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Counselor Toolbox Podcast with DocSnipes

Counselor Toolbox Podcast with DocSnipes

By: Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes
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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.2022 CDS Ventures, LLC Hygiene & Healthy Living Personal Development Personal Success Psychology Psychology & Mental Health Science Social Sciences
Episodes
  • 1128 - Helping Clients Move Toward Goals with Mindfulness

    1128 - Helping Clients Move Toward Goals with Mindfulness
    Sep 25 2026
    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
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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • 1127 - Developing Assertiveness Skills & Improving Communication

    1127 - Developing Assertiveness Skills & Improving Communication
    Sep 18 2026
    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
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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • 1126 - Strengthening Relationships with Healthy Boundaries

    1126 - Strengthening Relationships with Healthy Boundaries
    Sep 11 2026
    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
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    59 mins
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