Therapy For Therapists
We can be our own biggest blindspots
As a therapist, you dedicate your time to supporting others through their challenges and guiding them towards healing and growth. We recognize the unique pressures and responsibilities you face in your professional and personal life.You deserve a space that’s just for you, where you feel truly seen, supported, and understood. Prioritizing your own well-being is a vital part of the meaningful work you do.
Challenges
Therapists may often find themselves struggling with setting boundaries, burn out, expectations and pressures, rationalizing, work/life balance
Therapy vs Supervision
Therapy can be more than supervision! Your job is impactful. It can be triggering, frustrating, stressful, draining, and consuming. It can impact your relationships, health, and lifestyle. It may be hard to balance showing up for others. You deserve a space to discuss and release this, with someone who understands, while also focusing on your well-being.
Accountability
Therapists show up for everyone through encouragement, validation, and empathy. You deserve someone to do the same for you and support you on your needs and goals.
Myth: "You should know this"
Therapists are often told that they should have the tools and skills, they shouldn't struggle, or they should know better. You do not need to have all the answers. You are human, and you deserve the same space as others.
"What would you tell your client?"
This question can be frustrating when you are finally focusing on yourself. You can be a great therapist, but you also might not specialize in what you need. Knowledge and application are not one in the same. You are allowed to need guidance and support.
Countertransference and Perspective
A lot may come up with your own clients that you may relate to. Therapy can help to process any stressors/trauma. Being in the role of a client can create greater empathy, understanding, and compassion for your clients.