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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ken@counsellingtutor.com

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Education

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Latest episode

Jun 27, 2026

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Episodes

221 – The Power Threat Meaning Framework 17.03.2022

In Episode 221 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly are back with three more topics: In 'Counselling Foundations', we'll talk about the dreaded task of writing a case study. Next in 'Focus on Self', the option of taking a break. And finally in 'Practice Matters', Rory speaks with Dr. Ian Newey about a book called The Power Threat Meaning Framework by Lucy John...

220 – Choosing a Clinical Supervisor 09.03.2022

In Episode 220 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly take us through this week's three topics: In 'Counselling Foundations' Rory and Ken look at equality and diversity. Then in 'Focus on Self', we'll be thinking about supervision and being sure you have the right clinical supervisor for you. Lastly in 'Practice Matters', Rory speaks with Amy Launder about couns...

219 – Common Factors in Counselling 02.03.2022

In Episode 219 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly go through this week's three topics: In 'Counselling Foundations' we'll be looking at note-taking. Then in 'Focus on Self', think about how to develop your network. And lastly in 'Practice Matters', Rory speaks with Professor Mick Cooper on common factors in counselling.

Special Edition – New Changes in the National Counselling Society 24.02.2022

In this week's special edition of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, Rory Lees-Oakes speaks with Jyles Robillard- Day of the National Counselling Society (NCS) about some new changes within the NCS that you can look forward to: A change in name – from the National Counselling Society (NCS) to the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS). The launching of a new website. And finally, a new...

218 - Counselling Clients with Addiction 16.02.2022

In Episode 218 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly discuss this week's three topics: In 'Counselling Foundations', we'll look at the importance of knowing why you want to work in the service of others. Then in 'Focus on Self', Rory and Ken discuss learning from our mistakes. And lastly in 'Practice Matters', Rory speaks with Marion Elkin-Greener about counselling client...

217 - Radical Empathy in Counselling 09.02.2022

In episode 217 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly are back discussing three more topics: In this week's 'Counselling Foundations', we'll look at radical empathy. Next in 'Focus on Self', Rory and Ken discuss how to plan your CPD. And lastly, Rory speaks with Dr. John Wilson on bereavement due to COVID-19.

216 - Insurance for Counsellors 01.02.2022

In Episode 216 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly discuss this week's three topics: In 'Counselling Foundations' we'll look at the skill of challenging. Then in 'Focus on Self', we move on to how to deal with friends and acquaintances once they discover your career. And finally in 'Practice Matters', Rory speaks with Jo Mountain about insurance for counsellors and psyc...

215 - Pre-Trial Therapy 26.01.2022

In Episode 215 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly return with this week's three topics: In 'Counselling Foundations', we talk about endings. Next in 'Focus on Self', we look at your career as a therapist. And lastly in 'Practice Matters', Rory speaks with Erene Hadjiioannou on pre-trial therapy.

214 - Social Media Considerations for Therapists 19.01.2022

In Episode 214 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, listen as Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly discuss this week's three topics: In this episode's 'Counselling Foundations', Rory and Ken look at the skill of appropriate questioning. Next in 'Focus on Self', we think about leaving client material behind. And lastly in 'Practice Matters', Rory speaks with James Taylor on social media considerations for th...

213 - Role-Playing Games in Therapy 12.01.2022

In Episode 213 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly discuss this week's three new topics: In 'Counselling Foundations', Rory and Ken explore the relational depth. Then in 'Focus on Self', we think about failure. And finally in this week's 'Practice Matters', Rory speaks with Daniel Hand on introducing role-playing games (RPGs) in therapy.

212 – Psychosexual Therapy 28.12.2021

In Episode 212 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly take us through this week's three topics: In this episode's 'Counselling Foundations', Rory and Ken discuss the skill of summarising. Next, in 'Focus on Self' we'll look at managing our personal relationships. And finally in 'Practice Matters', Rory speaks with Michelle Harrison-Lee on psychosexual therapy.

211 - Self-Disclosure and Immediacy in Counselling 14.12.2021

In Episode 211 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly return with three more topics: First in 'Counselling Foundations', Ken and Rory will go over self-disclosure and immediacy in counselling. Then in 'Focus on Self', we'll look at choosing your ethical body. And finally in this week's 'Practice Matters', Ken will speak with our very own Rory Lees-Oakes on his u...

210 – Erotic Transference in Therapy 08.12.2021

In Episode 210 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly discuss this week's three topics: In this episode's 'Counselling Foundations', we look at attending when a client first arrives. Next in 'Focus on Self', Rory and Ken discuss crying with your client. And lastly in 'Practice Matters', Rory speaks with Sally Openshaw on erotic transference in therapy.

209 - Working as a School Counsellor 30.11.2021

In Episode 209 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly discuss this week's three topics: In 'Counselling Foundations' this week, Rory and Ken look at the therapeutic relationship. Next in 'Focus on Self', we look at counselling through your own adversity. And finally, in 'Practice Matters', Rory speaks with Caroline Peacock about working as a school counsellor with children...

208 - Relational Depth and Trauma 24.11.2021

In Episode 208 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly discuss this week's three topics: Today's 'Counselling Foundations' will discuss the importance of rapport in counselling. Next in 'Focus on Self', we'll discuss managing your inner therapist. And finally in 'Practice Matters', Rory speaks with Kate Williams on relational depth and trauma.

207 - The Wounded Healer Counsellor 17.11.2021

In Episode 207 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly return with your favourite three sections: This week's 'Counselling Foundations' looks at the first counselling sessions - both your first session as a counsellor and the first session with each client. Then in 'Focus on Self', Rory and Ken discuss the wounded healer counsellor. And finally in this week's 'Practice Matt...

206 – Compassion Fatigue in Counselling 09.11.2021

In Episode 206 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly discuss three more topics to help you with your counselling journey. 'Counselling Foundations' returns with this week's topic, contracting in counselling and its importance. 'Focus on Self' is looking at clothing in counselling. And finally, 'Practice Matters' is back with Rory speaking to Martin Smith about compa...

205 - How to Become a Counsellor in the US 03.11.2021

Returning with Episode 205 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly discuss three more topics for you to listen in on: In this week's 'Counselling Foundations' we'll be focusing on the work of Sigmund Freud on id, ego and superego. Next in 'Focus on Self' we'll be exploring the purpose of personal therapy. And finally in 'Practice Matters' this week, Rory speaks with Robyn S...

Special Edition - New CPCAB Level 5 Qualification: Counselling Children and Young People 28.10.2021

In this week's Special Addition Podcast, Rory Lees-Oakes speaks with Heather Price of the Counselling and Psychotherapy Central Awarding Body (CPCAB) on the exciting introduction of a new level 5 qualification - Counselling Children and Young People (11-18).

204 - What is Ambiguous Loss 20.10.2021

In Episode 204 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly return with three new topics of discussion: In today's 'Counselling Foundations' we look at barriers in communication. Then in 'Focus on Self', Rory and Ken discuss applying theories to self. And finally in 'Practice Matters', Rory and Chloe Swinton discuss what is ambiguous loss.

203 - Counselling Clients with Sex Addiction 12.10.2021

In Episode 203 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly discuss this week's three segments: 'Counselling Foundations' – where we look at why ethics are important. 'Focus on Self' – where we look at knowing your attachment style. And finally in today's 'Practice Matters', Rory speaks with Karen Lawrence about sex addiction.

202 - Counselling LGBTQ Clients 06.10.2021

Back with Episode 202 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly discuss today's three topics: 'Counselling Foundations' – where today's focus lies in pacing yourself within your sessions. 'Focus on Self' – where Rory and Ken discuss the importance of journaling. And finally 'Practice Matters', where today Rory is speaking to Chloe Foster about inclusivity with the...

201 - Non-judgemental Attitude in Therapy 29.09.2021

In Episode 201 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly return to discuss today's three topics: 'Counselling Foundations' – where today Rory and Ken focus on developing a non-judgemental attitude in counselling. 'Focus on Self' – with how we set our boundaries as a therapist. And lastly in today's 'Practice Matters', Rory discusses talking respectfully about sexuality and ge...

200 - Working with Addictions in Therapy 21.09.2021

In Episode 200 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, Ken Kelly and Rory Lees-Oakes celebrate nearing 2 million podcast downloads before outlining today's three segments: 'Counselling Foundations' where in this episode Ken and Rory discuss becoming congruent. In today's 'Focus on Self,' we look at feelings of incompetence. And finally in today's 'Practice Matters', Rory speaks with Marion Elkin-Greener...

199 - Resilience in the Counselling Practice 14.09.2021

In Episode 199 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly return with your three favourite segments: 'Counselling Foundations' – where today's focus is enhancing your empathy. 'Focus on Self' – where Rory and Ken introduce how to gain the necessary resilience to cope with a client's personal struggles. And once again ending with 'Practice Matters', where today Rory is joined b...

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