ken@counsellingtutor.com
Counselling Tutor podcast
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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Jun 27, 2026
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Episodes
333 - Dunning-Kruger Effect in Trauma-Informed Therapy 22.03.2025 1:11:27
In Episode 333 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly, take us through this week's three key topics: Firstly, in 'Ethical, Sustainable Practice' we look at understanding the Dunning-Kruger Effect in trauma-informed therapy and how it can impact professional competence. Then in ' Practice Matters' , Rory interviews an autistic therapist who has chosen to stay ano...
332 - Developing an Online Mindset 15.03.2025 1:14:30
In Episode 332 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly guide you through this week's three topics: Firstly, in 'Ethical, Sustainable Practice', we look at developing an online mindset to effectively work with clients online. Then, in 'Practice Matters', Rory speaks with Richard Miller, a counsellor, supervisor, and AI ethicist, about the ethical use of AI in ther...
331 – Ethical Dilemmas in Supervision 08.03.2025 1:04:21
In Episode 331 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly take us through this week's three topics: Firstly, in 'Ethical, Sustainable Practice', we explore ethical dilemmas in supervision and discuss strategies for resolving them effectively. Then, in 'Practice Matters', Rory speaks with Dorothy Hodgkinson about working with clients who have 'life-restricting' condi...
330 - Working with Clients Abroad 01.03.2025 1:06:28
In Episode 330 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly take us through this week's three topics: Firstly, in 'Ethical, Sustainable Practice', we explore the challenges and considerations of offering online therapy to clients abroad, particularly focusing on legal, ethical, and practical concerns. Then in 'Practice Matters', Rory speaks with Lohani Noor about the...
329 - Distinguishing PTSD and Complex PTSD 22.02.2025 1:10:06
In Episode 329 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly take us through this week's three topics: Firstly in 'Ethical, Sustainable Practice', Rory and Ken discuss distinguishing PTSD and Complex PTSD, exploring the evolution of trauma therapy and the importance of understanding physiological responses in trauma-informed practice. Then in 'Practice Matters', Rory s...
Special Edition: Expanding Therapeutic Approaches with NHS Policies 15.02.2025 27:27
In this Special Edition of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your host Rory Lees-Oakes speaks with Meg Moss from the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS) about how NHS policy design could support a wider range of therapeutic approaches.
328: Professional Letter Writing 08.02.2025 1:12:22
In Episode 328 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly take us through this week's three topics: Firstly, in 'Ethical, Sustainable Practice', we delve into professional letter writing by counsellors when communicating with other professionals. Then, in 'Practice Matters', Rory speaks with Claire Ratcliffe about relationship therapy using the developmental model,...
327 - 7-eyed Model of Supervision in Clinical Practice 01.02.2025 1:13:37
In Episode 327 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly take us through this week's three topics: Firstly, in 'Ethical, Sustainable Practice', we explore the 7-eyed model of supervision in clinical practice. Then, in 'Practice Matters', Rory speaks with Dr. Sonja Falck about facilitating personal development (PD) groups and their importance for both...
326 - Ambiguous Loss 25.01.2025 1:10:02
In Episode 326 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly take us through this week's three topics: First up in Ethical, Sustainable Practice: Understanding ambiguous loss, its complexities, and how it presents in therapy. Then in Practice Matters: Rory speaks with Nina Solomons about the innovative use of virtual reality in therapy. Lastly, in Student Services: Ror...
325 - Applying Attachment Theory 18.01.2025 1:20:45
In Episode 325 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly take us through this week's three topics: Firstly, in 'Ethical, Sustainable Practice', we look at applying Attachment Theory in therapy, and how understanding attachment styles helps in building a strong therapeutic relationship. Then in 'Practice Matters', Rory speaks with Bernie Wright and Lisa Smith about...
324 - Regulation of Counselling and Psychotherapy 11.01.2025 1:18:41
In Episode 324 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly take us through this week's three topics: Firstly, in 'Ethical, Sustainable Practice', we look at managing risk in online therapy and the considerations for safe practice. Then in 'Practice Matters', Rory speaks with Meg Moss about the regulation of counselling and psychotherapy. And lastly, in 'Student S...
323 - Engaging with Clinical Supervision 04.01.2025 1:06:07
In Episode 323 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly take us through this week's three topics: Firstly in 'Ethical, Sustainable Practice', we look at engaging with clinical supervision and how to get the most from it. Then in 'Practice Matters', Rory speaks with Susie Jamerson in the second part of a three-part series exploring regulation in counselling and psy...
322 - Theory of Mind 14.12.2024 1:18:31
In Episode 322 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly take us through this week's three topics: Firstly, in 'Ethical, Sustainable Practice', we discuss the theory of mind and its implications in neurodivergence. Then, in 'Practice Matters', Rory speaks with Dr. Anne Guy about the pros and cons of statutory regulation in counselling and psychotherapy. And las...
321 - Online Counselling for Neurodivergent Clients 07.12.2024 1:19:05
In Episode 321 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly guide us through this week's three topics: Firstly in 'Ethical, Sustainable Practice' we look at effective online counselling for neurodivergent clients. Then in 'Practice Matters', Rory interviews Phil Mitchell about part two of his lecture on counselling boys and men. And lastly in 'Student Services', R...
320 - Preparing the Therapeutic Environment 30.11.2024 1:19:15
In Episode 320 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly are back with this week's three topics: Firstly in 'Ethical, Sustainable Practice', Rory and Ken look at preparing the therapeutic environment for autism-friendly care. Then in 'Practice Matters' we have part 2 of last week's interview with Susie Jamieson about her journey navigating the complaints process. A...
319 - Double Empathy Problem 23.11.2024 1:09:52
In Episode 319 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly take us through this week's three topics: Firstly in 'Ethical, Sustainable Practice', we look at understanding the Double Empathy Problem in Neurodivergent Therapy. Then in 'Practice Matters', we have the first part of an interview where Rory speaks with Susie Jamieson about her journey navigating the complai...
318 - Autism and the Law 16.11.2024 1:04:37
In Episode 318 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly take us through this week's three topics: Firstly in 'Ethical, Sustainable Practice', we look at Autism and the Law Then in 'Practice Matters', Rory speaks with Caz Binstead about her book Relational Ethics in Psychotherapy and Counselling Private Practice: Solidarity, Compassion, Justice. And lastly in 'Stud...
317 - Strengths and Challenges in Autism 09.11.2024 1:20:44
In Episode 317 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly look at this week's three topics: Firstly in 'Ethical, Sustainable Practice', we look at the different strengths and challenges in autism that individuals may face. Then in 'Practice Matters', Rory speaks with Sharon McCormick about how an ethical EAP (Employment Assistant Program) operates and the benefits f...
316 - See the Individual, Not the Label 02.11.2024 1:18:04
In Episode 316 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly are back with this week's three topics: Firstly in 'Ethical, Sustainable Practice', continuing with our new focus on neurodivergence we'll look at how to see the individual, not the label. Then in 'Practice Matters', Rory speaks with Catherine Knibbs about how seemingly innocent online interactions can lead t...
315 - Neurodivergence and Autism 26.10.2024 1:14:03
In Episode 315 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly take us through this week's three topics: First up in 'Ethical, Sustainable Practice', Rory and Ken discuss Neurodivergence-Affirming Psychotherapy. Then in 'Practice Matters', Rory speaks with Ellie Finch about using digital tools in online therapy sessions. And lastly in 'Student Services', we look at devel...
314 - Perspectives and Definitions of Trauma 12.10.2024 1:00:19
In Episode 314 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly take us through this week's three topics: Firstly in 'Ethical, Sustainable Practice', we look at understanding the diverse perspectives and definitions of trauma. Then in 'Practice Matters', Rory speaks with Nadine Pittam about how our use of language can develop and strengthen the therapeutic relationship. A...
313 - What is Trauma-Informed Practice 05.10.2024 1:08:29
In Episode 313 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly take us through this week's three topics: Firstly in 'Ethical, Sustainable Practice', Rory and Ken ask what is trauma-informed practice? Then in 'Practice Matters', Rory speaks with Alex Gulland about her transition from student to qualified counsellor. And lastly in 'Student Services', we look at barriers in...
312 - Working Within Your Competence 28.09.2024 1:07:35
In Episode 312 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly take us through this week's three topics: Firstly in 'Ethical, Sustainable Practice', we look at working within your competence in counselling and psychotherapy. Then in 'Practice Matters', Rory speaks with Karen Moore about Critical Incident debriefing. And lastly in 'Student Services', Rory and Ken talk abo...
311 – Confidentiality Laws for Therapists 21.09.2024 1:13:51
In Episode 311 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly take us through this week's three topics: Firstly, in 'Ethical, Sustainable Practice', we look at creating your personal preparation plan for trauma-informed practice. Then in 'Practice Matters', Rory speaks with Sarah Henry about discussing racial identity respectfully. And lastly, in 'Student Services', Ror...
310 – Importance of PD Groups 14.09.2024 59:39
In Episode 310 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly take us through this week's three topics: Firstly in 'Ethical, Sustainable Practice', we look at relational depth. Then in 'Practice Matters', Rory speaks with Dr Sonja Falck about the importance of personal development (PD) groups to a qualified practitioner. And lastly in 'Student Services', Rory and Ken ta...
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