Wellness
The stories exploring self-care and mindfulness.

Facing the Shadow Side of Empathy
I get approached by strangers a lot. Whether it’s someone asking for directions, wondering what time it is, or small … Continued

Why I Joined a Professional Reading Group, And Why You Should Too
Even though our profession is based on connection, private practice can actually be quite lonely. Early in my career, I … Continued

How to Help Your Clients Start Practicing Mindfulness
As a clinician who regularly incorporates mindfulness into my sessions, I’ve learned over the years how not to bring it … Continued

The Anatomy of a Fee: How to Achieve Financial Self-Care
What’s really included in a fee? Just because you’re charging $125 for a session doesn’t mean you’re banking that entire … Continued

The Benefits of Movement for Virtual Practitioners
Truth be told, I barely leave my home office on the days I’m running my virtual practice. I’m embarrassed to … Continued

Managing Disordered Eating Patterns During the Holidays
American culture is heavily centered around food—including messaging and judgments about how much food we consume, how much weight we’ve … Continued

Learning to Love Contradictions
Like every other human walking this earth, I’ve struggled to step outside of the narrow one-sided view my brain presents … Continued

The Importance of Community as an Entrepreneur
Being an entrepreneur can be lonely, yet no one seems to talk about it. As a business owner, there’s no … Continued

5 Ways to Battle Loneliness in Private Practice
We hear it time and time again — isolation and loneliness are real issues for our community of private practitioners. … Continued

What Do I Do With This Therapeutic Anger?
Kim shifts uneasily on my couch. She pushes a strand of hair behind one ear and looks at me uncertainly. … Continued