New therapist tips

Therapy is a collaborative process, and ongoing communication with your therapist will help ensure that you are getting the most out of your therapeutic journey.

Most of us therapists are driven by a sense of duty and care--a drive to help others. The root of this duty, this drive, is different for all of us. Perhaps we sensed our emotional lives were more complex than those around us as children, we find ourselves fascinated by others’ life stories, or we feel compelled to relieve others’ pain. Whatever our motive for becoming therapists, being a therapist is not our purpose. In this post, I cover the reasons why our work is not our purpose…

A big question that seems to come up often for therapists is, “what else can I do as a therapist aside from therapy?” Here is my response, SO MUCH! When you are experiencing major fatigue in your career it's hard to think about what else can be done. I'm here to explain what you can do, and how you can get started! And the best part of this post is... I will not be including anything about coaching.

It can be really helpful to prepare for your first appointment ahead of time to help reduce anxiety and position yourself to get the most out of therapy from the start.1 By deciding to start therapy, you’ve taken a gigantic step toward better mental health. Acknowledge the strength required to take action like this,

Everything I wish I had learned in grad school about becoming a therapist

You really need to read this post before starting your first therapy session at a new place! Look at the most critical questions to ask a therapist.

We all have them--sessions that are a struggle all the way through and that leave us feeling defeated. Even as a seasoned therapist, I’ve been caught off-guard by the unexpected failed session. The truth is, no matter our level of experience, we will have these sessions here and there, and I suppose my point in writing this post is to remind you (and myself) that we shouldn’t be surprised by them. After all, we are fallible. That's the reason the word failed is in quotation marks…

Deciding to get counseling can be nerve-wracking, especially when you don't know what to talk about in therapy. Here are 10 ideas to help...

🌟 Tips for Therapists 🌟 Whether you're just starting out or a seasoned pro, these tips can help you thrive in your practice. Remember to make time for self-care, develop relationships with your colleagues, and never forget what inspired you to help others as a therapist! 🤍 #nyc #nyctherapy #tipsfortherapists #therapists #health #selfcare

This list of websites for therapists represents some of the best therapy resources on the internet today. Enjoy! Shelley Klammer - Registered Counsellor 1. Psychology Today - Blogs by therapists and a wide variety of topics discussed on mental health issues. 2. Good Therapy Blog - Advocating for ethical therapy. Comprehensive article series on psychological and emotional well-being. 3. Psych Central - Blogs, experts and articles on mental health. 4. Psychotherapy.net - Resources to inspire…