The Nerdie Therapist
Roll the dice and venture forth into "The Nerdie Therapist," where therapy meets enchantment and creativity flourishes. Guided by Jen Hyatt, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist from the mystical shores of sunny California, this podcast is your portal to a world where the mundane, heroic, and mystical realms merge seamlessly.
At The Nerdie Therapist (TNT), we explore the rich tapestry of psychotherapy, blending ancient lore with modern innovation to forge a unique path on the therapeutic quest. Each episode is a vibrant gathering of authenticity and unconventional methods, crafted to empower and inspire therapists, mental health professionals, and all adventurers drawn to the weaving together of psychology, fandom, and mysticism.
Travel with us on a journey through the magical landscapes of mental health and wellness. From epic tales of resilience in therapy to strategies for personal and professional growth, "The Nerdie Therapist" invites you to channel wisdom, compassion, and geeky enthusiasm. Navigate the depths of the human experience and discover your inner hero with every tale told.
Join our community of mystical seekers by subscribing to "The Nerdie Therapist." Never miss an episode of this enchanting adventure as we continue to conjure wonders together, challenging the conventional realms of mental health. Tune in, and let’s shake things up in the most magical way possible.
TOS (2022-2023): Therapists Off Script is a podcast designed with therapists in mind as we discuss all things psychotherapy practice…the good, the bad, and the truly mind blowing adventure of being a therapist in process as we dive deep, join together, and empower others for the journey of a lifetime.
The Nerdie Therapist
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Hang Out with Jen & Alyx as we discuss the ins and outs of mental health assessments 😊
In this episode Jen & Alex talk about:
- Assessment
- Unraveling the Client Narrative
- Incorporating Games
- Building Rapport
- Preliminary Diagnosis
- Meeting Medical Necessity
- Holistic versus Medical Mindsets
- Housekeeping Discussions (Legal and Ethical)
- Setting the Framework of Session One
- Building the Foundation before the House
- Issuing a Superbill
- Suicidal Ideation (SI) and Homicidal Ideation (HI)
- Safety Response Plans
- Making the Most of Your Time as an Associate
- To Diagnose or Not?
- Functional Baseline
- Self-Pay versus Insurance
- Documentation (Assess, Diagnose, and Treat)
- How to Handle Cancellations, No Shows, and Reschedules
- Sick Policy
- The Clinical Loop
- Psychiatric Emergencies
- Therapist and Client Social Run In Policy via Confidentiality
- Healthy Boundaries
- Therapist Timer to Conclude Sessions
- Establishing Assessment Timing and Session Timing
- Physical and Mental Health Overlap
- FIDO Scores
- Scaling Domains
- Theoretical Orientations
- Gathering Allergies and Sensory Sensitivities
- Barriers to Change within a Session
- Proxmetrics
- PHQ-9 and GAD7
- Keyboard Clicking while in Session
- LGBTQIA+
- ORS/ SRS via Scott D. Miller
- Generallist versus Specialist
- Integrative versus Purist
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Jen at StormHaven_CounselingWellness
Alyx's at AlyxAuthentically
Jen's Practice
Jennifer Hyatt
Jen's Group Practice
Storm Haven, Counseling & Wellness
Alyx's Practice
Alyx Duckering
Podcast Link:
Listen now on your favorite podcast platform or by visiting http://therapistsoffscript.com
Resources Mentioned:
Relax Meditation
ORS and SRS
Music by Thunderbird Ooyy via Epidemic
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