Wellness
The stories exploring self-care and mindfulness.
4 Ways Therapists Can Overcome Imposter Syndrome
If you suffer from imposter syndrome as a therapist, you’re not alone. Even therapists who have been in the business … Continued
How Time Outdoors in Nature Benefits Mental Health
Spending time outdoors in nature can improve our physical and mental health, research shows. And, as it turns out, the … Continued
How Practitioners Can Bounce Back From Burnout and Thrive
A few years ago, I was in my mid-thirties and seemed to really be hitting my stride in a lot … Continued
Practicing Self-Compassion as a Therapist
As helping professionals, each day we open our ears to our clients’ stories of distress, suffering, and unsolved problems. We … Continued
Young Clinicians of Color Feel Burnout the Most. Why?
Mental health practitioners are reporting feelings of burnout and exhaustion after several years of offering care through a global pandemic. … Continued
4 Time Management Traps for Therapists
Perhaps you feel the pressure of a time crunch as you prepare to take some time off from your practice … Continued
5 Ways to Move Through Grief as a Therapist
In 2021 I had recently completed the practicum portion of my clinical work as a counseling graduate student. As summer … Continued
This Is What’s Hurting Your Therapeutic Alliance With Clients
I was recently asked to serve on a panel discussing strategies for building therapeutic alliances with clients. In preparation, I … Continued
The Benefits of Embracing Mindfulness In Private Practice
Wondering about the use of mindfulness in private practice? You’re in the right place. Many people have an incomplete picture … Continued
How My Grief Journey Guides My Therapy Practice
I tested positive for COVID on Mother’s Day. Four days later, my mom died from cancer. In October, my mom … Continued