I worked in a large healthcare system setting and yes the message was new therapist need to “pay our dues” on the journey to become licensed. I thank you so much for this needed insight.
I spent over 25 years completely draining myself in primary care front line settings. I'm finally in the position to be in private practice but I seem to have lost something along the way. Now I'm just trying to give myself time to reset before I figure out next steps, but I know for sure I don't have the energy for high risk clients. Just be aware of how much energy your putting out and how that might take you off course. 😌
Hi there! Your videos are always so useful and encouraging! Here's a request: perhaps a bit off topic, but you decide: can you make a video about therapists and our social lives? I'm specifically interested in how therapists manage dating (and dating sites) while maintaining our privacy, safety and professional image? I live in a small community where I regularly run into clients at the store, etc. One even reached out to me on a dating site. I did not encourage or add to that contact, of course, but I'm wondering how others manage these things! Thanks for reading!
I understand they don't generate the same amount of views as the shorter form version, but I really love these extended cuts :) Also, I deeply appreciate your speaking out against the mindset of "budding therapists need to pay their dues." As someone who will be wrapping up their master's degree in the next year, I am certainly biased in my thinking that some of the expectations of new therapists are unjust, but it is really encouraging to hear your similar views. Luckily, I have found a supervisor who "paid their dues" as they were told to by many, but who realizes how exploitative it can be to do so. It means a lot to see experienced therapists telling new ones that it IS ok to advocate for their wellbeing, while also seeking meaningful experience that promotes professional growth.
I really appreciate your discussion on reversing the economy of therapy- I’ve thought about this as well! How about seasoned therapists seeing the more acute / low fee / pro bono folks and newer therapists and trainees seeing the “worried well”- it doesn’t make sense to me that things get “easier” as one progresses in the career.
I worked in a large healthcare system setting and yes the message was new therapist need to “pay our dues” on the journey to become licensed. I thank you so much for this needed insight.
I spent over 25 years completely draining myself in primary care front line settings. I'm finally in the position to be in private practice but I seem to have lost something along the way. Now I'm just trying to give myself time to reset before I figure out next steps, but I know for sure I don't have the energy for high risk clients. Just be aware of how much energy your putting out and how that might take you off course. 😌
Hi there! Your videos are always so useful and encouraging! Here's a request: perhaps a bit off topic, but you decide: can you make a video about therapists and our social lives? I'm specifically interested in how therapists manage dating (and dating sites) while maintaining our privacy, safety and professional image? I live in a small community where I regularly run into clients at the store, etc. One even reached out to me on a dating site. I did not encourage or add to that contact, of course, but I'm wondering how others manage these things! Thanks for reading!
I understand they don't generate the same amount of views as the shorter form version, but I really love these extended cuts :)
Also, I deeply appreciate your speaking out against the mindset of "budding therapists need to pay their dues." As someone who will be wrapping up their master's degree in the next year, I am certainly biased in my thinking that some of the expectations of new therapists are unjust, but it is really encouraging to hear your similar views. Luckily, I have found a supervisor who "paid their dues" as they were told to by many, but who realizes how exploitative it can be to do so. It means a lot to see experienced therapists telling new ones that it IS ok to advocate for their wellbeing, while also seeking meaningful experience that promotes professional growth.
Another great one! Appreciate the support and perspectives you share!
I really appreciate your discussion on reversing the economy of therapy- I’ve thought about this as well! How about seasoned therapists seeing the more acute / low fee / pro bono folks and newer therapists and trainees seeing the “worried well”- it doesn’t make sense to me that things get “easier” as one progresses in the career.
I got overzealous and scheduled 30 a week. My sweet spot is 25 scheduled and 20 seen with cancellations.
25% picked the wrong profession, what mystery is it?