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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Apr 8, 2023 • 34min
805 - Circadian Rhythms - Libido Mental Health and Immunity
•Endogenous circadian rhythms are set for -24 hours and are tuned ona daily basis to exactly 24 hr through exposure to cues: Light,temperature and socialization.•Circadian rhythm disruption is strongly associated with increasedrates of several types of cancer, elevated incidence ofcardiovascular and metabolic disorders, as well as increasedprevalence of behavioral and psychiatric disorders Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 7, 2023 • 58min
804 - Dissociative Identity Disorder in the DSM 5 TR
• "Dissociative disorders are characterized by a disruption ofand/or discontinuity in the normal integration ofconsciousness, memory, identity, emotion, perception, bodyrepresentation, motor control, and behavior."-DSM 5 TR• "Dissociative disorders are frequently found in the aftermathof a wide variety of psychologically traumatic experiences in children, adolescents, and adults" - DSM 5 TR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 1, 2023 • 40min
Laws of Power Strategies for Positive Leadership and Creating Abundance
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Mar 30, 2023 • 40min
Tips for Coping with an Uncertain Future
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Mar 28, 2023 • 1h 3min
Oppositional Defiant Conduct and Intermittent Explosive Disorder
TIMESTAMPS00:00 Introduction to Disruptive Impulse control and Conduct Disorders in the DSM 5 TR01:35 Oppositional Defiant Disorder29:00 Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder29:55 Conduct Disorder40:50 Intermittent Explosive Disorder DSM5TR43:37 Pyromania and Kleptomania DSM5TR47:50 Risk factors for conduct and impulse control disorders49:37 Differential Diagnosis of conduct and impulse control disorders54:25 Suicidality in conduct and impulse control disorders55:40 Treatment Strategies to address conduct and impulse control disorders Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 25, 2023 • 37min
How to Help Someone Who is Grieving
Delving into the complexities of grief, the podcast examines various forms of loss triggering emotions, including disenfranchised grief. It explores the stages of grieving, emphasizing the non-linear nature of the process and the rights of those experiencing grief. Additionally, it highlights the importance of supporting individuals in their unique journey towards healing.
Mar 23, 2023 • 41min
The Science of Sleep Holistic Cognitive Behavioral Strategies
Discover what quality sleep truly means, including key metrics like sleep duration and latency. Uncover the physical and cognitive dangers of sleep deprivation, from fatigue to increased inflammation. Learn 20 holistic strategies to enhance your sleep, such as creating bedtime rituals and managing light exposure. Dive into relaxation techniques like journaling and guided imagery to calm your mind. Finally, get tips on optimizing your sleep environment for the best rest possible.
Mar 21, 2023 • 51min
The Addiction Process and Stages of Recovery
TIMESTAMPS00:00 Introduction00:35 ASAM definition of Addiction04:00 Brain changes in addiction11:30 Understanding how triggers are developed14:35 What is stimulus generalization27:00 Stages of Recovery29:00 Withdrawal stage of recovery35:15 The Honeymoon or Pink Cloud Stage of Recovery38:50 The Wall43:55 The readjustment phase of recovery Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 16, 2023 • 35min
The Dopamine Fast Alternative
TIMESTAMPS00:00 Intro00:55 Does the dopamine fast actually reduce dopamine01:30 Overview of the Dopamine Fast02:00 Functions of Dopamine05:15 Dopamine in the body11:21 Dopamine overload14:00 Dangers of a dopamine fast16:55 Dopamine Fast Alternative (Small lifestyle changes to reduce HPA-Axis overstimulation) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Mar 15, 2023 • 52min
What are Triggers and Cravings and How to Cope with Them
TIMESTAMPS00:00 Intro01:00 How triggers and cravings impact recovery01:20 What are triggers05:20 4 parts of a trigger10:00 What are cravings? How are cravings related to triggers11:25 How do I identify triggers29:20 How do I address triggers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
