There is so much to do and so little time This is a time in my life and in the lives of many other’s wherein stress, challenge and opportunity abound. My concerns include, but are not limited to, the following: the state of our democracy (i.e. the Supreme Court nomination process & hearings); social concerns … Read more
The Therapist is a Human Being At different times in your life and for various reasons, you will not be at your best. If you are a psychotherapist, coach, teacher or really if you do anything at all…not being at your best can be frustrating. Your responsibilities don’t go away even when you need a … Read more
I don’t know what else to call it. So I am calling it “The Fear of Being a Therapist.” I’m finding that a number of beginning counselors and those who have been practicing for years hold a variety of fears that are crippling and overwhelming. These are the fears I hear about from beginning counselors … Read more
You are Responsible for Yourself! It may be a difficult truth but it is a cornerstone of well-being…you are responsible for yourself. As therapists, we are too often charged with helping others improve their self esteem or self concept. The truth is that feeling good about one’s self takes time to cultivate. Some people view … Read more
