The Good Neuron

11/18/2025

Let’s break it downnn…
The NCMHCE is not just a question and answer exam. It is an application based exam that requires a jump from knowing “what” something is to the “how and why” of it.

So, a couple of things to keep in mind:
1. Actively read everything. You need to make sure you have all the info in order to make informed decisions
2. Conceptualize everything for yourself at the end. Do not rush into the questions without doing this.
3. Focus on how the symptoms are manifesting in the persons life. How are they impeding their daily functioning?
4. Take it one session at a time. Focus on what’s in front of you and keep a calm mind and spirit. You can do this.

What trips you up the most with the NCMHCE narrative style exam? Let me know and I might do a breakdown next 👀💬

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11/16/2025

It’s updated!! I am finally going through and updating some study guides and just making them a bit clearer + expanded. This one has examples.

✨it’s all on thegoodneuron.com as a PDF file! ✨

What theory do you need a breakdown of? 👀 Let me know and I’ll break it down for you!

11/06/2025

TikTok saw it first 👀!
Identifying cognitive distortions is one key element to learn. In CBT, cognitive behavioral therapy, it talks about how cognitive distortions can present in many different ways but can have a devastating effect on someone’s functioning. So, when you’re studying them focus on the differences between them and the impact they have.

Secondly when looking at theories and interventions, focus on if the theory contains elements to treat the presenting problem. If not? It’s not the right one. Pay attention to how things are described.

Need more? Let me know in the comments and I’ll break it down further! 💬
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11/05/2025

Most counselors try to memorize the DSM-5-TR… and that’s exactly why it never sticks. Yes, we need to know criteria, but we also need to understand, at a fundamental level, how the disorders and their symptoms manifest in someone’s actual life. Understanding is far greater than just memorizing.
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If you study it like a list, you’ll forget it. But if you study it like a story that includes patterns, clusters, and human behavior, it sticks better.
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Learn the “why” behind each disorder, not just the “what.”
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✨Want my free DSM Study Checklist? Comment “DSM” below and I’ll send it to you! ✨
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11/03/2025

Hiii! Lots been going on. Lots to do! Let’s chat. What’s been going on!? What have you been studying? Let me know in the comments. Would love to catch up! 💬

10/28/2025

🫶🏼🫶🏼 immigrants are the soul of this country and forever grateful for their influence and contributions.

On , we celebrate the journeys and voices of immigrants everywhere and the strength they bring to every community.

10/10/2025

Struggling is sometimes a part of life. When life gets messy, when things are hard; we can still sit in those emotions we’re feeling and ride those waves.

By not backing away from hard emotions we begin to forge resiliency. It’s been hard lately but, we can do hard things. It’s all about giving yourself grace and compassion. Be kind to you 🫶🏼


Now, how are YOU doing!? Let me know in the comments 💬
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10/10/2025

💚 World Mental Health Day is a reminder that mental health deserves the same care, compassion, and conversation as physical health.

Too often, stigma still shows up in quiet ways. In the words we choose, the help we don’t ask for, or the support we hesitate to offer. There isn’t a person on earth who isn’t affected by their mental health. We see it everyday in our lives. When we choose to put down judgment and pick up empathy, we are actively making a choice to sit with others in their struggle. That alone can save lives.

Let’s keep normalizing therapy. Let’s speak kindly to our own minds. Let’s remind others that asking for help is a sign of strength, not shame.

The world changes when we do 💚

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10/03/2025

Out today !!

10/03/2025

It’s out today!!! I did a podcast with alllll about neurodevelopmental disorders. We covered 3 different ones, Autism Spectrum, ADHD, and Specific Learning Disorders. Excited for you guys to hear it! It’s streaming wherever you get your podcasts (Spotify, Apple, etc).

Let me know if you have any questions or what we should do next! 💬
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10/02/2025

Some exciting news for counselors! The first two Counseling Compact members (Arizona and Minnesota) will officially start issuing privileges on Sept. 30 at 12:00 pm ET.

Read more: https://counselingcompact.gov

This will be such a huge step in expanding care and support across state lines!

Home Scroll Down The Counseling Compact is live for licensees in Arizona and Minnesota, marking a major milestone in improving access to licensed professional counseling services across state lines.Arizona and Minnesota are the first two states to complete the technical and regulatory steps necessar...