The Thoughtful Counselor

The Thoughtful Counselor is a podcast that is dedicated to producing great conversations around current topics in counseling and psychotherapy. We view counseling and psychotherapy as a deeply beautiful and complex process and strive to incorporate the art and science of the field in each episode.

The Thoughtful Counselor is a science podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 319 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

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  EP318: Counseling in Mandarin: What professional counselors and mental health providers need to know

  Aug 10, 202643 min

  In this episode we learn about the first Mandarin language speaking counseling certification program in CACREP accredited counseling program and explore how the program was developed. The guests share their lived experiences as Mandarin speaking professional counselors and as instructors in the certification program. For more on our guests, links from the conversation, and APA citation for this episode visit https://concept.paloaltou.edu/resources/the-thoughtful-counselor-podcast The Thoughtful Counselor is created in partnership with Palo Alto University's Division of Continuing & Professional Studies. Learn more at concept.paloaltou.edu

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  EP316: AI Support Between Sessions

  Jun 29, 202639 min

  In this episode, Dr. Margaret Lamar talks with counselor educator, researcher, and entrepreneur Dr. Carlos Castaneda about the evolving role of artificial intelligence in counseling and counselor education. They explore how AI can support clients between sessions, enhance counselor training through simulations, and reduce administrative burden while maintaining ethical, human-centered care. The conversation highlights both the opportunities and challenges of AI, emphasizing the importance of cultural responsiveness, bias mitigation, and keeping counselors firmly "in the loop." For more on our guests, links from the conversation, and APA citation for this episode visit https://concept.paloaltou.edu/resources/the-thoughtful-counselor-podcast The Thoughtful Counselor is created in partnership with Palo Alto University's Division of Continuing & Professional Studies. Learn more at concept.paloaltou.edu

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  EP315: Counseling Research and Practice with Nonreligious Clients

  Jun 18, 202640 min

  In this episode, The Thoughtful Counselor welcomes Dr. Dena Abbott to discuss their newest edited work,Culturally Responsive Mental Health Practice with Nonreligious Clients. Dr. Abbott and contributing host Dr. Theo Burnes discuss the unique barriers for non religious clients. Topics addressed include tips and strategies for counselors working with non religious clients. Drs. Abbott and Burnes also speak about the writing and publication process for authors interested in mental health topics. For more on our guests, links from the conversation, and APA citation for this episode visit https://concept.paloaltou.edu/resources/the-thoughtful-counselor-podcast The Thoughtful Counselor is created in partnership with Palo Alto University's Division of Continuing & Professional Studies. Learn more at concept.paloaltou.edu

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  EP314: Counselors' Roles in Integrated Behavioral Health

  May 20, 202651 minS0

  <p>In this episode, we explore the growing impact of integrated behavioral healthcare and why embedding mental health counseling into primary care settings leads to better outcomes for clients, providers, and health systems. Our guest, Dr. Nic Schmoyer-Edmiston discusses how integrated models improve access, reduce waitlists, support health equity, and ease provider burnout, while normalizing mental health as a core part of overall wellness.</p> <p> </p> <p >For more on our guests, links from the conversation, and APA citation for this episode visit https://concept.paloaltou.edu/resources/the-thoughtful-counselor-podcast </p> <p>The Thoughtful Counselor is created in partnership with Pa...

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  EP313: AI Client Simulation in Counselor Education: What do we know?

  Mar 20, 202652 minS0

  <p >Dr. Rakesh Maurya shares research based practice guidance on how counselor educators can successfully utilize AI in client simulation training for students. </p> <p >For more on our guests, links from the conversation, and APA citation for this episode visit https://concept.paloaltou.edu/resources/the-thoughtful-counselor-podcast </p> <p>The Thoughtful Counselor is created in partnership with Palo Alto University's Division of Continuing<br /> & Professional Studies. Learn more at concept.paloaltou.edu</p>

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