Counseling MA Program Podcast Series

This is the fourth episode in a series of student-produced podcasts, which aim to highlight the first-hand experiences of graduate counseling students and explore important topics related to becoming a counselor. In this episode, CSI executive board members LB Snipes and Brittani Level interview Dr. Michelle Ghoston, assistant professor in the Wake Forest Counseling Department. They ask Dr. Ghoston about the idea of finding your swag as a counselor and what that might look like for other...

This is the third episode in a series of student-produced podcasts, which aim to highlight the first-hand experiences of graduate counseling students and explore important topics related to becoming a counselor. This week, CSI executive board members Bobby Lange and Brittani Level speak with another member of their cohort, Rachel Warner. Together they discussed: -What does self-care look like? -What was your first impression of the cohort? -How can a cohort support self-care? -What advice...

This is the second episode in a series of student-produced podcasts, which aim to highlight the first-hand experiences of graduate counseling students and explore important topics related to becoming a counselor. Today, CSI executive board members LB Snipes and Yuxing Xu interview fellow cohort member Adriana Varela and ask about her experience with the internship and practicum search process. Some of the topics covered in the discussion include: -What was your site search experience like?...

This is the first episode in a series of student-produced podcasts, which aim to highlight the first-hand experiences of graduate counseling students and explore important topics related to becoming a counselor. Second-year students and Chi Sigma Iota (CSI) Counseling Honor Society Officers Bobby Lange (President), LB Snipes (Vice President), Brittani Level (Secretary), and Yuxing Xu (Treasurer) sit down (virtually) to discuss their experiences studying counseling at Wake Forest University...

Dr. Mark Scholl, Associate Professor of Counseling, sits down with Dr. Bob Nations and Dr. Cheyenne Carter to discuss his community outreach efforts and recent research on the experiences of ex-offenders who have completed a career development workshop.

Dr. Sam Gladding, Professor of Counseling and author of over 50 books, sits down with Dr. Bob Nations and Dr. Cheyenne Carter to discuss memorable moments from his early career. Dr. Gladding also reads an excerpt from his most recent publication, Off the Courthouse Square: A Memoir of My Life Up to Age 21.

Terri Thompson earned a Master of Arts in Human Services from Wake Forest University. She joins Dr. Cheyenne Carter and Dr. Bob Nations to discuss her current work with the Department of Social Services. Other topics include: self-care and safeguarding against the effects of cumulative trauma, strategies for bracketing assumptions and biases, the challenging and rewarding nature of trauma work, and the value of systemic practices and implementing a team-approach when working with families in...

Amy Willard, Associate Director for Career Education & Coaching in Wake Forest’s Office of Personal and Career Development, talks with hosts Dr. Bob Nations and Dr. Cheyenne Carter about her experiences in the online Master of Arts in Counseling program. She discusses how her coursework helped her develop into an effective Career Coach and Counselor, describes the challenging and most rewarding aspects of her work, and offers advice for listeners who are interested in becoming a counselor....

Mary Katherine Newsome, Admissions and Student Support Manager for the Graduate Counseling Program at Wake Forest University, talks with Dr. Bob Nations and Dr. Cheyenne Carter about the various ways that she and the faculty strive to support online student success. Learn more about the Wake Forest University Online Counseling MA Program: http://counseling.graduate.wfu.edu/

Dr. Nikki Elston, Assistant Teaching Professor in the Department of Counseling, talks with hosts Dr. Bob Nations and Dr. Cheyenne Carter about her experiences with Chi Sigma Iota, Counseling Honor Society. She reflects on her initial involvement as a graduate counseling student and discusses her current work as WFU's CSI Faculty Advisor. Other topics include: leadership opportunities available to on campus and online counseling students, the value and impact of student community service...

Dr. Allison Forti, Assistant Teaching Professor in the Department of Counseling, joins hosts Dr. Cheyenne Carter and Dr. Bob Nations to discuss strategies for creating thriving relationships and promoting personal wellness.

Dr. David Johnson, Assistant Professor of Counseling, joins hosts Dr. Shannon Warden and Dr. Bob Nations to discuss his recent research and publications on the relationship between counselor mindfulness and multicultural competency.

Dr. Phil Clarke, Associate Professor of Counseling, sits down with Dr. Robert Casares to discuss the practice of addictions counseling.

Dr. Cheyenne Carter, Assistant Teaching Professor in the Department of Counseling, joins hosts Dr. Shannon Warden and Dr. Bob Nations to discuss tips for identifying free/low-cost professional development resources and offers strategies for making the most of continuing education opportunities.

Dr. Tammy Cashwell, Assistant Teaching Professor in the Department of Counseling, joins hosts Dr. Shannon Warden and Dr. Bob Nations to discuss practical and impactful strategies for thriving during your time as a graduate counseling student.

Dr. David Johnson, Assistant Professor of Counseling, joins hosts Dr. Shannon Warden and Dr. Bob Nations to discuss his recent research and publications on mindfulness practices in counseling.

Dr. David Johnson, Assistant Professor of Counseling, joins hosts Dr. Shannon Warden and Dr. Bob Nations to discuss his recent research and publications on mindfulness practices in counseling.

Dr. Sam Gladding, Professor of Counseling, joins hosts Dr. Shannon Warden and Dr. Bob Nations to discuss his recently published book, Choosing the Right Counselor for You.

Dr. Nikki Elston, Assistant Teaching Professor in the Department of Counseling, talks with hosts Dr. Shannon Warden and Dr. Bob Nations about her bold decision to leave a successful career to become a counselor. Other topics include: doubt and emotional challenges associated with pursuing a new career, struggling with imposter syndrome, developing transferable skills, creating rewarding and engaging professional experiences, the importance of ongoing self-reflection and embracing new...

Dr. Michelle D. Mitchell, Assistant Professor in the Department of Counseling, talks with hosts Dr. Shannon Warden and Dr. Bob Nations about her path to the counseling profession and current multicultural issues in counseling and counselor education.