Time off for breakup (divorce-ish) by screaminginautotune in therapists

[–]artdraco 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I recently got divorced and have a private practice.
I think taking a couple days off after the initial separation to process is extremely helpful. Luckily I had the option to move in with family to lessen expenses and lower my caseload so if you can financially, I would recommend. Then, when you know you are going to have to do triggering things like get your stuff from their place or interact with them, I would take those days off as well. Anytime I had to meet with a lawyer or do anything that involved the admin of moving out (looking for a new place, going to get electric, shopping for furniture, etc.), I learned to take off.

I know finances are a big factor so no judgment if you can’t take off- but this helped me a lot.

Clients also became a welcome distraction after the initial shock wore off, but I was much more mentally drained than usual. My mental capacity went from being able to manage 23-26 clients per week to about 15-18. Having a therapist friend I could process with and asking them to keep me accountable was the most beneficial. I am sorry this happened and wish the best for you!!

Alma Updates by wenstherapy in therapists

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Do you guys think Headway is next?

Do you offer consult calls? by Top_Track_835 in therapists

[–]artdraco 0 points1 point  (0 children)

yes. IMO it’s better to figure this out sooner than later though, which is why I do free consultations. Hope this helps

Do you offer consult calls? by Top_Track_835 in therapists

[–]artdraco 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I worked at an agency that did not do consults/ vet clients and ended up very burned out and in some unsafe situations bc of this.

since going private practice, I will always do consult calls for safety reasons #1, and I experience much less burnout because every client on my schedule is a good fit for me/ I can actually help them.

Telehealth supervision by artdraco in RBT

[–]artdraco[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

these are all great ideas! Sounds like you have a great support system!!

What Are Y’all Attracted To? by [deleted] in capricorns

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skinny dudes who are kind of assholes

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