This episode reflects on what type of mental health assessments Marriage and Family Therapists (MFTs) are trained and licensed to do. Whether you're thinking about implementing assessments in your practice or already do, this episode will help you feel more confident navigating assessment in your clinical work.

This episode covers...

• Common assessments in the categories of psychological, neuropsychological, and psycho-educational assessments
• Specific assessments that MFT's can legally and ethically administer, or not
• When an assessment may be indicated to support a client
• Screeners, questionnaires, and other surveys that may be clinically appropriate and....
• More!

Website:  https://www.vital-mind-therapy.com

Book: “Anxiety In My Body” https://www.amazon.com/Anxiety-My-Body-Jordan-Long/dp/B0DX18Y4GZ/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0

Instagram: @just_therapist_things

E-Guides: ⁠https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/just-therapist-things

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Today marks one year since starting my private practice Vital Mind Therapy!

I didn’t always know I wanted to be a business owner or have my own private practice. But looking back over the past year, there were subtle signs—values, interests, and moments of clarity—that pointed me in this direction.

This episode shares some of those reflections: the clues I overlooked at the time, and how they ultimately shaped my decision to build something of my own.

This first year of private practice has been challenging, energizing, humbling, and incredibly fulfilling—and I truly wouldn’t have it any other way.

If you're on a similar path (or a completely different one), I’d love to hear about it. Feel free to comment or DM me!

Website:  ⁠https://www.vital-mind-therapy.com⁠

Book: “Anxiety In My Body” ⁠https://www.amazon.com/Anxiety-My-Body-Jordan-Long/dp/B0DX18Y4GZ/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0⁠

Instagram: @just_therapist_things

E-Guides: ⁠⁠https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/just-therapist-things⁠

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The "summer slump." What it is, why it happens, and how to deal with it.

Website:  https://www.vital-mind-therapy.com

Book: “Anxiety In My Body” https://www.amazon.com/Anxiety-My-Body-Jordan-Long/dp/B0DX18Y4GZ/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0

Instagram: @just_therapist_things

E-Guides: ⁠https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/just-therapist-things

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This episode explores the little known therapy niche called Medical Family Therapy. MedFT aims to further close the gap between physical and mental health, and recognizes how medical challenges affect the entire family unit. This episode details the credentialing therapists need to be a MedFT, the origins of this specialization, why it is important, and more!

Book mentions:

“Between Two Kingdoms: A Memoir of a Life Interrupted” by Suleika Jaouad

“An Invisible Kingdom: Reimagining Chronic Illness” by Meghan O'Rourke

My information:

Website:  https://www.vital-mind-therapy.com

Book: “Anxiety In My Body” on Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and other retailers 

Instagram: @just_therapist_things

E-Guides: ⁠https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/just-therapist-things

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This is the sixth episode in my series of “Diagnosing” where I, a licensed marriage and family therapist, analyze and, if necessary, diagnose fictional characters from TV and movies. In this episode I analyze and diagnose Carmy from “The Bear.” Yes chef!

*Disclaimer: this podcast episode is just for entertainment, not meant to be used to diagnose and treat real people. Over-diagnosing is a big issue, so I am only analyzing and diagnosing based on how the character presents on television or in a movie, and if it warrants a diagnosis in my professional opinion. 

This episode is simply for information and entertainment purposes. This episode is not a substitute for therapy.

TRIGGER WARNING: In this episode I discuss sensitive topics such as suicide, abuse, harassment, and substance use.

My practice: https://www.vital-mind-therapy.com

Book: “Anxiety In My Body” https://www.amazon.com/Anxiety-My-Body-Jordan-Long/dp/B0DX18Y4GZ/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0

Instagram: @just_therapist_things

E-Guides: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/just-therapist-things

Sources from the episode:

https://the-bear.fandom.com/wiki/Carmen_Berzatto

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In this episode I welcome Ghadir Saad, AMFT and APCC. Together we explore life post-therapy graduate program including the transition out of the practicum experience, graduation, applying for your associate number, looking for a job, and more! 

Special shout out to where we met and the place we adore! http://www.cancersupportsgv.org 

*This episode is simply for information and entertainment purposes. This episode is not a substitute for therapy.My practice: https://www.vital-mind-therapy.com/Instagram: @just_therapist_things

Book: “Anxiety In My Body” https://www.amazon.com/Anxiety-My-Body-Jordan-Long/dp/B0DX18Y4GZ/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0E-Guides: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/just-therapist-things#spotifypodcast #spotifyforpodcasters #applepodcasts #amazonpodcasts #newepisode #therapypodcast #podcastersofinstagram #mentalhealth #foryoupage #podcastsofinstagram #podcastrecommendation #wellnesspodcast #mentalhealthpodcast #therapyworks #cancertherapy #anxietydisorderpodcast #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthcounseling #podcastshow #mindfulnessquotes #brainhealthpodcast #psychology #mentalhealthisimportant #psychooncology #growthquotes #dopeshitmytherapistsays #podcastsguests #counselingpodcast #selfawareness #keepitreal #counseling #newepisode #podcastinglife

This is the fifth episode in my series of “Diagnosing” where I, a licensed marriage and family therapist, analyze and, if necessary, diagnose fictional characters from TV and movies. In this episode I analyze and diagnose The Joker, in honor of the new movie coming out on October 4th. 

*Disclaimer: this podcast episode is just for entertainment, not meant to be used to diagnose and treat real people. Over-diagnosing is a big issue, so I am only analyzing and diagnosing based on how the character presents on television or in a movie, and if it warrants a diagnosis in my professional opinion. 

This episode is simply for information and entertainment purposes. This episode is not a substitute for therapy.

TRIGGER WARNING: In this episode I do discuss sensitive topics such as suicide, abuse, murder, and violence. 

Listen at your discretion.

My practice: https://www.vital-mind-therapy.com

Instagram: @just_therapist_things

E-Guides: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/just-therapist-things

Sources from the episode:

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8727382/#:~:text=In%20addition%2C%20we%20can%20assume,or%20injury%20affecting%20the%20brain.

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This episode details what support groups are, why they are meaningful, and specific examples of life changing moments that I have been witness to as a support group leader. In this episode, I use knowledge and experience from my four years at Cancer Support Community. All personal stories are altered to protect confidentiality. 

Cancer Support Community resource:

https://www.cancersupportcommunity.org

Nationwide support group resources: 

https://www.mhanational.org/find-support-groups

https://www.nami.org/support-education/support-groups/

https://adaa.org/find-help/support/support-groups

*This episode is simply for information and entertainment purposes. This episode is not a substitute for therapy.

My practice: https://www.vital-mind-therapy.com

Instagram: @just_therapist_things

E-Guides: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/just-therapist-things

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On this episode I welcome guest Maureen Codispodi who is a Licensed Counselor and founder of Help Clinic Canada which provides low-fee and accessible mental health support across Canada. Maureen and I discuss the necessity of inclusive mental health practices, and how therapists can cultivate cultural humility and competence into their practice. Find Maureen’s practice, clinic and recommended resources below!

Help Clinic Canada: https://helpclinic.ca

Resources:

Dr. Sandra Collins, Embracing Cultural Responsivity and Social Justice: Re-shaping Professional Identity in Counselling and Psychology

https://counsellingconcepts.ca/featured-e-book/

Dr. Robin DiAngelo 

White Fragility: Why It's So Hard for White People to Talk About Racism

https://www.amazon.ca/White-Fragility-People-About-Racism/dp/0807047414 

UN Women Intersectionality Resource:

https://www.unwomen.org/sites/default/files/2022-02/Intersectionality-resource-guide-and-toolkit-large-print-en.pdf

My practice: https://www.vital-mind-therapy.com

Instagram: @just_therapist_things

E-Guides: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/just-therapist-things

*This episode is simply for information and entertainment purposes. This episode is not a substitute for therapy.

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This is the fourth episode in my series of “Diagnosing” where I, a licensed marriage and family therapist, analyze and, if necessary, diagnose fictional characters from TV and movies. In this episode I analyze and explore an already established diagnosis for Miranda Bailey from Grey’s Anatomy.

*Disclaimer: this podcast episode is just for entertainment, not meant to be used to diagnose and treat real people. Over-diagnosing is a big issue, so I am only analyzing and diagnosing based on how the character presents on television or in a movie, and if it warrants a diagnosis in my professional opinion. 

This episode is simply for information and entertainment purposes. This episode is not a substitute for therapy.

My practice: https://www.vital-mind-therapy.com

Instagram: @just_therapist_things

E-Guides: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/just-therapist-things

Mentions from the episode:

*References: DSM

*Quotes from: https://integrativepsych.co/new-blog/greys-anatomy-mental-health

*OCD support: www.treatmyocd.com/therapysignup