Can you Specialize in Treating Things you Relate to?

Can you Specialize in Treating Things you Relate to?
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Today we're going to dive into the question of whether it's appropriate to specialize in topics you have a personal connection with. Whether you're considering specializing in treating something your loved one has dealt with, something you've dealt with in the past, or even your current experiences, in this episode we discuss things to consider before specializing in something you're personally connected to.
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[@takouhiejensen6205]

I love this! Thank you.

[@SevillaILove]

I absolutely think lived experience is extremely valuable in therapy. As long as the person has deeply attended to their own stuff and process.

[@imthinkingthoughts]

Absolutely. The answer certainly isn't simple.
Some key considerations include:
Motivations: Reflect on why you want to specialize in this area.
Emotional Triggers: Assess how strongly you're affected by the topic.
Automatic Thoughts: Evaluate your beliefs and openness to different perspectives.
Evidence-based Practice: Stay connected with research.
Client Improvement: Consider how you'll handle situations where clients don’t improve.
Interest and Hope: Ensure the topic is interesting and you have a hopeful outlook for clients.
Well-managed Conditions: If you're actively experiencing the condition, make sure it's well-managed.
Ultimately, it's important to take your time, consult with colleagues, and remember that you don't have to stick with one specialty forever.

[@patriciagreer572]

When in doubt, please remember or refresh yourself on counter transference.
Also please remember your role in therapy - putting clients first. Hope this helps