Photo ID: Butterfly stages of development; the chrysalis at the beginning and end of the pupa stage and the resulting monarch butterfly with text overlay "Episode 313: How Do Therapists Develop?"

How Do Therapists Develop?

, , , , , , , , , , ,
How Do Therapists Develop? Curt and Katie chat about how therapists can be rigid in their thinking at times and then seem to be performing mental gymnastics at other times. We look at the developmental stages of therapists (drawing from William…
Photo ID: Two people sitting at a table talking with text overlay "Episode 299: Supervision in the Real World: Understanding what makes an effective supervisory alliance"

Supervision in the Real World: Understanding what makes an effective supervisory alliance

, , , , , , , , , ,
Supervision in the Real World: Understanding what makes an effective supervisory alliance Curt and Katie chat about the relationship between supervisor and supervisee in clinical supervision. We explore what makes up a good supervisory alliance,…
Photo ID: The hands of someone writing in a lined notebook with text overlay "Episode 291: Smarter than SMART: How therapists can improve goal-setting with clients"

Smarter than SMART: How therapists can improve goal-setting with clients

, , , , , , , , , , ,
Smarter than SMART: How therapists can improve goal-setting with clients Curt and Katie chat about setting goals. We look at why goals are important to therapists, SMART goals (what they are, what works and what doesn’t), and how to move…
Photo ID: A closeup of a charcoal colored couch with text overlay "Episode 286: What Aren't Men Becoming Therapists Anymore?"

Why Aren’t Men Becoming Therapists Anymore?

, , , , , , , , , ,
Why Aren’t Men Becoming Therapists Anymore? Curt and Katie chat about the lack of male therapists and the decreasing number of male students in the profession. We look at current statistics and reported experiences of men in the field.…
Photo ID: A person wearing graduate robes walking up stairs with text overlay "Episode 269: I graduated now what? Career Advice for New Mental Health Clinicians"

I Just Graduated, Now What? – Career Advice for New Mental Health Clinicians

, , , , , , , ,
I Just Graduated, Now What? – Career Advice for New Mental Health Clinicians Curt and Katie discuss how clinicians can decide what types of jobs to pursue when they first graduate from their clinical program. We look at whether you should…
Photo ID: A closeup on binoculars, the headshot of Dr. Amy Parks to one side with text overlay "Episode 267: The Clinical Supervision Crisis for Early Career Therapists: An interview with Dr. Amy Parks"

The Clinical Supervision Crisis for Early Career Therapists: An Interview with Dr. Amy Parks

, , , , , , , ,
The Clinical Supervision Crisis for Early Career Therapists: An Interview with Dr. Amy Parks Curt and Katie interview Dr. Amy Parks about the lack of resources for pre- and provisionally licensed mental health professionals to find a clinical…
Photo of shelves of books in a library. Text over the image reads, Episode 241. The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide. Which Theoretical Orientation Should You Choose?

Which Theoretical Orientation Should You Choose?

, , , , , ,
Which Theoretical Orientation Should You Choose? Curt and Katie chat about how therapists typically select their clinical theoretical orientation for treatment. We look at the different elements of theoretical orientation (including case…
How to Fire Your Clients (Ethically) Part 1.5

How to Fire Your Clients (Ethically) Part 1.5

, , , , , , ,
Episode 226: How to Fire Your Clients (Ethically) Part 1.5 Curt and Katie chat about different therapist-client mismatches and how to manage them. We explore how to balance dealing with discomfort in therapy and seeking consultation with…
Being a Therapist on Both Sides of the Couch

Being a Therapist on Both Sides of the Couch

, , , , , ,
Being a Therapist on Both Sides of the Couch An interview with Rwenshaun Miller, LCMHC, where he shares what therapists get wrong when understanding the client perspective and how to genuinely connect with clients. Curt and Katie chat with…
Bilingual Supervision

Bilingual Supervision

, , , , , , , , , ,
Bilingual Supervision An interview with Adriana Rodriguez, LMFT, about how to support bilingual, bicultural therapists. Curt and Katie talk with Adriana about her experiences as a clinician as well as her perception of the systemic concerns…