Welcome to The Therapy Show with Lisa Mustard, the podcast where continuing education meets convenience.
Hosted by Lisa Mustard, LMFT, licensed therapist, continuing education provider, and founder of Mustard Consulting, this show is designed for mental health counselors, licensed professional counselors, marriage and family therapists, and social workers who want practical clinical training that fits into real life.
Episodes feature expert interviews, evidence-informed strategies, and audio-based continuing education courses (aka Podcourses) that help you grow clinically and professionally, without sitting through hours of recorded trainings.
Whether you're walking, commuting, cooking dinner, or heading to the gym, you can earn NBCC-accredited CE credits on the go.
This podcast is for you if you've ever found yourself searching for:
affordable continuing education for therapists
mental health CEUs that fit a busy schedule
practical clinical tools and treatment strategies
therapist burnout support and professional growth
marriage and family therapy CEUs
LPC and social work continuing education
expert-led audio CE courses you can listen to anywhere
If you want flexible, accredited continuing education that works with your life, The Therapy Show is your hub for learning, growth, and inspiration.
Learn more about CE Podcourses and unlimited annual access:
www.lisamustard.com/podcourses
Mustard Consulting, LLC is an NBCC Approved Provider, ACEP No. 7061.
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Political Stress in Therapy: How to Talk About Politics with Clients | private practice | values | client centered
Episode 293
Wednesday, September 30, 2026 • Duration 13:45
In this episode, I'm sharing practical ways therapists can make room for political stress in the therapy room without allowing the session to become a debate.
Politics can affect our clients' sense of safety, identity, belonging, relationships, and hope for the future. I talk about how to move from the headline to its deeper meaning; validate a client's emotional experience without endorsing every opinion; help clients regulate, set boundaries, and take values-aligned action; and notice our own reactions as therapists.
I also address what to say when prospective clients ask where you stand politically and why it is okay for clients to decide they need a therapist who feels like the right fit for them.
Whether your clients are doomscrolling, fighting with family, feeling afraid about the future, or overwhelmed by the intensity of the news cycle, I hope this episode offers a grounded, practical way to respond.
When white-collar crime enters a family, the emotional fallout extends far beyond the person facing criminal charges. But are therapists prepared to support the spouses, children, and loved ones caught in the crisis?
In this episode, I'm drawing on my experience as a licensed marriage and family therapist and my personal story as the daughter of someone convicted of a white-collar crime to explore what mental health professionals need to know about working with these families.
I'll discuss the impact of betrayal, grief, shame, and stigma, along with practical clinical considerations for assessment, trauma-informed care, supporting children, and navigating ethical boundaries. I'll also share examples of what therapists should avoid saying and how to support clients without imposing personal judgments about forgiveness, reconciliation, or divorce.
My goal is to help therapists recognize the people behind the headlines and provide thoughtful, compassionate care to families navigating a white-collar legal crisis.
Building in Public: Creating a Coaching Practice, Launching a New Podcast, and Starting Before I Feel Ready
What does it really look like to build something new before you know exactly how it will turn out?
In this episode of The Therapy Show, I'm taking you behind the scenes as I build a coaching practice for families affected by white-collar crime and grow my new podcast, White Collar Crime: The Other Sentence.
I'm sharing what I'm actually doing to get this work in front of the people who need it, from reaching out to white-collar defense attorneys and pitching myself as a podcast guest to creating resources, refining my message, and getting more comfortable being visible.
I also share two new continuing education opportunities from Berries Academy: a free training on insurance credentialing and The Promise of AI for Mental Health Professionals, which explores how clinicians can use AI responsibly while protecting privacy, ethics, and clinical judgment.
Insurance Credentialing for Private Practice Success: From Application to In-Network | free continuing education | NBCC approved provider
Insurance credentialing can feel confusing, especially when you're trying to understand applications, contracts, payer enrollment, effective dates, CAQH, NPIs, and all the steps that come after you're approved.
In this free continuing education course, Donna Haswell, LCSW, Annie Day, Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern and credentialing and billing expert, and Kym Tolson, LCSW, break down the credentialing process and explain what mental health clinicians need to know to successfully work with insurance in private practice.
You'll learn the differences between credentialing, contracting, and enrollment; what information and documentation to have ready before applying; what to look for in payer contracts; how to think about reimbursement rates and product lines; and how to create an organized system for tracking applications, effective dates, recredentialing, and ongoing payer requirements.
The presenters also share practical lessons from their own experience helping therapists navigate insurance billing and credentialing, including common mistakes that can delay payment or create problems later.
This course is designed for counselors and other mental health clinicians who are starting, growing, or maintaining an insurance-based private practice.
Behind the Scenes: What I'm Building and What's Next | white collar crime family support
Episode 290
Wednesday, July 8, 2026 • Duration 13:09
In this solo episode, I'm taking you behind the scenes to share a personal and professional update.
I talk about life lately, the growth of The Therapy Show, what I'm continuing to build with Podcourses and continuing education.
I also open up about a deeply personal new project inspired by my family's experience with white-collar crime and my desire to support spouses and families navigating that kind of crisis.
The Therapy Show with Lisa Mustard is for educational and informational purposes only and does not replace therapy, consultation, supervision, legal advice, or ethical decision-making.
Using Improv Comedy as a Therapeutic Tool with Dr. Juda Alcabes
Episode 288
Wednesday, July 1, 2026 • Duration 24:29
What happens when a licensed clinical social worker walks into an improv class and discovers a powerful clinical tool?
In this episode of The Therapy Show, I sit down with Dr. Juda Alcabes, also known as The Improv Therapist, to explore how improv comedy can be used therapeutically to treat anxiety, build intimacy, strengthen couples' connections, and help clients get out of their heads and into the present moment.
Dr. Juda shares how taking an improv class on a mental health day eventually led him to develop a clinical framework for bringing improv into therapy sessions. Whether you're a clinician curious about adding more play and experiential work into your practice, or someone who has always wanted to try improv, this conversation is insightful, practical, and fun.
In this episode, we discuss:
How improv can support anxiety treatment
Why play and spontaneity matter in therapy
How improv helps clients move from overthinking to experiencing
The connection between improv, intimacy, and relationships
Why therapists don't need to be performers to benefit from improv
How clinicians can thoughtfully integrate unique skills into their work
Dr. Juda Alcabes, LCSW is a licensed clinical social worker based in South Florida who specializes in sex and porn addiction. Known as The Improv Therapist, he integrates improv comedy into clinical work with individuals, couples, and groups. He is also a stand-up comedian and improv performer, and he offers consultation for therapists interested in incorporating improv into their own practice.
Resources Mentioned:
The Improv Therapist: theimprovtherapist.com Instagram/TikTok/YouTube: @theimprovtherapist
Can I Say That? Free Speech, Self-Censorship, and Mental Health with Dr. Chloe Carmichael
Episode 286
Wednesday, May 27, 2026 • Duration 30:47
In this episode of The Therapy Show, I'm joined by Dr. Chloe Carmichael, licensed clinical psychologist and author of Can I Say That? Why Free Speech Matters and How to Use It Fearlessly.
This episode is a portion of a larger continuing education course on free speech, self-censorship, open dialogue, and mental health. Dr. Chloe explores how language supports emotional regulation, problem-solving, self-efficacy, and authentic connection, and how chronic self-silencing may contribute to anxiety, depression, helplessness, groupthink, and weakened social support.
You'll hear Dr. Chloe discuss why open dialogue matters clinically, how self-censorship can impact mental health, and why the ability to speak honestly and listen with resilience is an important part of relational well-being.
This is only a preview of the full course. To access the complete training and earn 1 NBCC continuing education contact hour, click here.
Free speech and mental health Self-censorship, suppression, repression, and denial Language, affect labeling, and emotional regulation Groupthink and the cost of silence Authentic dialogue and social connection Clinical tools for speaking up and listening well The WAIT framework, reflective listening, thought replacement, journaling, and mind mapping
Should Therapists Start a Podcast? What to Know Before You Hit Record | podcasting for therapists | marketing | continuing education
Episode 286
Wednesday, April 29, 2026 • Duration 25:23
Have you ever wondered if starting a podcast could help you grow your practice, build your professional reputation, or share your expertise in a bigger way?
In this episode of The Therapy Show, I'm talking to therapists, counselors, social workers, coaches, and mental health professionals who have thought about starting a podcast but aren't sure where to begin.
I share what I've learned from my own podcasting journey, including how The Therapy Show evolved into a continuing education platform and how podcasting can help therapists build trust, clarify their message, connect with other professionals, and create a body of work that reflects their expertise.
I also talk honestly about why podcasting is not a quick fix. A podcast works best when it has a clear purpose, a specific audience, and a connection to your larger professional goals.
In This Episode, I Cover:
Why therapists are drawn to podcasting
How to clarify your podcast's purpose
Why your audience matters more than your microphone
How to choose a format that fits your energy and goals
Ethical considerations for therapist podcasters
Common mistakes therapists make when starting a podcast
How podcasting can support a practice, CE business, coaching offer, or consulting service
Questions to ask before you hit record
Therapists don't need to start a podcast just because podcasting is popular. But if you have a clear audience, a meaningful purpose, and a realistic plan, podcasting can be a powerful way to build trust, share your expertise, and create new professional opportunities.
In this 60-minute NBCC-approved podcourse, I'm joined by Michelle Witte, RP, to explore how Cognitive Behavioral Therapy can be effectively adapted for adults with ADHD, especially when challenges with executive functioning interfere with insight, follow-through, and real-life change.
We discuss how ADHD often presents beyond the common stereotypes, especially in adults and adolescents who may struggle with time blindness, disorganization, emotional dysregulation, task initiation, and inconsistent follow-through. We also explore why traditional CBT may fall short when it does not account for executive functioning difficulties, and how therapists can modify their approach to better support implementation, accountability, and sustainable progress.
This training supports therapists in recognizing the cognitive, emotional, and behavioral patterns commonly associated with ADHD, understanding how executive functioning deficits affect treatment engagement, and applying practical CBT-based strategies that improve follow-through in everyday life.
Our hope is that you'll walk away with fresh strategies you can integrate into your clinical work right away, and you can also earn one NBCC continuing education contact hour by completing this Podcourse.
Will AI Replace Therapists? AI, Burnout, and the Future of Clinical Practice with Kym Tolson
Episode 284
Wednesday, April 8, 2026 • Duration 31:50
In this episode, I'm joined by Kym Tolson, LCSW for an eye-opening conversation about what AI really means for the future of mental health practice. Together, we unpack some of the biggest myths and misconceptions therapists have about AI, including concerns about privacy, ethics, environmental impact, burnout, and whether technology could ever replace the therapeutic relationship.
Kym shares practical ways therapists can begin using AI right now to reduce documentation burden, streamline practice operations, support marketing efforts, and create more sustainable workflows, all while staying clinically grounded and ethically informed.
We also talk about why the future of therapy may require clinicians to lean even more into relational skills, clinical judgment, and authentic human connection.
Plus, we highlight the free 1.25 NBCC-approved CE training available through Berries Academy, where I'm serving as the course administrator and Kym is the presenter.
If AI has felt overwhelming, confusing, or even a little scary, this episode will help you feel informed, empowered, and ready to take the first step.
Want to learn more? Listen to my other podcast, White Collar Crime: The Other Sentence, where I explore the emotional and relational challenges facing spouses and loved ones. Learn about my coaching: Work With Me
The Therapy Show with Lisa Mustard is for educational and informational purposes only and does not replace therapy, consultation, supervision, legal advice, or ethical decision-making.
This episode DOES NOT qualify for continuing education.
If you've been thinking about launching a new service, podcast, course, coaching offer, or other professional idea, this episode is a reminder that you don't have to have everything figured out before you begin. Sometimes you build the next chapter by taking the first visible step.
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The Therapy Show with Lisa Mustard is for educational and informational purposes only and does not replace therapy, consultation, supervision, legal advice, or ethical decision-making.
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Learning Objectives:
Differentiate how ADHD presents in adults and adolescents beyond common stereotypes
Identify common executive functioning challenges (e.g., time blindness, disorganization, task initiation difficulties) that impact treatment
Apply CBT-based interventions adapted specifically for clients with ADHD
Utilize practical strategies to improve client follow-through, engagement, and accountability between sessions
Recognize the role of emotional dysregulation, avoidance, and shame in ADHD and integrate appropriate interventions
About Michelle Witte, RP: Michelle Witte, RP, is a Registered Psychotherapist in Ontario and a member of the Academy of Cognitive and Behavioral Therapies. She specializes in adapting CBT for adults with ADHD, with a focus on executive functioning and implementation challenges. Michelle has over 15 years of experience supporting neurodivergent individuals and was diagnosed with ADHD at age 40, an experience that informs her clinical work and training.
About Lisa: Lisa Mustard, MPH, EdS, LMFT has worked for a college counseling center, addiction recovery center, and has been working with a military branch for the past 14 years. Lisa is a lover of all things fitness and health, a podcaster, and coach.
Continuing Education Contact Hours: Mustard Consulting, LLC has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7061. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. Mustard Consulting, LLC is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.
Completion Requirements: To obtain your certificate of completion, you must listen entirely to the audio, pass the Podcourse completion quiz, and complete a satisfaction survey.
Refund policy: No refunds are provided for self-study courses.
Disclosure Statement for Michelle Witte, RP: Financial: Michelle Witte receives an honorarium from Mustard Consulting, LLC for this speaking engagement.
The Therapy Show with Lisa Mustard is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered a substitute for professional advice. Always consult with your own healthcare provider regarding any personal health or medical conditions.
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The Therapy Show with Lisa Mustard is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered a substitute for professional advice. Always consult with your own healthcare provider regarding any personal health or medical conditions.
