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June 28, 2025
Introducing Therapy for Addiction - Learning Never Stops – Planning Your CPD
In Episode 344 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly take us through this week’s topics:
Firstly, in ‘Ethical, Sustainable Practice’, we look at the ethical use of AI in therapy, highlighting potential risks and ethical responsibilities.
Then in ‘Practice Matters’, Rory speaks with Caroline Evers Endi...
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Race and Everyday Friction – Ending Well in Counselling Training
In Episode 343 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly take us through this week’s three topics:
Firstly, in ‘Ethical, Sustainable Practice’, they explore the importance of having an online and telephone informed supervisor when you work in this way.
Then in ‘Practice Matters’, Rory speaks with Sarah Henry about he...
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June 14, 2025
Shame in Supervision – Creative Learning During an Academic Break
In Episode 342 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly take us through this week’s three topics:
Firstly in ‘Ethical, Sustainable Practice’, we explore the art of apologising as a counsellor - why it matters, how to do it effectively, and how to avoid making it about yourself.
Then in ‘Practice Matters’, Rory spea...
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June 7, 2025
Working with Parents of Children with Disabilities – What to Do if You Don’t Get Onto the Next Course
In Episode 341 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts, Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly, take us through this week’s three topics:
Firstly in ‘Ethical, Sustainable Practice’, we explore the concept of everyday trauma.
Then in ‘Practice Matters’, Rory speaks with Ellie Finch and Dr. Jo Griffin about their CPD l...
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May 24, 2025
Supporting Male Survivors of Sexual Abuse - Carl Rogers'Seven Stages of Process
In Episode 340 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly take us through this week’s three topics:
Firstly, in ‘Ethical, Sustainable Practice’, we look at the question: Can clients ask you to delete their data? - covering legal, ethical, and practical considerations.
Then in ‘Practice Matters’, Rory sp...
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Practising Good Self-care – What is My Counselling Philosophy?
In Episode 339 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly take us through this week’s three topics:
Firstly, in ‘Ethical, Sustainable Practice’, we explore the potential dangers of dual relationships in counselling and psychotherapy – how they arise, the ethical implications, and strategies to manage them appropriately.
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May 10, 2025
REBT for Pain Management and Exercise - Counselling Skills Feedback
In Episode 338 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly take us through this week’s three topics:
Firstly, in ‘Ethical, Sustainable Practice’, we explore the essential and sensitive topic of supporting suicidal clients – discussing how therapists can respond ethically and effectively, including risk assessment and s...
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May 3, 2025
iCloud Changes and Client Confidentiality – Dealing with DNAs in Placement and Practice
In Episode 337 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly take us through this week’s three topics:
Firstly, in ‘Ethical, Sustainable Practice’, we explore how to talk to children about death – covering developmental understanding, appropriate language, and how to support children through bereavem...
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April 26, 2025
Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) – Reviewing Client Progress
In Episode 336 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly take us through this week’s three topics:
Firstly, in ‘Ethical, Sustainable Practice’, we look at building your counselling CV – including key features to include, ways to stand out, and how to present yourself professionally.
Then in ‘Practice Matters’, Rory s...
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April 18, 2025
Supporting Male Clients in Therapy – How to Begin a Counselling Session
In Episode 334 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly guide us through this week’s three topics:
Firstly in ‘Ethical, Sustainable Practice’, we look at extra-therapeutic factors in Supervision and how a client’s world outside the therapy room can influence outcomes.
Then in ‘Practice Matters’, Rory intervi...
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April 4, 2025 • 32 mins
Understanding Website Design for Therapists with Daragh McLaughlin
Key Takeaways:
Ensuring Your Website’s Future:Your website is an essential part of your practice. By taking the right steps and asking the right questions, you can ensure that it remains a valuable asset as your business grows.
Red Flags When Choosing a Web Designer:Be aware of slow response times, lack of a formal contract, and poor communication...
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March 28, 2025
Selective Mutism – Ideal Client Load for Student Counsellors
In Episode 334 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly guide us through this week’s three topics:
Firstly, in ‘Ethical, Sustainable Practice’, we look at managing triggers and flashbacks—offering insights into how counsellors can support clients dealing with trauma responses.
Then, in ‘Practice Matters’, Rory speaks w...
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March 22, 2025
Autistic Therapists in Practice - The Essential Skill of Academic Referencing
In Episode 333 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly, take us through this week's three key topics:
Firstly, in 'Ethical, Sustainable Practice' we look at understanding the Dunning-Kruger Effect in trauma-informed therapy and how it can impact professional competence.
Then in 'Practice Matters', Ror...
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March 15, 2025
AI in Therapy - Comparing Ethical Frameworks
In Episode 332 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly guide you through this week's three topics:
Firstly, in 'Ethical, Sustainable Practice', we look at developing an online mindset to effectively work with clients online.
Then, in 'Practice Matters', Rory speaks with Richard Miller, a counsellor, supervisor, and AI ethicist, about...
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March 8, 2025
Working with Life-restricting Conditions - Challenging Stereotypes in Counselling
In Episode 331 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly take us through this week's three topics:
Firstly, in 'Ethical, Sustainable Practice', we explore ethical dilemmas in supervision and discuss strategies for resolving them effectively.
Then, in 'Practice Matters', Rory speaks with Dorothy Hodg...
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March 1, 2025
Importance of Psychosexual Therapy - Meeting Supervision Hour Requirements
In Episode 330 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly take us through this week's three topics:
Firstly, in 'Ethical, Sustainable Practice', we explore the challenges and considerations of offering online therapy to clients abroad, particularly focusing on legal, ethical, and practical concerns.
Then in...
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February 22, 2025
Navigating Client Complaints Effectively - Managing Observed Skills Sessions
In Episode 329 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly take us through this week's three topics:
Firstly in 'Ethical, Sustainable Practice', Rory and Ken discuss distinguishing PTSD and Complex PTSD, exploring the evolution of trauma therapy and the importance of understanding physiological responses in t...
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February 15, 2025
Special Edition: Expanding Therapeutic Approaches with NHS Policies
In this Special Edition of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your host Rory Lees-Oakes speaks with Meg Moss from the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS) about how NHS policy design could support a wider range of therapeutic approaches.
Key Takeaways:
Human Connection in Therapy: Human connection is a vital factor of effective ...
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February 8, 2025
Couples Therapy using the Developmental Model - Choosing the Therapy Modality
In Episode 328 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly take us through this week's three topics:
Firstly, in 'Ethical, Sustainable Practice', we delve into professional letter writing by counsellors when communicating with other professionals.
Then, in 'Practice Matters', Rory speaks with Claire Ratcl...
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February 1, 2025
PD Groups for Counsellors - Supportive Supervision before Placement
In Episode 327 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly take us through this week's three topics:
Firstly, in 'Ethical, Sustainable Practice', we explore the 7-eyed model of supervision in clinical practice.
Then, in 'Practice Matters', Rory speaks with Dr. Sonja Falck about facilitating personal development (PD...
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