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Continuing Education for Mental Health Counselors: Therapy Show with Lisa Mustard
Release Date: 09/04/2025
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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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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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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🫐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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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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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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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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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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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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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...
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In this episode of The Therapy Show, I’m joined by psychologist and USA Today bestselling author Dr. Chloe Carmichael to discuss her upcoming book Can I Say That? Why Free Speech Matters and How to Use It Fearlessly. We dive into the mental health benefits of speaking authentically, from lowering anxiety and calming the brain to building stronger relationships through open dialogue.
Dr. Chloe discusses how naming emotions reduces stress, why mindful self-expression matters, and what therapists can do to navigate political or polarizing conversations without losing neutrality. I also share my own story of learning to use my voice more confidently - even in challenging family conversations.
If you’ve ever struggled with self-censorship, worried about conflict, or wanted practical tools to model courageous communication in your sessions and personal life, this conversation will encourage and equip you.
Learn more about Dr. Chloe, preorder Can I Say That?, connect on social media.