the California Association for Licensed Professional Clinical Counselors. Zander loves speaking to audiences around the world. He is nicknamed the “God of Enthusiasm” because of his contagious energy and passion, he is a popular speaker, trainer, and podcast host. He is here today to help you plan, achieve, and enjoy the journey! Thanks for listening. But wait... Could you do me a favor? Please go to my website at https://www.stevenmiletto.com/reviews/ or open the podcast app that you are listening to me on and would you rate and review the podcast? That would be Awesome. Thanks! Ready to start your own podcast? Podbean is an awesome host. I have been with them since 2013. Go to https://www.podbean.com/TLLK12 to get 1 month free of unlimited hosting for your new podcast.  Don't forget to go to my other affiliate sponsor Boone's Titanium Rings at www.boonerings.com. When you order a ring use my code - TLLK12 - at checkout to get 10% off and help the podcast get a commission. Oh by the way, you can help support Teaching Learning Leading K12 by buying me a soft drink (actually making a donation to Teaching Learning Leading K12.) That would be awesome! You would be helping expand the show with equipment and other resources to keep the show moving upward. Just go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/stevenmiletto Thanks! Connect & Learn More: Zander@ZanderSprague.com https://zandersprague.com/ https://twitter.com/zandersprague?lang=en https://www.instagram.com/epic_begins/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNes8j7ZYk4roP_iEhnnDtQ https://books2read.com/EPICBegins Length - 01:06:17

Dr Bruce Wexler Professor Emeritus of and Senior Research Scientist in Psychiatry at Yale University and Featured Speaker at the 6th annual Super Brain Summit and Dr Lori Russell-Chapin join our Neuropsychologists Dr. Laura Jansons, Dr. Skip Hrin and Neurofeedback Legend Jay Gunkelman to talk about participating in Dr. Lori Russell- Chapin's 6th annual Super Brain Summit at Bradley University. Digital Neurotherapeutics: Helped launch the field with studies published in 1997, 2000. Brain and Culture (MIT Press 2006) seminal text in cultural neuroscience. NIH Director's Award for high impact, high innovation, paradigm changing medical research, supporting development of digital neurotherapeutics 2012-2016. Founder and President "A Different Future", an NGO to reclaim the public idea space from extremists regarding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict 2002-14; Facilitator for the Council of Religious Institutions of the Holy Land, conducted U.S. State Department funded study of how "the other" is portrayed in Israeli and Palestinian school books 2007-13. Founder and Chief Scientist, C8 Sciences 2011- present, harnessing neuroplasticity in technology-enhanced content-independent neurocognitive training programs to directly improve thinking abilities and close achievement gaps in 5-9 year old children and create novel digital neurotherapeutics that improve outcomes in ADHD, Depression, Schizophrenia and Mild Cognitive Impairment. Dr. Lori A. Russell-Chapin is a Professor in the Department of Leadership in Education, Nonprofits and Counseling. She earned her Ph.D. from the University of Wyoming. She served as the chairperson of the Department of Educational Leadership and Human Development for 11 years. Dr. Russell-Chapin is currently a co-director for the Center for Collaborative Brain Research (CCBR), a partnership among OSF Saint Francis Medical Center and the Illinois Neurological Institute. The University of Illinois Medical Center of Peoria has joined the CCBR as a research collaboration. Information about CCBR can be obtained at the website: http://bradley.edu/ccbr/. She teaches graduate level counseling courses. Dr. Russell-Chapin continues to practice part-time in private counseling and consultation. Dr. Russell-Chapin continues to practice part-time in private counseling and consultation, as well as serves as the national chair for the Neurocounseling Interest Network, a professional network of the American Counseling Association. This show sponsored by: 6 TH ANNUAL SUPER BRAIN SUMMIT Friday, April 8, 2022 Live from the Peplow Pavilion, Hayden-Clark Alumni Center, Bradley University bradley.edu/superbrainsummit NeuroTraining Strategies eegstrategies.com/course-neuro "NeuroTraining Strategies offers a higher standard of EEG/qEEG education to EEG clinicians, technicians and neurofeedback practitioners with convenient, online BCIA and qEEG certified didactic courses." Have an idea for a topic or guest? pete@neuronoodle.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/neuronoodle/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/neuronoodle/support

People and Patient Center Approach with  Melody Dickerson and Grace Greenan, Virginia Hospital CenterVirginia Hospital Center puts their people and patients at the center. By connecting to people's values and helping them learn the skills to be successful, outcomes follow. Melody shares how rounding on patients and employees is a key step. She shares how relationship rounding is different from “drive by rounding” by having an  intentional conversation to build rapport, find out what's working well, who can be recognized and where improvements can be made. During this podcast, learn how frequency correlates to outcomes and how sequencing and hardwiring behaviors sets the framework for engagement with their employees. Grace discusses their leader orientation, culture day and how training creates the culture for engagement. Listen in to hear tips on creating an engaged workforce, how to connect to the values of employees and leading through a crisis. Melody F. Dickerson, MSN, RN, CPHQ , Senior Vice President & Chief Nursing Officer, Virginia Hospital Centermdickerson@virginiahospitalcenter.com  Melody Dickerson is the Senior Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer at Virginia Hospital Center Health System, a 437-bed, not-for-profit Magnet teaching facility in the Washington DC metro area. A nurse leader for more than 25 years, Melody is a member of the American College of Healthcare Executives, the American Organization of Nurse Executives, and is the President of the Northern Virginia Chapter of the Virginia Nurses Association.Melody leads the clinical and quality initiatives that advance high-value healthcare for the health system. Melody has played a critical role throughout the pandemic as the voice of the health system to the surrounding community, serving as one of the Hospital's primary spokespeople for the region's first drive-through COVID testing facility. Melody also led the Hospital's effort to become a Level II Trauma Center earlier this year, filling a critical need in the community. Grace Greenan, MA, LPC, Associate Vice President for People and Experience - Talent Management & Patient Experience, Virginia Hospital Center ggreenan@virginiahospitalcenter.com Grace Greenan, MA, LPC has been a counselor for 18 years and a counselor educator for the past 5 years. She received her BA in Psychology from the University of Massachusetts and her MA in Professional Counseling from Liberty University. Grace currently works as an Associate Vice President for People and Experience at Virginia Hospital Center and maintains a private counseling practice. For her Ph.D. work in Counselor Education and Supervision with a focus on Organizational Development, Grace's research has included a deep analysis of the supervisory relationship dynamic to determine if supervisor realism and genuineness predict an increase in staff willingness to report errors. Grace is passionate about positive psychology, employee and patient engagement, and leadership development. She is a member of the American Counseling Association, the American Psychological Association, and the Association for Counselor Education and Supervision. She is also a graduate of the Arlington Leadership Center for Excellence program.