Understanding Mind-Body Pain: A Neuroplastic Approach for Mental Health Providers with Dr. David Clarke | continuing education for mental health counselors and therapists | NBCC approved | Podcourse | trauma
Continuing Education for Mental Health Counselors: Therapy Show with Lisa Mustard
Release Date: 06/20/2025
Why Therapists Don’t Need to Be Influencers to Make More Money with Lisa Mustard | private practice | therapist | continuing education
Continuing Education for Mental Health Counselors: Therapy Show with Lisa Mustard
Many therapists feel a pull to create income outside of the one-to-one therapy model, but feel conflicted about influencer culture, constant posting, or anything that feels misaligned with their professional values. In this episode, I explore how therapists can diversify their income by teaching, without becoming influencers or leaving the field. I break down why teaching is a natural extension of clinical work, how continuing education fits ethically within scope, and why so many therapists already have teachable expertise without realizing it. I discuss practical, realistic options for...
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Treating Teen Anxiety: Clinical Strategies for Therapists with Ann Mac Prevost, LPC | Private Practice | Professional Development | Family Systems
Continuing Education for Mental Health Counselors: Therapy Show with Lisa Mustard
In this episode of The Therapy Show, I chat with Ann Mac Prevost, a licensed professional counselor who specializes in teen anxiety. Ann Mac dives into how anxiety shows up in today's teens, why it’s more prevalent than ever, and how parents and therapists can help teens manage it effectively. We also explore the role of family systems, the impact of social media, and practical tools that support emotional growth in adolescents. In this episode, we cover: The most common anxiety presentations in teens today Why COVID and smartphones have intensified anxiety in adolescents How to know when...
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How Therapists Become Educators (Without Leaving Clinical Work) with Lisa Mustard | continuing education | Podcourses | private practice
Continuing Education for Mental Health Counselors: Therapy Show with Lisa Mustard
At some point in your career as a therapist, the work begins to shift. You may feel a quiet pull to share what you’ve learned beyond the therapy room but feel unsure what that means or whether you’re “qualified” to teach. In this episode, I explore the transition from clinician to educator and why this identity shift can feel both exciting and uncomfortable. I talk about common myths therapists hold about teaching, ethical considerations, visibility, and how stepping into an educator role doesn’t require a new certification or a major career change. If you’re a mid-career or...
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How to Support Families Affected by Addiction Without Shame or Blame with S. Jeff Jones | Treatment | Family Therapy | Private Practice
Continuing Education for Mental Health Counselors: Therapy Show with Lisa Mustard
🫐Sponsored by Berries: Use code for $50 off your first month - .🫐 In this episode I sit down with S. Jeff Jones, a therapist, interventionist, coach and author of . Jeff shares how his personal experiences and professional journey led him to develop a new, empowering model for working with families affected by addiction. We dive into why the traditional addiction framework often falls short—especially when it comes to supporting families—and how shame-based language can actually prevent healing. Jeff explains the difference between enabling addiction and...
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Therapy Without Bias: Serving Politically Underserved Clients with Dr. Andrew Hartz | Private Practice | Political Stress
Continuing Education for Mental Health Counselors: Therapy Show with Lisa Mustard
In this episode I had a powerful conversation with Dr. Andrew Hartz, a clinical psychologist and founder of the Open Therapy Institute. We explored how politics, values, and therapy are increasingly showing up together in the therapy room and why that matters for both clients and clinicians. What’s New with : Berries now lets you generate a complete, personalized treatment plan in seconds - built from your diagnoses, session notes, and clinical preferences, using customizable templates that match your voice and style. Its powerful “golden thread” ensures your treatment plan and notes...
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Smarter Marketing Strategies for Therapists with Continuing Education Courses with Lisa Mustard | Podcourses | Burnout | NBCC approved
Continuing Education for Mental Health Counselors: Therapy Show with Lisa Mustard
I’m breaking down what to do when the Facebook group grind stops working. I share real, practical strategies that I’ve used myself to market my continuing education Podcourses, without burning out or relying solely on social media. I talk about: Why Facebook posts lose momentum How to build a simple email marketing funnel that actually works Why partnerships and podcast guesting can open new doors The power of searchable, evergreen content And how to make it ridiculously easy for someone to buy your course If you’re tired of spinning your wheels, this episode will help you pivot, not...
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How to Plan Your Continuing Education, Certifications & Clinical Goals for 2026 with Lisa Mustard | Private Practice | Professional Development
Continuing Education for Mental Health Counselors: Therapy Show with Lisa Mustard
I’m helping you plan your 2026 growth goals in this episode, whether that’s continuing education courses, certifications, clinical skills, or supervision. If you’re feeling a little unsure about where to focus next year, this is your chance to reflect, regroup, and set a clear, simple direction for your professional development. I’ll walk you through how to identify what actually worked in 2025, choose what’s worth your time in 2026, and share a few of my favorite tools that save time and reduce overwhelm - including a note-writing AI I’m loving, and a free CE Course Builder I...
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How Therapists Can Create CE Courses: Free CE Course Builder for Mental Health Clinicians with Lisa Mustard | continuing education | Podcourses | therapist entrepreneurship
Continuing Education for Mental Health Counselors: Therapy Show with Lisa Mustard
Sponsored by Berries AI: Use code for $50 off your first month - . If you are a therapist or counselor looking for continuing education, check out my NBCC Approved and other . In this episode of The Therapy Show, I share something I’ve been working on behind the scenes - a free tool I created just for mental health clinicians: the , a custom GPT designed to help you create and launch your own continuing education courses. If you've ever thought about teaching but felt overwhelmed by the tech, compliance, or where to even start,...
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How Therapists Can Use AI Right Now: Tools, Trends & What’s Coming with Kym Tolson | marketing | private practice | mental health chatbots
Continuing Education for Mental Health Counselors: Therapy Show with Lisa Mustard
Sponsored by Berries: Use code for $50 off your first month - . If you are a therapist or counselor looking for continuing education, check out my NBCC Approved and other . I’m thrilled to welcome back my good friend and brilliant multi-passionate entrepreneur, Kym Tolson. If you’ve ever wondered how therapists can use AI to streamline their work, generate new income streams, or simply stop drowning in admin tasks, you’re going to love this conversation. Kym and I dive deep into her newest creation, The Thera AI Hub, a growing...
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Turning Podcasts into Continuing Education Courses: Dr. Tobin Richardson’s Journey with Save the Therapist | therapist entrepreneurship | affordable CEUs for therapists | professional development
Continuing Education for Mental Health Counselors: Therapy Show with Lisa Mustard
Sponsored by Berries: Use code for $50 off your first month - . If you are a therapist or counselor looking for continuing education, check out my NBCC Approved and other . In this episode of The Therapy Show, I’m thrilled to chat with Dr. Tobin Richardson, a fellow continuing education creator and the founder of . We dive into how Tobin combined his passion for narrative podcasting and his background in counselor education to create a unique, story-driven CE platform for therapists. He shares the behind-the-scenes of launching CE...
info_outlineNeuroplastic symptoms - also known as psychophysiologic or mind-body symptoms - represent a significant portion of clinical presentations, yet they are frequently misunderstood or overlooked in both medical and mental health settings. In this informative and practical Podcourse, which qualifies for one continuing education contact hour, Dr. David Clarke, a pioneer in the field of mind-body medicine, joins me, to explore the prevalence, psychosocial origins, and effective treatment strategies for neuroplastic symptoms.
Through clinical examples, research findings, and actionable therapeutic approaches, participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of how unresolved emotional conflicts, trauma, and personality traits contribute to chronic, non-structural physical symptoms. Dr. Clarke also outlines simple, accessible methods therapists can use to assess and address these symptoms in their practice—even without extensive medical training.
This course is ideal for mental health professionals seeking to broaden their clinical skills and improve outcomes for clients presenting with unexplained pain, fatigue, and other somatic complaints.
By listening to this episode, you'll be able to:
- Describe the prevalence and nature of neuroplastic symptoms.
- Assess the psychosocial causes of neuroplastic symptoms.
- Develop strategies for the successful treatment of neuroplastic symptoms.
If you are a therapist or counselor looking for continuing education, check out my NBCC Approved $5 Podcourses and other continuing education offerings.Plus, get your first Podcourse half off.
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Coping with Political Stress eBook & Workbook: This 62-page guide is packed with reflection exercises, grounding practices, and strategies to help you manage media consumption and reconnect with your values. You can edit the ebook workbook with your branding and share with your clients.
Not a therapist but want the guide, click HERE.
Get Deep-Dive Therapist Conversation Framework (Printable PDF) Navigating Politics in Therapy Without Taking Sides: For my fellow therapists, this printable guide includes 97 essential questions to help you navigate political conversations in sessions with compassion and without taking sides.
Get my Solution-Focused Therapy Guide: 72 Questions for Adult Clients + Therapist Prompts: This comprehensive, therapist-designed framework helps you confidently guide clients through strengths-based, forward-looking conversations using the principles of Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT). This tool supports adult clients in clarifying what they want, accessing their resources, and taking meaningful steps toward change.
The Therapy Show with Lisa Mustard is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered a substitute for professional advice. Always consult with your own healthcare provider regarding any personal health or medical conditions.