The Thoughtful Counselor

Latest Episodes:

EP51: Integrated Care - Part 1: Foundations, Effectiveness, and Predictions for the Future with Russ Curtis Aug 23, 2017

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A conversation with Dr. Russ Curtis on the nuts and bolts of integrated care for behavioral health professionals

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EP50: Great Sex - Mapping Sexual Desire with Amelie Zurn Aug 16, 2017

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In Episode 3 of the Sex Series, Dr. Megan Speciale interviews sex educator and licensed clinical social worker Amelie Zurn-Galinsky on the use of desire mapping as a reflective process of sexual self-discovery for counselors, clients, and everyone in between. In the conversation, we discuss common barriers to desire and sexual satisfaction, tools for supporting clients delve into the sexual unknown, and the importance of taking care of the self-as-counselor in our own pursuits toward sexual wellness and clinical effectiveness. Tune in for helpful tips to use with clients, partners, and yourself!

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EP49: Conceptualizing the Mental Health Needs of Gifted & High-Ability Children and Teens - A Conversation with Emily Kircher-Morris Aug 10, 2017

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A converation with Emily Kircher-Morris - LPC and owner of Unlimited Potential Counseling & Education Center - on addressing the specific needs of gifted, high-ability, and twice-exceptional children and teens.

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EP48: Group Counseling in Private Practice - Advantages, Challenges, and Where to Start with Kevin Doyle Aug 02, 2017

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A conversation with Dr. Kevin Doyle about the neglected modality of group counseling in private practice, the advantages and challenges to getting a group started, and resources for counselors interested brings groups to their private practice.

For more about Kevin, a link to the article we talk about, and the APA citation for this episode visit http://wp.me/p7R6fn-b5

EP47: Rules Versus Relationships - How Ethical Codes Can Help Counselors CYA, Yet Neglect the Client with Pamela J. Birrell Jul 26, 2017

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A conversation with Dr. Pamela J. Birrell - retired Senior Instructor at the University of Oregon - on the importance of using Relational Ethics to make each moment with clients an ethical moment.

For more about Pamela, links from the converation, and the APA citation for this episode visit www.thethoughtfulcounselor.com

EP46: Eco-Therapy - The Healing Potential of Nature in Counseling with Megan Delaney Jul 19, 2017

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A conversation with Dr. Megan Delaney - Assistant Professor in the Department of Professional Counseling at Monmouth University (MU) in Long Branch, New Jersey - on the art and science of using nature in counseling.

Dr. Megan Delaney has a PhD in Counselor Education from Montclair State University (MSU) and is currently an Assistant Professor in the Department of Professional Counseling at Monmouth University (MU) in Long Branch, New Jersey. Her research explores the influence of natural world on our mental health and the use of Ecotherapy in clinical practice and the counselor education classroom. Trained in outdoor leadership through the National Outdoor Leadership School, Dr. Delaney spent several years as a wilderness instructor for organizations including the National Wildlife Federation and Outward Bound. Today she infuses Ecotherapy in her private practice with clients. Dr. Delaney is currently writing her book "Nature is Nurture: Counseling and the Natural World" anticipated in 2019 through Oxford University Press. Megan can be reached at mdelaney@monmouth.edu.

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EP45: Neuroscience and Humanistic Counseling Values - A Critical Look at the Integration of Neuroscience in Counseling with Brett Wilkinson Jul 12, 2017

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A conversation with Dr. Brett Wilkinson about the intersections of humanism and neuroscience with implications for counseling practice.

Dr. Brett Wilkinson is an Assistant Professor of Counselor Education. He obtained a B.A. in both psychology and philosophy from the University of Kentucky and an M.A. in Mental Health Counseling from Eastern Kentucky University. He earned his Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision from the University of Northern Colorado, where he was awarded the Dean's Citation of Excellence for Outstanding Dissertation of the Year. He received advanced doctoral training in marriage, couples, and family counseling, as well as applied statistics and research methods. His research interests include the development of humanistic methods and models for clinical training and practice, the exploration of phenomenological pedagogies, and the advancement of metacognitive supervision strategies for practicum and internship. Dr. Wilkinson actively presents at state, regional, and national conferences, serves on the editorial board for a national counseling journal, and is coauthor of the textbook Educational Psychology for Learners: Connecting Theory, Research, and Application. He is a member of the American Counseling Association, the Association for Counselor Education and Supervision, and the Association for Humanistic Counseling.

Email Brett at wilkinsb@ipfw.edu

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EP44: Recast - The Quarter-Life Crisis: Taking Seriously the Needs of Millennials with Cyrus Williams Jul 08, 2017

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In the last recast of the summer, we revisit a conversation with Dr. Cyrus Williams, associate professor at Regent University, about how the "Quarter-Life Crisis" affects millennials and how counselors can best understand and address the needs of this population. Dr. William's refers to the following resources in the interview:

The Quarter-Life Crisis

Counseling Today Article

You Can contact Dr. Williams at cwilliams2@regent.edu

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EP43: Recast - Stigma, Strengths, and Walking It Off: A Conversation on Counseling and Men with George Hu Jun 29, 2017

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In this recast, we revisit a conversation with Dr. George Hu – a clinical psychologist and Director of Psychology and Mental Health at Jiahui International Clinic in Shanghai – about the stigmas around counseling for men, common presenting concerns, and strategies to build a strong alliance with your male clients.

You can email George at george.hu@jiahui.com or view his profile at http://www.jiahui.com/en/ourteam/doctors/george-hu/

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EP42: Recast - African American Mental Health, Spirituality, and the Black Church: A Conversation with Janeé R. Avent Jun 22, 2017

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As Mike contintues to be on break, in this recast episode we revisit a conversation with Dr. Janeé R. Avent - assistant professor in the counselor education program at East Carolina University - on African American mental health, the need for counselors to understand African American spirituality and the influence of the Black church, and general best practices for counseling and advocacy with our African American clients.

An article in The Professional Counselor by Janeé called The Black Church: Theology and Implications for Counseling African Americans

Janeé's staff page at ECU

Email Janeé at aventj16@ecu.edu

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