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45. Beyond the Hustle: Strategies for Therapists in the New Year

Release Date: 01/11/2024

64. Emotional Echoes: When Our Work Hits too Close to Home

Colleague Down the Hall

In this episode of the Colleague Down The Hall Podcast, I dive into the concept of “Emotional Echoes” and how our clients’ experiences can sometimes resonate with our own life experiences. I talk about ways for therapists to recognize and manage these emotional reactions to maintain professional efficacy and personal well-being. I touch on the importance of self-awareness, support systems like peer consultation, and self-care strategies to navigate these challenges, and encourage sharing these experiences with colleagues to normalize and address them within the therapeutic community....

63.Treating Religious Abuse in Private Practice: A Primer for Clinicians with Chris Conley

Colleague Down the Hall

In today’s episode of the Colleague Down The Hall Podcast, Chris Conley joins me to talk about religious and spiritual abuse, which is the manipulation or exploitation of a person by a religious or spiritual authority. Chris shares a variety of dynamics for assessing and treating this type of abuse including knowing when to refer out. He also discusses how important it is to be mindful of one's own biases and limitations when dealing with clients' spiritual concerns and the role of therapists in maintaining professional boundaries. “You as the therapist are somebody who is feeling...

62. Online Video Content: Boost Your Private Practice's Digital Presence

Colleague Down the Hall

In today’s episode of the Colleague Down the Hall podcast, I delve into how to enhance your marketing strategy for your private practice using a simple and accessible method. I share insights to guide you on how to create short, engaging, and authentic videos to enhance your online presence. I also touch on leveraging these videos for SEO benefits and building connections with potential clients and other therapists. The more accessible and authentic your marketing, the more clients you attract and connect with. “As therapists, we know the issues that our clients deal with, we...

61. Breathing Space for Healing: Empowering Therapists To Care for Themselves

Colleague Down the Hall

In this new episode of the Colleague Down the Hall Podcast, I provide some supportive suggestions and activities for therapists to make sure they are taking care of themselves. I reflect on my observations of stress and challenges among my peers. I also talk about the necessity of therapists incorporating self-care into their routines, similar to the advice they give their clients. I provide practical tips on managing workloads, offer sensory and somatic exercises for stress relief, and encourage building a supportive community among therapists. This episode not only highlights...

60. When to Refer Out: Professional and Practical Guidelines for Therapists

Colleague Down the Hall

In today’s episode, I discuss the importance of referring clients out when their needs exceed a therapist's training or specialization along with some personal needs for the therapist. Therapists need to consider clinical competence, ethical and legal considerations, and dual relationships when deciding to refer a client out. I also address common concerns and challenges therapists face when deciding to refer clients as well as provide strategies for managing challenging cases in therapy. “We also need to look at personal and logistical factors. We've all had those...

59. Fictionalized Case Consultation: A Therapist Is Contacted By A Former Client Who Now Lives In Another State

Colleague Down the Hall

In today’s episode of the Colleague Down the Hall Podcast, I am joined by some colleagues to process a fictionalized case. Client Molly has moved to another state and is contacting her former therapist for support. The discussion involves client safety, state jurisdiction laws, licensure requirements, and ethical dilemmas, especially in scenarios involving inter-state practice and teletherapy, “One of the things that I would be looking at is in the dynamics of the therapy that we did do, what is this client's propensity to say I need help? Is this someone who, you know easily...

58. Aligning Values: The Foundation of Your Private Practice

Colleague Down the Hall

In this episode, I explore the significance of aligning personal values in private practice. Drawing from my own experiences and discussions with colleagues, I highlight the pivotal role that values play in shaping decisions regarding policies, client interactions, niche selection, and self-care. "Values act as a compass guiding us in how we show up in the world and in our work." Key Points: Examining personal values is essential for creating a private practice that aligns with individual identity. Values serve as a reference point for making practice decisions regarding...

57. Transformative Techniques: EMDR, Brainspotting, and ART Explained

Colleague Down the Hall

If you're intrigued by the intersection of psychology, therapy techniques, and professional development, you're in for a treat. In this new episode of the Colleague Down the Hall Podcast, Audrey Schoen and Jenny Hughes join me for an insightful discussion where we discuss the use of EMDR, Brainspotting, and ART. We touch on the foundational aspects of these therapeutic approaches, including their development, application, and the unique benefits they offer to both therapists and clients. We explore the nuances of each technique, share personal experiences and insights, and discuss the...

56. Reflections from Year One of Podcasting: Embracing Diversity, Learning, and Resilienc

Colleague Down the Hall

In today’s episode of the Colleague Down the Hall podcast, I celebrate my first year of podcasting. This episode is a reflection of the key insights and themes that have emerged over the past year. I talk about the importance of fostering a supportive, inclusive, and collaborative community within the psychotherapy profession. I reflect on the past year's achievements in aligning with these virtues and set forth a vision for continuing to address the complexities of the profession through shared learning, ongoing professional development, and embracing diversity. This episode is all about...

55. Deep Healing, Less Burnout: The Power of Therapy Intensive with Steffeny Feld

Colleague Down the Hall

In today’s episode of the Colleague Down the Hall podcast, Steffeny Feld joins me to explore the concept and benefits of therapy intensives. This is an alternative therapeutic approach that allows for deep, focused work over a condensed period, rather than traditional weekly sessions. We touch on the flexibility of intensives across different treatment modalities and client populations, the challenges of insurance billing, and the importance of aligning practice decisions with personal values and lifestyle needs. This episode emphasizes the transformative impact of therapy intensives for...

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As I reflected on the way I approached the last few new years, I realized I needed to try something different for 2024. Instead of planning out my entire year, setting long-term goals, making resolutions and getting swept up in the hustle culture, that urge to do more, be more and achieve more, I want to be more intentional to allow for the natural ebbs and flows that come with life. In this new episode of the Colleague Down the Hall podcast, I talk about some specific tasks and steps to start your year without compromising your work/life balance. I delve into the trap of hustle culture prevalent in our society and focus instead on the importance of prioritizing your well-being alongside your professional goals and responsibilities. Let's approach the new year with a mindset of balance, self-care and flexibility, and plan ways to minimize the toll that therapy work can take on us as humans who are also therapists.

In this episode, we’ll delve into:

Setting realistic and achievable goals for shorter periods to allow for flexibility when life happens.
Schedule time for administrative tasks, automating or delegating where possible, and considering the use of AI tools like ChatGPT for practice management.
Examining the critical need to prioritize our mental and physical health through regular self-care activities and regular breaks.
Establishing clear work-life boundaries, communicating them to clients, and avoiding the temptation to overextend ourselves.
Determine a manageable client load by taking note of the emotional impact of sessions, and making adjustments to maintain a healthy balance.
The importance of networking with fellow therapists for mutual support and learning through peer consultation groups or regular meetups.
The significance of scheduling regular breaks and vacations throughout the year to prevent burnout and maintain a healthy work/life balance.

“Begin with reflection. Look back at last year, what worked well in your practice in your personal life, what didn't. Use these insights to set realistic and achievable goals for just the next month or six weeks. What are one or two things you want to focus on in your business and your personal life during that time. If last year was about building a client base, maybe this month, you can focus on deepening your expertise in a specific area of therapy.”

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