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Affordable, relevant, and diverse Continuing Ed for mental health professionals… one year of unlimited CE courses for just one low price! Clearly Clinical is an approved provider with the APA, NBCC, ASWB, NAADAC, NYS, CAMFT, & CCAPP; we feature clinicians from historically-marginalized populations, and donate to the Trevor Project.


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Episodes

Our Role Moving Forward: Reproductive Justice as Harm Reduction and Ethical Imperative, Ep. 153

Dr. Orisha Bowers, Dr. Jamie Marich, and Elizabeth Irias, LMFT, discuss the concept of reproductive justice and identify deliberate actions mental health professionals can take in a post-Roe v. Wade United States, including discussion about harm reduction, spiritual/religious abuse, and our ethical mandates, as well as available resources, considerations about client/clinician privacy and clinical documentation, and navigating potential conflicts between ethical and legal requirements.Note to li...

Jun 30, 20221 hr 3 minEp. 153

Being Human and a Therapist: Awareness of Burnout, Roles, Power, and Therapeutic 'Love' , Ep. 152

Julia Aziz, LCSW-S, sheds light on the challenges of managing the role of 'healer' when we ourselves are struggling, and explores the impact of being an actively wounded healer on therapy outcomes. Earn CE credit for listening to this episode by joining our low-cost membership for unlimited podcast CE credits for an entire year, with some of the strongest CE approvals in the country (APA, NBCC, ASWB, and more). Learn, grow, and shine with Clearly Clinical Continuing Ed by visiting https://Clearl...

Jun 23, 20221 hr 2 minEp. 152

When We’re Not Ok: Understanding and Managing Compassion Fatigue, Ep. 151

Dr. Dain Kloner, LMFT, discusses the phenomenon of compassion fatigue and provides guidance about how to self-assess one’s own level of compassion fatigue, as well as offers guidance about how to address and manage it moving forward. Interview with Elizabeth Irias, LMFT. Earn CE credit for listening to this episode by joining our low-cost membership for unlimited podcast CE credits for an entire year, with some of the strongest CE approvals in the country (APA, NBCC, ASWB, and more). Learn, grow...

Jun 02, 20221 hr 1 minEp. 151

Disaster Mental Health: How to Help in the Aftermath of a Tragedy, Ep. 43

Robert Scholz, LMFT, LPCC, and Susan Hall, JD, PhD discuss Disaster Mental Health and how it impacts multiple facets of care, ranging from treatment planning to clinician burnout. Earn CE credit for listening to this episode by joining our low-cost membership for unlimited podcast CE credits for an entire year, with some of the strongest CE approvals in the country (APA, NBCC, ASWB, and more). Learn, grow, and shine with Clearly Clinical Continuing Ed by visiting https://ClearlyClinical.com. Hos...

May 25, 20221 hrEp. 43

Undoing the ‘Intake Model’: Improving the First Sessions in Psychotherapy. Ep. 150

Dr. Daryl Chow, Psychologist, takes us on a journey about the limitations of a question-driven first psychotherapy session, and describes research-backed strategies to improve client engagement in order to improve retention and outcomes. Interview with Elizabeth Irias, LMFT Earn CE credit for listening to this episode by joining our low-cost membership for unlimited podcast CE credits for an entire year, with some of the strongest CE approvals in the country (APA, NBCC, ASWB, and more). Learn, g...

May 05, 20221 hr 9 minEp. 150

A Candid Conversation About Documentation: Misery or Mastery? Ep. 149

Beth Rontal, LICSW, details some of the myths and mistakes relating to progress notes, and provides guidance about clinical documentation dos-and-don'ts in order to improve care. Interview with Elizabeth Irias, LMFT. Earn CE credit for listening to this episode by joining our low-cost membership for unlimited podcast CE credits for an entire year, with some of the strongest CE approvals in the country (APA, NBCC, ASWB, and more). Learn, grow, and shine with Clearly Clinical Continuing Ed by visi...

Apr 14, 20221 hr 4 minEp. 149

Complexities of OCD and Creating Treatment That Works- ERP and Beyond, Ep. 148

Kimberley Quinlan, LMFT, provides a helpful and nuanced overview of the etiology of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, and offers clarity about research-based treatment options. Interview with Elizabeth Irias, LMFT. Earn CE credit for listening to this episode by joining our low-cost membership for unlimited podcast CE credits for an entire year, with some of the strongest CE approvals in the country (APA, NBCC, ASWB, and more). Learn, grow, and shine with Clearly Clinical Continuing Ed by visiting ...

Apr 07, 20221 hr 1 minEp. 148

Talking About and Tackling Sexual Shame with ACT, Ep. 147

Erika Miley, LMHC, breaks down the appication of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy in the treatment of sex-related shame, including discussion about concepts like defusion and mindfulness. Interview with Elizabeth Irias, LMFT. Earn CE credit for listening to this episode by joining our low-cost membership for unlimited podcast CE credits for an entire year, with some of the strongest CE approvals in the country (APA, NBCC, ASWB, and more). Learn, grow, and shine with Clearly Clinical Continuing ...

Mar 17, 20221 hr 1 minEp. 147

A Clinician’s Role in Immigration Evaluations: Explaining The Process and Why The Work Deeply Matters, Ep. 146

Georgia King, LCSW, explains how clinicians can support the legal process and help pave the way for safety and security for the lives of those immigrating to the United States through the provision of mental health assessments. Interview with Elizabeth Irias, LMFT. Earn CE credit for listening to this episode by joining our low-cost membership for unlimited podcast CE credits for an entire year, with some of the strongest CE approvals in the country (APA, NBCC, ASWB, and more). Learn, grow, and ...

Mar 03, 20221 hr 1 minEp. 146

Inviting Race Into Supervision: Vital Basics for the Clinical Development of Culturally-Responsive Supervisees, Ep. 145

Dr. Sonja Sutherland, LPC, discusses The Cross-Cultural Civility-Mindset Developmental Model (CCCMDM) and provides a comprehensive model for effectively approaching ethical and culturally-responsive supervision & clinical intervention. Interview with Elizabeth Irias, LMFT Earn CE credit for listening to this episode by joining our low-cost membership for unlimited podcast CE credits for an entire year, with some of the strongest CE approvals in the country (APA, NBCC, ASWB, and more). Learn,...

Feb 03, 20221 hr 2 minEp. 145

When Our 'Life Rules' No Longer Apply: Clinical Competency In Religion & Self-Concept in the Face of Trauma, Ep. 144

Sara A. Showalter Van Tongeren, LMSW, joins us for a comprehensive discussion about the impact of trauma and existential threats on one's religious and spiritual belief systems and how clinicians can support healing. Interview with Elizabeth Irias, LMFT. NOTE: This episode discusses religious trauma and identity traumas, including the discussion of existential crises surrounding experiences like racism, sexism, queerphobia, purity culture, infertility, etc. Earn CE credit for listening to this e...

Jan 20, 20221 hr 1 minEp. 144

The Truths of Transracial Adoption: Evaluating Impact and Considerations for Care, Ep. 143

Jaclyn Skalnik, LCSW, provides a detailed discourse about how therapists can conceptualize identity development of those who are transracially-adopted and better support the needs of this population, including discussion about working with individuals or couples who are considering transracial adoption. Interview with Elizabeth Irias, LMFT Earn CE credit for listening to this episode by joining our low-cost membership for unlimited podcast CE credits for an entire year, with some of the stronges...

Nov 18, 20211 hr 1 minEp. 143

Train the Brain: Integrating Biofeedback and Neurofeedback Into Treatment, Ep. 142

Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge, LPCA, provides a comprehensive interview explaining biofeedback and neurofeedback how these evidence-based approaches can be integrated with traditional psychotherapy. Interview with Elizabeth Irias, LMFT. Earn CE credit for listening to this episode by joining our low-cost membership for unlimited podcast CE credits for an entire year, with some of the strongest CE approvals in the country (APA, NBCC, ASWB, and more). Learn, grow, and shine with Clearly Clinical Conti...

Nov 04, 20211 hr 6 minEp. 142

Shame, Parenting, and Mindfulness: Improving Parental Awareness From Potty Training to Adulting, Ep. 141 (Not eligible for CE credit)

LJ Lumpkin, LMFT, provides a discussion about the influence of generational shame on parenting practices and the importance of mindful awareness. Interview with Elizabeth Irias, LMFT. NOT ELIGIBLE FOR CE CREDIT Earn CE credit for listening to this episode by joining our low-cost membership for unlimited podcast CE credits for an entire year, with some of the strongest CE approvals in the country (APA, NBCC, ASWB, and more). Learn, grow, and shine with Clearly Clinical Continuing Ed by visiting h...

Oct 28, 20211 hr 5 minEp. 139

Authenticity Isn’t Easy: Navigating Through Grief During Gender Transition, Ep. 140

This episode features Xander Keig, LCSW, discussing the complex topic of grief during gender transition. The conversation explores ambiguous loss, defined as loss without closure, and introduces four sense-making frames—replacement, revision, evolution, and removal—that help conceptualize how individuals and their loved ones experience transition. Keig emphasizes the importance of understanding diverse worldviews within the trans community to provide effective, compassionate clinical care.

Oct 07, 20211 hr 5 minEp. 140

Unraveling Damaging Assumptions: Critical Basics About Ageism and Intersectionality, Ep. 139

Dr. Regina Koepp, PSY, an expert on ageism, shares critical considerations about ageism and its impact on mental and physical health, as well as touches upon the intersectionality between ageism and other identities. Considerations about ageism in clinical practice are also discussed. Interview with Elizabeth Irias, LMFT. Earn CE credit for listening to this episode by joining our low-cost membership for unlimited podcast CE credits for an entire year, with some of the strongest CE approvals in ...

Sep 23, 20211 hr 2 minEp. 139

The Profound Impact of Sleep: Sleep Psychology, Support, & CBT-I, Ep. 138

Dr. Kimberly Dwyer, PSY, providers a comprehensive overview about sleep's impact on physical and mental wellness, and also provides helpful CBT-I interventions geared at increasing the quality and quantity of sleep. Interview with Elizabeth Irias, LMFT Earn CE credit for listening to this episode by joining our low-cost membership for unlimited podcast CE credits for an entire year, with some of the strongest CE approvals in the country (APA, NBCC, ASWB, and more). Learn, grow, and shine with Cl...

Sep 16, 20211 hr 5 minEp. 138

Planning Maternity Leave in Private Practice: Where Practical Considerations Meet Law/Ethics

Private Practice consultant Amanda Landry, LMHC, discusses important factors clinicians considering maternity/paternity leave ought to keep in mind, including discussion about legal/ethical considerations. Interview with Elizabeth Irias, LMFT. Earn CE credit for listening to this episode by joining our low-cost membership for unlimited podcast CE credits for an entire year, with some of the strongest CE approvals in the country (APA, NBCC, ASWB, and more). Learn, grow, and shine with Clearly Cli...

Sep 02, 20211 hr 2 minEp. 137

Counseling Couples in Crisis: Perspectives & Interventions from Two Different Models, Ep. 136

Couple therapy experts Dr. James Hawkins, LPC, and Shane Birkel, LMFT, offer a helpful exploration of how Emotionally Focused Therapy and Relational Life Therapy approach early-stage couple therapy, with useful interventions and conceptualization strategies. Interview with Elizabeth Irias, LMFT. Earn CE credit for listening to this episode by joining our low-cost membership for unlimited podcast CE credits for an entire year, with some of the strongest CE approvals in the country (APA, NBCC, ASW...

Aug 26, 20211 hr 1 minEp. 136

Family Life Can Be So Much Easier: Improving Parent/Child Interactions Using Psychosynthesis, Ep. 135

Parenting expert Dr. Ilene Val-Essen, LMFT, shares helpful insight about using Psychology of the Self (Psychosynthesis) to encourage centered, communicative parenting strategies with the aim of improving overall family cohesion. Interview with Elizabeth Irias, LMFT Earn CE credit for listening to this episode by joining our low-cost membership for unlimited podcast CE credits for an entire year, with some of the strongest CE approvals in the country (APA, NBCC, ASWB, and more). Learn, grow, and ...

Aug 19, 20211 hr 1 minEp. 135

Diversity Made Simple: Moving Beyond Increased Awareness and Getting Into Action, Ep. 134

Diversity expert Lambers Fisher, LMFT, provides clear guidance about how to proactively create safe spaces in the therapy room for all types of client diversity, from clinical forms to ideological approaches. Interview with Elizabeth Irias, LMFT. Note: Client/therapist differences and individual factors may result in a treatment failure or loss of control by either or both people (therapist or client), and therapists are encouraged to consider the appropriateness of referring out and/or educatin...

Aug 05, 20211 hr 4 minEp. 134

Imposter Syndrome, Therapy, and Effectiveness: Do We Still Need Theory Anymore?, Ep. 133 (Not eligible for CE credit)

Dr. Diane Gehart, LMFT, provides helpful guidance about sorting through countless therapy theories to find one's style, grounded in research-based approaches. This interview also discusses the phenomenon of imposter syndrome, and how to develop a clinical identity in the 'alphabet soup' of today's mental health vernacular. Interview with Elizabeth Irias, LMFT.NOT ELIGIBLE FOR CE CREDIT Earn CE credit for listening to this episode by joining our low-cost membership for unlimited podcast CE credit...

Jul 22, 20211 hr 2 minEp. 133

Before You Write The Letter: What Clinicians Should Know About Emotional Support Animals, Ep. 132

Ariel Landrum, LMFT, shares critical knowledge about Emotional Support Animals and the process of assessment and letter-writing, including discussion about some of the practice-related issues ESA services can pose. Interview with Elizabeth Irias, LMFT. Earn CE credit for listening to this episode by joining our low-cost membership for unlimited podcast CE credits for an entire year, with some of the strongest CE approvals in the country (APA, NBCC, ASWB, and more). Learn, grow, and shine with Cl...

Jul 15, 20211 hr 4 minEp. 132

Body Justice for Clinicians: Evaluating Clinical Bias, Thin Idealism, and Fat-Shaming, Ep. 131

Paula Atkinson, LICSW, explores the psychosocial aspects of weight and body shape, the sciences that impact the way we think about weight and health, and the subsequent marginalization of people in large bodies. Interview with Elizabeth Irias, LMFT. Earn CE credit for listening to this episode by joining our low-cost membership for unlimited podcast CE credits for an entire year, with some of the strongest CE approvals in the country (APA, NBCC, ASWB, and more). Learn, grow, and shine with Clear...

Jul 01, 20211 hr 1 minEp. 131

Intimate Partner Death and Loss: Clinical Approaches, Myths, and What-Not-To-Do, Ep. 130

Jill Johnson-Young, LCSW, provides guidance about how to support healthy grieving in individuals who have experienced intimate partner death, including discussion about myths, 'widow rules', and interventions. Interview with Elizabeth Irias, LMFT. Earn CE credit for listening to this episode by joining our low-cost membership for unlimited podcast CE credits for an entire year, with some of the strongest CE approvals in the country (APA, NBCC, ASWB, and more). Learn, grow, and shine with Clearly...

Jun 24, 20211 hr 1 minEp. 130

Lifting LatinX: A Primer About Working Effectively with the Hispanic and Latino Population, Ep. 129

Victor Flores, LAC, provides clear direction about social and culture consideration practitioners can manage more effectively in serving LatinX clients, from demographic information to cultural norms. Interview with Elizabeth Irias, LMFT Earn CE credit for listening to this episode by joining our low-cost membership for unlimited podcast CE credits for an entire year, with some of the strongest CE approvals in the country (APA, NBCC, ASWB, and more). Learn, grow, and shine with Clearly Clinical ...

Jun 17, 20211 hr 4 minEp. 129

Bringing It All Together: Integrated Care for People with Psychotic Disorders and Substance Use Disorders, Ep. 128

Dr. Delia Cimpean Hendrick, a triple-board certified physician, provides thoughtful guidance about how to effectively address co-occurring psychotic symptoms and substance use disorders, including discussion about risk factors, clinical presentation, evidence-based practices, and multidisciplinary integrated care. Interview with Elizabeth Irias, LMFT. Earn CE credit for listening to this episode by joining our low-cost membership for unlimited podcast CE credits for an entire year, with some of ...

Jun 10, 20211 hr 1 minEp. 128

Introducing A Field Manual for Military Parents: A Review for Practitioners Working with Military Connected Families, Ep. 127

Dr. Alan Scheuermann breaks down common norms for Military families, and also provides a compassionate, helpful, and accessible set of interventions for supporting Military families in creating a streamlined that parenting program that complements Military standards. Interview with Elizabeth Irias, LMFT. Earn CE credit for listening to this episode by joining our low-cost membership for unlimited podcast CE credits for an entire year, with some of the strongest CE approvals in the country (APA, ...

May 20, 20211 hr 10 minEp. 127

Free CE Course: Creating an Ethical, Impactful Presence Outside the Therapy Room, from Books to Social Media to Podcasting, Ep. 126

Dr. Joy Harden Bradford, host of the Therapy for Black Girls podcast, shares insights on how clinicians can ethically and effectively share their knowledge publicly through various platforms. She covers the journey of building a public presence, the importance of intellectual property, navigating social media ethics, and building a supportive team. The discussion also emphasizes the social justice imperative of reaching underserved communities and maintaining boundaries in a public role.

May 13, 20211 hr 4 minEp. 126

“My Child Just Went Crazy One Day”: What You Need to Know about PANS & PANDAS, Ep. 125

Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge, LPC, breaks down what therapists need to know as they evaluate and treat OCD and tic disorders, as many children and adults may actually have an undiagnosed autoimmune disorder called Pediatric Acute-onset Neuropsychiatric Syndromes (PANS) or Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with Streptococcal Infections (PANDAS). Interview with Elizabeth Irias, LMFT Earn CE credit for listening to this episode by joining our low-cost membership for unlimited ...

May 06, 20211 hr 1 minEp. 125
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