Welcome to the My Journey series of On the Path to Practice. Cherese Alcorn, LCSW joins us to talk about her experience navigating through the field of mental health.

Cherese Alcorn, MSW, LCSW, a powerhouse psychotherapist, certified sound practitioner, and Reiki Master. She is a mental and holistic wellness expert who’s shifting the game for high-performing professionals and entrepreneurs. With over a decade of experience, Cherese fuses science and soul, combining cognitive neuroscience-backed mental health strategies with quantum healing principles.

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Website: www.wellnessbeyondthechair.com

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Gatekeeping—it’s a big word with even bigger implications in the mental health profession. On this episode of On the Path to Practice, we’re discussing the role of gatekeeping and why it’s necessary, the challenges it presents, and how we can do it in a way that’s ethical, fair, and effective.

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Welcome to the My Journey series of On the Path to Practice. Alecia Watts joins us to talk about her experience navigating through the field of mental health.

Alecia is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Missouri and Illinois with over 10 years of experience serving diverse populations in child welfare, advocacy, healthcare, and mental health. She is passionate about supporting individuals navigating the impact of trauma, anxiety, and self-esteem challenges, offering a compassionate and faith-based approach to healing.

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Website: http://www.loveyourstherapy.com/

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Welcome to the My Journey series of On the Path to Practice. Amethyst Roberson joins us to talk about her experience navigating through the field of mental health.

Amethyst Roberson is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Saint Louis, MO, and a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC). With over 30 years of experience, she has specialized in Christian counseling, life coaching for women and couples, and professional development services for those seeking personal and relational growth.

Amethyst is a Certified Life Coach and Trainer (CMLC-T) and a Fruitful Life Instructor, equipping individuals and aspiring coaches with the tools they need to foster healing, empowerment, and transformation. As the founder of A R Therapy & Consulting, LLC, she offers therapy services in multiple states, breaking mental and emotional health stigma through compassionate, evidence-based care.

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Website: https://amethystroberson.com/
Care Solutions: https://caresolutionsonline.org

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Melissa Webb, LPC joins us on the pod again as we cover exploring the intersection of faith, spirituality, and mental wellbeing into her practice. In this episode, she shares her personal journey of integrating her own beliefs into her practice, offering a perspective on the power of incorporating these elements into the therapeutic process. We also discuss practical strategies for documenting and addressing spiritual concerns in treatment plans, and the vision for best practices in this evolving field.

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Hey there, listeners! In this special bonus episode, we're excited to announce a brand new series coming to On the Path to Practice, the "My Journey” series.

"My Journey" is dedicated to sharing the stories of mental health providers – therapists, counselors, psychiatrists, and more, allowing them the space to share their personal and professional experiences, challenges, and triumphs they've faced in navigating this demanding field.

In this bonus episode, I'll kick off the series by sharing my own journey, offering a glimpse into my personal experiences as a clinician and the lessons I've learned along the way.

"My Journey" premieres on February 4th, but don't worry, your regular On the Path to Practice episodes will continue to drop alongside the series.

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Being a supervisor is incredibly rewarding, but it also comes with its fair share of risks. This episode covers some of the potential ethical pitfalls supervisors can encounter, specifically around negligence. We'll explore your duty of care and the consequences of failing to provide a safe and supportive work environment.

We'll also provide actionable strategies for mitigating these risks, including outlining expectations upfront and document everything thoroughly. Most important, utilizing your resources, up to and including seeking legal counsel when necessary to ensure you're making informed decisions.

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This episode is your professional development lifeline! We’ll discuss seven essential resources every clinician needs to stay focused and ahead of the curve. We'll explore how these resources provide value, skill development, and connection to the field and practical tips for staying organized and making the most of these valuable resources.

Hidden Brain: https://hiddenbrain.org/

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