Counselor Toolbox Podcast with DocSnipes

Chapters: 00:00:00 - 20 Signs of Codependency and How to Address Them 00:02:43 - The Unstable Sense of Self in Codependency 00:05:16 - Finding a Safe Connection for Codependency and Overcoming Abandonment Fears 00:07:55 - Understanding Codependency Issues 00:10:54 - Overcoming codependency and the importance of evaluating control in recovery. 00:13:47 - Understanding Codependency and Its Effects on Relationships 00:16:33 - The Importance of Allowing People to Take Responsibility for Their Own Behaviors 00:19:20 - Examining Communication and Personal Boundaries in Codependency 00:22:02 - The Importance of Boundaries and Cognitive Distortions in Codependency 00:24:46 - Exploring Alternative Explanations for Hurtful Behavior 00:27:30 - Understanding Codependency and the Recovery Process Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chapters: 00:00:00 - 10 Tips for Recovery from Pornography Addiction 00:02:41 - Understanding Post-Acute Withdrawal Syndrome from Pornography and Masturbation Addiction 00:05:34 - Coping with Withdrawal Symptoms of Porn Addiction 00:08:28 - Coping with Anxiety and Irritability During Recovery Periods 00:11:13 - Coping with the Effects of Pornography Addiction and Depression 00:13:57 - Addressing Vulnerabilities and Triggers in Pornography Addiction 00:16:40 - How to Avoid Pornography, Gambling, and NSFW Content on the Internet 00:19:44 - Tips for Detoxing Your Brain from Pornography Addiction 00:22:39 - Coping Strategies for Urges and Cravings 00:25:22 - Strategies for Managing Pornography Addiction 00:28:10 - Addressing the Root Causes of Porn Addiction 00:30:46 - Tips for Overcoming Porn Addiction and Masturbation 00:33:36 - Managing Sexual Releases during Pornography Addiction Recovery Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chapters: 00:00:00 - Definition and Differentiation of Pornography Addiction 00:02:30 - Recreational Use vs Addiction in Pornography Viewing 00:05:15 - Self-Assessment for Pornography Addiction 00:08:00 - The Impact of Pornography on Relationships, Self-Esteem, and Productivity 00:10:28 - The Negative Effects of Porn Use and Addiction Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chapters: 00:00:00 - Understanding Codependency and Dependency 00:02:46 - Signs of codependency in relationships and caregiving professions 00:05:36 - Signs of Codependency in Relationships 00:08:30 - Understanding the Difference Between Codependency and Caretaking 00:11:24 - Essential Problems of Codependency 00:14:24 - Inner Child Trauma and Dysfunction in Codependency 00:17:19 - How Dysfunctional Caregivers Affect Children and Codependency 00:20:15 - Unhealthy Coping Mechanisms and Codependency Recovery 00:23:16 - The Relationship Between Childhood Trauma and Emotional Dysregulation in Adulthood 00:25:39 - Understanding Codependency and Its Origins 00:26:08 - Unstable Sense of Self and Fear of Abandonment in Codependency Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chapters: 00:00:00 - Understanding and Helping the Inner Child Grieve 00:02:32 - Evaluating Schemas and Inner Child Schema Development 00:05:15 - Healing the Wounded Inner Child 00:08:01 - The Function of Inner Child Behaviors and Addressing Traumatic Memories 00:10:41 - Healing the Wounded Inner Child 00:13:27 - Helping the Wounded Inner Child Communicate Assertively and Addressing Losses 00:16:08 - Losses of the Wounded Inner Child 00:18:55 - Helping the Inner Child Grieve and Heal 00:21:49 - Connecting with your Inner Child 00:24:40 - Connecting with Your Inner Child for Self-Esteem and Emotional Support 00:27:16 - Inner Child Work: Checking in Throughout the Day 00:30:06 - Distress Tolerance Skills for Dealing with Anxiety and Overwhelm 00:32:46 - Tolerating Distress and Finding Your Wise Mind 00:35:30 - Managing Immature Behaviors and Dealing with Inner Child Triggers 00:38:07 - Understanding and Responding to Your Inner Child's Needs 00:41:12 - Strategies for Inner Child Autobiography and Emotional Identification 00:44:00 - Identifying Triggers and Resolving Past Traumas 00:46:46 - Helping the Inner Child Process Loss and Trauma 00:49:39 - Strategies for Helping the Inner Child Grieve Trauma and Loss 00:52:25 - Helping Children and Adults Heal from Childhood Wounds Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chapters: 00:00:00 - Adult Children of Alcoholics: Traits and Treatment 00:02:30 - Addiction and Childhood Environments 00:05:17 - Understanding and Surviving in a Household with Addiction and Mental Illness 00:08:21 - The Impact of Childhood Trauma on Emotional Intelligence 00:11:06 - Common Behaviors in Adult Children of Addicted Caregivers 00:13:55 - Effects of Growing Up in an Addicted Household on Personality Development 00:16:43 - The Borderline Personality and Childhood Trauma 00:19:25 - Growing up in Addicted Households and Narcissistic Behaviors 00:22:17 - Understanding Antisocial and Dependent Personality Disorders 00:25:05 - Characteristics of Adult Children from Addicted Households 00:27:50 - The Effects of Growing Up in an Addicted Household 00:30:35 - The Impact of Addiction in Childhood and Emotional Dysregulation in Adulthood 00:33:33 - Impulsive behavior and high reward sensitivity in adult children of alcoholics 00:36:30 - Dealing with Trauma and Developing Emotional Intelligence Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chapters: 00:00:00 - Rewiring the Brain to Undo the Effects of Trauma 00:07:32 - The Biochemical Effects of Trauma on the Body 00:14:48 - The Impact of Trauma and Goals for Recovery 00:22:25 - Tools for Managing Trauma: Strengthening Vagal Tone, Reducing Inflammation, and Nutrition 00:30:11 - Promoting Neurogenesis and Preserving Neurons: Tips for Brain Health 00:37:53 - Tools for Preserving Neurons and Reducing Stress 00:45:22 - Developing Emotional Intelligence and Coping Strategies for Pain and Trauma Management 00:52:35 - Managing Triggers and Building Resilience 00:59:58 - Strategies for Feeling Safer and Empowered Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chapters: 00:00:00 - Managing Test Anxiety: Causes and Strategies 00:07:04 - Strategies for Overcoming Test Anxiety 00:14:24 - Strategies for Overcoming Test Anxiety 00:21:56 - Strategies for Managing Test Anxiety 00:29:35 - Overcoming Test Anxiety and Reframing Consequences 00:36:49 - Managing Test Anxiety: Tips for Empowerment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Name it Replace the "l" pronoun with "you" End your thoughts by asking "Who says?" Talk back Practice self-compassion (unconditional positive regard) Would I say this to a friend? Develop a nurturing/protective inner voice Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

•Only 30% of patients fully respond to the initial SSRI •Ultimately less than 55% of people respond to any SSRI. • WHY??? • SSRIs typically only work on the 5HTIA receptor, but multiple 5HT receptors are involved in mood regulation: 1, 2, • SSRIs only impact one area of possible dysfunction • Serotonin creation, secretion, absorption, distribution is impacted by multiple factors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

•Define trauma •Explore the prevalence of trauma •Identify the key elements Of Trauma Informed Care and the principles of TI •Learn about the ongoing impact of trauma •Discuss how trauma might contribute to the development of a variety of symptoms Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

•Learn what the inner child is •Explore how the inner child is developed •Identify the 3 presentations of the inner child •Discuss symptoms of a wounded inner child and the benefits to healing and integrating the inner child. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

•Use a Strengths-focused perspective to promote trauma resistance and resilience skills •Recognize that people are the experts on their own lives and have adapted to survive •Develop strategies to address secondary effects of trauma and promote self-care •Provide hope—recovery is possible Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

•Examine the ways long term exposure to excessive heat can cause or worsen mental health issues •Identify 20 tips to try and beat the heat Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Explore the prevalence of porn use, reasons people watch porn and the hidden power of porn Review the consequences of porn Identify 10 action steps to quit problematic porn use Learn about handling and preventing relapses Identify strategies for healing as a couple Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

•Define what is meant by intermittent fasting •Explore the impact of intermittent fasting on the body and brain •Review some of the diseases and conditions that are currently being addressed by IF •Identify contraindications to IF Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Identify the symptoms of anxiety •Explore other things to rule out (or in) •Summarize the typical interventions •List the 15 psychoeducational topics •Note: Links to videos for each of the interventions and psychoeducational topics are included in the video notes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

•Endogenous circadian rhythms are set for -24 hours and are tuned on a daily basis to exactly 24 hr through exposure to cues: Light, temperature and socialization. •Circadian rhythm disruption is strongly associated with increased rates of several types of cancer, elevated incidence of cardiovascular and metabolic disorders, as well as increased prevalence of behavioral and psychiatric disorders Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

• "Dissociative disorders are characterized by a disruption of and/or discontinuity in the normal integration of consciousness, memory, identity, emotion, perception, body representation, motor control, and behavior."-DSM 5 TR • "Dissociative disorders are frequently found in the aftermath of a wide variety of psychologically traumatic experiences in children, adolescents, and adults" - DSM 5 TR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Introduction to Disruptive Impulse control and Conduct Disorders in the DSM 5 TR 01:35 Oppositional Defiant Disorder 29:00 Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder 29:55 Conduct Disorder 40:50 Intermittent Explosive Disorder DSM5TR 43:37 Pyromania and Kleptomania DSM5TR 47:50 Risk factors for conduct and impulse control disorders 49:37 Differential Diagnosis of conduct and impulse control disorders 54:25 Suicidality in conduct and impulse control disorders 55:40 Treatment Strategies to address conduct and impulse control disorders Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

TIMESTAMPS 00:00 What is grief 05:50 Grief and Loss and Secondary Losses / Complicated Grief 12:15 Grief Bill of Rights 23:35 Supporting Someone Who is Grieving 26:45 10 Things NOT to Say to Someone who is grieving Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

TIMESTAMPS 00:00 What is Quality Sleep 05:47 Physical Health Impacts of Sleep Deprivation 12:50 Cognitive and Neurocognitive Impact of Sleep Deprivation 17:50 20 Strategies to Improve Sleep Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Introduction 00:35 ASAM definition of Addiction 04:00 Brain changes in addiction 11:30 Understanding how triggers are developed 14:35 What is stimulus generalization 27:00 Stages of Recovery 29:00 Withdrawal stage of recovery 35:15 The Honeymoon or Pink Cloud Stage of Recovery 38:50 The Wall 43:55 The readjustment phase of recovery Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Intro 00:55 Does the dopamine fast actually reduce dopamine 01:30 Overview of the Dopamine Fast 02:00 Functions of Dopamine 05:15 Dopamine in the body 11:21 Dopamine overload 14:00 Dangers of a dopamine fast 16:55 Dopamine Fast Alternative (Small lifestyle changes to reduce HPA-Axis overstimulation) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Intro 01:00 How triggers and cravings impact recovery 01:20 What are triggers 05:20 4 parts of a trigger 10:00 What are cravings? How are cravings related to triggers 11:25 How do I identify triggers 29:20 How do I address triggers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Objectives 00:35 What disorders are in the category obsessive compulsive and related disorders 02:00 How common is OCD Obsessive compulsive disorder 05:05 Diagnostic criteria for Obsessive Compulsive Disorder in the DSM 5 TR 10:16 Common content of obsessions and common compulsions 15:00 Hoarding Disorder 21:05 Development and course of OCD hoarding disorder 24:33 Trichotillomania and Excoriation (hair pulling and skin picking) Diagnostic criteria 27:37 Differential diagnosis of OCD 40:00 Suicidality and Risk of Suicide in Obsessive Compulsive and Related Disorders 44:50 Treatment options for obsessive compulsive disorder and related issues Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

•Discuss what the anti-inflammatory diet is •Explore the research behind it •Identify how the anti-inflammatory diet can improve mood, energy and pain •Explore 10 ways to make your diet less "inflammatory" TIMESTAMPS 00:00 What is the anti-inflammatory diet 04:45 What are the benefits of the anti-inflammatory diet 07:10 What is the science behind the anti-inflammatory diet 14:56 Tips to make your diet less inflammatory Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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•Explore how meditation triggers the vagus nerve and promotes relaxation •Highlight 10 benefits of meditation on health and happiness •Identify strategies to incorporate meditation into your daily life TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Introduction 00:46 Meditation to stimulate the Vagus Nerve 05:45 10 Benefits of meditation 12:40 Common Beneficial Aspects of Different Types of Meditation 22:40 10 Ways to Add Meditation into your life Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

•Identify common behaviors that cause overeating, poor nutrition or weight gain •Explore strategies to address those behaviors TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Intro 00:35 Mindless Eating Behaviors 19:45 Other Tips for improving nutrition Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

•Define hopelessness •Explore the connection between hopelessness and helplessness •Identify tips to take back your power and regain hope TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Intro 00:35 What is hopelessness 01:55 What causes helplessness 21:52 Tips for personal empowerment and developing inspiration Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Define the criteria for the diagnosis of Reactive Attachment Disorder and Disinhibited Social Engagement Disorder in the DSM 5 TR. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Intro 00:30 Reactive Attachment Disorder 12:30 Disinhibited Social Engagement Disorder 24:30 Differential diagnosis 33:33 Attachment Disorder Treatment Targets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Identify what people do to make your feel invisible, then connect with and stand up for your inner child. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

•Most people define feeling invisible as: My thoughts and feelings don't matter Nobody would notice if I disappeared People ignore parts of me Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

•What is Vitamin D •Prevalence of Deficiency •Benefits •Sources Peer Reviewed Articles referenced in this presentation can be found here: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=vitamin+d&filter=simsearch2.ffrft&filter=years.2012-2022 And specifically as it relates to psychiatric issues here: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=vitamin+d+psychiatric&filter=simsearch2.ffrft Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

•Facts for and against your belief •Additional factors •Context •Extreme language •Probability/ likelihood •Alternative explanations •Learn •Move forward TIMESTAMPS 00:00 FACE PALM Challenging Questions 07:25 Moving Forward 13:15 Paving the Way to letting go 20:55 Moving Forward Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dementia has defined risk factors. Identify and address mid-life physical risk factors. Physical and social inactivity / isolation Diet and / or Drug Misuse Sleep Apnea Gut Health Adverse Childhood Experiences Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pets often add Structure Socialization Like humans, there are triggers all around that remind you of your pet Sights, sounds, smells Rituals You may second guess yourself or feel guilt if you had to make an end-of-life decision or if the death was particularly premature The loss of a child's pet may trigger a sense of guilt and helplessness as the child grieves The loss of a pet may trigger memories of prior losses and open old wounds This was the only secure relationship I ever had. Death of your parent's pet The loss of a pet may trigger reflection on your own mortality TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Introduction 00:38 Human Pet Bond 07:35 Impact of Pet Loss 15:50 Grief and Disenfranchised Grief 30:00 Coping Strategies Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Introduction to schizophrenia spectrum disorders 04:00 Types of delusions 08:50 Hallucinations 10:30 Disorganized thinking 12:45 Abnormal motor behavior 15:10 Negative symptoms in schizophrenia 17:30 Schizophrenia, brief psychotic disorder schizophreniform 21:55 Delusional Disorder 22:40 Differential diagnosis 31:05 Associated features | treatment targets 39:45 Functional impairment | Treatment targets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Define security: CRAVES Know and use each other's love languages (T, QT, AS, G, WA) Don't project the past on the present Don't mind-read (ass-u-me) and communicate They should know what I want l know what they want Avoid jumping to conclusions without the facts Don't over personalize Develop self / inner validation Nurture your other significant relationships and roles Challenge distress intolerant thoughts I can't stand it if we break up View differences and challenges as opportunities TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Intro 04:56 Secure Attachments 08:59 Assuming 13:11 Why Developing Self-Esteem is Important 14:14 Nurture your other roles and relationships Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Affordability Insurance Sliding scale / private pay Accessibility Hours Location: Distance, parking Approach CBT Psychodynamic Person-centered / Humanistic EMDR Eclectic?? Specializations Transparency Therapeutic Alliance Culturally Sensitive and Trauma Informed Other Tips TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Intro 00:35 Where to find a therapist 04:57 What to look for in a good therapist 16:50 American Counseling Association #ACA Ethics 20:25 Why a good connection is important 24:15 How to talk with your therapist about what you think your diagnosis is and treatment planning Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A shared social-emotional connection between 2 people. Secure Insecure Characteristics Desire to be close Safe home base Separation distress TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Intro and What is attachment 02:32 Functions of secure attachment 05:02 Anxious insecure attachment styles 07:35 Anxious ambivalent attachment 09:35 Avoidant Attachment Dismissive Attachment 16:00 Consequences of insecure attachment 18:35 Creating secure attachment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Intro 00:34 Symptoms of Weak Boundaries 04:56 Symptoms of Rigid Boundaries 15:28 Physical Boundaries 28:15 Affective Boundaries 35:55 Cognitive Boundaries 44:20 Environmental Boundaries 53:08 Relationship / interpersonal boundaries 56:09 Other Tips for Maintaining Boundaries Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

TIMESTAMPS 00:00 How do I set and maintain personal boundaries intro 00:35 Symptoms of weak personal boundaries 04:55 Symptoms of rigid personal boundaries 15:28 Physical personal boundaries (I have the right to my personal space and to not be touched) 28:13 Affective or emotional boundaries (I have the right to my own feelings) 35:51 Cognitive […] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Introduction 04:35 Secure Attachment and Emotional Intelligence How consistency develops EI 07:10 Secure attachment. What responsiveness develops 10:05 How validation and encouragement develop emotional intelligence 13:15 Summary Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Introduction 02:15 Diagnostic Criteria for autism spectrum disorders according to the DSM-5-TR 19:19 Strengths of Autistic people 26:25 Prevalence of ASD 28:00 Development and course of Autism Spectrum Disorders per the DSM-5-TR 30:35 Risk factors for Autism 39:00 Gender differences sex differences in presentation and rate of diagnosis 40:58 Challenges from Social Impairments Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Review why vagal tone is important in releasing Trauma Explore strategies to help you gain more control over your autonomic nervous system Timestamps: 00:00 Releasing Trauma Trapped in Your Body 00:25 Objectives 00:38 Releasing Trauma 01:21 Basics 04:42 Strategies 10:00 Vagal Tone Improvement 1 20:21 Vagal Tone Improvement 2 32:04 Summary Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Define addiction / substance abuse Identify the general categories in the DSM 5 TR Explore diagnostic criteria for SUDs and addictions TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Introduction to Substance Use Disorders in the DSM 5 TR 08:00 Is drug abuse a mental disorder and DSM 5 TR diagnostic criteria 16:30: Gambling Disorder 25:46 Pornography Addiction 41:25 Long Term Effects of Drug Abuse 51:27 Suicidal thoughts and Drug Abuse Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices