Trauma Model Therapy: Essential Insights for Counsellors and Psychotherapists Trauma Model Therapy (TMT), developed by Colin A. Ross and Naomi Halpern, combines cognitive-behavioural, psychodynamic, and experiential approaches, offering a structured framework for trauma recovery. Though designed within a medical context, its principles are adaptable to various therapeutic settings. The therapy’s focus on attachment dynamics, locus […]
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309 – How to Recognise Vicarious Trauma Online Trauma Therapy – Exploring Neurodivergence Creatively in Therapy In Episode 309 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 online trauma therapy. Then in ‘Practice Matters’, Rory speaks
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How Trauma is Experienced and Its Impact on Your Clients Understanding how trauma manifests and is experienced by your clients is crucial. This article will explore the complexities of trauma, particularly how childhood abuse can shape adult perceptions, behaviours, and identities. Drawing on insights from Christiane Sanderson’s work on child sexual abuse (CSA) survivors, we
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Personal Preparation Plan for Trauma-Informed Practice Working with clients who have experienced trauma requires careful preparation and self-awareness. This article offers practical guidance on how you can create a personal preparation plan to prepare yourself for the emotional and psychological demands of trauma-informed practice as a counsellor or psychotherapist. You can support your clients more
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Vicarious Trauma: How to Identify and Prevent It in Therapy Vicarious trauma is a significant concern for counsellors working in close contact with traumatised individuals. Indeed, the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (APA, 2013, p. 271) includes therapists working with trauma in its list of people who might develop post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
302 – Shame in Supervision Pre-Trial Therapy Considerations – Managing Next-Level Overwhelm in Your Counselling Training In Episode 302 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly are back with this week’s three topics: Firstly in ‘Ethical, Sustainable Practice’, we look at reducing shame within supervision. Then in ‘Practice Matters’, Rory
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293 – EAP Counselling Why Hire an Accountant – How to Handle Negative Feedback In Episode 293 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly discuss this week’s three topics: Firstly in ‘Ethical, Sustainable Practice’, we take a deep dive into Employment Assistant Programs or EAP counselling. Then in ‘Practice Matters’,
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264 – Counselling a Client You Don’t Like Phenomenology in Philosophy and Counselling – NCS Campaigns In Episode 264 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly take us through this week’s three topics: Up first in ‘Theory in Practice’, we look at the philosophy of phenomenology and counselling. Then in
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259 – Counselling Cult Survivors Preparing Clients for Breaks – Understanding Ethical Bodies’ Complaints Procedures In Episode 259 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly are back with this week’s three topics: Firstly in ‘Theory in Practice’ we look at preparing your clients for breaks. Then in ‘Practice Today’, Rory
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258 – Touch in Therapy Psychological Contact – Managing Risk in Counselling In Episode 258 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly are back with this week’s three topics: Firstly in ‘Theory in Practice’, we look at psychological contact. Then in ‘Practice Today’, Rory and Ken share their thoughts on
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