Counselor Toolbox Podcast with DocSnipes
Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes
Counselors, coaches and sober companions help hundreds of thousands of people affected by Addictions and Mental Health issues each year. Learn about the current research and practical counseling tools to improve your skills and provide the best possible services. Counselor Toolbox targets counselors, coaches and companions, but can also provide useful counseling self-help tools for persons struggling with these issues and their loved ones. AllCEUs is an approved counseling continuing education provider for addiction and mental health counselors in most states. Counseling CEUs are available for each episode.
Episodes
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Feb 22, 2024 • 1h 4min
942-Signs and Causes of Burnout and Secondary Trauma
Chapters:00:00:00 - Introduction to Mindfulness and Self-Care for Burnout Prevention00:06:44 - Signs and Symptoms of Burnout00:13:37 - Burnout Symptoms and Vulnerabilities00:20:22 - Burnout and its effects on personal activities00:27:44 - Impact of Similarity on Empathy and Trauma00:35:12 - Contributors to Burnout00:41:55 - Managing Pain and Vulnerabilities00:48:48 - Secondary Trauma and Burnout Prevention Strategies00:55:12 - Promoting Resilience and Coping Skills01:01:59 - Burnout in Work Environments Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 20, 2024 • 56min
941-Anger, Anxiety, Depression Make the Connection _ Counselor Education Series
Chapters:00:00:00 - Introduction: Trans-Diagnostic and Transactional Theories00:06:00 - Threat Response System and the Fight Response00:12:08 - Irritants and Energy Drain00:18:06 - Threat Assessment and Emotional Triggers00:24:28 - Examining Triggers for Irritation and Anger00:30:37 - the Relationship Between Stress and Depression00:36:11 - Dealing with Stress and Anxiety: Sleep Intervention00:41:45 - Healthy Eating Habits00:48:08 - Dealing with Negative Thoughts and Behaviors00:54:08 - Stick around and chat Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 17, 2024 • 57min
940-Vulnerability Awareness and Tools to Address Them _ Counselor Continuing Education
Chapters:00:00:00 - Understanding Vulnerabilities00:06:08 - The Impact of Nutrition on Anxiety Levels00:12:29 - The Impact of Sleep on Mental Health00:18:37 - The Effects of Addictive Behaviors and Toxins00:25:08 - Effects of Distress on the Brain and Body00:31:18 - Coping with Mental or Cognitive Vulnerabilities00:37:45 - Strategies for Maintaining Motivation00:43:45 - Identifying and Addressing Time Sucks00:49:43 - Addressing Weak Emotional Boundaries and Fear of Abandonment00:55:52 - Addressing Mental Health and Recovery Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 15, 2024 • 33min
939-20 Consequences of Emotionally Immature Parents and Tips to Heal
Chapters:00:00:00 - Emotional Maturity vs Emotional Intelligence00:03:22 - Understanding and Responding to Other People's Emotions00:06:55 - Consequences of Emotionally Immature Caregivers00:10:23 - The Impact of Dysregulation on Child Development00:13:52 - Consequences of Dysregulated Caregivers00:21:10 - The Interconnectedness of the HPA Axis00:24:41 - Healing the Inner Child00:28:09 - Healing from Attachment Trauma00:31:44 - The Impact of Caregivers on Emotional Regulation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 13, 2024 • 59min
938-Emotional Intelligence and Emotion Regulation _ Counselor Education Webinar
Chapters:00:00:00 - Understanding Emotional Intelligence and Emotion Regulation00:06:19 - Managing Emotions00:12:44 - Emotional Dysregulation and Vulnerability00:19:08 - The Impact of Stress on Cognitive Pathways00:25:37 - Understanding and Processing Emotions00:31:59 - Encouraging Authenticity and Expression through Empathy and Validation00:38:39 - Recognizing and managing distressful emotions00:45:08 - Improving Emotional Intelligence and Distress Tolerance00:51:20 - Overcoming Irrational Fears Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 10, 2024 • 1h 11min
937-Behavior Modification Basics _ Counselor Education Webinar and NCE Review
Chapters:00:00:00 - Introduction: Behavior Modification Basics00:07:25 - The Physiology of Fear and Exhilaration00:15:12 - Gut Reactions and Non-Verbal Cues00:23:03 - Building Psychological Flexibility00:30:50 - Using Discriminative Stimuli for Emotional Well-being00:39:07 - Punishments and Rewards00:46:36 - Benefits and drawbacks of new behaviors00:54:12 - Strategies for Breaking Habits01:01:30 - Shaping Behaviors01:09:15 - Recognizing Stimuli and Behavior Replacement Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 8, 2024 • 1h 1min
936-Addiction and CoOccurring Disorder Diagnosis and Treatment Overview Counselor Continuing Education
Chapters:00:00:00 - Addiction: Definition and Types00:06:24 - Symptoms and Types of Addiction00:12:50 - Motivations for Addictive Behavior00:19:04 - Self-medication and Addiction00:25:56 - Impact of Inadequate Sleep and Inflammation00:32:40 - Concurrent Addictions and Co-occurring Disorders00:39:29 - Treatment Issues and Strategies00:46:05 - Exploring Personality Disordered Behavior00:52:49 - Back to Basics: Emotional Intelligence and Self-Reflection00:59:09 - Developing self-esteem Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 6, 2024 • 1h 10min
935-Recovery Strategies for Those Who Love Someone with an Addiction
Chapters:00:00:00 - Understanding the Causes of Addiction00:07:38 - The Importance of Setting Boundaries00:15:27 - The Addicted Person's Behaviors00:22:55 - Effects of Long-Term Stress00:30:37 - Managing Circadian Rhythm and Boundaries00:38:22 - Understanding Addiction and Fear of Loss00:46:00 - Grieving the Loss of Time00:53:41 - Cognitive Distortions and Coping Strategies01:01:18 - Taking Control and Creating a Safe Environment01:08:52 - A Message of Gratitude Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 3, 2024 • 1h 6min
934-Sociological Approach to Prevention _ Addressing Risk and Enhancing Protective Factors
Chapters:00:00:00 - Introduction to the Socioecological Model00:07:00 - The Impact of Individual Characteristics on Interactions00:14:04 - Impact on the Education System00:21:36 - The Impact of Culture and Chronological Events on Mental Health00:29:07 - Risk Factors for Mental and Physical Illness00:36:39 - Risk Factors for Mental Illness in Youth00:44:02 - Risk factors and protective factors for mental health00:51:04 - Promoting Positive Social Bonding00:57:56 - Community Risk Factors and Prevention Strategies Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 1, 2024 • 1h 2min
933-Trauma Informed Screening and Assessment
Chapters:00:00:00 - Introduction to Trauma-Informed Screening00:13:58 - Secondary prevention and maintaining current state00:20:59 - PTSD and CPTSD Screening00:28:18 - Screening for Mental Health00:35:01 - Importance of Tone and Empathy00:41:17 - Exploring Traumatic Events and Trauma Work00:47:13 - Coping Strategies for Trauma Survivors00:53:25 - Barriers to Trauma Inquiry and Treatment00:59:55 - Viewing Physical Symptoms as Trauma Result Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
