Writing my blog used to be easy: I wrote about what was on my mind that week. Typically that centered around work. I was inspired by the discussions I had with supervisees or colleagues. The range of topics was always relevant to the subject areas I write about. Other times my blog posts were inspired … Read more
What is the reason you want(ed) to be a Counselor/Psychotherapist? In my ten years of teaching counseling graduate students, there were some common themes in response to the question(s) about why they wanted to be a counselor/psychotherapist. In no particular order the responses were typically as follows: People come to me with their problems. Everyone … Read more
Some Things to Consider about Writing a Blog There are many reasons to write a blog. I think the best reason lies somewhere between the personal and the professional. Here are some considerations: Do you enjoy writing? Do you have something to share? Do you have a target audience? Do you have access to peoples’ … Read more
Three Types of Therapist’s Self Disclosure There are various types of a therapist’s self disclosure. Some self disclosure is about the therapist’s personal history like family, relationships, and trauma. Another form is about the therapist’s values, which is something that might be disclosed at the outset of therapy if those values have an impact on … Read more
