Counselor Toolbox Podcast with DocSnipes

Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes
  • 4.7 (611)
  • Mental Health
  • Updated Biweekly

Counselors, coaches and sober companions help hundreds of thousands of people affected by Addictions and Mental Health issues each year. Learn about the current research and practical counseling tools to improve your skills and provide the best possible services. Counselor Toolbox targets counselors, coaches and companions, but can also provide useful counseling self-help tools for persons struggling with these issues and their loved ones. AllCEUs is an approved counseling continuing education provider for addiction and mental health counselors in most states. Counseling CEUs are available for each episode.

  1. 4d ago

    Exploring the Roots of Codependency Development

    00:00 Introduction to Codependency 00:44 Core Concepts of Codependency 05:16 Case Study: Sally and Tom 09:11 Case Study: Jaime's Childhood 13:20 Case Study: Tommy's Family 18:08 Requirements for Codependency 20:05 The Production Facility 27:31 Impact on Self and Relationships 31:45 Codependency vs. CPTSD vs. BPD 37:27 Strategies: Building Safety 40:00 Emotion and Trigger Identification 41:35 Distress Tolerance Skills 43:00 Developing Self-Esteem 44:31 Problem-Solving and Control 45:31 Defining a Meaningful Life 46:00 Managing Vulnerabilities 48:31 Building Secure Self-Attachment 51:05 Personal Empowerment and Progress Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  2. Oct 2

    1129 - Recognize & Address Toxic Behaviors | Creating Healthy Relationships

    00:00 Introduction to Toxic Relationship Behaviors 00:35 Defining Toxic Behaviors and the HEARTS Acronym 01:01 Impact of Toxic Behaviors on Health 02:34 Interpersonal and Emotional Consequences 04:34 Client Presentations and Learned Behaviors 06:22 Recurrent Patterns and Types of Toxic Behaviors 08:26 Understanding the HEARTS Framework 09:32 Assessing Relationships with Self and Others 11:13 Analyzing Behavior: Function and Reinforcement 14:25 Origins of Toxic Behaviors 16:15 Underlying Themes: Mistrust and Fear 18:53 Cognitive Distortions and Skill Deficits 19:59 Using HEARTS for Self-Assessment 22:57 Unhelpful Behaviors in Relationships 25:51 Lack of Encouragement and Its Effects 28:38 Inattentiveness in Relationships 30:13 Disrespect and Boundary Violations 32:41 Untruthfulness and Deception 34:32 Unsafe Behaviors and Conditional Regard 36:20 Heartless Behaviors: Control and Boundaries 39:48 Interventions for Control Issues 41:33 Jealousy and Competitive Threat 43:48 Addressing Jealousy: Interventions 45:54 Deception: Origins and Functions 47:45 Interventions for Deception 50:13 Self-Centeredness and Its Roots 51:28 Building Empathy and Reciprocity 53:49 Maladaptive Communication Patterns 56:36 Improving Communication Skills 57:32 Blame, Victimhood, and Superiority 59:41 Interventions for Blame and Superiority 01:00:59 Summary and Conclusion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  3. Sep 25

    1128 - Helping Clients Move Toward Goals with Mindfulness

    00:00 Introduction to Mindfulness 00:57 What is Mindlessness 05:42 Origins of Mindlessness 10:35 Defining Mindfulness 13:52 Blocks to Awareness 17:55 Blocks to Responding 20:10 Developing Skills and Plans 22:15 Clarifying Mindfulness vs Meditation 24:09 Downregulation Skills ABCDS 25:24 Identifying the Rich and Meaningful Life 27:27 Benefits of Mindfulness 29:02 Learning Mindfulness Skills 30:45 Practicing Mindful Awareness Incrementally 31:16 Addressing Vulnerabilities in Each Life Area 32:54 Applying Skills and Reflecting 34:23 Core Mindfulness: Wise Mind 36:24 Mindfulness Reduces Inefficiency 38:55 Self and Other Awareness 40:31 Reducing Energy Waste 41:12 Balancing and Renewing Resources 42:42 Retrospective Mindfulness 43:24 Defining the End Goal 45:12 Purposeful Action 46:00 Wise Mind Skill: IDEA 48:15 Wise Mind Skill: NOD 49:41 Observe, Describe, Participate 52:36 Activity: Analyze a Scene 53:12 Five-Minute Focus 54:00 Sensory Grounding Activity 54:45 Three-Minute Thought Review 55:34 Vulnerability Observation Activity 57:02 Colors of Emotion 58:34 Relapse and Recovery Observation 59:31 Mindfulness for Balance and Relief 01:00:20 Q&A and Closing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  4. Sep 18

    Developing Assertiveness Skills & Improving Communication

    Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes, provides a comprehensive guide to developing assertiveness skills, defined as the ability to clearly and respectfully state one's feelings, wants, and needs (0:34). Key Takeaways: Defining Assertiveness: It is characterized by honesty, ownership of one's needs, and mutual respect, sitting in the "sweet spot" between submissive passivity and destructive aggression (0:42, 6:42). Barriers to Assertiveness: Stress/Anxiety: The brain's natural "fight-or-flight" response can make it feel dangerous to be direct (10:51). Social Expectations: Changing your communication style may surprise or frustrate those who are accustomed to your previous behavior (14:51, 16:41). Cognitive Barriers: Past experiences or distortions like "overgeneralization" can lead people to believe that being assertive is unsafe or futile (17:21, 25:51). Core Characteristics: Assertive communication relies on appropriate eye contact, open posture, a well-modulated voice, and proper timing (28:20, 31:32). Practical Techniques: Reality Checks: Evaluate your current perceptions against objective facts (24:05). I-Statements: Use the formula: "When you do [behavior], I feel [feeling], because [effect]" to communicate needs without accusation (46:54). Constructive Feedback: Provide objective, actionable information rather than personal attacks (48:13). Win-Win Requests: State your needs and show how meeting them benefits both parties (50:28). Fogging: A method for handling criticism by acknowledging the truth in it while remaining the final judge of your actions (59:07). The presentation encourages learners to start small, perhaps practicing with safe individuals or even pets, to build confidence before applying these skills in higher-stakes environments (9:14, 55:27). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  5. Sep 11

    Strengthening Relationships with Healthy Boundaries

    00:00 Introduction & Topics Covered 01:00 What Are Boundaries? 02:30 How Childhood Shapes Boundaries 04:30 Learning and Modeling Boundaries 06:30 Weak, Rigid, and Mixed Boundaries 08:30 Understanding Safe vs. Healthy Boundaries 10:00 Five Types of Boundaries 12:00 Physical and Interpersonal Boundaries 14:00 Emotional, Cognitive, and Environmental Boundaries 17:00 Setting Boundaries Based on Relationships 18:30 Benefits of Healthy Boundaries 21:00 The Four Laws of Boundaries 26:00 Choosing Who to Let In 31:00 Respecting Others’ Boundaries 37:00 Communicating and Maintaining Boundaries 41:00 Understanding Boundary Violators 44:30 Categories of People and Boundaries 47:30 Maintaining Safety Through Boundaries 49:00 Evaluating and Adjusting Boundaries 52:00 Boundary Workout Practice 55:00 Building Your Boundary Bill of Rights 56:00 Summary and Developing Trust Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  6. Sep 4

    Group Activities for Developing Self Esteem and Empowerment

    00:00 Welcome & Overview of Self-Esteem/Efficacy 01:06 Why Self-Esteem and Efficacy Matter 02:39 Attachment, Self-Worth, and Social Connection 03:43 Understanding Self-Efficacy and Its Origins 05:00 Building Strengths and Addressing Obstacles 06:06 Secure Attachment & the CARES Framework 07:04 Consistency, Attention, and Responsiveness 09:07 Encouragement, Safety, and Self-Belief 10:53 Group Activity: Stations for Secure Attachment 13:12 Processing Group Activities and Lived Experience 15:45 Overcoming Feelings of Unworthiness and Powerlessness 17:32 Separating Self from Accomplishments and Past Mistakes 19:01 Exploring Core Beliefs and Self-Talk 21:03 Challenging Stereotypes and Being Mindful 22:49 Descriptor Card Activity & Mindless vs Mindful Living 25:30 Examining Autopilot Behaviors and Mainstream Messages 28:00 Teaching Mindfulness and Present Focus 29:53 Activities for Mindful Awareness and Resource Identification 34:04 Addressing Fear, Anger, and Downregulation Skills 35:51 Downregulation Toolbox & Safety Practices 41:07 Challenging Unhelpful Thoughts and Cognitive Distortions 44:44 Gamifying Self-Esteem: Activities & Ads 47:02 Effective Goal Setting in Recovery 50:09 Personal Goal Practice and Group Support 52:00 Morning and Evening Reflections for Self-Concept 54:00 Recognizing Strengths & Playing Jenga for Traits 55:04 Dialectics, Failure, and the Elephant in the Room 57:07 Addressing Hecklers and Emotional Baggage 59:00 Cultivating Your Garden: Plant Lessons for Growth 01:00:04 Lifelong Self-Esteem, Efficacy & Closing Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  7. Aug 28

    Developing Rapport to Enhance Success in Healthy Relationships

    00:00 Introduction and Importance of Rapport 03:05 Challenges in Building Rapport 06:04 Rapport and Client Vulnerability 10:00 Creating Safety and Promoting Authenticity 13:44 The SHARE Pneumonic for Rapport 16:20 Mutually Agreeable Goals in Therapy 19:12 Avoiding Common Rapport-Breaking Mistakes 24:32 Voluntary vs Involuntary Clients 26:08 Transparency and Documentation with Clients 28:23 Helping Clients Feel Safe and Heard 32:29 Challenges with Safety and Cultural Sensitivity 36:36 Environmental and First Contact Considerations 42:00 Behaviors for Building Client Safety (ACE Approach) 45:01 Active Listening and Communication Skills 49:06 Questioning Strategies and Non-Verbals 52:49 Understanding Projection and Transference 56:01 Displacement, Supervision, and Losing Rapport 59:47 Maintaining Rapport and Recognizing Signs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  8. Aug 21

    13 Skills for Developing Healthy Relationships

    00:00 Welcome & Overview of Relationship Skills 03:04 Awareness of Self and Others 10:06 Authenticity and Honesty 15:59 Acceptance of Differing Opinions 18:36 Attention and Love Languages 21:44 Understanding and Setting Boundaries 25:40 Consistency and Building Trust 27:48 Defensiveness and Communication Challenges 29:42 Communication Styles & Assertiveness 32:32 Cultivating Compassion 35:25 Healthy Compromise in Relationships 38:34 Encouragement and Honest Feedback 41:03 Forgiveness and Letting Go 43:37 Intimacy and Varying Levels of Connection 47:04 Responsibility & The Blame Game 49:09 Healthy Responsiveness 52:16 Unconditional Positive Regard 54:57 Bringing It All Together & Final Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Counselors, coaches and sober companions help hundreds of thousands of people affected by Addictions and Mental Health issues each year. Learn about the current research and practical counseling tools to improve your skills and provide the best possible services. Counselor Toolbox targets counselors, coaches and companions, but can also provide useful counseling self-help tools for persons struggling with these issues and their loved ones. AllCEUs is an approved counseling continuing education provider for addiction and mental health counselors in most states. Counseling CEUs are available for each episode.

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