Counselling Tutor Podcast
Episodes
359 – Getting Over Cancellation Guilt
13 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Supporting Therapists and Clients Through Peri and Post Menopause - Door Knobbing in Counselling In Episode 359 of the Counselling Tutor ...
358 – Letting Go of the Outcome in Counselling
06 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Horn Effect and Autism – Don’t Lose You in Counselling Training In Episode 358 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory ...
357 – Planning for Alternative Supervision Cover
29 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Maximising Your Website Presence – Should Counselling Students Pay for a Placement? In Episode 357 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, yo...
356 – Lying in Therapy
22 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
EMDR: A 21st-Century Approach to Trauma – AI and Plagiarism in Counselling Training In Episode 356 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, yo...
355 – The Importance of a Clinical Will
15 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Cost of Caring with Ona Clark – Client Desires, Therapist Boundaries - Erotic Transference Explored In Episode 355 of the Counselli...
354 – Personal Triggers in Counselling Training
08 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Draft BACP Ethical Framework for 2025 – REBT: Clear Definitions In Episode 354 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-O...
Special Edition: CPCAB Level 5 Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling
01 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this special edition of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, Rory Lees-Oakes is joined by Dr. Liz Nicholl, Qualifications Development Manager at CPCAB, f...
353 – Understanding Autism and Attachment Difficulties
25 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Relational Safeguards in AI Tools – Making Sense of Frame of Reference In Episode 353 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory...
352 – Talking Honestly About Switching Supervisors
18 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Grandparent Alienation - Navigating Challenges with Tutors In Episode 352 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes an...
351 – Moral Injury in Therapy
11 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Counselling, Class and Politics - Linking Theory to Practice In Episode 351 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kel...
350 – Starting as a Counsellor
03 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Weight Loss Drugs and Disordered Eating - Reasonable Adjustments on a Counselling Course In Episode 350 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast,...
349 – How Supervision Shapes Better Therapists
27 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Email Counselling with Chloe Foster - Understanding Personal Therapy in Counsellor Training In Episode 349 of the Counselling Tutor Podca...
348 – Barriers to Diversity in Supervision
20 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Practice Management with iMatta - Non-Judgement as a Way of Living In episode 348 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-...
347 – Why Autism-Informed Therapy Matters
13 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Financial Resilience for Counsellors – Why Counselling Trainees Doubt Themselves In Episode 347 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your ...
346 – Triangulation and Trauma
06 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Domestic Abuse Awareness – Why a Year of Skills Training Matters In Episode 346 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-...
345 – Working with Rehearsed Material
30 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Perimenopause and Therapist Identity - Counselling Skills: A Deeper Look at Reflection In Episode 345 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, y...
344 – Ethical Use of AI in Therapy
28 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Introducing Therapy for Addiction - Learning Never Stops – Planning Your CPD In Episode 344 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your host...
343 – Why Have an Online and Telephone Informed Supervisor?
21 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Race and Everyday Friction – Ending Well in Counselling Training In Episode 343 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-...
342 – The Art of Apologising as a Counsellor
14 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Shame in Supervision – Creative Learning During an Academic Break In Episode 342 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees...
341 – Everyday Trauma
07 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Working with Parents of Children with Disabilities – What to Do if You Don’t Get Onto the Next Course In Episode 341 of the Counselli...
340 – Can Clients Ask You to Delete Their Data?
24 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Supporting Male Survivors of Sexual Abuse - Carl Rogers'Seven Stages of Process In Episode 340 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hos...
339 – Dual Relationships in Counselling and Psychotherapy
17 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Practising Good Self-care – What is My Counselling Philosophy? In Episode 339 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oa...
338 – Supporting Suicidal Clients
10 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
REBT for Pain Management and Exercise - Counselling Skills Feedback In Episode 338 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees...
337 – Talking to Children About Death
03 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
iCloud Changes and Client Confidentiality – Dealing with DNAs in Placement and Practice In Episode 337 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast...
336 – Building your Counselling CV
26 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) – Reviewing Client Progress In Episode 336 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-O...
335 – Extra-Therapeutic Factors in Supervision
18 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Supporting Male Clients in Therapy – How to Begin a Counselling Session In Episode 334 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Ror...
WebHealer Special Episode
04 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Understanding Website Design for Therapists with Daragh McLaughlin Key Takeaways: Ensuring Your Website’s Future:Your website is an ...
334 – Managing Triggers and Flashbacks
29 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Selective Mutism – Ideal Client Load for Student Counsellors In Episode 334 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oake...
333 – Dunning-Kruger Effect in Trauma-Informed Therapy
22 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Autistic Therapists in Practice - The Essential Skill of Academic Referencing In Episode 333 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts...
332 – Developing an Online Mindset
15 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
AI in Therapy - Comparing Ethical Frameworks In Episode 332 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly gu...
331 – Ethical Dilemmas in Supervision
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Working with Life-restricting Conditions - Challenging Stereotypes in Counselling In Episode 331 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your h...
330 – Working with Clients Abroad
01 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Importance of Psychosexual Therapy - Meeting Supervision Hour Requirements In Episode 330 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Ro...
329 – Distinguishing PTSD and Complex PTSD
22 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Navigating Client Complaints Effectively - Managing Observed Skills Sessions In Episode 329 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts ...
Special Edition: Expanding Therapeutic Approaches with NHS Policies
15 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Special Edition: Expanding Therapeutic Approaches with NHS Policies In this Special Edition of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your host R...
328 – Professional Letter Writing
08 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Couples Therapy using the Developmental Model - Choosing the Therapy Modality In Episode 328 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts...
327 – 7-eyed Model of Supervision in Clinical Practice
01 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
PD Groups for Counsellors - Supportive Supervision before Placement In Episode 327 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees...
326 – Ambiguous Loss
25 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Virtual Reality in Therapy - Vicarious Trauma In Episode 326 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly t...
325 – Applying Attachment Theory
18 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Neurodivergence and Eating Disorders - Managing Overwhelm In Episode 325 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and...
324 – Regulation of Counselling and Psychotherapy
11 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Managing Risk in Online Therapy - Contracting in Counselling In Episode 324 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes ...
323 – Engaging with Clinical Supervision
04 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Regulation in Counselling and Psychotherapy - Power Up your Counselling Skills through Observation In Episode 323 of the Counselling Tuto...
322 – Theory of Mind
14 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Statutory Regulation in Counselling and Psychotherapy - Dual Relationships in Counselling In Episode 322 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast...
321 – Online Counselling for Neurodivergent Clients
07 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Counselling Boys and Men Part 2 - Managing Boundaries in Counselling In Episode 321 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lee...
320 – Preparing the Therapeutic Environment
30 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Navigating the Complaints Process Part 2 - Skill of Challenge in Counselling In Episode 320 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts ...
319 – Double Empathy Problem
23 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Navigating the Complaints Process - Developing Your Inner Supervisor In Episode 319 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lee...
318 – Autism and the Law
16 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Relational Ethics in Psychotherapy and Counselling Private Practice - Claiming Expenses as a Placement Counsellor In Episode 318 of the C...
317 – Strengths and Challenges in Autism
09 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Finding Work through EAP - Closing a Skills Session In Episode 317 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken K...
316 – See the Individual, Not the Label
02 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Child Abuse in Online Interactions - Listen to Understand, Not to Respond In Episode 316 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Ror...
315 – Neurodivergence and Autism
26 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Digital Tools in Online Therapy Sessions - Developing an Emotional Vocabulary In Episode 315 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts...
314 – Perspectives and Definitions of Trauma
12 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Language and the Therapeutic Relationship - Research Projects and What to Research In Episode 314 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your ...
313 – What is Trauma-Informed Practice
05 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Transitioning from Student to Qualified Practitioner - Working Around Barriers in Communication In Episode 313 of the Counselling Tutor P...
312 – Working Within Your Competence
28 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Critical Incident Debriefing - The Importance of your 'Why' In Episode 312 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes a...
311 – Confidentiality Laws for Therapists
21 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Personal Preparation Plan for Trauma-Informed Practice - Discussing Racial Identity Respectfully In Episode 311 of the Counselling Tutor ...
310 – Importance of PD Groups
14 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Relational Depth in Trauma Therapy - Getting Your Reading List in Order In Episode 310 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory ...
309 – How to Recognise Vicarious Trauma
07 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Online Trauma Therapy - Exploring Neurodivergence Creatively in Therapy In Episode 309 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory ...
308– Grounding Techniques for Trauma
31 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Writing Creatively in Therapy - Trauma: What Counselling Students Need to Know In Episode 308 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your host...
Special Edition: The Importance of Human Connection in Counselling Training
13 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Special Edition: The Importance of Human Connection in Counselling Training In this Special Episode of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, you...
307 – Neurodivergent-Affirming Therapy
29 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Growing and Evolving as a Counsellor - Reflecting on Your Counselling Training Journey In Episode 307 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, y...
306 – Recognising Suicide Risk in Therapy Clients
22 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Unmasking Neurodivergence and Ethnicity Using Digital Tools - Giving Feedback to Your Tutors In Episode 306 of the Counselling Tutor Podc...
305 – Reasonable Adjustments in Counselling
15 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Couples Counselling - What to Do about Gifts from Clients In Episode 305 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and...
304 – Autism-Informed Supervisor
08 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Psychotherapeutic Needs of Mothers Returning to Work after Maternity Leave - Taking a Course during the Summer Break In Episode 304 of th...
303 – Safeguarding Clients in Online or Phone Therapy
01 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Supporting Frontline Workers: Interview with Frontline19 CEO - Getting Books and Resources for the Next Leg of Your Studies In Episode 30...
302 – Shame in Supervision
18 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Pre-Trial Therapy Considerations - Managing Next-Level Overwhelm in Your Counselling Training
301 – Skills-First Learning for Counsellors
11 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Interview with Renee McDonald - Preparing for the Ending of Your Counselling Course
300 – Trauma-Informed Interventions for Therapists
04 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Practicing Online Therapy with Clients Abroad - Preparing for Final Submissions
299 – Differences between Counselling Young People and Adults
27 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Taking Risks in Therapy - Referencing for Assignments In Episode 299 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken...
298 – Self-Care for Counsellors
20 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Addressing Racial Identity - Neurodivergence within PD Groups In Episode 298 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes...
297 – Scams Targeting Therapists
13 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Using Counselling Skills as a Filmmaker - Finding Your Voice in Supervision In Episode 297 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts R...
Special Edition: Blogging for Therapists
06 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Special Edition: Blogging for Therapists In this special episode of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your host Rory Lees-Oakes speaks with ...
296 – Counsellor Safety
23 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Working with Men Abused by Women - Preparing for Your Counselling Residential In Episode 296 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts...
295 – Outdoor Therapy for Children
16 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Enhancing Your First Contact with Counselling Clients - Challenges of Compulsory Placement Supervision In Episode 295 of the Counselling ...
294 – Linking Theory to Practice in Counselling
09 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Finding New Therapy Clients through Blogging - Combining REBT with Fitness Coaching In Episode 294 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your...
293 – EAP Counselling
02 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Why Hire an Accountant - How to Handle Negative Feedback In Episode 293 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and ...
292 – Working with Self-Harm in Therapy
24 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ethical Framework in Supervision - Do's and Don'ts of Logging Client Hours In Episode 292 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Ro...
291 – Counselling Neurodivergent Young People
17 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Changing Supervisors - AI and Transcribing Skills Sessions In Episode 291 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes an...
290 – Trauma-Informed Therapist
03 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Counselling Transgender People - Why Students Should Have Their Own Insurance In Episode 290 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts...
289 – Why Become a Clinical Supervisor
27 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Using Digital Tools in Online Therapy - Comparing and Contrasting Counselling Theories In Episode 289 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, y...
288 – How Counselling Training Affects Your Personal Relationships
20 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
7 Habits of an Effective Counselling Supervisor - Seeking Counselling for a Loved One In Episode 288 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, yo...
287 – Adoption Counselling
13 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Exploring the Accreditation Process - Joining a Professional Body from a Student Perspective In Episode 287 of the Counselling Tutor Podc...
286 – AI and Confidentiality
06 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Supporting the Children of Narcissistic Parents in Divorce - Planning Your Placement Journey The Counselling Tutor Podcast is back for Ep...
Special Edition: SEO for Therapy Websites
02 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Special Edition: SEO for Therapy Websites In this special episode of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, listen as your host Rory Lees-Oakes s...
Special Edition: CPCAB Taster
23 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Special Edition: CPCAB Taster In this week's Special Episode of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your host Rory Lees-Oakes speaks with Dere...
285 – Canine Therapy
16 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Getting Your Counselling Assignment in Order - How Abuse Narratives in the Media Generate Inquiries In Episode 285 of the Counselling Tut...
284 – Dangers of Smart Devices in the Therapy Room
09 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Why We Learn Counselling Theory - Managing Client Breaks Over the Holidays In Episode 284 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Ro...
283 – Legal Obligations of Counsellors
02 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Idiosyncratic Empathy - Being a Placement Manager In Episode 283 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kel...
282 – Counselling from Home
25 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Choosing and Using Academic Text - Critical Incident Debriefing In Episode 282 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oak...
281 – Cancellation Policy for Therapists
18 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Counselling Fundamentals - Aphantasia In Episode 281 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly take us t...
280 – Overcoming Imposter Syndrome as a Therapist
11 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Hidden Third Person in the Therapy Room - Games in Transactional Analysis In Episode 280 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts...
279 – Complicated Grief
04 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Accreditation Pros and Cons - What Motivates People to Become Counsellors In Episode 279 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Ror...
Special Edition – Website for Counselling Practice
28 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Special Edition - Website for Counselling Practice In this special episode of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your host Rory Lees-Oakes is...
278 – How to Deal with Ethical Issues in Counselling
21 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Registering with the ICO - Embracing Emotions In Episode 278 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly a...
277 – Discussing Payment with Therapy Clients
14 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Confidentiality in Counselling - Setting Up a Private Practice In Episode 277 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oake...
276 – Career Counselling
07 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Carl Rogers' Potato Analogy - Client-Centred Ethics In Episode 276 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken K...
275 – Tax for Therapists
30 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Why Ethics Matters in Counselling - What Happens in Counselling Sessions In Episode 275 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory...
274 – Cultural Competence in Counselling
23 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Settling into a New Counselling Group - Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapy In Episode 274 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Ro...
273 – How to Develop a Therapist Network
16 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Planning Your Research Project - Kink in the Therapy Room In Episode 273 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and...
272 – Roleplaying Games in Therapy
09 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Myth of the Core Conditions - Should You Become an Accredited Counsellor? In Episode 272 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts...
271– How Counsellors Can Use AI
02 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Handling Disagreements with Colleagues - Disability and Therapy In Episode 271 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oak...
Special Edition: Therapist Website
08 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Special Edition: Therapist Website In this Special Edition Podcast from Counselling Tutor, your host Rory Lees-Oakes speaks with Daragh M...
270 – Looking Up Therapy Clients on Social Media
01 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Processing Endings - Pet Bereavement In Episode 270 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast - the last of this academic year - your hosts Rory L...
269 – Compassion Fatigue in Counsellors
24 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When Therapy Clients 'Ghost' You - Hungers and Strokes in Transactional Analysis In Episode 269 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your ho...