Continuing Education for Mental Health Counselors: Therapy Show with Lisa Mustard

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Continuing Education for mental health counselors, licensed professional counselors, licensed marriage and family therapists, and social workers. Get a year of unlimited CE audio courses (aka Podcourses) at a single affordable price with The Therapy Show with Lisa Mustard, accredited by NBCC. Designed for flexibility and convenience, Podcourses enable therapists and counselors to engage in learning anytime and anywhere - no need to sit for hours watching recorded trainings. These audio-based courses, featuring insights from expert guests, cover a wide range of topics tailored for clinicians committed to personal and professional growth. Take a walk, hit the gym, make dinner, or listen on your commute - this is on-the-go education that fits your busy life! Whether you're earning CE credit or exploring the latest trends in mental health care, this podcast is your hub for growth, learning, and inspiration. Learn more: CE Podcourses: https://www.lisamustard.com/podcourses More Continuing Education Offerings: https://lisamustard.com/cecourses/ Mustard Consulting, LLC is an NBCC Approved Provider, ACEP No. 7061. therapy podcast, continuing education for therapists, mental health CEUs, traditional values, CE courses for counselors, podcourses for therapists, therapy education podcast, licensed professional counselor CEUs, marriage and family therapy CEUs, social work continuing education, accredited CE podcast, affordable CE courses, on-the-go therapist education, flexible mental health CEUs, listen and learn CE podcast, therapist growth and development, parenting and mental health, family dynamics therapy, Lisa Mustard podcast, The Therapy Show with Lisa Mustard, Mustard Consulting CEUs, therapy podcast for counselors.

  1. 10H AGO

    Family Estrangement in Therapy: 8 Things Clinicians Need to Understand with Karl Melvin. MA. MIACP | continuing education | family therapy | mental health

    🫐Sponsored by Berries: Use code TherapyShow50 for $50 off your first month - CLICK HERE for a free trial.🫐 Family estrangement is no longer a fringe issue. It's showing up more frequently in our therapy rooms, our culture, and even in mainstream media. But many clinicians were never formally trained to work with it. In this episode, I'm joined by therapist, researcher, and author Karl Melvin to explore the clinical complexity of family estrangement and why it requires more nuance than simply labeling it "no contact" or "toxic family." We talk about estrangement as a continuum, the central role of rejection, the layered psychological and relational impacts, generational gaps, stigma, and what therapists may unintentionally miss when supporting clients navigating cutoffs or reconciliation attempts. Karl shares insights from his research, his book, and years of clinical work, including how to think systemically, stay perspective-neutral, and manage your own family-of-origin bias as a therapist. This conversation is also a preview of Karl's continuing education training now available inside my learning platform: "8 Things Every Therapist Should Know About Family Estrangement." This 1.5-hour NBCC-approved course gives you a structured, practical framework to confidently assess, conceptualize, and support clients experiencing estrangement without oversimplifying or pathologizing the experience. If you're working with clients who are estranged from parents, adult children, siblings, or extended family or you want to feel more grounded when these cases arise, this episode will give you clarity. And the full training will give you the framework. You can access the course and earn 1.5 contact hours here. Learn more about his book, Navigating Family Estrangement, here. 👉Try Berries for free here 💸Plus get $50 off your first month with code: THERAPYSHOW50 🤖 Free CE ChatGPT Tool: CE Course Builder for Mental Health Clinicians If you're curious about teaching or continuing education but aren't ready to commit to creating a full course, this free tool is designed to help you explore ideas, clarify learning objectives, and think like an educator, without pressure or obligation. 👉Access the free CE Course Builder here. Need CE contact hours? Explore my NBCC-Approved Podcourses & CE Courses Get my Coping with Political Stress Workbook that's Canva Editable For Clinicians, Coaches & Educators Therapist Conversation Framework: Politics in Session A printable PDF with 97 questions to navigate political talk in therapy - without taking sides. Solution-Focused Therapy Guide 72 questions + prompts to help adult clients clarify goals and move forward using SFT. Check out all my Counselor Resources.  The Therapy Show with Lisa Mustard is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered a substitute for professional advice. Always consult with your own healthcare provider regarding any personal health or medical conditions.

    56 min
  2. You Might Also Like: On Purpose with Jay Shetty

    11H AGO · BONUS

    You Might Also Like: On Purpose with Jay Shetty

    Introducing Michael Pollan: The Hidden Cost Of Constant Distraction (Use THIS Practice To Reclaim Your Attention, Clarity, And Inner Freedom) from On Purpose with Jay Shetty. Follow the show: On Purpose with Jay Shetty The real hardship of our time isn’t only the challenges we face, it’s that we rarely slow down enough to fully experience and process them. Jay is joined by bestselling author and journalist Michael Pollan for a deeply thoughtful exploration of consciousness, attention, and what it truly means to be present. Known for reshaping how we think about food, nature, and the human mind, Michael shares why his work always begins with curiosity rather than certainty. Together, they unpack how perception shapes reality and why the most important questions in life aren’t meant to be solved quickly, but held with patience. Jay and Michael dive into how modern life pulls us away from awareness, leaving many of us distracted, overstimulated, and disconnected from ourselves. Drawing from research on meditation, neuroscience, and psychedelic therapy, Michael explains how rigid thought patterns, rumination, and ego-driven narratives can keep us stuck. They discuss how practices that quiet the mind don’t erase our identity, but soften it, creating space for clarity, creativity, and deeper connection with the world around us. In this invterview, you'll learn: How to Stop Living on Autopilot How to Train Your Attention in a Distracted World How to Use Curiosity Instead of Certainty How to Break Free from Mental Rumination How to Quiet the Ego Without Losing Yourself How to Interrupt Stuck Thought Patterns Awareness isn’t something you have to earn or master, it’s something you already possess. Small moments of attention, pausing before reacting, listening more deeply, and learning to sit with your thoughts, can quietly reshape how you experience life. Michael Pollan’s A World Appears is a sweeping exploration of consciousness, what it is, who has it, and what it reveals about the essence of being human. Get your copy here: https://michaelpollan.com/books/a-world-appears/ With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe here.  Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:32 Why Great Thinkers Start With Questions 02:32 Is There Such a Thing as a Bad Question? 05:53 What is Consciousness? 07:55 Why Consciousness Matters in Daily Life 12:54 What Happens When You Put Your Phone Down 14:05 Building a Daily Meditation Practice 16:05 When Consciousness Transcends the Self 19:47 Is Everything Conscious? 25:46 What’s the Difference between the Mind and Consciousness? 31:16 Meditation and Psychedelics: The Overlap 33:36 Using Psychedelics With Intention 35:30 Is the Brain Creating Reality? 41:09 Breaking OCD Thought Loops 44:24 The Real Risks of Psychedelics 49:04 Why Psychedelics Can Help Break Addiction 51:23 How Altered States Change Our Fear of Death 53:54 Do Near-Death Experiences Change Science? 57:21 Redefining Consciousness in the AI Age 01:02:41 What Our Need for Constant Validation Says About Society  01:05:06 What Makes Humans Different From Machines 01:10:38 Why Asking Better Questions Matters 01:12:17 Michael on Final Five Episode Resources: Website | https://www.jeffersonfisher.com/   Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/jefferson_fisher/  YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXjnpu6lK0HoUyOMh2ZBwhQ  TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@justaskjefferson   Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/justaskjefferson/   X | https://x.com/jefferson_fishr  LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffersonfisher/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. DISCLAIMER: Please note, this is an independent podcast episode not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced in conjunction with the host podcast feed or any of its media entities. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of the creators and guests. For any concerns, please reach out to team@podroll.fm.

  3. FEB 11

    How Therapists Can Find Time to Create Continuing Education (Without Burning Out) with Lisa Mustard | private practice | therapist | continuing education

    If you listened to my last episode about creating income by teaching without becoming an influencer and thought, "That sounds great… but when would I actually find the time?",this episode is for you. In this conversation, I talk honestly about time management for therapists who want to create continuing education, without hustle culture, productivity pressure, or burnout. I break down why "I don't have time" makes complete sense for clinicians, and why the real issue usually isn't time at all, it's structure, energy, and permission. I explore the difference between clinical energy and creative energy, why waiting for long blocks of free time keeps therapists stuck, and how continuing education can be built in small, realistic containers that actually fit therapist life. I also share why most therapists already have far more teachable material than they realize and why starting smaller than you think is often the key to getting unstuck. This episode is especially for therapists who feel curious about teaching or creating CE, but overwhelmed by where it would fit, or whether they're "ready" to begin. Special Promotion: Berries + Free CE Podcourse Bundle (New Annual Customers) At the beginning of this episode, I shared a limited-time promotion in partnership with Berries. New customers who purchase the Berries annual subscription plan using my referral link will receive free access to my CE Podcourse Bundle, which includes over 30 hours of NBCC-approved continuing education contact hours, with new podcourses added throughout the year. A Podcourse is a podcast and an audio course in one - designed for busy clinicians. You can listen on a walk, between sessions, or whenever it fits into your schedule. When you're ready, you log in, complete a short self-study quiz, and download your certificate of completion. 🧾 How to Receive the CE Podcourse Bundle Purchase the Berries annual subscription plan using my referral link. Use code THERAPYSHOW50 to save $50 on the annual subscription plan. Email support at lisamustard.com with: Subject line: Berries CE Bundle The email address you used to sign up for the Berries annual plan Access to the CE Podcourse Bundle will be provided within 24–48 hours. ⚠️ This offer is available only to new Berries annual subscription customers. 📌 Continuing Education Details The CE Podcourse Bundle is offered through Mustard Consulting LLC, an NBCC Approved Continuing Education Provider. Clinicians are responsible for confirming that NBCC CE contact hours are accepted by their state licensing board. Important: If you discontinue your Berries annual subscription, you will lose access to the CE Podcourse Bundle. 🔗 Full details are available here. 👉Access the free CE Course Builder here. Need CE contact hours? Explore my NBCC-Approved Podcourses & CE Courses Get my Coping with Political Stress Workbook that's Canva Editable For Clinicians, Coaches & Educators Therapist Conversation Framework: Politics in Session A printable PDF with 97 questions to navigate political talk in therapy - without taking sides. Solution-Focused Therapy Guide 72 questions + prompts to help adult clients clarify goals and move forward using SFT. Check out all my Counselor Resources.  I'm often asked which email service I use. I've been using AWeber for years because it's simple and dependable. If you're stuck comparing platforms, AWeber's Done For You option can help you get started without overthinking the setup. Learn more. The Therapy Show with Lisa Mustard is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered a substitute for professional advice. Always consult with your own healthcare provider regarding any personal health or medical conditions.

    10 min

  4. FEB 4

    Why Therapists Don't Need to Be Influencers to Make More Money with Lisa Mustard | private practice | therapist | continuing education

    Many therapists feel a pull to create income outside of the one-to-one therapy model, but feel conflicted about influencer culture, constant posting, or anything that feels misaligned with their professional values. In this episode, I explore how therapists can diversify their income by teaching, without becoming influencers or leaving the field. I break down why teaching is a natural extension of clinical work, how continuing education fits ethically within scope, and why so many therapists already have teachable expertise without realizing it. I discuss practical, realistic options for therapists, including continuing education, consultation, digital educational products, and podcast-based learning, and reframe income diversification as an issue of sustainability, not commitment. This episode is especially relevant for seasoned clinicians who want longevity in the profession without hype or hustle culture. Special Promotion: Berries + Free CE Podcourse Bundle (New Annual Customers) At the beginning of this episode, I shared a limited-time promotion in partnership with Berries. New customers who purchase the Berries annual subscription plan using my referral link will receive free access to my CE Podcourse Bundle, which includes over 30 hours of NBCC-approved continuing education contact hours, with new podcourses added throughout the year. A Podcourse is a podcast and an audio course in one - designed for busy clinicians. You can listen on a walk, between sessions, or whenever it fits into your schedule. When you're ready, you log in, complete a short self-study quiz, and download your certificate of completion. 🧾 How to Receive the CE Podcourse Bundle Purchase the Berries annual subscription plan using my referral link. Use code THERAPYSHOW50 to save $50 on the annual subscription plan. Email support@lisamustard.com with: Subject line: Berries CE Bundle The email address you used to sign up for the Berries annual plan Access to the CE Podcourse Bundle will be provided within 24–48 hours. ⚠️ This offer is available only to new Berries annual subscription customers. 📌 Continuing Education Details The CE Podcourse Bundle is offered through Mustard Consulting LLC, an NBCC Approved Continuing Education Provider. Clinicians are responsible for confirming that NBCC CE contact hours are accepted by their state licensing board. Important: If you discontinue your Berries annual subscription, you will lose access to the CE Podcourse Bundle. 🔗 Full details are available here. 👉Access the free CE Course Builder here. Need CE contact hours? Explore my NBCC-Approved Podcourses & CE Courses Get my Coping with Political Stress Workbook that's Canva Editable For Clinicians, Coaches & Educators Therapist Conversation Framework: Politics in Session A printable PDF with 97 questions to navigate political talk in therapy - without taking sides. Solution-Focused Therapy Guide 72 questions + prompts to help adult clients clarify goals and move forward using SFT. Check out all my Counselor Resources.  I'm often asked which email service I use. I've been using AWeber for years because it's simple and dependable. If you're stuck comparing platforms, AWeber's Done For You option can help you get started without overthinking the setup. Learn more. The Therapy Show with Lisa Mustard is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered a substitute for professional advice. Always consult with your own healthcare provider regarding any personal health or medical conditions.

    11 min

  5. JAN 28

    Treating Teen Anxiety: Clinical Strategies for Therapists with Ann Mac Prevost, LPC | Private Practice | Professional Development | Family Systems

    In this episode of The Therapy Show, I chat with Ann Mac Prevost, a licensed professional counselor who specializes in teen anxiety. Ann Mac dives into how anxiety shows up in today's teens, why it's more prevalent than ever, and how parents and therapists can help teens manage it effectively. We also explore the role of family systems, the impact of social media, and practical tools that support emotional growth in adolescents. In this episode, we cover: The most common anxiety presentations in teens today Why COVID and smartphones have intensified anxiety in adolescents How to know when anxiety crosses from "normal" to "problematic" Tips for therapists working with teens and their families The importance of involving parents in the therapeutic process Helpful frameworks for validating emotions while promoting behavior change Practical CBT and exposure strategies that teens can actually use Whether you're a therapist, parent, or just curious about teen mental health, this conversation is packed with relatable insights and tools you can use right away.  Connect with Ann Mac. Links mentioned: 📝 Berries – Therapy Documentation & Clinical Workflow Support Berries recently launched a new Treatment Plan experience that creates a true "golden thread" between treatment plans and session notes, keeping documentation aligned with real clinical work. They've also added a Patient Letter feature that allows you to generate summaries, instructions, and letters directly from your session notes in just a few clicks. 👉Try Berries for free here 💸Plus get $50 off your first month with code: THERAPYSHOW50 🤖 Free CE ChatGPT Tool: CE Course Builder for Mental Health Clinicians If you're curious about teaching or continuing education but aren't ready to commit to creating a full course, this free tool is designed to help you explore ideas, clarify learning objectives, and think like an educator, without pressure or obligation. 👉Access the free CE Course Builder here. Need CE contact hours? Explore my NBCC-Approved Podcourses & CE Courses Get my Coping with Political Stress Workbook that's Canva Editable For Clinicians, Coaches & Educators Therapist Conversation Framework: Politics in Session A printable PDF with 97 questions to navigate political talk in therapy - without taking sides. Solution-Focused Therapy Guide 72 questions + prompts to help adult clients clarify goals and move forward using SFT. Check out all my Counselor Resources.  I'm often asked which email service I use. I've been using AWeber for years because it's simple and dependable. If you're stuck comparing platforms, AWeber's Done For You option can help you get started without overthinking the setup. Learn more. The Therapy Show with Lisa Mustard is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered a substitute for professional advice. Always consult with your own healthcare provider regarding any personal health or medical conditions.

    28 min

  6. JAN 21

    How Therapists Become Educators (Without Leaving Clinical Work) with Lisa Mustard | continuing education | Podcourses | private practice

    At some point in your career as a therapist, the work begins to shift. You may feel a quiet pull to share what you've learned beyond the therapy room but feel unsure what that means or whether you're "qualified" to teach. In this episode, I explore the transition from clinician to educator and why this identity shift can feel both exciting and uncomfortable. I talk about common myths therapists hold about teaching, ethical considerations, visibility, and how stepping into an educator role doesn't require a new certification or a major career change. If you're a mid-career or seasoned clinician curious about teaching, mentoring, or continuing education, this episode is an invitation to notice the pull and explore it with clarity and confidence. Links mentioned: 📝 Berries – Therapy Documentation & Clinical Workflow Support Berries recently launched a new Treatment Plan experience that creates a true "golden thread" between treatment plans and session notes, keeping documentation aligned with real clinical work. They've also added a Patient Letter feature that allows you to generate summaries, instructions, and letters directly from your session notes in just a few clicks. 👉Try Berries for free here 💸Plus get $50 off your first month with code: THERAPYSHOW50 🤖 Free CE ChatGPT Tool: CE Course Builder for Mental Health Clinicians If you're curious about teaching or continuing education but aren't ready to commit to creating a full course, this free tool is designed to help you explore ideas, clarify learning objectives, and think like an educator, without pressure or obligation. 👉Access the free CE Course Builder here. Need CE contact hours? Explore my NBCC-Approved Podcourses & CE Courses Get my Coping with Political Stress Workbook that's Canva Editable For Clinicians, Coaches & Educators Therapist Conversation Framework: Politics in Session A printable PDF with 97 questions to navigate political talk in therapy - without taking sides. Solution-Focused Therapy Guide 72 questions + prompts to help adult clients clarify goals and move forward using SFT. Check out all my Counselor Resources.  I'm often asked which email service I use. I've been using AWeber for years because it's simple and dependable. If you're stuck comparing platforms, AWeber's Done For You option can help you get started without overthinking the setup. Learn more. The Therapy Show with Lisa Mustard is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered a substitute for professional advice. Always consult with your own healthcare provider regarding any personal health or medical conditions.

    11 min

  7. JAN 14

    How to Support Families Affected by Addiction Without Shame or Blame with S. Jeff Jones | Treatment | Family Therapy | Private Practice

    🫐Sponsored by Berries: Use code TherapyShow50 for $50 off your first month - CLICK HERE for a free trial.🫐 In this episode I sit down with S. Jeff Jones, a therapist, interventionist, coach and author of Rethinking Addiction: The New Family Recovery Solution. Jeff shares how his personal experiences and professional journey led him to develop a new, empowering model for working with families affected by addiction. We dive into why the traditional addiction framework often falls short—especially when it comes to supporting families—and how shame-based language can actually prevent healing. Jeff explains the difference between enabling addiction and "enabling health," and introduces a practical three-phase coaching model that helps families move from chaos to clarity. We also explore how therapists can better recognize when addiction is part of the picture (even if it's not the presenting problem), and Jeff offers powerful tools for helping clients separate the essence of their loved one from the addiction itself. Whether you're a therapist working with individuals or families—or someone supporting a loved one in recovery—this conversation is full of valuable insights, mindset shifts, and hope. Links mentioned: Get Jeff's guide to save your family from addiction in the next 90 days for free. Preorder Jeff's book. What's New with Berries: Berries now lets you generate a complete, personalized treatment plan in seconds - built from your diagnoses, session notes, and clinical preferences, using customizable templates that match your voice and style. Its powerful "golden thread" ensures your treatment plan and notes stay clinically aligned, continuously informing each other as care evolves. With the new Magic Update feature, your plan updates effortlessly without the need to rewrite from scratch. The result? A streamlined workflow where every session builds on the last, and documentation becomes part of your clinical process - not just another admin task.  Browse all my NBCC approved Podcourses - just $5 each. Get one CE contact hour. Build your first CE course (free) The Therapy Show with Lisa Mustard is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered a substitute for professional advice. Always consult with your own healthcare provider regarding any personal health or medical conditions.

    51 min

  8. JAN 7

    Therapy Without Bias: Serving Politically Underserved Clients with Dr. Andrew Hartz | Private Practice | Political Stress

    In this episode I had a powerful conversation with Dr. Andrew Hartz, a clinical psychologist and founder of the Open Therapy Institute. We explored how politics, values, and therapy are increasingly showing up together in the therapy room and why that matters for both clients and clinicians. What's New with Berries: Berries now lets you generate a complete, personalized treatment plan in seconds - built from your diagnoses, session notes, and clinical preferences, using customizable templates that match your voice and style. Its powerful "golden thread" ensures your treatment plan and notes stay clinically aligned, continuously informing each other as care evolves. With the new Magic Update feature, your plan updates effortlessly without the need to rewrite from scratch. The result? A streamlined workflow where every session builds on the last, and documentation becomes part of your clinical process - not just another admin task.  Use code TherapyShow50 for $50 off your first month - CLICK HERE.  Key takeaways: Therapist bias is a real and growing concern. Many clients feel alienated due to perceived political or ideological leanings of their therapists, often unintentionally communicated through things like pronoun usage or assumptions about worldview. Most therapists lean left politically, which can lead to clients self-censoring, feeling misunderstood, or avoiding therapy altogether. The Open Therapy Institute (OTI) was created to support therapists who want to offer politically neutral, values-attuned therapy and serve populations that feel underserved, especially those with conservative or centrist views. Therapists can grow their practice by learning to work effectively with clients from across the political spectrum. There is high demand and low supply of therapists trained to do this well. We discussed the importance of dialectical thinking. This means helping clients (and ourselves) hold multiple perspectives and tolerate ambiguity, especially around politics, religion, and identity. If you're a therapist who wants to grow in this area or reach more clients who feel left out by traditional therapy, check out Open Therapy Institute, https://opentherapyinstitute.org. Browse all my NBCC approved Podcourses - just $5 each. Get one CE contact hour. Build your first CE course (free) Get my Coping with Political Stress Ebook and Peaceful Politics AI Guide  Therapist Conversation Framework: Politics in Session A printable PDF with 97 questions to navigate political talk in therapy - without taking sides. Solution-Focused Therapy Guide 72 questions + prompts to help adult clients clarify goals and move forward using SFT. Check out all my Counselor Resources.

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Continuing Education for mental health counselors, licensed professional counselors, licensed marriage and family therapists, and social workers. Get a year of unlimited CE audio courses (aka Podcourses) at a single affordable price with The Therapy Show with Lisa Mustard, accredited by NBCC. Designed for flexibility and convenience, Podcourses enable therapists and counselors to engage in learning anytime and anywhere - no need to sit for hours watching recorded trainings. These audio-based courses, featuring insights from expert guests, cover a wide range of topics tailored for clinicians committed to personal and professional growth. Take a walk, hit the gym, make dinner, or listen on your commute - this is on-the-go education that fits your busy life! Whether you're earning CE credit or exploring the latest trends in mental health care, this podcast is your hub for growth, learning, and inspiration. Learn more: CE Podcourses: https://www.lisamustard.com/podcourses More Continuing Education Offerings: https://lisamustard.com/cecourses/ Mustard Consulting, LLC is an NBCC Approved Provider, ACEP No. 7061. therapy podcast, continuing education for therapists, mental health CEUs, traditional values, CE courses for counselors, podcourses for therapists, therapy education podcast, licensed professional counselor CEUs, marriage and family therapy CEUs, social work continuing education, accredited CE podcast, affordable CE courses, on-the-go therapist education, flexible mental health CEUs, listen and learn CE podcast, therapist growth and development, parenting and mental health, family dynamics therapy, Lisa Mustard podcast, The Therapy Show with Lisa Mustard, Mustard Consulting CEUs, therapy podcast for counselors.

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