
Student Counselor
Welcome to the Student Counselor podcast, your study hall into the realities of grad students on the path to becoming future therapists!
This podcast is designed for counseling/therapy students, where I share my firsthand experiences navigating grad school. I discuss day-to-day coursework and explore other relatable topics in the counseling world! Join me in conversations with fellow students and licensed professionals as we explore the intricacies of the everyday life of a therapist. So whether you're just starting your program or nearing graduation, this podcast is for you!
Latest episodes

Feb 22, 2022 • 24min
Ep 10 - The Importance of Career Counseling
In this episode, I speak about the importance of career counseling and why counselors/therapists need to be familiar with career counseling skills, and why it is important to discuss career with our clients.
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Thank you!
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Feb 8, 2022 • 1h 7min
Ep 9 - Conversation with Victoria Rodriguez, LPC and PhD Student
In this episode, I speak with Victoria Rodriguez, an LPC in the state of Louisiana and a current PhD Student. We talked about community mental health, telehealth, burnout, money, and more!
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Thank you!
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Feb 1, 2022 • 26min
Ep 8 - My First Recorded Mock Clinical Interview
In this episode, I talk about my experience conducting my first recorded mock clinical interview. During this interview, I played the role of a therapist and conducted a therapy session that was recorded and will be watched by my professor. I talk about my overall experience doing this assignment and what was required.
Have you done a similar assignment at your school? If so, how was your experience?
Thank you!
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Jan 25, 2022 • 38min
Ep 7 - The RESPECTFUL Model of Counseling
In this episode, I speak about The RESPECTFUL Model of Counseling by D'Andrea & Daniels, which is a counseling model that addresses human diversity by analyzing different factors that influence an individual's psychological and personal well-being. Have you heard of this model of counseling before?
I hope you find this information useful!
Thank you!
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Jan 18, 2022 • 1h 15min
Ep 6 - Conversation with Desiree Barrionuevo, Registered Marriage & Family Therapist Intern and Doctoral Student
Ep 6 - Conversation with Desiree Barrionuevo, Registered Marriage & Family Therapist Intern and Doctoral Student
In this episode, I speak with Desiree Barrionuevo who is a Registered Marriage & Family Therapist Intern and Doctoral Student in the state of Florida. We discussed her journey becoming a therapist, grad school, the importance of going to therapy as students in the mental health field, and more! I hope you enjoy it!
Thank you!
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Jan 4, 2022 • 22min
Ep 5 - 2nd Semester
In this episode, I discuss the classes I’m taking this semester which are 1) Process & Techniques of Counseling, 2) Lifestyle & Career Development, 3) Legal & Ethical Issues in Counseling, and 4) Theory & Practice of Multicultural Counseling. I discuss my expectations for these classes, what I’m excited about, and what I’m concerned about. Have you taken these classes before? If so, please let me know how they were for you!
Thank you!
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Dec 28, 2021 • 26min
Ep 4 - What is the Right Path?
In this episode, we dwell on the question of "What is the Right Path?" and reflect on the year that is ending and the new one that is starting. I discuss the future of the show and my goal.
Happy 2022 everyone!
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Dec 21, 2021 • 30min
Ep 3 - The Future of Mental Health Professionals
In this episode, we discuss the future of mental health professionals such as mental health counselors, marriage and family therapists, social workers, and psychologists. We discuss the increase of mental health services and the increase of jobs in this field. We dig deeper into the salary range of mental health providers through my experience and how it compares to being in private practice.
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Dec 13, 2021 • 38min
Ep 2 - Self-Care as a Counseling Student
In this episode, I discuss the importance of self-care as counseling students and future clinicians. Also, I discuss my experience going back to therapy recently and the start of a long-lasting therapeutic process.
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Dec 9, 2021 • 42min
Ep 1 - Introduction & First Semester of Grad School
Hello everyone,
My name is Vitor de Souza and I am your host for the Student Counselor Podcast! I'm a Clinical Mental Health Counseling Student looking to connect with counselor and therapist students to talk about coursework and other day-to-day topics of the field.
In this episode, I'm discussing what made me get into counseling and talking about my first semester in grad school.
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Looking forward to connecting with you all!