Student Counselor

In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, join me in this special episode as I open up about my personal mental health journey. In this episode, I discuss the transformative experience of seeing an EMDR therapist, the challenges I face in removing the "therapist hat," and the ways in which I advocate for mental health. Please rate and subscribe to the Student Counselor Podcast on Spotify, Apple P...

In this episode, I talk about the classes I will take during Summer 2023. I review the course descriptions for the classes I will be taking this semester, which are the last two classes before I start Practicum and Internship! I feel like I left the best two lecture classes for last. What do you think? Please rate and subscribe to the Student Counselor Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcast, or your fa...

In this episode, I talk about the classes I took during my Spring 2023 semester. I also give you an insight into what made me decide to change my plans for when I will be starting my Practicum and Internship. As much as we plan our future, it can always change. And although life is constantly changing, it doesn't mean we shouldn't plan our lives. We have to plan our lives, and when alterations hap...

In this episode, I speak with Megan Mejia, a current Social Worker graduate student in the state of California. We talked about the social work field and how it compares to other master-level therapist degrees. Megan has rebranded her instagram page recently and is now focusing on a new mission to help people heal utilizing faith/spirituality and mental health. While this wasn't discussed on this...

In this episode, I speak with Juliana Londoño, a Latina, Bilingual, Licensed Associate Counselor in the state of New Jersey. When we recorded this episode in October 2022, Juliana worked full-time as an Executive Assistant and saw therapy clients part-time. She gives a great insight into what many therapists may encounter upon graduation and being more than just a therapist. She has since changed...

In this episode, I speak with Felicia Keller Boyle, the Bad Therapist! Felicia is a private practice coach, therapist, and supervisor. She helps therapists liberate from 'good therapist conditioning' by showing you how to succeed in private practice. Felicia also gives an insight into the possibilities for therapists outside the therapy room. Check her out on Instagram @the_bad_therapist Did you l...

In this episode, I speak with an associate professor from the University of the Cumberlands, Dr. Laura Schmuldt, who was my professor for the Group Counseling course, and Ph. D. student Elisa Pellegrino, who was the group facilitator for my Group Counseling course. We spoke all about Group Counseling and its benefits! This was a very special episode. Not only because I had the privilege to speak w...

Hello everyone! Happy 2023! After a much-needed break, I'm back after almost a three months break! Oh yeah, the Student Counselor podcast has also celebrated its first anniversary, and I'm so happy to be back! Lots have happened since, so let's catch up! In this episode, I give you an insight into my personal life and the last three months. I also review my classes this semester and read the cours...

Hello everyone! A lot has happened in the last 2 months, so here's an update on what has been going on and what to expect next for the Student Counselor Podcast. Oh yeah, I also talk about my Group Counseling class (which has become one of my favorite classes in the program) and my Addictions class (which was very eye-opening and got me to stop biting my nails). Hope you enjoy this episode! Thank...

In this episode, I speak with Brooke Leith, a current Clinical Mental Health Counselor graduate student. We talked about the most important things to consider when choosing a program, effective ways to stay organized in Grad School, our favorite classes, and more! Link to her Stay on Track in Grad School with Asana course on Udemy: https://bit.ly/3ADCrEJ - Did you like this episode? If so, please...

In this episode, I talk about my 3rd semester and the most important things I learned. I also review the courses I'm taking in my upcoming semester a read you the course descriptions. I'm actually only taking two classes the first bi-term this Fall semester, so I will be off from school for almost three months! Did you like this episode? If so, please rate it, subscribe to the show on your favorit...

In this episode, I talk about how my Diagnosis class got me feeling Imposter Syndrome. Imposter Syndrome is a thought pattern in which you doubt your own abilities. Although this is not an actual mental health disorder, it is a known term that describes someone who feels they are not capable as others think and fears they will be exposed. This class made me realize just how challenging it is to di...

In this episode, I speak with Beth Laskosky, a current Marriage and Family Therapy graduate student. We talked about the MFT program from a student perspective, such as the classes, assignments, and more! Beth runs an Instagram page filled with resourceful content students. She is also a tutor who provides writing/reviewing services and academic consulting. PS: We had some technical difficulties i...

In this episode, I speak with Kelley Stevens, LMFT in the state of California and Private Practice Coach. We talked about money, running your own private practice, and being successful in the field! Kelley Stevens teaches therapists how to build a cash-pay private practice. She offers tools and online courses that students and licensed professionals can use to open their private practice. Did you...

In this episode, I speak with Doretha Lewis, a current Clinical Mental Health Counselor graduate student. We talked about starting practicum, finding a paid site, classes, and more! When choosing a University, I wanted to reach out to current students and alumni to get their feedback on the program. Doretha was one of the current students I reached out to from the University of the Cumberlands tha...

In this episode, I speak with Megan Kelly, LMHC in Indiana and the Mental Status Podcast host. We talked about surviving graduate school and avoiding burnout as a counseling student. After being burnout herself, Meg started the Mental Status Podcast, a podcast made for burnt-out therapists looking to reignite their lives. She is also the face behind the Antiwork Therapist Instagram page that focus...

In this episode, I speak about the Advanced Clinical Assessment class I just finished, as it was one of my favorite classes in the program so far! We learned how to pick assessments, do a mental status examination, create a treatment plan, and more! I also discuss all my assignments, including the writing assignment I diagnosed Peter Parker, aka Spider-Man! It wasn't just the assignments that made...

Since it is Mental Health Awareness Month, it is only right for me to have an episode talking about mental health. In this episode, I talk about my mental health struggles, my view on mental health in general, and how we need to advocate for mental health… not just during mental health awareness month, but always! Did you like this episode? If so, please rate it and subscribe to the show on Spotif...

In this episode, I speak with Amanda Di-Lorenzo-Garcia, Ph. D. therapist and educator in the state of Florida. We talked about working in a crisis setting, being an educator, why you should pursue a Ph. D., and more! Did you like this episode? If so, please rate it and subscribe to the show on Spotify and Apple Podcast. Thank you! -- If this episode was helpful, there's more where this came from....

In this episode, I speak with Klaudia, a current Clinical Mental Health Counselor graduate student in the state of Florida. We talked about finding an internship site, her classes, residency, and more! Klaudia is the first current student on the show, and we had an amazing conversation about what we are currently experiencing as students! Did you like this episode? If so, please rate it and subscr...

In this episode, I talk about my 2nd semester and the most important thing I learned as a student. I also go over the courses I'm taking on my 3rd semester and read you the course descriptions. Did you like this episode? If so, please rate it and subscribe to the show on Spotify and Apple Podcast. Thank you! -- If this episode was helpful, there's more where this came from. Follow @procounselors o...

In this episode, I go over common Legal & Ethical Issues in Counseling based on the discussions and assignments I had to do for my class. Did you like this episode? If so, please rate it and subscribe to the show on Spotify and Apple Podcast. Thank you! -- If this episode was helpful, there's more where this came from. Follow @procounselors on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube, and visit pro-coun...

In this episode, I speak with Benjamin Taitz, a PsyD Candidate and Psychological Associate in the state of California. We talked about PhD vs PsyD and the differences between Counselors, Therapists, and Social Workers. We also talked about his podcasts and Geek Therapy. Did you like this episode? If so, please rate it and subscribe to the show on Spotify and Apple Podcast. Thank you! -- If this ep...

In this episode, I speak with Jessica Jefferson, M.A. & M.S. and LMFT in the state of Florida. We talked about being an intern, getting licensed, private practice, and more! Did you like this episode? If so, please rate it and subscribe to the show on Spotify and Apple Podcast. Thank you! -- If this episode was helpful, there's more where this came from. Follow @procounselors on Instagram, Tik...

In this episode, I speak with Sarah Roullier, a Clinical Mental Health Counselor Graduate. We talked about practicum/internship, basic skills, and more! Did you like this episode? If so, please rate it and subscribe to the show on Spotify and Apple Podcast. Thank you! -- If this episode was helpful, there's more where this came from. Follow @procounselors on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube, and vis...