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Clearly Clinical
Affordable, relevant, and diverse Continuing Ed for mental health professionals… one year of unlimited CE courses for just one low price! Clearly Clinical is an approved provider with the APA, NBCC, ASWB, NAADAC, NYS, CAMFT, & CCAPP; we feature clinicians from historically-marginalized populations, and donate to the Trevor Project.
Our innovative CE presentations and interviews feature national experts and cover topics that help today’s passionate providers learn, grow, and shine.
Visit us at www.ClearlyClinical.com to become part of the movement!
Our innovative CE presentations and interviews feature national experts and cover topics that help today’s passionate providers learn, grow, and shine.
Visit us at www.ClearlyClinical.com to become part of the movement!
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May 5, 2022 • 1h 9min
Undoing the ‘Intake Model’: Improving the First Sessions in Psychotherapy. Ep. 150
Dr. Daryl Chow, Psychologist, takes us on a journey about the limitations of a question-driven first psychotherapy session, and describes research-backed strategies to improve client engagement in order to improve retention and outcomes. Interview with Elizabeth Irias, LMFT
Apr 14, 2022 • 1h 4min
A Candid Conversation About Documentation: Misery or Mastery? Ep. 149
Beth Rontal, LICSW, details some of the myths and mistakes relating to progress notes, and provides guidance about clinical documentation dos-and-don'ts in order to improve care. Interview with Elizabeth Irias, LMFT.
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Apr 7, 2022 • 1h 1min
Complexities of OCD and Creating Treatment That Works- ERP and Beyond, Ep. 148
Kimberley Quinlan, a private practice practitioner specializing in OCD and body-focused repetitive behaviors, joins to share her expertise. She delves into the complexities of OCD, clearing up common misconceptions and highlighting the importance of accurate diagnosis. Kimberley discusses the evolution of treatment, particularly the effectiveness of Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP). She also addresses the unique challenges of treating OCD in children versus adults, and the impact of pandemic-related stressors on OCD symptoms.
Mar 17, 2022 • 1h 1min
Talking About and Tackling Sexual Shame with ACT, Ep. 147
Erika Miley, LMHC, breaks down the appication of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy in the treatment of sex-related shame, including discussion about concepts like defusion and mindfulness. Interview with Elizabeth Irias, LMFT.
Mar 3, 2022 • 1h 1min
A Clinician’s Role in Immigration Evaluations: Explaining The Process and Why The Work Deeply Matters, Ep. 146
Georgia King, LCSW, explains how clinicians can support the legal process and help pave the way for safety and security for the lives of those immigrating to the United States through the provision of mental health assessments. Interview with Elizabeth Irias, LMFT.
Feb 3, 2022 • 1h 2min
Inviting Race Into Supervision: Vital Basics for the Clinical Development of Culturally-Responsive Supervisees, Ep. 145
Dr. Sonja Sutherland, LPC, discusses The Cross-Cultural Civility-Mindset Developmental Model (CCCMDM) and provides a comprehensive model for effectively approaching ethical and culturally-responsive supervision & clinical intervention. Interview with Elizabeth Irias, LMFT
Jan 20, 2022 • 1h 1min
When Our 'Life Rules' No Longer Apply: Clinical Competency In Religion & Self-Concept in the Face of Trauma, Ep. 144
Sara A. Showalter Van Tongeren, LMSW, joins us for a comprehensive discussion about the impact of trauma and existential threats on one's religious and spiritual belief systems and how clinicians can support healing. Interview with Elizabeth Irias, LMFT. NOTE: This episode discusses religious trauma and identity traumas, including the discussion of existential crises surrounding experiences like racism, sexism, queerphobia, purity culture, infertility, etc.
Nov 18, 2021 • 1h 1min
The Truths of Transracial Adoption: Evaluating Impact and Considerations for Care, Ep. 143
Jaclyn Skalnik, LCSW, provides a detailed discourse about how therapists can conceptualize identity development of those who are transracially-adopted and better support the needs of this population, including discussion about working with individuals or couples who are considering transracial adoption. Interview with Elizabeth Irias, LMFT
Nov 4, 2021 • 1h 7min
Train the Brain: Integrating Biofeedback and Neurofeedback Into Treatment, Ep. 142
Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge, LPCA, provides a comprehensive interview explaining biofeedback and neurofeedback how these evidence-based approaches can be integrated with traditional psychotherapy. Interview with Elizabeth Irias, LMFT.
Oct 28, 2021 • 1h 5min
Shame, Parenting, and Mindfulness: Improving Parental Awareness From Potty Training to Adulting, Ep. 141 (Not eligible for CE credit)
LJ Lumpkin, LMFT, provides a discussion about the influence of generational shame on parenting practices and the importance of mindful awareness. Interview with Elizabeth Irias, LMFT. NOT ELIGIBLE FOR CE CREDIT
