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Counselling Tutor podcast362: Working with Clients Who Have a Psychiatric DiagnosisIn Episode 362 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 explore working with clients who have a psychiatric diagnosis, considering how to approach this work ethically, including navigating risk, understanding medication, and maintaining person-centred care. Then in 'Practice Matters', Rory catches up with Alex Gulland, a year after she qualified, to hear what the transition from student to practitioner has really been like – from building a client base to discovering a passion for equine-assisted therapy. And finally in 'Student Services', Ken an...
2026-01-171h 25
Good Enough CounsellorsWhat is equine assisted therapy? With Alex GullandHave you ever wondered how horses can play a role in therapy? In this fascinating episode, Josephine Hughes is joined by Alex Gulland, an equine therapist who works with clients alongside horses to support emotional healing and personal growth. Alex shares how equine therapy works, who it’s best suited for, and why the presence of horses can help people in ways that traditional therapy might not. Whether you're a therapist curious about equine-assisted work or someone interested in alternative approaches to healing, this episode will give you insights into the unique connection between humans and horses.Ta...
2025-03-2044 min
This Won't Fix YouMirrors of the Soul; What is Equine Therapy: B-SideIn this special B-side episode, host Nadine hands the reins over to equine practitioner Alex Gulland. Alex walks you through the process of a first session in equine therapy, from initial client assessments, to a serene body scan amidst nature, and finally incorporating therapy with horses. Alex brings you to Silver Birch Animal Therapy Farm, detailing the therapeutic benefits of working with horses and what clients can expect. Alex Gullands's Linkswww.contentedpeople.co.ukwww.silverbirchanimaltherapycic.co.ukMusic credithttps://artlist.io/Send me a text (Note: I...
2024-11-2919 minThis Won't Fix YouEmotional Mirrors Of The Soul, Benefits of Equine Therapy: A-SideHow much do we know what is going on inside our bodies? How much do we ever really know about what we give off that other people around us are picking up on unconsciously (or consciously!)? This episode, Equine Practitioner, Alex Gulland and I talk about how horses can be seen as emotional mirrors to our internal worlds. Horses, being prey animals, are incredibly sensitive to our energy, our stress levels and our emotions generally. Alex shares how powerful it can be for people to work therapeutically with horses. I am sure you will be able to...
2024-11-1547 min
Tales from the Green Benches: An Oral History of ParliamentJoining the PartyMany of us have an interest in politics or want to help a cause, but most won’t turn this passion into a career in Parliament! Within the History of Parliament’s Oral History project we don’t just ask former MPs about their time in the Chamber, but ask questions about individuals’ upbringing or family life, all in an effort to work out why these people found themselves affiliated to a certain political party and fighting for a seat in the Commons. In our second episode we look into the motivations behind pursuing a politica...
2024-11-1133 min
Counselling Tutor podcast313 – What is Trauma-Informed PracticeTransitioning from Student to Qualified Practitioner - Working Around Barriers in Communication
In Episode 313 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', Rory and Ken ask what is trauma-informed practice?
Then in 'Practice Matters', Rory speaks with Alex Gulland about her transition from student to qualified counsellor.
And lastly in 'Student Services', we look at barriers in communication.
What is Trauma-Informed Practice [starts at 03:13 mins]
Understanding and responding to the impact of trauma is essential to be able to best serve our clients. In...
2024-10-0500 min
Counselling Tutor podcast313 - What is Trauma-Informed PracticeIn Episode 313 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', Rory and Ken ask what is trauma-informed practice? Then in 'Practice Matters', Rory speaks with Alex Gulland about her transition from student to qualified counsellor. And lastly in 'Student Services', we look at barriers in communication.
2024-10-051h 08Counselling Tutor podcast297 – Scams Targeting TherapistsUsing Counselling Skills as a Filmmaker - Finding Your Voice in Supervision
In Episode 297 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', Rory and Ken discuss navigating and protecting yourself from scams targeting therapists.
Then in 'Practice Matters', Rory speaks with Alex Gulland about how, as a filmmaker, she uses counselling skills to make sure the people she interviews are heard and understood.
And lastly in 'Student Services', we look at finding your voice in supervision.
Avoiding Scams Targeting Therapists [starts at 03:25 mins]
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2024-04-131h 06
Counselling Tutor podcast297 – Scams Targeting TherapistsIn Episode 297 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', Rory and Ken discuss navigating and protecting yourself from scams targeting therapists. Then in 'Practice Matters', Rory speaks with Alex Gulland about how, as a filmmaker, she uses counselling skills to make sure the people she interviews are heard and understood. And lastly in 'Student Services', we look at finding your voice in supervision.
2024-04-131h 06