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Counselor Toolbox Podcast with DocSnipes

Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes

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

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32:04

1054-Demystifying Trauma Responses 12 Signs of PTSD...

Counselor Toolbox Podcast with DocSnipes ·

2025/03/06

Trauma vs. Traumatic InjuryTrauma is an event that causes a sense of helplessness and horror. Traumatic injury refers to the physical, emotional, cognitive, and interpersonal effects of trauma. Not everyone who experiences trauma develops PTSD or complex PTSD (CPTSD). Symptoms Often Misdiagnosed Conditions like ADHD, anxiety, and addiction are often misdiagnosed when they are actually symptoms of unresolved trauma. Understanding the root cause of these conditions helps tailor treatment to

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1053-Revolutionizing Opioid and Trauma Treatment with...

Counselor Toolbox Podcast with DocSnipes ·

2025/03/04

Introduction to Neurostimulation in RecoveryNeurostimulation techniques, like vagus nerve stimulation (VNS), have been researched for their role in treating neurological diseases, including addiction and trauma-related disorders. Dr. Navid Kodaparash shares his insights into how neuroplasticity, triggered through VNS, helps the brain recover and adapt. Autonomic Nervous System and Its Role The autonomic nervous system consists of the sympathetic (fight-or-flight) and parasympathetic

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1052-Expert tips for setting and maintaining...

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2025/02/27

Defining BoundariesBoundaries are behaviors that communicate what we will and will not tolerate from others. Think of boundaries as a door to your safe space that you control—deciding whom to let in or out. Types of Boundaries Physical Boundaries: Cover personal space, touch, and eye contact preferences. Affective Boundaries: Reflect the ability to empathize without being consumed by others' emotions. Cognitive Boundaries: Allow individuals to maintain their own beliefs and

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60:40

1051-Addiction Counselor's Guide to the Neuroscience...

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2025/02/25

Introduction to StimulantsStimulants affect the neurological system by altering neurotransmitter levels. Key neurotransmitters impacted include dopamine, serotonin, norepinephrine, GABA, glutamate, and acetylcholine. Dopamine’s Role in Addiction Dopamine regulates movement, motivation, and mood. It plays a major role in the brain's reward pathways, which can reinforce addictive behaviors. Stimulants increase dopamine release, creating feelings of pleasure and reinforcing drug use. Stimulant

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1050-Mastering Healthy Relationship Boundaries

Counselor Toolbox Podcast with DocSnipes ·

2025/02/20

Definition of Boundaries Boundaries in relationships are like a house: you choose who enters and how far they can go. Just like a house has doors and windows, you decide who to let into your personal space (physically and emotionally). Types of Boundaries Physical Boundaries: Involves personal space, touch, and eye contact. Interpersonal Boundaries: Defines relationship expectations, such as time alone or together. Emotional & Cognitive Boundaries: You are entitled to your own feelings and

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65:58

1049-Mastering Trauma-Informed Screening and...

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2025/02/18

Importance of Trauma-Informed ScreeningScreening must be trauma-informed, even if not directly screening for trauma. Trauma is at the core of many mental health, behavioral, and physical health problems, so it's crucial to recognize its role. Trauma and Health Problems Trauma, including Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), can contribute to a range of health issues, such as hypothyroidism, depression, and autoimmune disorders. Screening should address both the physical symptoms and the

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60:48

1048-Healing the Wounded Inner Child _ Counseling CEUs

Counselor Toolbox Podcast with DocSnipes ·

2025/02/13

What is the Inner Child?The inner child refers to the emotional and experiential part of an individual that holds childhood memories and trauma. Childhood trauma or unmet needs may result in emotional wounds that persist into adulthood, manifesting in behavior and relationship patterns. Impact of Trauma on the Inner Child Childhood trauma, such as neglect, abandonment, or emotional invalidation, can prevent children from fully processing distressing experiences. Without resolution, these

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53:33

1047-Overcoming Adversity and Mastering Resilience

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2025/02/11

Resilience DefinitionResilience is the capacity to bounce back from adversity, demonstrated by emotional strength and the ability to handle crises without being overwhelmed. Resilience is like a ball that, when pushed underwater, bounces back to the surface. Characteristics of Resilient People Resilient individuals are self-aware, have healthy self-esteem, strong social support, and practice radical acceptance. They possess problem-solving skills, tolerance for distress, and maintain an

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1046-Helping the Inner Child Process Grief

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2025/02/06

What is the Inner Child?The inner child refers to the collection of memories and experiences from childhood. These memories shape mental shortcuts, called schema, which influence how individuals interpret and react to present-day life events. Children’s Cognitive Development Children process information concretely and personally, often believing events are their fault. The schema formed during childhood tend to be all-or-nothing and are carried into adulthood unless evaluated and

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56:47

1045-CBT Tools to Address Chronic Pain_ It is NOT all...

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2025/02/04

Biopsychosocial Impact of PainChronic pain affects not just the body but also mental health, including anxiety, depression, and self-esteem. Pain can disrupt circadian rhythms, causing sleep issues, and leads to grief due to loss of function or identity. Types of Prevention Primary prevention focuses on preventing pain flare-ups and pain conditions. Secondary prevention aims at stopping pain from worsening during a flare-up. Tertiary prevention works to prevent secondary issues like

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1044-Reset Your Nervous System _ Understanding the...

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2025/01/30

What is Dopamine?Dopamine is often referred to as a motivation chemical rather than just a pleasure chemical. It regulates mood, movement, energy, sleep, libido, and pain tolerance. Dopamine plays a key role in cognitive functions like memory, attention, and decision-making. The Concept of Dopamine Fasting Dopamine fasting does not reduce dopamine levels but aims to reduce compulsive behaviors that overstimulate the dopaminergic system. This approach involves reducing stimulating behaviors

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1043-9 Powerful Tips for Rewiring an Anxious Brain_...

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2025/01/28

Understanding Anxiety and the Stress Response Anxiety is a natural emotional reaction, often triggered by physical and cognitive stressors. It activates the body's HPA axis (Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Adrenal axis), leading to physical reactions like increased heart rate, rapid breathing, and digestive issues. Emotional Reasoning Anxiety may arise from incorrect beliefs about danger, even when no real threat exists. Emotional reasoning leads people to act as though their anxious feelings are

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1041-Understanding Unique Needs of BDSM...

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2025/01/21

Understanding BDSMBDSM involves consensual sexual practices including bondage, dominance, submission, and sadomasochism. The core principle is that all activities must be safe, sane, and consensual. The Role of Counselors Therapists must provide a non-judgmental space for clients practicing BDSM. Recognizing biases and understanding the nature of BDSM relationships is essential to competent care. Common Myths and Misconceptions BDSM is not inherently linked to psychopathology or trauma. It

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66:58

1040-Sexual Diversity & Kink_ What Every Counselor...

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2025/01/16

Overview of Kink and Sexual DiversityKink is a broad term that includes alternative sexual practices like BDSM, polyamory, and consensual non-monogamy. Kink behaviors often fall outside of mainstream practices, but they are a normal part of sexual diversity for many people. DSM-5's View on Kink Kink-related behaviors, including BDSM and fetishism, are no longer considered mental disorders unless they cause harm or involve non-consensual acts. It's essential to differentiate between consensual

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1039-What to Do When You Love Your Therapist

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2025/01/14

Understanding TransferenceTransference is when a client projects feelings onto their therapist, often reflecting unmet needs or emotional experiences from other relationships. It's common to develop strong feelings for a therapist, especially if they provide safety, validation, and emotional support. Therapeutic Relationships as Safe Spaces Therapists often provide one of the first healthy, secure relationships for clients, leading to feelings of attachment. The feeling of security and

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1038-Discover How Dopamine Impacts Serotonin,...

Counselor Toolbox Podcast with DocSnipes ·

2025/01/09

Dopamine’s Role in the BodyDopamine is essential for motivation, pleasure, and reward processing. It plays a role in digestion, immune response, and inflammation regulation. Dopamine is found in various parts of the body, including the brain, immune system, kidneys, and pancreas. Dopamine and Other Neurotransmitters Dopamine interacts with neurotransmitters like serotonin, norepinephrine, GABA, and others. An imbalance in dopamine can affect mood, sleep, attention, and motivation. Altering

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1037-Gut Health and Mental Health: The Impact of the...

Counselor Toolbox Podcast with DocSnipes ·

2025/01/07

The Gut-Brain ConnectionThe gut and brain communicate bidirectionally through pathways such as the vagus nerve and endocrine signals. Changes in the gut microbiome can affect brain functions, triggering or worsening mood disorders like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. Stress and the Gut Stress affects the gut directly via neuronal signals and indirectly by impacting the gut's bacterial composition. When the gut is out of balance, it can worsen stress responses, creating a cycle of dysregulation

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1036-How to Avoid 5 Group Therapy Leadership Mistakes

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2025/01/02

Role of the Group Leader The leader is responsible for guiding group dynamics. Must adjust leadership style to the group’s stage (forming, storming, norming). Leadership involves setting the group’s tone and level of engagement. Leadership Style Leaders can vary from hands-off to active facilitators. Psychoeducational groups might require more structured leadership than therapeutic processing groups. It’s essential to know when to intervene and allow group members to practice communication

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1035-The Truth About Becoming An Addiction Counselor...

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2024/12/31

1. Overview of Addiction CounselingCareer Paths in Addiction Counseling: Discusses various settings, including outpatient, residential, and specialized care for different populations (adolescents, veterans, etc.). Challenges in Correctional Settings: Working in jails or prisons can be difficult due to the unsupportive environment for recovery. 2. Educational Requirements Different Education Levels: You can begin addiction counseling with a high school diploma in many states. More advanced

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1034-The Hardest Part About Diagnoses (And How To...

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2024/12/26

1. Introduction to Diagnoses and Framing Bias Framing Bias: A cognitive bias affecting how information is perceived based on how it is presented. Importance of Broad Evaluations: Symptoms like fatigue could have various causes (e.g., hormonal imbalance, cardiovascular issues, substance withdrawal). 2. Common Mental Health Diagnoses Mental Health Disorders: ADHD, anxiety, autism, depression, and schizophrenia are common diagnoses that require differential evaluation. Physical Causes of

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