Therapy for New Therapists
Every therapist needs a therapist.
It is in a therapist’s nature to be caring and selfless. You spent years in school learning all the skills necessary to transform other people’s lives and reduce their suffering.
Your work is admirable and impacts so many people, but what about the impact on your own life?
Self-care is a buzz word in the field, but what does that actually mean?
How many times has your supervisor said, “make sure you’re taking care of yourself!” All the while you’re pounding coffee number 4, calculating if you have enough time to make it to the bathroom before your next session, and wondering when you are going to get all your notes done.
You’ve taken a day off, and you feel even more tired than before. You sometimes question if this is what you want to do for the rest of your life.
You know that self-care is more than just a bubble bath.
Just because you are a therapist, doesn’t mean you have all the answers.
Therapists who are newer to the field (and many who have been around for decades) often struggle with:
- Feeling confident in their role
- Imposter syndrome
- Setting boundaries
- Conflicting organizational and personal values
- Leaving work at work
- Emotional exhaustion
- Transference
- Friends and family always seeking their advice
So why don’t you give yourself what you spend so much time giving to others?
We cannot deny that this work changes us – for better and sometimes for worse. Therapy will provide you with the space to work through your challenges without having to worry about people questioning your professional skillset.
With adequate support and effective processing methods, you can mitigate the unwanted consequences associated with the job and feel a sense of balance and wellbeing in your life.
It’s time to get started. Call me today to set up your first appointment! (585) 820-9067.
