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Counselling Tutor podcast

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The Counselling Tutor podcast serves student counsellors and psychotherapists in training. Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly examine the theory and practice of counselling and deliver academic content in an easy to understand and fun podcast. Students of Person Centred counselling, Transactional Analysis and behavioural models such as CBT will find something relevant to their studies on the Counselling Tutor Podcast.

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Episodes

035 – When a Client Judges You – Psychological Contact 24.02.2017 34:35

In episode 35 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly discuss how to deal with clients who show prejudice towards you. 'Theory with Rory' explains the 'hidden condition' of psychological contact. Last, the presenters talk about what to do when a client cries in the therapy room.

034 – Safeguarding Computer Data – Margaret Warner and Fragile Process 11.02.2017 33:25

In episode 34 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly talk about how to store digital backups of notes and documents securely. 'Theory with Rory' looks into Margaret Warner's work on fragile process. Finally, the presenters discuss practical issues and tips regarding client confidentiality.

033 – Counsellors in Schools – Postmodernism in Therapy 03.02.2017 35:04

In episode 33 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly talk about the growth of counselling in schools. 'Theory with Rory' decodes 'postmodernism' and discusses how this affects the world of counselling and psychotherapy. Finally, the presenters discuss the importance of having professional indemnity insurance.

032 – Recent Changes in Counselling – Thematic Apperception Test 27.01.2017 30:38

In episode 32 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly talk about recent changes in the world of counselling. 'Theory with Rory' then examines thematic apperception tests. Last, the presenters discuss the use of transitional objects.

031 – Dealing with Your Own Emotions – Karpman's Drama Triangle 20.01.2017 29:35

In episode 31 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly talk about how to deal with your own emotions when counselling clients. 'Theory with Rory' takes a look at Dr Stephen Karpman's Drama Triangle. Finally, the presenters offer tips on managing your time as a trainee counsellor.

030 – Levels of Qualification – Tuckman's Team Development Model 13.01.2017 27:40

In episode 30 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly explain the levels of counselling qualification in the UK. 'Theory with Rory' takes a look at Dr Bruce Tuckman's team development model. Last, the presenters examine the difference between the actualising tendency and self-actualising.

029 – Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder – Elisabeth Kübler-Ross 06.01.2017 33:31

In episode 29 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly discuss post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). 'Theory with Rory' takes a look at the life and work of Elisabeth Kübler-Ross. Finally, the presenters discuss the feelings of overwhelm often faced by students of counselling and psychotherapy.

028 – Online Counselling – Cognitive Dissonance Theory 09.12.2016 36:47

In episode 28 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly discuss online counselling. 'Theory with Rory' focuses on cognitive dissonance, and the presenters end by discussing onward referrals in counselling.

027 – Keeping a Journal – Bowlby and Attachment Theory 02.12.2016 31:46

In episode 27 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly discuss the benefits of keeping a journal and how to do so. 'Theory with Rory' looks at John Bowlby's work on attachment. Finally, the presenters discuss posture in counselling.

026 – Using Social Media as a Counsellor – The Oedipus Complex 26.11.2016 44:50

In episode 26 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly discuss your personal use of social media as a counsellor. 'Theory with Rory' examines the Oedipus complex, and the final episode of 'Person-Centred Business' looks at paid media (advertising). Last, the presenters discuss personal development (PD) groups.

025 – Introjected Values – Gerard Egan 16.11.2016 52:10

In episode 25 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly discuss introjected values. 'Theory with Rory' looks at Gerard Egan's model of counselling, and 'Person-Centred Business' suggests what pages and content you will need on your website. Finally, the presenters discuss gender in counselling.

024 – Choosing Your Modality – Irrational Thoughts 12.11.2016 41:10

In episode 24 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly discuss how to choose the modality you will practise. 'Theory with Rory' looks at irrational thoughts, and 'Person-Centred Business' explains how to build a website. Last, the presenters suggest how to deal with personal triggers as a counsellor.

023 - Lone Working – Stereotypes 04.11.2016 43:54

In episode 23 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly discuss lone working. 'Theory with Rory' looks at stereotyping, and 'Person-Centred Business' explains how to create a brochure about your services. Finally, the presenters describe how to get the referencing right in your assignments.

022 – Client Notes and Confidentiality – Actualising Tendency 21.10.2016 38:42

In episode 22 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly talk about client confidentiality and its many grey areas. 'Theory with Rory' looks at the actualising tendency, and 'Person-Centred Business' considers offering a free initial meeting in private practice. The presenters conclude the podcast by discussing the importance of research in practice.

021- Erotic/Eroticised Transference - Self-Care in Practice 15.10.2016 41:48

In episode 21 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly talk about what to do when a client asks us a question. 'Theory with Rory' looks at erotic and eroticised transference, while 'Person-Centred Business' explains how to create an 'elevator pitch' (concise statement of what you offer). Finally, the presenters discuss pacing and care for self in counselling placements.

020 – Gifts from Clients – Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs – Following Up Enquiries – Counselling Placements 08.10.2016 47:11

In episode 20 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly discuss the dilemma of gifts from clients. Rory then explains Maslow's hierarchy of needs, and Ken – in 'Person-Centred Business' – looks at what to do following a telephone or email enquiry from a client. Last, the presenters discuss counselling placements.

019 – Reading Academic Books – Theory of Empathy – Requesting and Taking Payment – Insurance 01.10.2016 40:19

In episode 19 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly talk about the Saturday Book Club, and how to read academic books. 'Theory with Rory' looks at empathy, while 'Person-Centred Business' covers how to request and take payment from clients in private practice. Finally, the presenters discuss the importance of insurance. Reading Academic Books In the Saturday Book Club o...

Petruska Clarkson 5 relationship model - Research methadology for counsellors 24.09.2016 50:42

In episode 18 – as the Counselling Tutor Podcast comes of age! – Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly discuss how to deal with a mismatch between theory and practice. 'Theory with Rory' looks at Petruska Clarkson's five-relationship model, while in 'Person-Centred Business', Ken provides a guide to stress-free business-planning. Last, the presenters explain the difference between quantitative and qualita...

017 - Defence Mechanisms - BACP Ethical Framework 18.09.2016 38:33

In episode 17 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast – the first in season 2 – Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly talk about returning to study after the summer break. 'Theory with Rory' looks at defence mechanisms, while Ken introduces a new segment, 'Person-Centred Business', with ideas on using your counselling skills to earn money. Finally, the presenters turn to the new Ethical Framework for the Counsel...

CTP016 – Self Care – Gestalt and How to Improve your Counselling Skills 11.06.2016 1:02:09

This episode of the Counselling Tutor podcast marks the season 1 finale as Rory and Ken are closing down for the UK academic break summer. Topics covered are selfceare for counsellors, Rory gives and overview of Gestalt therapy and Ken speaks about how you can sharpen the skills you have leaned in season one. We end with a debate about how as counsellors we grow during training and what affect thi...

CTP 015 - Counselling young people - Scripts Injunctions and Drivers - Appropriate Referrals in Counselling and Progression 29.05.2016 56:11

In this weeks episode of the Counselling Tutor Podcast Rory and ken cover the topic of counselling children and adolescents. Rory takes a look at the Transactional Analysis theory of Scripts, Drivers and Injunctions. Ken speaks about making appropriate referrals in counselling and we end with a debate on progression. Counselling young people is a specialism that requires additional training post...

CTP 014 - Assignments - 19 Propositions - Rapport Building Integrative Counselling 21.05.2016 48:48

In this weeks episode of the Counselling Tutor Podcast Rory and Ken bring a valued packed episode number 14. This time of year many counselling courses are requiring assignments to evidence where learners are in their study. We look at assignment referrals and what learning we can take from this. Rory continues on from last week in his exploration of the Nineteen Propositions. Ken speaks about the...

CTP 013 - 3rd person in the room - 19 Propositions - Metaphor and Simile and Counselling Philosophy 14.05.2016 44:13

n this weeks episode of the Counselling Tutor podcast Rory and Ken explore the effect of having interpreters or careers in the counselling relationship. Rory digs deep into Carl Rogers' 19 Propositions while Ken speaks about Metaphor and Simile in the therapeutic relationship. We end with a debate about your philosophy of counselling and how this affects your practice going forward. 3rd Person i...

CTP 012 - Self actualisation - Ethical Problem Solving - Seven Stages Of Process Part 2 and the difference between Counselling and Psychotherapy 30.04.2016 58:45

In the 1960's Abraham Maslow developed a theory called 'Self Actualisation. This was linked to his later theory we know as Maslow's Triangle or Maslow hierarchy of needs. Carl Rogers was influenced by Maslow's' theory and adopted self actualisation as a core principle in his Person Centered Approach to counselling. Ken and Rory debate the concept of self actualisation and they examine the differen...

011 - Note Taking - Transactional Analysis - 7 Stages of Process in Practice and Supervision 23.04.2016 55:12

Note Taking - Transactional Analysis - 7 Stages of Process in Practice and Supervision In this weeks episode of the Counselling Tutor Podcast Rory and Ken look at note taking for counsellors. Rory explores the ego states of Transactional Analysis. In Skills with Ken the seven stages of process are related to practice. Ken and Rory end the podcast speaking about how to best use supervision. Counsel...