Episodes
Published 04/22/23
**Trigger warning: today’s case reflection episode may be distressing to some listeners as the case involves issues of domestic violence, rape and incest. Please consider this before deciding whether or not to listen.** You can find additional suggestions for support, our privacy statement and disclaimer, and more information about topics referenced in our discussion on our website.  http://www.gcchatpodcast.libsyn.com #GCchatpodcast Sound engineer: Shaun Allen
Published 03/28/21
**Trigger warning: the case presented today (from 16:40) may be distressing to some listeners as the case involves issues of domestic violence, rape and incest. Please consider this before deciding whether or not to listen.** You can find additional suggestions for support, our privacy statement and disclaimer, and more information about topics referenced in our discussion on our website.  http://www.gcchatpodcast.libsyn.com #GCchatpodcast Sound engineer: Shaun Allen
Published 03/14/21
In this episode, we begin by discussing the counselling issues and interventions raised in episode 1: Respecting wishes. We’ll then present this week’s case, where our guest genetic counsellor reflects on how she added value when she was a student. You can find suggestions for support, our privacy statement and disclaimer, and more information about topics referenced in our discussion on our website.  http://www.gcchatpodcast.libsyn.com #GCchatpodcast Sound engineer: Shaun Allen
Published 12/20/20
Welcome to season 3 of GC Chat Podcast. In this episode, we introduce our first case of the season, which raised several ethical issues for the genetic counsellor. Reflections will follow in our next episode on 21 December. Join the discussion on social media with #GCchatpodcast You will find suggestions for support, our privacy statement and disclaimer, and more information about topics referenced in our discussion on our website. http://www.gcchatpodcast.libsyn.com Sound engineer: Shaun Allen
Published 12/06/20
In today's episode we begin by reflecting on the skills and interventions used in episode 7: The diagnostic odyssey. As this is our last episode for season 2, we don’t have a new case to present. We will be reflecting together on what we have learned over the past two seasons. Join the discussion #GCchatpodcast  On our website, you will find suggestions for support, our privacy statement and disclaimer, and more information about topics referenced in our...
Published 05/17/20
In today's episode we begin by reflecting on the skills and interventions used in episode 6: building trust. We will then present our next case, in which the genetic counsellor reflected on the diagnostic odyssey faced by her client. Join the discussion on social media with #GCchatpodcast  On our website, you will find suggestions for support, our privacy statement and disclaimer, and more information about topics referenced in our discussion.  http://www.gcchatpodcast.libsyn.com 
Published 05/03/20
In today's episode we begin by reflecting on the skills and interventions used in episode 5: setting boundaries. We will then present our next case on building and maintaining trust in genetic counselling. Join the discussion on social media with #GCchatpodcast On our website, you will find suggestions for support, our privacy statement and disclaimer, and more information about topics referenced in our discussion. http://www.gcchatpodcast.libsyn.com
Published 04/19/20
Thank you for joining us for our latest episode. We will begin by reflecting on the skills and interventions used in episode 4: do no harm. We will then present our next case, in which the genetic counsellor had difficulty maintaining professional boundaries with her client. On our website, you will find suggestions for support, our privacy statement and disclaimer, and more information about topics referenced in our discussion.  http://www.gcchatpodcast.libsyn.com #GCchatpodcast 
Published 04/05/20
In this episode, we begin by discussing the counselling issues and interventions raised in episode 3: sitting with discomfort. We’ll then present this week’s case. We’ll be taking a break for the holidays, and will return in the new year to reflect on this episode and introduce new cases. On our website, you will find suggestions for support, our privacy statement and disclaimer, and more information about topics referenced in our discussion. http://www.gcchatpodcast.libsyn.com #GCchatpodcast
Published 12/01/19
In this episode, we begin by discussing the counselling issues and interventions raised in case 2: reflecting on the past. We’ll then present this week’s case: a couple referred to discuss genetic testing for cardiomyopathy. Join the discussion on social media with #GCchatpodcast  On our website, you will find suggestions for support, our privacy statement and disclaimer, and more information about topics referenced in our discussion.  http://www.gcchatpodcast.libsyn.com
Published 11/17/19
In this episode, we begin by reflecting on the counselling interventions and issues raised in episode 1: Opposing views.  We then introduce the case of Frances*, who requested prenatal diagnosis for a condition known to be in her family. Join the discussion on social media with #GCchatpodcast  On our website, you will find suggestions for support, our privacy statement and disclaimer, and more information about topics referenced in our discussion. 
Published 11/03/19
Welcome to GC Chat Podcast Season 2! In this episode, we introduce our first case: a couple who have different perspectives on their baby’s diagnosis.  Join the discussion on social media with #GCchatpodcast  On our website, you will find suggestions for support, our privacy statement and disclaimer, and more information about topics referenced in our discussion. http://www.gcchatpodcast.libsyn.com
Published 10/20/19
In our final episode of season 1, we will begin by reflecting on the counselling interventions and issues raised in episode 4: advocacy*. Then we will reflect on the season. We will return for season 2 soon but would like your feedback. Please visit www.surveymonkey.com/r/GCchatsurvey. On our website, you will find instructions for case presenters, references from today’s discussion, suggestions for support and our privacy statement and disclaimer. www.gcchatpodcast.libsyn.com ...
Published 04/28/19
In this episode, we begin by reflecting on the counselling interventions and issues raised in episode 3: testing of children. We then introduce a new case about Kaitlin* and her husband Ben, who encounter a difficult decision in pregnancy. On our website, you will find suggestions for support, our privacy statement and disclaimer, and more information about topics referenced in our discussion. http://www.gcchatpodcast.libsyn.com
Published 04/14/19
In this episode, we begin by reflecting on the counselling interventions and issues raised in episode 2: family secrets. We then introduce a new case about Paul* and his family and the issue of testing children for a genetic condition for which there is no proven medical benefit in knowing. On our website, you will find suggestions for support, our privacy statement and disclaimer, and more information about topics referenced in our discussion. http://www.gcchatpodcast.libsyn.com
Published 03/31/19
In this episode, we begin by reflecting on the counselling interventions and issues raised in episode 1: non-paternity. We then introduce a new case about John* and his mother Eileen and the issue of non-disclosure about a genetic diagnosis in the family. If you haven’t listened to episode 1, start there first. On our website, you will find suggestions for support, our privacy statement and disclaimer, and more information about topics referenced in our discussion....
Published 03/17/19
In this episode, we introduce Sarah*, her husband Freddie and their little boy Charlie. Join the discussion on social media with #GCchatpodcast Our episodes contain material that may be distressing to some listeners. If you feel you need support, please contact your local crisis centre. Some suggestions are listed on our website, along with our privacy statement and disclaimer. http://www.gcchatpodcast.libsyn.com/ *Pseudonyms are used throughout
Published 03/03/19
Today on Genetic Counsellor awareness day (8 November 2018), we are announcing our new podcast "GC Chat: A Genetic Counselling Podcast", launching in early 2019. Subscribe to stay up to date, or contact us if you would like to be involved.
Published 10/28/18