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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Aug 17, 2023 • 6min
860 - Introduction to ADHD _ Addiction and Mental Health Recovery Counseling Activities
Chapters:00:00:02 - Introduction to ADHD and its symptoms00:02:58 - The Challenges of ADHD in the Workplace Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 15, 2023 • 10min
859 - Introduction to Physical Illness _ Addiction and Mental Health Recovery Activities
Chapters:00:00:02 - The Relationship Between Physical Illness and Mood/Addiction Issues00:02:54 - The Importance of Quality Sleep in the Recovery Process00:05:58 - Understanding Post-Acute Withdrawal Syndrome (PAWS)00:07:05 - Identifying Triggers for Addictive Behavior00:08:36 - Developing Healthy Coping Skills for Mental and Physical Health Issues00:09:03 - Coping with Symptoms and Recovery Goals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 12, 2023 • 20min
858 - 10 Tips to Keep from Slipping Back Into Codependency
Chapters:00:00:00 - Preventing Backsliding into Codependency00:02:40 - Accepting the Lack of Control00:03:06 - Setting and Maintaining Boundaries00:05:34 - Comforting your Inner Child and Developing Self-Esteem00:08:27 - The Importance of Support in Codependency Recovery00:11:21 - Creating a Healthy Relationship Dynamic00:12:43 - Practicing Mindful Compassionate Awareness00:14:11 - Finding a balance between support and enabling in relationships00:15:19 - Tracking and evaluating healthy and codependent behaviors00:16:03 - Setting and reviewing SMART goals for personal growth00:16:45 - Supporting the mission of the channel through donations and membership00:17:04 - Tips for Maintaining Mindful Awareness in Recovery Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 10, 2023 • 7min
857 - Introduction to Trauma, PTSD, cPTSD _ Addiction and Mental Health Recovery Counseling Activities
Chapters:00:00:02 - Defining trauma and its impact00:02:56 - Emotional Dysregulation: From Flat to Frantic00:04:03 - The Link Between Trauma and Mental Health Issues00:05:45 - Strategies for feeling safer and less hyper vigilant Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 8, 2023 • 8min
856 - Introduction to Anxiety _ Addiction and Mental Health Recovery Counseling Activities
Chapters:00:00:01 - Introduction to Anxiety Disorders00:02:48 - The Effects of Anxiety on Muscle Tension and Sleep Quality Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 5, 2023 • 10min
855 - Introduction to Depression _ Addiction and Mental Health Recovery Counseling Activities
Chapters:00:00:00 - Introduction to Depression and its Symptoms00:02:45 - Understanding the Causes of Difficulty Concentrating00:04:14 - Psychomotor Agitation00:04:28 - Thoughts of Suicide: Emergency Help00:05:09 - Exploring Alternative Ways to Deal with Symptoms00:05:35 - Triggers for Addictive Behaviors00:08:22 - Dealing with Symptoms Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 3, 2023 • 9min
854 - Introduction to Mania and Hypomania _ Addiction and Mental Health Recovery Counseling Activities
Chapters:00:00:00 - Introduction to Mania: Definition and Symptoms00:02:24 - Symptoms and Warning Signs of Mania/Hypomania00:05:23 - Dealing with Mania Triggers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 1, 2023 • 8min
853 - Introduction to Mood Disorders - Addiction and Mental Health Counseling Recovery Activities
Chapters:00:00:00 - Introduction to Mood Disorders00:03:38 - The Link Between Mood Disorders and Addictive Behaviors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 29, 2023 • 14min
852 - 8 Hidden Signs of CPTSD _ Trauma
Chapters:00:00:03 - Eight Hidden Signs of Complex PTSD00:05:07 - Signs of Complex PTSD00:09:54 - Indicators of Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 27, 2023 • 13min
851 - 5 Tips to Help Support Someone with a Trauma Bond
Chapters:00:00:01 - Five Tips to Help Someone with a Trauma Bond00:05:08 - Supporting Someone in a Trauma Bond Relationship00:10:08 - Processing Trauma and Supporting Victims of Abuse Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
