The Thoughtful Counselor
283 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 155 ratingsThe Thoughtful Counselor is a podcast that is dedicated to producing great conversations around current topics in counseling and psychotherapy. We view counseling and psychotherapy as a deeply beautiful and complex process and strive to incorporate the art and science of the field in each episode.
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EP270: Are All "Black Folks" with Dreads for the Cause?
March 22, 2024 14:37 - 1 hour - 83.1 MBIn this podcast, we are going to explore intersectionality through a different lens. We are going to explore the, at times, taboo subject of intra-racism in African American culture and its possible impact on clients. For more on our guests, links from the conversation, and APA citation for this episode visit https://concept.paloaltou.edu/resources/the-thoughtful-counselor-podcast The Thoughtful Counselor is created in partnership with Palo Alto University’s Division of Continuing & P...
EP269: Social Justice Beyond the Counseling Office
March 08, 2024 20:24 - 48 minutes - 67.1 MBIn this episode, we examine the experiences of Dr. Christopher Townsend. Dr. Townsend takes us on a journey through advocacy and the courage to speak out against cultural injustice. Dr. Townsend has co authored Senate bills to repair laws that impact vulnerable clients. He shares his journey towards the state capitol and how he arrived at his own identity as a Social Justice Counselor and Educator. For more on our guests, links from the conversation, and APA citation for this episode vi...
EP267: People of Color Psychedelic Collective (POCPC)
February 09, 2024 10:00 - 1 hour - 90.5 MBThe POCPC brings psychedelic education to people of color. The organization creates spaces for people of color to learn about the harms of the war on drugs and the healing properties of psychedelics. Co-host Desa chats with Ifetayo Harvey about the formation of the organization, the growing use of psychedelics, and how communities can educate themselves about psychedelics. For more on our guests, links from the conversation, and APA citation for this episode visit https://concept.paloalto...
EP266: From Passion to Purpose: A Conversation with Healing in the Margins
January 26, 2024 10:00 - 1 hour - 84 MBIn this empowering episode, Jessica Tyler engages in a heartfelt conversation with Ashley Hampton, the Co-founder and Clinical Director of Hampton House Counseling, a groundbreaking QPOC group private practice in Nashville, Tennessee. Ashley is also the Executive Director of Healing in the Margins. This non-profit organization drives systemic transformation and fosters recovery through tailored mental health resources for LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC communities. Ashley shares her unwavering commitmen...
EP265: Essential Clinical Care for Sex Workers
January 12, 2024 10:00 - 55 minutes - 76.2 MBIn this episode, Dr. Megan Speciale interviews Jamila Dawson, LMFT and Theodore Burnes, PhD on sex worker-affirming mental healthcare, the topic of their new book, “Essential Clinical Care for Sex Workers.” The authors discuss common issues faced by individuals involved in the sex industry, the impact of stigma and whorephobia on the mental and emotional well-being of sex workers, and the clinical priorities of sex worker-affirming counseling centered on sex-positivity and intersectionality...
EP264: Transitioning from Counselor to CES Doctoral Student
December 15, 2023 10:00 - 52 minutes - 72.5 MBThere are many counselors who are considering going back to school to get their PhD but are unsure what this process looks like. In this episode, Helen Jennings-Hood discusses her personal journey and insights that can help others if they are considering starting a doctorate program in Counselor Education and Supervision. For more on our guests, links from the conversation, and APA citation for this episode visit https://concept.paloaltou.edu/resources/the-thoughtful-counselor-podcast...
EP263: Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
December 01, 2023 10:00 - 53 minutes - 74 MBIn this episode, Dr. Mickey White talks with Dr. Stacey Williams to discuss her research and experiences with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). We discuss what PCOS is and how PCOS impacts mental health, stigma, and resiliency across gender. For more on our guests, links from the conversation, and APA citation for this episode visit https://concept.paloaltou.edu/resources/the-thoughtful-counselor-podcast The Thoughtful Counselor is created in partnership with Palo Alto University’...
EP262: Worthiness, Values, and Self Love
November 18, 2023 01:03 - 1 hour - 108 MBDr. Andy Choi shares his journey from his graduate education to his current role as a licensed psychologist. Andy shares how scholars, mentors, friends, and family influence his work today. For more on our guests, links from the conversation, and APA citation for this episode visit https://concept.paloaltou.edu/resources/the-thoughtful-counselor-podcast The Thoughtful Counselor is created in partnership with Palo Alto University’s Division of Continuing & Professional Studies. Le...
EP261: Unveiling Maternal Mental Health Truths
November 03, 2023 19:48 - 52 minutes - 72.1 MBIn this episode, join Dr. Jessica Tyler in an enlightening conversation on maternal mental health with Kellie Wicklund, psychotherapist and Clinical Director of the Maternal Wellness Center. Kellie delves into her 20-year career, spotlighting her dedication to perinatal mental health and helping clients navigate the complexities of parenthood. Unpacking the layers of reproductive health psychology, Kellie shares insights into her therapeutic approach. She emphasizes the importance of seeing ...
EP260: Understanding Middle Adulthood Lifespan Development Through a Cultural Lens
October 20, 2023 10:00 - 50 minutes - 68.8 MBIn our last episode of the series "Lifespan Development Through a Cultural Lens," Dr. J. Kelly Coker shares her work exploring middle adulthood development. She dives into topics that are not often discussed in public or the literature, including psychological, emotional, and physical changes that adults experience as they age. Dr. Coker tackles empty nesters, menopause, the sandwich generation, and more changes that adults experience as they age. For more on our guests, links from th...
EP259: Lived Experiences of African American Women in Counseling Leadership
October 06, 2023 10:00 - 39 minutes - 54.6 MBIn this episode, Dr. Asha Dickerson will discuss her journey as an African American women who has held several leadership roles in counseling. For more on our guests, links from the conversation, and APA citation for this episode visit https://concept.paloaltou.edu/resources/the-thoughtful-counselor-podcast The Thoughtful Counselor is created in partnership with Palo Alto University’s Division of Continuing & Professional Studies. Learn more at concept.paloaltou.edu
EP258: Lift As You Rise: Getting Involved in Counseling Leadership and Advocacy
September 12, 2023 10:00 - 47 minutes - 64.8 MBDrs. Derek X Seward and Megan Speciale sit down for a compelling interview with Dr. Carlos Hipolito-Delgado as he shares his personal journey into counseling leadership and professional advocacy. Throughout this episode, Carlos offers invaluable insights on navigating counseling organizational structures, developing equity-focused approaches to leadership, and exploring the intersection of identity, leadership, and transformative change. For more on our guests, links from the conversat...
EP257: The Neurodivergent Movement: A Multicultural Perspective
September 01, 2023 10:00 - 41 minutes - 57.6 MBIn this episode, Natasha Villalobos discusses her experience working with clients who identify with neurodivergent. She provides a multicultural lens on how to work with this population in an affirming, nonpathological way. Natasha describes how the movement towards more affirmative care for this population can increase connection while remaining person centered. For more on Natasha, links from the conversation, and APA citation for this episode visit https://concept.paloaltou.edu/re...
EP256: Queer Womxn of Color: Healing and Liberation
August 18, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 87.9 MBIn this episode, Drs. Ana Guadalupe Reyes (they/elle) and Mónica Rodríguez Delgado (she/ella) share their experiences working with and on behalf of queer womxn of color in counseling. They discuss the importance of attending to the intersections of race, gender, and sexuality with queer womxn of color, as well as navigating sharing such nuanced lived experiences with their clients. Drs. Reyes and Rodríguez Delgado discuss bridging the gap between traditional counselor education and healing ...
EP255: Racial Battle Fatigue
August 04, 2023 11:11 - 1 hour - 108 MBIn this episode, Dr. Asia Lyons meets with Dr. Dèsa Karye Daniel to discuss the tenants of Racial Battle Fatigue. Throughout their conversation, they reflect on the experiences of Black Teachers and how sharing these experiences can change the narrative for future Black educators. Dr. Lyons gives examples of how mental health practitioners can support Black educators through culturally responsive practices. For more on Asia, links from the conversation, and APA citation for this episod...
EP254: The Intersection of Diagnosis and Social Justice
July 21, 2023 12:00 - 58 minutes - 80.1 MBIn this episode, Dr. Jessica Tyler sits with Christine Banks-Van Allen to discuss the intersection between mental health diagnosis and social justice. We explore the real-life impact of diagnoses on individuals from marginalized communities, share stories highlighting the importance of cultural understanding, and uncover ways to advocate for change within our role as counselors. Tune in for an eye-opening conversation that challenges conventional thinking and opens up possibilities for a mor...
EP253: Understanding Emerging and Late Adulthood Lifespan Development Through a Cultural Lens
July 07, 2023 15:36 - 52 minutes - 71.8 MBIn the fourth episode in our series on cultural and contextual approaches to lifespan development, Dr. Savitri Dixon-Saxon shares her expertise on the development of adults. She discusses emerging adulthood and late adulthood, challenging the way we think about aging. Dr. Dixon-Saxon talks about the biases that counselors may have about older adults and advocates for stronger education to prepare counselors to work with older adults. For more on Savitri, links from the conversation, and AP...
EP252: Hip Hop, Mental Health and Black Males
June 16, 2023 12:00 - 40 minutes - 55.3 MBIn this episode, Dr. James Norris discusses how he utilizes hip hop music in his counseling practice to encourage authentic communication with clients. He gives practical suggestions on how to incorporate hip hop with clients who are drawn to this genre of music. For more on James, links from the conversation, and APA citation for this episode visit https://concept.paloaltou.edu/resources/the-thoughtful-counselor-podcast The Thoughtful Counselor is created in partnership with Palo ...
EP251: A Call to Action: Counselors Against Sex Trafficking
June 02, 2023 19:19 - 41 minutes - 57.5 MBIn this episode, Drs. Romero, Interiano-Shiverdecker, and Prasath discuss their research lab and scholarly contributions to the topic of sex trafficking. They outline research findings and how they developed the CAST Lab. Implications for counselors, researchers, and educators are discussed. For more on Devon, Claudia, & Priscilla, links from the conversation, and APA citation for this episode visit https://concept.paloaltou.edu/resources/the-thoughtful-counselor-podcast The Thou...
EP250: Let's Roll Play: D&D in Therapy
May 19, 2023 22:20 - 50 minutes - 69.2 MBTabletop role-playing games (TTRPGs) are an increasingly popular modality of therapy, especially among adolescents and young adults. One popular TTRPG is Dungeons and Dragons, a fantastical adventuring game that can address themes of connection, confidence, and self-exploration. In this episode, Julia Stamman shares her experiences as a Game Counselor facilitating virtual D&D therapy groups and provides some tips and tools for counselors who may be interested in running their own therapeuti...
EP249: LGBTQ+ Communities of Color and Health Dispartities
May 05, 2023 20:28 - 1 hour - 103 MBJoin Dr. Dèsa Daniel and Dr. James García as they discuss health disparities in LGBTQ+ communities of color, and how mental health providers can advocate for better care and services. They also talk about their work with students, mentorship, and the importance of HIV PrEP medication. Tune in to learn more about the challenges faced by LGBTQ+ individuals seeking affirming care, and what can be done to address these issues. For more on James, links from the conversation, and APA citati...
EP248: Counseling for Undue Police Violence
April 21, 2023 17:53 - 49 minutes - 68.6 MBIn this episode, Dr. Jessica Tyler talks with Dr. Darius Green about undue police violence (UPV) and the mental health impact on our clients. We discuss the concepts of police legitimacy, UPV, and Dr. Green’s article, Undue Police Violence Toward African Americans: An Analysis of Professional Counselors’ Training and Perceptions, published in the Journal of Counseling & Development with his co-author, Dr. Amanda Evans. This episode is for counselors exploring their attitudes and beliefs on t...
EP247: Demystifying the Court Experience
April 07, 2023 13:51 - 59 minutes - 82.4 MBIn this podcast, Dr. Speedlin Gonzalez interviews judges from the criminal and civil courts to discuss counselors' roles in the judiciary. Three judges describe their experiences working with counselors and how valuable our work is with both arms of the law (criminal and civil). The judges also talk about the concept of therapeutic jurisprudence and how the law and counseling collaborate effectively to serve communities. For more on Judges Speedlin Gonzalez, Huff, and Torres, links fro...
EP246: Supporting Caregivers to Individuals with Traumatic Brain Injury
March 17, 2023 21:22 - 1 hour - 83.8 MBAccording to the CDC there were approximately 223,135 Trauma Brain Injury (TBI) related hospitalizations in 2019. TBI has a large emotional impact on the caregivers of these individuals. In this episode Dr. Kim Jenkins-Richardson will discuss practical ways that clinicians can provide support for the caregivers of individuals with TBI. For more on Dr. Kim Jenkins-Richardson, links from the conversation, and APA citation for this episode visit https://concept.paloaltou.edu/resources/...
EP245: Queering Counseling: LGBTQ+ Counselor Self-Disclosure in Practice
March 03, 2023 15:34 - 44 minutes - 61 MBIn this episode, Dr. Whitney Akers and Dr. Mickey White talk about their research and experiences disclosing queer and trans identities as counselors, educators, and supervisors. What is the role of identity disclosure in counseling? The decision-making processes are complex and nuanced. Drs. Akers and White explore the complexity of identity disclosure and the potential healing power of community, authenticity, and genuineness within counseling. For more on Whitney, links from the convers...
EP244: Community, Activism & Generational Challenges
February 03, 2023 17:52 - 58 minutes - 81 MBDèsa Daniel speaks with African American Student Services Director Brandi Stone on the generational challenges impacting leadership and students within Black communities. They process the triumphs made by Black elders who established Cultural Centers and Africana Studies during the civil rights movement. Director Stone discusses her experiences of "sitting at the table" while navigating conservative community spaces. They engage in a thoughtful conversation around mentorship, staying hopeful...
EP243: Professional Protection: Safeguarding the Future of Counseling
January 20, 2023 19:12 - 47 minutes - 64.9 MBIn this episode, Dr. Victoria Kress shares her work in advocacy and talks about the importance of counselors engaging in professional protection. She shares her "1-minute elevator speech" and emphasizes that, as counselors, we need to build a strong professional identity. Dr. Kress imparts strategies for "little a" and "big A" advocacy, with the aim of protecting our licensure laws, increasing resources and reimbursement opportunities for counselors, and strengthening our service to clients....
Professional Protection: Safeguarding the Future of Counseling
January 20, 2023 19:12 - 47 minutes - 64.9 MBIn this episode, Dr. Victoria Kress shares her work in advocacy and talks about the importance of counselors engaging in professional protection. She shares her "1-minute elevator speech" and emphasizes that, as counselors, we need to build a strong professional identity. Dr. Kress imparts strategies for "little a" and "big A" advocacy, with the aim of protecting our licensure laws, increasing resources and reimbursement opportunities for counselors, and strengthening our service to clients....
EP242: Athletes: Moving Beyond the Entertainment
January 06, 2023 22:35 - 1 hour - 84.7 MBIn this episode, Dr. Jessica Tyler talks with Dr. Lindsey Portela and Olivia Dedels, counselors and previous Division-1 athletes, to talk about athletes and mental health. With the world enjoying the entertainment of the 2022 World Cup, what are the counseling needs of this population? What are their challenges, and how has the counseling world met the needs of athletes under extraordinary pressure to perform? For more on Lindsey and Olivia, links from the conversation, and APA citatio...
EP241: Emotion Regulation Strategies for Children and Adolescents
December 21, 2022 14:31 - 1 hour - 90.5 MBRaissa Miller speaks with Yale social-emotional learning researchers ZJ Ng and Jenny Seibyl about their work on school-based SEL projects. Specifically, the researchers discuss the individualized and contextualized nature of emotion regulation, highlighting eight strategies and evaluating the pros and cons of each strategy. For more on ZJ and Jenny, links from the conversation, and APA citation for this episode visit https://concept.paloaltou.edu/resources/the-thoughtful-counselor-pod...
EP240: Navigating Intergenerational Trauma
December 07, 2022 13:20 - 53 minutes - 73.8 MBIntergenerational trauma can impact the mental health and emotional wellbeing of many individuals, especially Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) communities. Join Dr. Stacey Litam and Dr. Monica P. Band as they explore the nuanced topics associated with understanding intergenerational trauma and outline specific strategies for counselors. For more on interviewee, links from the conversation, and APA citation for this episode visit concept.paloaltou.edu The Thoughtful Counselo...
EP239: Ending the HIV Epidemic: Why Mental Health Matters
November 16, 2022 14:43 - 38 minutes - 53.3 MBThe National HIV/AIDS Strategy (2022–2025) provides stakeholders across the nation with a roadmap to accelerate efforts to end the HIV epidemic in the United States by 2030. In this episode, Dr. Michael Jones and Dr. Richelle Joe discuss why counselors need a better understanding of the HIV epidemic and the mental health implications for the individuals in this population. For more on Richelle, links from the conversation, and APA citation for this episode visit concept.paloaltou.edu ...
EP238: Navigating Middle Childhood and Adolescent Development with Empathy
November 02, 2022 13:13 - 44 minutes - 60.6 MBDr. Kristi Cannon talks about the challenges and strengths of development through the middle childhood and adolescent years. She and Margaret talk about changes in parenting practices, social media, and the impact of COVID on this cohort of children adolescents. They also discuss how community and school counselors can support this group. For more on Kristi, links from the conversation, and APA citation for this episode visit concept.paloaltou.edu The Thoughtful Counselor is crea...
EP237: Belief in a Just World and Working in Urban Communities
October 19, 2022 18:30 - 58 minutes - 80.5 MBIn this episode, Dr. Jessica Tyler talks with Dr. Sejal Parikh Foxx, a professor and department chair at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, to discuss urban education and counselor beliefs and attitudes about their role in social justice and advocacy. Dr. Foxx discusses how she has used her lived experiences, mentoring, and the ACA and ASCA Code of Ethics to advocate for equitable and accessible education and care for students. This episode is for anyone interested in how they ca...
EP236: Failing Forward: Defining Success in Private Practice
October 03, 2022 18:23 - 1 hour - 84.3 MBDr. Melanie Varney is a counselor educator who started her own private practice by learning about herself and doing her own work. She shares why she is in private practice today and encourages others to find what makes them most happy. For more on Melanie, links from the conversation, and APA citation for this episode visit concept.paloaltou.edu The Thoughtful Counselor is created in partnership with Palo Alto University’s Division of Continuing & Professional Studies. Learn mor...
EP235: Understanding Early Childhood Development Through Culture and Context
September 14, 2022 17:51 - 57 minutes - 78.9 MBIn this episode, Dr. Karen Roller continues her discussion about lifespan through the lens of culture in context. Dr. Roller specifically examines the development that happens in early childhood. She talks about how counselors can use culture as a lens through which to view development, the current challenges she sees for this age group, and how counselors can avoid compassion fatigue when working with children and trauma. For more on Karen, links from the conversation, and APA citatio...
EP234: An Expansive Perspective on the Science of Psychotherapy
September 01, 2022 00:55 - 57 minutes - 79.6 MBDr. Raissa Miller interviews Richard Hill and Matthew Dahlitz about their recent book, A Practitioner's Guide to the Science of Psychotherapy. Richard and Matthew unpack the meaning of the word 'science' and discuss its real-world application in the counseling room. They share multiple analogies and personal antidotes that emphasize the importance of attunement, curiosity, responsiveness, and intuition as the foundation of science-driven therapeutic encounter. For more on Richard and M...
EP234: An Expansive Perspective on the Science of Psychotherapy
September 01, 2022 00:54Dr. Raissa Miller interviews Richard Hill and Matthew Dahlitz about their recent book, A Practitioner's Guide to the Science of Psychotherapy. Richard and Matthew unpack the meaning of the word 'science' and discuss its real-world application in the counseling room. They share multiple analogies and personal antidotes that emphasize the importance of attunement, curiosity, responsiveness, and intuition as the foundation of science-driven therapeutic encounter. For more on Richard and M...
EP233: Understanding Why Youth View Pornography: An Interview with Braxton Dutson and Dr. Stacey Diane Arañez Litam
August 10, 2022 10:49 - 1 hour - 85.9 MBHave you ever wondered why youth view sexually explicit material? Curious about how to respond, provide sex education, and address topics related to distress, out of control sexual behaviors, and sexually explicit material within therapeutic counseling settings? Join Braxton Dutson (LCSW) and Dr. Stacey Diane Arañez Litam to learn more about why youth view pornography and how counselors – and parents- can respond with empathy, curiosity, and compassion. For more on Braxton, links from the ...
EP232: Understanding Infant Mental Health
July 27, 2022 20:10 - 46 minutes - 64.3 MBInfant mental health involves promoting emotional and social wellbeing in young children from the prenatal period to 5 years of age through culturally responsive and relationship-based care. In this episode Dr. Humes will discuss why this important specialty area of counseling does not receive the amount of attention it deserves. For more on Camille, links from the conversation, and APA citation for this episode visit concept.paloaltou.edu The Thoughtful Counselor is created in p...
EP231: Consensual Non-Monogamy Affirming Mental Health Care
July 15, 2022 18:26 - 55 minutes - 76.7 MBToday on The Thoughtful Counselor, Dr. Megan Speciale talks with Drs. Theodore Burnes and Michelle Vaughan about their new book, The Handbook of CNM-Affirming Mental Health Practice. The conversation explores the counseling considerations for working with diverse clients involved in consensually non-monogamous relationships, as well as some of the common misconceptions and biases impacting this community. For more on Theodore & Michelle, links from the conversation, and APA citation for th...
EP230: The Flawless Counselor: Perfectionism and Over Control
June 29, 2022 19:12 - 54 minutes - 74.7 MBIn this episode, Dr. Jessica Tyler talks with Sara Ellison, an associate licensed counselor, nationally certified counselor, and doctoral student on perfectionism and overcontrol. They discuss how perfectionism impacts individuals' wellness, along with the parallel process of being a counselor or counselor-in-training who struggles with perfectionistic and overcontrolled tendencies. This episode is for anyone who identifies with the fear of failure, impression management, masking emotions, a...
EP229: For Us By Us Serving Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Communities
June 15, 2022 21:03 - 1 hour - 88 MBDr. Anne Saw shares her work within Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities. She gives us a deep dive into the work that went into the Covid-19 Needs Assessment Project and how community-engaged research made it possible. She ends with her hopes for the future, advice to others wanting to do similar work, and encouragement for students who haven't found their niche yet. For more on Anne, links from the conversation, and APA citation for this episode visit concept....
EP228: The Black Male Experience: Mentorship and Mental Health
May 19, 2022 02:09 - 1 hour - 83.5 MBIn this episode Dr. Jones and Dr. Townsend discuss the positive effects that mentorship has on Black men. They talk about the lived experiences of Black men and the protective factors needed to support Black men in their career/family life. For more on Christopher, links from the conversation, and APA citation for this episode visit concept.paloaltou.edu The Thoughtful Counselor is created in partnership with Palo Alto University’s Division of Continuing & Professional Studies. Lear...
EP227: Aperture Awareness: A Neurobiological Grounded Approach to Connected Conversation
May 04, 2022 20:37 - 1 hour - 83.5 MBDr. Raissa Miller interviews Dr. Kathryn Ford about the centrality of openness in relationships. Dr. Ford discusses the relational neuroscience underlying her Aperture Awareness approach and offers practical and concrete strategies for fostering and enhancing openness. Dr. Ford shares specific examples from her clinical practice and provides listeners with ideas and resources for further learning. For more on Kathryn, links from the conversation, and APA citation for this episode visit...
Aperture Awareness: A Neurobiological Grounded Approach to Connected Conversation
May 04, 2022 20:37 - 1 hour - 83.5 MBDr. Raissa Miller interviews Dr. Kathryn Ford about the centrality of openness in relationships. Dr. Ford discusses the relational neuroscience underlying her Aperture Awareness approach and offers practical and concrete strategies for fostering and enhancing openness. Dr. Ford shares specific examples from her clinical practice and provides listeners with ideas and resources for further learning. For more on Kathryn, links from the conversation, and APA citation for this episode visit...
EP226: Rethinking Lifespan Development
April 20, 2022 18:50 - 1 hour - 82.8 MBDr. Margaret Lamar interviews Drs. Kelly Coker, Kristi Cannon, Savitri Dixon-Saxon, and Karen Roller about their new project taking a new look at lifespan development. They share the importance of understanding lifespan development within the context and culture the clients experience and grow. The conversation includes how we can better conceptualize our clients using a contextual and cultural lens of lifespan development For more on Drs. Kelly Coker, Kristi Cannon, Savitri Dixon-Saxon, a...
EP225: Connecting to Ethics in Crisis Intervention
March 30, 2022 19:06 - 52 minutes - 72.8 MBIn this episode, Dr. Jessica Tyler talks with Dr. Julia Whisenhunt, Associate Professor at the University of West Georgia, about how counselors can make ethically wise decisions when in crisis intervention. As part of her co-authored book, "Crisis Intervention Ethics Casebook," she discusses the SAFETY framework (Nobbman et al., 2014), Triage Assessment Form (Myer et al., 1992), and LASER protocol (Myer et al., 2021) that can help counselors to make ethical decisions in the heat of the momen...
EP224: College Counseling: Creating Community for Holistic Student Wellness
March 16, 2022 23:25 - 54 minutes - 75.1 MBDr. Amanda Waters speaks with us about the power of responsive vs reactive intentionality when creating community. She shares with us the importance of doing our own cultural identity work in order for us to create our own firm centers while retaining our soft edges. She gives examples of how lifelong learning will help us address mental health disparities within college campuses and community work that focuses on supporting others. For more on Amanda, links from the conversation, and APA ...
EP223: Healthy Body, Healthy Mind--Exercise Psychology Considerations for Work with Athletes and Non-Athletes in Counseling
March 03, 2022 01:24 - 51 minutes - 71.1 MBIn this episode, Michele Kerulis discusses the relationship between movement and mental health. She shares insights from the interdisciplinary field of exercise psychology and from her extensive work with athletes, including how to help enhance motivation, increase self-awareness, and support athletes' unique mental health challenges. For more on Michele, links from the conversation, and APA citation for this episode visit concept.paloaltou.edu The Thoughtful Counselor is created in ...