Passing your National Licensing Exam
Getting licensed can open up incredible opportunities, but the exam can seem daunting. Our podcasts make passing more achievable and even fun. Dr Hutchinson and Stacy’s energy and passion for this content will get you motivated and confident.
We break things down in understandable ways - no stuffiness or complexity and focus on the critical parts you need so your valuable study time counts. You’ll come away feeling like, “I can do this!” Whether it’s nailing down diagnoses, theoretical approaches, or applying ethics in challenging situations, we help you get into a licensed mindset. Knowledge domains we cover in these podcasts include:
Professional Practice and Ethics
Intake, Assessment, & Diagnosis
Areas of Clinical Focus
Treatment Planning
Counseling Skills and Interventions
Core Counseling Attributes
And, of course, the DSM-5-TR.
If you listen, you might surprise yourself at how much you absorb and enjoy it along the way. Take that first step – you’ll gain confidence and valuable skills and feel confident getting ready for your licensing exam!
- Update frequency
- every 5 days
- Average duration
- 10 minutes
- Episodes
- 145
- Years Active
- 2022 - 2025
Career: Roe's Fields and Levels Matrix
Ready to have your mind expanded? Prepare to venture deep into the intriguing universe of career choice as guided by Anne Roe's ground-breaking perspective. We illuminate the significan…
Demystifying Disorders: Excoriation Disorder
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Have you ever wondered about the intricate world of excoriation disorder? Buckle up as we, Stacy and Linton, journey into this complex terrain, illuminating the dark corne…
50. Demystifying Disorders: Prolonged Grief Disorder and Uncomplicated Bereavement
Ever find grief a difficult terrain to navigate? Ever tried to distinguish between prolonged grief disorder and uncomplicated bereavement? Well, folks, this episode will help you do jus…
Development: Piaget's Stages of Development
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Ready to unlock the mysteries of the mind? Join us on a captivating journey through the groundbreaking theories of Jean Piaget., where we'll decode the fascinating world o…
Demystifying Disorders: Understanding PTSD, Acute Stress, and Adjustment Disorders
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Ever wondered about the subtle differences between PTSD, acute stress disorder, and adjustment disorder? Fear not, as Dr. Linton Hutchinson and Stacey Frost are here to cl…
Group Therapy: Corey's Stages of Group Development
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Ready for an enlightening journey into the world of group therapy? Well, buckle up because we've got a dynamic episode lined up for you. Join us, Dr. Linton Hutchinson and…
46. Theory to Therapy: TransTheoretical Model of Change
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Ever wondered how to navigate the convoluted road to behavioral change? Well, you're in the right place. Together with the insightful Dr. Linton Hutchinson and the lively …
Theory to Therapy: Logotherapy vs Gestalt Therapy
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Have you ever wondered what the famed psychotherapy pioneers Viktor Frankl and Fritz Perls would discuss if given a chance? Prepare to have your curiosity piqued as we hos…
Demystifying Disorders: Bulimia vs Anorexia
Ever wondered about the intricacies of eating disorders such as bulimia nervosa and anorexia nervosa? What if you could unravel the complexities of these disorders and understand their …
Theory to Therapy: Psychoanalysis
Do you ever find yourself pondering over the complexities of your own mind? Ever wished you could delve into the depths of your psyche and uncover the hidden depths that drive your ever…
40. Microskills: Summarization
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Are you ready to transform your therapy sessions? We're inviting you on a journey to discover the subtle yet powerful tool of summarization in our latest episode. Join…
Theory to Therapy: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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Have you ever wondered why Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) garners so much attention in Mental Health? Are you curious how changing your thoughts can transform your fee…
Career: Holland
What if there was a guide that could help you navigate the maze of career options and lead you to a path of success and satisfaction? Welcome to this intriguing episode, where we discus…
Study Smarter: Interleaving
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Ever wondered why your study sessions don't yield the results you desire? What if there was a more effective way to prepare for your licensure exams? Join Stacy Frost and…
Theory to Therapy: Tackling Exam Anxiety through Gestalt Therapy
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Ever wondered how Gestalt therapy can transform the lives of those grappling with anxiety? This episode holds the promise of equipping you with the knowledge of just that.…
Theory to Therapy: Emotionally Focused Therapy
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Have you ever found yourself smack in the middle of a heated moment and wondered, "How did I get here?" Or maybe, you've seen patterns in your relationships that you just …
Microskills: Self-Disclosure in Therapy
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What's the secret to creating a robust therapist-client relationship, you ask? The answer could be as simple as sharing a bit of yourself. In our latest podcast episode, w…
Theory to Therapy: Transactional Analysis
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What if you had the power to fundamentally shift your personal and professional relationships? Hop on a thrilling journey with us, Linton, Stacy, and Eric, as we dissect t…
Theory to therapy: Adlerian Therapy
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Get ready to embark on a captivating journey into the heart of Adlerian therapy with Linton and Stacy. This episode will reveal the secrets of Alfred Adler's pioneerin…
Microskills: The Art of Validation and Normalization
Ever felt like you were the only one dealing with something, only to discover that it's more common than you thought? This realization can be liberating, and it's something we therapist…