

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.
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Feb 21, 2023 • 42min
Addressing Hopelessness and Developing Empowerment
•Define hopelessness•Explore the connection between hopelessness and helplessness•Identify tips to take back your power and regain hopeTIMESTAMPS00:00 Intro00:35 What is hopelessness01:55 What causes helplessness21:52 Tips for personal empowerment and developing inspiration Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Feb 16, 2023 • 53min
Attachment Disorders in DSM 5 TR
Define the criteria for the diagnosis of Reactive Attachment Disorder and Disinhibited Social Engagement Disorder in the DSM 5 TR.TIMESTAMPS00:00 Intro00:30 Reactive Attachment Disorder12:30 Disinhibited Social Engagement Disorder24:30 Differential diagnosis33:33 Attachment Disorder Treatment Targets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 14, 2023 • 23min
12 Tips to Stop Feeling Invisible
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

Feb 9, 2023 • 17min
Why do I feel Invisible?
•Most people define feeling invisible as:
My thoughts and feelings don't matter
Nobody would notice if I disappeared
People ignore parts of me
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Feb 7, 2023 • 24min
Surprising Benefits of Vitamin D and Consequences of Low Vitamin
•What is Vitamin D•Prevalence of Deficiency•Benefits•SourcesPeer 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

Feb 2, 2023 • 31min
Letting Go and Moving Forward CBT Techniques
•Facts for and against your belief•Additional factors•Context•Extreme language•Probability/ likelihood•Alternative explanations•Learn•Move forwardTIMESTAMPS 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

Jan 31, 2023 • 25min
Tips to Reduce Dementia
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
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Jan 26, 2023 • 54min
Coping with Pet Loss | What do do when your companion crosses the rainbow bridge
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

Jan 24, 2023 • 55min
Schizophrenia Spectrum Disorder Diagnosis with DSM5-TR Changes
Explore the criteria and prevalence of Schizophrenia Spectrum Disorders, types of delusions, hallucinations, disorganized thinking, abnormal motor behavior, negative symptoms, brief psychotic disorder, differential diagnosis, associated features, and treatment targets.

Jan 19, 2023 • 24min
10 Tips to Feel More Secure in Relationships
Learn how to feel secure in relationships with 10 essential tips, including understanding love languages, avoiding past projections, and effective communication. Explore the importance of consistency, nurturing other relationships, and challenging distressing thoughts for a healthier connection.