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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!
Episodes
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Feb 4, 2021 • 1h 2min
The Healing Our Core Issues Model: Treating Childhood and Developmental Trauma, Ep. 115
Jan Bergstrom, LMHC, provides a helpful breakdown of the Healing Our Core Issues Model, which is an integration model which uses the theoretical models of attachment, mindfulness, neuroscience, body-based methodologies and the core issues work informed by Pia Mellody. Interview with Elizabeth Irias, LMFT.
Jan 28, 2021 • 1h 1min
When it's Not Autism or ADHD... Sensory Processing Disorder As Common Ground, Ep. 114
Featuring Dr. Shiro Torquato, a child psychologist, this informative episode takes a closer look at Sensory Processing Disorder, from what it is, how to recognize it, and how to treat it. Interview with Elizabeth Irias, LMFT.
Jan 21, 2021 • 1h 2min
White Supremacist Violence: Understanding the Resurgence and Stopping the Spread , Ep. 113
Extremism expert Dr. Brian Van Brunt discusses the White Supremacist violence movement, and offers practical treatment approaches and insight about prevention techniques. Interview with Elizabeth Irias, LMFT.
Jan 14, 2021 • 1h 1min
Seeing Clearly: The Basics of Supporting Clients Experiencing Vision Loss, Ep. 112
Deb Marinos, CRC, offers helpful and easy-to-apply guidance for best supporting legally blind and visually-impaired clients, from how to create a welcoming, safe environment to supporting safe and affordable transportation to your office for sessions. Interview with Elizabeth Irias, LMFT.
Dec 10, 2020 • 1h 1min
The Violence of Advice: Helping Without Overpowering, Ep. 111
Stephen Andrew, LCSW, LADC, discusses the power differential in therapy, and sheds light on how therapists can approach therapeutic conversations in a more compassionate and Motivational Interviewing-based way in order to encourage therapeutic change. Interview with Elizabeth Irias, LMFT.
Dec 3, 2020 • 1h 2min
Narcissist: The Skilled Abuser, Part II: How Narcissistic Personalities Affect Family Dynamics, Ep. 110
Dr. Catherine Barrett breaks down the impact of narcissism on the family system and offers guidance about working with children and families affected by significant others with NPD traits. Presentation. See Episode #51 for Part I.
Nov 19, 2020 • 1h 2min
Will My Client Hurt Someone?: A Primer on Risk Assessment, Ep. 109
Risk assessment expert Robert Scholz, LMFT, discusses critical approaches for evaluating whether a client may become violent, including identification of red flags and discussion of a clinician's role in threat management. Particular attention is paid to child, adolescent, and young adult client risk management. WARNING: This episode contains discussion of acts of violence. Interview with Elizabeth Irias, LMFT.
Nov 12, 2020 • 1h 1min
Providing Inclusive, Respectful Care to Your Gender Questioning, Transgender, & Nonbinary Clients, Ep. 108
Trans awareness expert Dara Hoffman-Fox, LPC, dives into the ins-and-outs of important clinical considerations for providers who are wanting to support and best serve their trans and nonbinary clients. From the use of gender-neutral language to office signage, this course is a great primer. Interview with Elizabeth Irias, LMFT.
Oct 29, 2020 • 1h 1min
The Brain's Route of Survival: Complex Trauma and Personality Development, Ep.107
Shari Simmons, LCSW, gives a unique and eye-opening look at how traumatic experiences shape personality development and the creation of strategies to ensure survival despite challenging circumstances and experiences. Presentation.
Oct 14, 2020 • 1h 1min
When Client/Therapist Values Clash: The Diversity Training EVERY Clinician Needs Right Now, Ep. 106
Diversity expert Lambers Fisher, LMFT, offers a shame-free, centering approach to approaching values disagreements with clients. How do we maintain our values AND maintain rapport? This course covers it all. Interview with Elizabeth Irias, LMFT.
