How can understanding the "why" behind your practices truly transform your school counseling program? This week, we uncover the secrets to setting yourself up for sustainable success. Steph Johnson guides us through the nuances of human nature and brain functionality, offering practical strategies for establishing effective habits and practices in your schoo ... Show More
Nov 17
Are TikTok Dances Actually School Counseling Signals?
<p><b>Those hallway TikTok routines are saying something, school counselor- and it’s not what you think.</b></p><p>In this episode, we decode what those repeated dance loops reveal about belonging, status, and the adolescent brain. </p><p>You’ll learn how synchronized movement fu ... Show More
18m 48s
Nov 3
The Hidden Skill That Makes School Counselors Untouchable
<p>Some counselors never have to fight for their role- or explain their worth. </p><p>That’s not luck. It’s skill.</p><p>In this episode, you’ll learn how the most respected school counselors earn trust, keep influence, and make their programs untouchable, no “advocacy” required. ... Show More
20m 5s
Apr 2023
What Parents Need to Know: Addressing the Rising Trend of Teen Mental Health Issues - a Put It into Practice Episode
<p dir="ltr">In this Put It into Practice episode, I'm giving an overview of Jonathan Haidt's article "The Teen Mental Illness Epidemic is International, Part 1: The Anglosphere", <strong><a href= "https://jonathanhaidt.substack.com/p/international-mental-illness-part-one" target ... Show More
15m 54s
Oct 17
6 Deep and Lasting Ways to Improve Your Self-Esteem
<p>Boost self-esteem with 6 practices to transform self-talk, build self-worth, and align your life with purpose, integrity, and authentic confidence. 👉 Download my free Values Clarification exercise here: <a href='https://courses.therapyinanutshell.com/opt-in-2123fb37-7322-4208 ... Show More
15m 33s
Feb 2025
12 Tips for Developing Consistent Learning Habits with Jim Kwik
<p>How can you make lifelong learning a habit?</p><p>If you’ve been part of our community for a while, you’ve heard me say, the faster you learn, the faster you can earn. You can clearly see this when looking at the career trajectory of the most successful people. They embrace le ... Show More
12m 44s
May 2025
EP325 How to find your voice and self-advocate, even if you're conflict-avoidant (with Neelu Kaur)
<p>Self-advocacy can feel like a challenge, especially if you're conflict-avoidant, culturally conditioned to prioritize group harmony, or simply unsure how to speak up without fear of being labeled "difficult." In this episode, we'll explore how to advocate for yourself effectiv ... Show More
47m 46s