That cooling pad isn't particularly comfortable on the lap without something like a pillow under the back. It was meant more for DTR notebooks that don't get moved from the desk that much. But it is also the most effective cooling pad I have found.
If neither those programs can pick up your temps then it is safe to assume that we can't get them. I think your best plan of action would be to put the power scheme on Notebook/Laptop and see if that helps, and if you still get shutdowns, then the cooling pad would be your best option.