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
309 – How to Recognise Vicarious Trauma 07.09.2024 1:02:14
In Episode 309 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 online trauma therapy. Then in 'Practice Matters', Rory speaks with Amy Peters about exploring neurodiversity creatively. And lastly in 'Student Services', Rory and Ken talk about how to recognise vicarious trauma...
308 – Grounding Techniques for Trauma 31.08.2024 58:41
In Episode 308 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 grounding techniques for trauma. Then in 'Practice Matters', Rory speaks with Dr Jessica J. Clapham about writing creatively in therapy and its benefits to well-being. And lastly in 'Student Services', Rory and Ke...
Special Edition: The Importance of Human Connection in Counselling Training 13.07.2024 47:11
In this Special Episode of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your host Rory Lees-Oakes speaks with Kelly Budd from the Counselling and Psychotherapy Central Awarding Body (CPCAB), and Meg Moss from the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS) about the integrity of counselling training.
307 – Neurodivergent-Affirming Therapy 29.06.2024 59:27
In Episode 307 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', we look at growing and evolving as a counselling practitioner across the arc of our practice. Then in 'Practice Matters', Rory speaks with Amy Peters about neurodivergent-affirming therapy practice. And lastly in 'Student Serv...
306 – Recognising Suicide Risk in Therapy Clients 22.06.2024 58:20
In Episode 306 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 recognising suicide risk in your therapy clients. Then in 'Practice Matters', Rory speaks with Lesley Simpson-Gray about unmasking neurodivergence and ethnicity using digital tools. And lastly in 'Student Services...
305 – Reasonable Adjustments in Counselling 15.06.2024 1:11:16
In Episode 305 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly take us through today's three topics: Firstly in 'Ethical, Sustainable Practice', we look at the Equality Act and reasonable adjustments in counselling. Then in 'Practice Matters', Rory speaks with Claire Ratcliffe about her observations of being a couples counsellor. And lastly in 'Student Services', Rory an...
304 - Autism-Informed Supervisor 08.06.2024 51:15
In Episode 304 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly are back for this week's three topics: Firstly in 'Ethical, Sustainable Practice', Rory and Ken go through what to look for in an autism-informed supervisor. Then in 'Practice Matters', Rory speaks with Cathy Sansom about the psychotherapeutic needs of mothers returning to work after maternity leave. And last...
303 – Safeguarding Clients in Online or Phone Therapy 01.06.2024 49:57
In Episode 303 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', we look at safeguarding clients in online or phone therapy. Then in 'Practice Matters' Rory speaks with Claire Goodwin-Fee about her role as CEO of Frontline19, an organisation that provides confidential psychological support...
302 – Shame in Supervision 18.05.2024 1:02:56
In Episode 302 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', we look at reducing shame within supervision. Then in 'Practice Matters', Rory speaks with Erene Hadjiioannou on pre-trial therapy. And lastly, we look at how to manage next level overwhelm in your counselling training.
301 – Skills-First Learning for Counsellors 11.05.2024 1:00:15
In Episode 301 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', we look at why skills-first learning is the future for your professional development as a counsellor. Then in 'Practice Matters', Rory speaks with Renee McDonald about her book Rising with Butterfly Courage: Flipping the Scrip...
300 – Trauma-Informed Interventions for Therapists 04.05.2024 1:08:10
In Episode 300 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', we look at practicing online therapy with clients that are not in your country of residence, or if you're in the United States, with clients not in your state. Then in 'Practice Matters', Ken speaks to our own Rory Lees-Oakes...
299 – Differences between Counselling Young People and Adults 27.04.2024 1:11:36
In Episode 299 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', we look at the differences between counselling children and young people vs. adults. Then in 'Practice Matters', Rory speaks with Sally-Anne Armitage about taking risks in therapy. And lastly in 'Student Services', Rory and Ke...
298 – Self-Care for Counsellors 20.04.2024 1:18:59
In Episode 298 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', we look at resilience and self-care for counsellors and therapists. Then in 'Practice Matters', Rory speaks with Sarah Henry about the significance of addressing racial identity. And lastly in 'Student Services', Rory and Ken...
297 – Scams Targeting Therapists 13.04.2024 1:06:57
In Episode 297 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 discuss navigating and protecting yourself from scams targeting therapists. Then in 'Practice Matters', Rory speaks with Alex Gulland about how, as a filmmaker, she uses counselling skills to make sure the people...
Special Edition: Blogging for Therapists 06.04.2024 34:41
In this special episode of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your host Rory Lees-Oakes speaks with Daragh McLoughlin from WebHealer about blogging for therapists.
296 – Counsellor Safety 23.03.2024 1:02:10
In Episode 296 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly are back with this week's three topics: First up in 'Ethical, Sustainable Practice', we look at counsellor safety and self-care strategies when navigating lone working. Then in 'Practice Matters', Rory speaks with Phil Mitchell about abuse by women towards men, delving into misandry and how it is viewed. And...
295 – Outdoor Therapy for Children 16.03.2024 1:23:33
In Episode 295 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', we look at crafting meaningful connections and enhancing that first contact with potential clients. Then in 'Practice Matters', Rory speaks with Kate Beckwith about how she uses the outdoors, animals, and art to provide childr...
294 – Linking Theory to Practice in Counselling 09.03.2024 1:05:16
In Episode 294 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly are back with this week's three topics: First up in 'Ethical, Sustainable Practice', we look at how to unlock new clients through blogging. Then in 'Practice Matters', Rory speaks to Ruth Hill about how she combines REBT with fitness coaching. And lastly in 'Student Services', Rory and Ken look at linking the...
293 – EAP Counselling 02.03.2024 1:17:45
In Episode 293 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly discuss this week's three topics: Firstly in 'Ethical, Sustainable Practice', we take a deep dive into Employment Assistant Programs or EAP counselling. Then in 'Practice Matters', Rory speaks with Kassim Harunani about why you might hire an accountant as a counsellor in private practice. And lastly in 'Stude...
292 – Working with Self-Harm in Therapy 24.02.2024 1:00:13
In Episode 292 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', we look at the ethical framework in supervision. Then in 'Practice Matters' Rory speaks with Kate Day about working with clients who self-harm in therapy. And lastly in 'Student Services', we look at the dos and don'ts of logg...
291 – Counselling Neurodivergent Young People 17.02.2024 59:39
In Episode 291 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', we look at supervision – when is it time to change your supervisor, or get a second one? Then in 'Practice Matters', Rory speaks with Sian Clare about working with and counselling neurodivergent young people and students in ed...
290 – Trauma-Informed Therapist 03.02.2024 1:09:36
In Episode 290 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', we look at 5 reasons to become a trauma-informed therapist. Then in 'Practice Matters', Rory speaks with Dorothy Hodgkinson about working with transgender people. And lastly in 'Student Services', Rory and Ken discuss some of...
289 – Why Become a Clinical Supervisor 27.01.2024 1:10:31
In Episode 289 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly discuss this week's three topics: Firstly in 'Ethical, Sustainable Practice', we look at 5 reasons why become a clinical supervisor. Then in 'Practice Matters', Rory speaks with Ellie Finch and Lesley Simpson-Gray about using digital tools in online practice. And lastly in 'Student Services', Rory and Ken com...
288 – How Counselling Training Affects Your Personal Relationships 20.01.2024 1:14:38
In Episode 288 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly discuss this week's three topics: First up in 'Ethical, Sustainable Practice', Rory and Ken discuss the 7 habits of an effective supervisor. Then in 'Practice Matters', Rory speaks with Lucy Mosha to get an insight into what it's like to seek counselling for a loved one. And lastly in 'Student Services', we l...
287 – Adoption Counselling 13.01.2024 57:53
In Episode 287 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly discuss this week's three topics: Firstly in 'Ethical, Sustainable Practice', we look at new legislation around adoption counselling. Then in 'Practice Matters', Rory speaks with Julie Naylor about exploring the accreditation process. And lastly, in 'Student Services', we discuss joining a professional body f...
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