Welcome to You Could Be A Therapist, a podcast for potential therapists and anyone interested in mental health. Join Sophie Kent (RMHCI & M.A.) as she shares her journey to becoming a therapist, interviews others in the mental health field, and makes the profession seem just a little more approachable.
If you are considering the path of becoming a counselor, are in or going back to grad school, or simply love learning new things about mental health this is the show for you.
It’s true - YOU could be a therapist!
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Embracing uncertainty as a lifestyle: A heartwarming counselor journey ft. Nathan Peterson
Welcome to the last episode of Season Two! To close out our season I’m sharing this sweet counselor journey episode. I got a chance to chat with Texas private practice owner, OCD specialist, and social media rockstar Nathan Peterson, LCSW. We talk about his experience with social anxiety growing up, the power of self-acceptance and “doing things before you’re 100% sure.” If you’re looking for inspiration on how to be patient with yourself as you explore your passion (being a therapist or something else) you don’t want to miss this episode.
Find Nathan on the internet here (https://www.instagram.com/ocdandanxietyonline/)
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Click here (https://potentialtherapist.com/about) to learn more about Sophie Kent
9 Aug 2023
(almost) Everything you need to know about counseling internships
Getting ready to approach the practicum and internship semesters of your graduate program? In today's episode, I share my perspective on the most important things to know about these crucial experiences. You'll also hear a little bit of unsolicited advice (oops) and emphatic reminders to practice self-compassion.
Topics addressed:
General school requirements for practicum/internship
What you can expect from these semesters
How to select an internship and site that is right for you
The application process
Tips to get *the most* out of this time in your graduate program
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Learn more about Sophie Kent HERE (www.potentialtherapist.com)
28 Jul 2023
Finding calling through a parents divorce: An empowering counselor journey ft. Vitor Souza
In this episode, I get a chance to learn about Vitor's journey to become a counselor. We discuss how his parent’s divorce was the catalyst for his interest in becoming a therapist and so much more. Listen in to hear our perspective on the importance of diving deep in personal therapy, practicing self-care while in grad school, and creating your own community.
Vitor hosts a podcast called The Student Counselor Podcast (https://linktr.ee/vitorcsouza14?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=ff900351-e800-440a-882a-4cf744882d86), which is available on most streaming platforms.
Connect with us on Instagram @potentialtherapist (instagram.com/potentialtherapist)
Learn more about Sophie Kent HERE (https://potentialtherapist.com/about)
19 Jul 2023
Personal healing as a future therapist, why it matters & how it keeps you AND clients safe
Have you ever wondered if therapists go to therapy? Hopefully - they do! In this episode I share my perspective on personal healing as a practicing clinician and why I believe it is essential for all future counselors to pursue.
We cover:
~ What does it mean to be a therapist?
~ Why do you want to be a therapist in the first place? (and how not knowing your intentions could backfire)
~ How over-identifying with a client can lead to entering unethical territory
~ How personal therapy helps us be better therapists to our clients
Connect with us on Instagram @potentialtherapist (instagram.com/potentialtherapist)
Learn more about Sophie Kent HERE (potentialtherapist.com/about)
5 Jul 2023
Leaning into your purpose while moving a million times: A fulfilling counselor journey ft. Mary Brizuela
Today’s counselor journey episode features Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and private practice co-owner Mary Eugenia-Brizuela. Mary and I talk about why it’s important to be able to “turn [your brain] off” after hours, what it means to be an integrated practitioner, and how essential it is to choose a therapeutic approach that aligns with your personality. Don’t leave everything that makes you YOU at the door!
More about Mary HERE (https://www.anxietycentertampa.com/mary-brizuela)
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Learn more about Sophie Kent on potentialtherapist.com (https://potentialtherapist.com/about)
28 Jun 2023
Answering your questions about getting triggered, going to therapy, and crying with a client - Listener Q/A
Welcome back for Season Two! In today's episode, I will pull up questions I’ve received, including comments on IG posts, questions submitted through the Google form linked in my profile, and DM’s. If you have a counseling question you'd like answered on the podcast, complete the form below, or message me!
Questions answered:
What do you love about your job? What is the hardest part of the job?
How do you rest/recover from hearing difficult things from clients?
How do you implement what you’ve learned into your personal relationships?
What happens when you get triggered by clients?
What happens when you start crying in a session when you see the client crying?
If I'm too empathetic does that mean I shouldn't be a therapist?
Connect with us on Instagram @potentialtherapist (instagram.com/potentialtherapist)
Learn more about Sophie Kent HERE (https://potentialtherapist.com/about)
3 May 2023
How to choose a masters program that's right for YOU
Join Sophie Kent, registered mental health counselor intern, in the last episode of season one to discuss the top three things to consider when choosing a graduate program to live your counselor dreams. Here’s a hint - they have to do with credibility, flexibility, and cost.
A new feature coming next season: voice messages! Hit the link below to submit a voice note with a question that could be played and answered on an upcoming podcast episode.
Send me a voice message (https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sophie-kent61/message)
Click here (https://www.cacrep.org/accreditation/) to go to the CACREP website
Stay connected in the off-season by following @potentialtherapist (www.instagram.com/potentialtherapist)
Learn more about Sophie Kent HERE (https://potentialtherapist.com/about)
26 Apr 2023
The Power of Yoga and Openness to Change: A Healing Counselor Journey ft. Audra Coons
Join me in learning about our guest Audra Coon’s counselor journey. Listen in to how along the way she healed her relationship with food, found joy in yoga, and strength in working with and supporting women.
Audra is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and sees clients located in Florida, South Carolina, and Kentucky via her online practice. Learn more about Audra, here (https://www.audracoons.com/).
Connect with us on Instagram @potentialtherapist (www.instagram.com/potentialtherapist)
Learn more about Sophie Kent HERE (https://potentialtherapist.com/about)
19 Apr 2023
Self-Care as an Essential Practice for Mental Health
In this solo episode, we talk about the importance of authentic self-care. Why it may not be what you think, and how it is an essential practice for everyone, especially those who are pursuing the profession of being a therapist and current therapists.
Listen to learn about the differences between consumer self-care, true self-care, and how to build a plan that works for you.
1:00 - Treat yo’self
7:23 - Building your self care
Connect with us on Instagram @potentialtherapist (www.instagram.com/potentialtherapist)
Learn more about Sophie Kent HERE (https://potentialtherapist.com/about)
5 Apr 2023
Columbia, South America to Virginia: A Global Counselor Journey ft. Lina Ramirez
Lina Ramirez, Resident Counseling Intern, shares her counseling journey with us. From choosing a profession in Columbia to learning about the idea of ”becoming,” and how her experiences led her to work with a population she never thought possible.
Connect with us on Instagram @potentialtherapist (www.instagram.com/potentialtherapist)
Learn more about Sophie Kent HERE (https://potentialtherapist.com/about)
29 Mar 2023
Want to be a counselor? TOP TEN things you need to know
The amount of information to sift through when looking into any profession can be overwhelming. Pursuing a role in the mental health field is no different! Listen to the top 10 things to know before starting grad school in this week’s episode of You Could Be A Therapist.
Five Professional Things - 00:20
Five Personal Things - 12:20
Resources:
CACREP Website - https://www.cacrep.org/for-programs/ (https://www.cacrep.org/for-programs/)
Counseling Compact - https://counselingcompact.org/ (https://counselingcompact.org/)
Connect with us on Instagram @potentialtherapist (https://www.instagram.com/potentialtherapist/)
Learn more about Sophie Kent HERE (https://potentialtherapist.com/about)
22 Mar 2023
Pre-med Dreams, a Pandemic, and An Unexpected Counselor Journey ft. Ali McGary
Our first counselor journey episode features counseling grad student Ali McGary. We talk all things medical school, covid hospitals, lifelong dreams (?), and just how she ended up in the therapist section of the helping profession.
Connect with us on Instagram @potentialtherapist (instagram.com/potentialtherapist)
Learn more about Sophie Kent HERE (https://potentialtherapist.com/about)
14 Mar 2023
What is this show and who is Sophie Kent?
Calling all Potential Therapists! Get to know how therapists, students, and anyone interested in mental health can benefit from this podcast. Learn what it means to “be with people” and how this influenced Sophie Kent’s journey to becoming a therapist.
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Find us on Instagram: @potentialtherapist (//instagram.com/potentialtherapist)
Learn more about Sophie Kent, HERE (https://potentialtherapist.com/about)
20 Dec 2022
Season One Trailer
The road to being a therapist can feel so…complicated. But does it have to be?
Join Sophie Kent on You Could Be A Therapist to hear different therapist’s experience entering the field, what helped them, and explore a variety of mental health topics.
If you are considering the path of becoming a counselor, are in or going back to grad school, or simply love learning new things about mental health this is the show for you.
The first episode of season one is launching very soon. Subscribe to You Could Be A Therapist anywhere you listen to podcasts and follow us on Instagram @potentialtherapist (http://instagram.com/potentialtherapist)
20 Dec 2022
Season Two Trailer
You Could Be A Therapist is returning for season 2 on Wednesday, June 28th!
Follow along to hear interviews with experienced therapists and a counseling student on their personal journey to become a therapist and what keeps them in the field today.We’ll also discuss practical things aspiring counselors can apply through question-and-answer episodes and content driven by your needs.
This podcast is meant to be a resource and encouragement for anyone interested in the mental health profession - you really could be a therapist! f you are considering the path of becoming a counselor, are in or going back to grad school, or love learning new things about mental health this is the show for you.
Subscribe to You Could Be A Therapist anywhere you listen to podcasts and follow us on Instagram @potentialtherapist (instagram.com/potentialtherapist)
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