Counselor Toolbox Podcast with DocSnipes

Summary ~ Thyroid hormones can be altered by physical or emotional stress ~ Thyroid hormones via the HPT axis are intertwined with the HPA-Axis –dysfunction in one produces dysfunction in the other ~ Many cognitive, affective and behavioral symptoms commonly seen in behavioral health settings may have some underpinnings in thyroid dysfunction ~ Mental health clinicians can educate patients about t...

*Podcast had to be done with a backup microphone, I apologize for the sound quality. Sponsored by BetterHelp. Clinicians, sign up with BetterHelp to increase your bookings and work from the comfort of your own home. https://hasofferstracking.betterhelp.com/aff_c?offer_id=20&aff_id=2373 Objectives ~ Define the impact of disabilities on the 7 categories of functional capacity ~ Explore unique challe...

Sponsored by BetterHelp. Clinicians, sign up with BetterHelp to increase your bookings and work from the comfort of your own home. https://hasofferstracking.betterhelp.com/aff_c?offer_id=20&aff_id=2373 Objectives ~ Learn what PAWS is ~ Explore why PAWS happens ~ Identify steps to take to reduce and cope with PAWS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sponsored by BetterHelp. Clinicians, sign up with BetterHelp to increase your bookings and work from the comfort of your own home. https://hasofferstracking.betterhelp.com/aff_c?offer_id=20&aff_id=2373 #oxytocin #hormones #cheapceus Objectives ~ Learn about the functions of oxytocin ~ Identify how oxytocin may impact mood, cognition, behavior (including addiction) and social functioning ~ Explore...

Summary - Acetylcholine is not often talked about but is a necessary excitatory neurotransmitter - Acetylcholine interacts with gonadal hormones, thyroid hormones and several neurotransmitters - Acetylcholine is important for energy, memory, attention, regulation of muscle contraction and much more. - Choline is necessary to make acetylcholine - Tyrosine is necessary to make acetylcholine - Too mu...

Video games, online gambling, online shopping and pornography all have the potential to become problematic Social media also has an addictive quality that can cause withdrawal and exacerbate mood disorders and/or addictions What Makes a Video Game Addictive High Score Beating the Game No Ending to the Game – i.e. Massive Multiplayer Online Role-Playing Games (MMORPGs) Role Playing Novelty/Discover...

Based in Part on Brief Therapy with Eating Disorders by Barbara McFarland, and the Overcoming Disordered Eating Protocol by the Centre for Clinical Intervention - Shifting paradigms to one of resourcefulness vs. sickness - Identifying key interviewing questions to develop a strengths-based alliance Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Objectives - Core Mindfulness - Walking the Middle Path - Distress Tolerance - Emotion Regulation - Interpersonal Effectiveness - Mindfulness Exercises - DBT Games and Activities Core Mindfulness - Three States of Mind - Reasonable: School Brain, scientist, robot - Emotional: What your heart says - Wise: The logical choice that makes you as happy as possible - Example: Animal rescue - Example: Ext...

Objectives - BREIFLY review the findings from the research identifying the connection between the brain and the gut - Differentiate gut health from proper nutrition - Identify signs and consequences of poor gut health - Explore the bidirectional relationship between the brain and the gut (second brain) - Identify promising alternative approaches to treating mood (and other) disorders. Overview - D...

Objectives - Explore the unique needs of loved ones and caregivers of people with cancer Diagnosis - 650,000+ people die of cancer EACH year - When someone is diagnosed, the patient and loved ones grieve - Even if the cancer is “cured” or goes into remission there may be lasting disabilities and/or losses - Loss of security (health anxiety in the patient and SOs) - Loss of function or changes in a...

Biopsychosocial Aspects of HPA-Axis Dysfunction Objectives - Define and explain the HPA-Axis - Identify the impact of trauma on the HPA Axis - Identify the impact of chronic stress/cumulative trauma on the HPA-Axis - Identify symptoms of HPA-Axis dysfunction - Identify interventions useful for this population Based on Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Summary - Additional modules will focus on topics including… - Accommodations for the clinician to prevent exasperation and burnout. - FASD in the criminal justice system - Case management and Unmet needs for caregivers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Summary -Mental health is a biopsychosocial issue -A healthy body, positive emotional experiences, effective thinking strategies, positive environments and healthy interpersonal relationships are essential -A weakness in any of these areas can contribute to extended distress and HPA-Axis dysregulation which can lead to mental health or addiction relapse. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit meg...

Summary ~ Neurotransmitters and hormones exist in a very delicate balance. ~ Changing one often results in a cascade of other changes ~ Mood and cognitive symptoms may be caused by problems with a variety of different neurotransmitters or hormones ~ Aging naturally reduces certain hormones and consequently neurotransmitters ~ Differential diagnoses requires exploring the possibility of a deficit i...

Summary - Helping your body to balance hormones and neurotransmitters requires - Good nutrition and good health behaviors(exercise, sleep, breathing) to reduce physical stress and inflammation - Addressing cognitive and emotional stress Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Summary ~ More than 60% of people have experienced ACEs ~ It is believed the rate of exposure to ACEs has increased significantly during COVID ~ Not everyone who experiences ACEs will develop traumatic injury ~ Injuries related to ACE trauma include: ~ Borderline and antisocial personality disorder ~ Mood disorders ~ PTSD ~ Addictions ~ Autoimmune issues including IBS, Chron’s, Diabetes ~ Heart di...

Mindfulness and Self Care to Prevent Burnout Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes, PhD, LPC-MHSP Counselor Toolbox Podcast CEUs available at: https://allceus.com/member/cart/index/product/id/1410/c/ Objectives – Identify signs and causes of burnout – Explore techniques for burnout prevention Signs of Burnout – Physical and emotional exhaustion – Insomnia – Impaired concentration or memory – Physical symptoms (he...

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Explore PACER strategies to help children develop tools to stay healthy and happy Motivation ~ 5 Dimensions ~ Physical: Energy, comfort, health ~ Affective: Happy ~ Cognitive: Why is it something you would want to do? ~ Environmental: Prompts/Triggers; star charts; token economies ~ Relational: How will it make [caregiver] happy ~ Other ~ Seek […] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone....

PACER Strategies for Mental Health ~ Relational ~ Social support to prevent distress and aid in coping and prevention of cognitive decline (which means supports need to be mentally and physically healthy too) ~ Significant others ~ Support groups ~ Spiritual leaders ~ Self esteem ~ Communication skills to ask for what is needed and maintain boundaries ~ Respite care for caregivers Learn more about...

Immunity and Mental Health Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Summary - HIV impacts the person Physically, Affectively, Cognitively, Environmentally and Relationally - Behavioral health professionals can aid in screening for comorbid/confounding conditions and making referrals as appropriate - Behavioral health professionals can - Enhance and maintain motivation for treatment compliance - Assist in processing powerful emotions related to the diagnosis and as...

Summary ~ Diabetes impacts people multidimensionally (PACER) ~ Counselors, social workers and case managers can assist through ~ Screening ~ Health education ~ Goal setting and planning ~ Motivational enhancement and maintenance ~ Addressing grief and anxiety issues associated with having a chronic illness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Summary - Employment provides a variety of benefits to the person in recovery - Self-Esteem - Structure - Financial independence - Social Support - A safe(er) place to practice new skills - ONet provides an online resource to identify career skills and abilities and jobs that fit the person - The first 6 months of employment often require significant support from a coach/sponsor/therapist - Mainta...