Today's session is the second in our "Specialties Series." We interview Libbo Crosswhite and learn about her journey within the world of School Counseling. She shares with us what she’s doing in her school, as well as why others should pursue this field! 

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Today's session is the first in our new "Specialities Series." We interview Dr. Kenisha Gordon, Ph.D., LPC-S, RPT-S, NCC, and BCTMHT and discuss her experiences with Play Therapy. She brings wonderful insight and wisdom to our discussion, as well as some laughter along the way! 

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Today’s session is our celebratory 25th episode! We read and answer some questions from our listeners, as well as share a few things we wish we had known when we got into the mental health field. 

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Today’s session is the third in our series “Mental Health and the System-Education Ground Floor.” We discuss the interactions between those who work on the ground floor of education systems and those battling mental illness. We also address the steps being taken to improve the system for those in the midst of it.
Below are the articles used in this episode:

Help in the Classroom 

Stats on Mental Illness in Elementary Schools 

Steps to Take in the Classroom  

Combatting MH in Schools  

NAMI VA Efforts Moving Forward 

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Today’s session is the second in our series “Mental Health and the System- Healthcare, Ground Floor.” We discuss the interactions between those who work on the ground floor of healthcare systems and those battling mental illness. Join us as we evaluate the complex interactions and navigate to improvements!
Below are the articles used in this episode:

Study on Psychiatrists in America 

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners  

MH Tech Description 

Stories of Hospitalizations  

Steps to Improve Interactions 

How to Better Interactions with Healthcare

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Our series on Mental Health and the System is BACK. Today's session is "Mental Health and the System- Law Enforcement." We're discussing the synergy between law enforcement, first responders, and individuals battling mental illness. Plus, we cover some ways to move these fields into more positive interactions. Below are the articles referenced in the episode. 

Explaining CIT Programs
Relationship between "Mental Illness and Criminality"
NAMI- Dane County- Guide for Arrests
Study on CIT Program
Breakdown of Types of Law Enforcement
Info on Becoming a First Responder
Incarceration Differences
Study on MI and Forceful Interactions
Report on Young Man with ASD

We'd like to know your thoughts, experiences, and ultimately, suggestions to improve the field. Share with us at:

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Today's session is "Mental Health in the Media." We're discussing what counseling, both mental health professionals and clients look like in everything from television to apps! Join us as we break down what people see, hear, and read.

Below is the article used in the episode: 

Vice Article and Films 

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Today’s session is “Certifications for Counselors.” We review some certifications you can earn that will help you become a little more… professional. As always, below are the links for each certification we discuss. Remember this is our Season 2 Finale. Stay tuned for Season 3 starting September 8th. 

Registered Play Therapist

EMDR 

Gottman Certification

Telemental Health Certification 

Geriatric Certification

CSAT

Art Therapist

Sexuality Certification

Crisis Intervention Certification

Qualifying Certifications and Credentials

We’d love to hear from you about the certifications you’re pursuing! Share with us at:
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Today’s session is “Organizations for Counselors.” We discuss various organizations to join that will help you better yourself, your clients, and your field. Below are the links for each organization we cover.

List of Organizations

List of Organizations 2 

NBCC

ACA

AMHCA

CSI

School Counseling 

College Counselors

AACC 

NAADAC

AASECT

Play Therapy

Multicultural Counselors

NAB

NAMI

We’d love to hear from YOU about the organizations you’ve joined! Share with us at:

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Today’s session is “The Tarasoff Case and Mental Health Professionals." As promised, we’re looking deeper into the case of Tatiana Tarasoff and how the decisions made around this crime shape our training today. Below are the articles used in this discussion.

Breakdown of Events

Information on Duty to Warn

Long-term Effects of the Tarasoff Case 1 

Past DSM Breakdowns 

Long-term Effects of the Tarasoff Case 3

Long-term Effects of the Tarasoff Case 3 

Information from Poddar's Appeal 1 

Information from Poddar's Appeal 2 

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