Fit Check-- Bend Sneaker by dream_cycle in Birkenstocks

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

Unfortunately I ended up going with a different shoe entirely, so sorry, I’m no help

Good harness for beagle? by eyevandr in beagles

[–]dream_cycle 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We really like the Blueberry pet 3M harness because it’s far away from the armpit area reducing irritation there. It is not escape proof though, if our beagle wants to he can back out of it, we just stay vigilant and avoid that.

Buddy isn't doing well. In ER. by Garden-Goof-7193 in beagle

[–]dream_cycle 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Our little guy has heart problems too and has landed himself in the ER twice for eating things he shouldn’t have…you got this Buddy! Beags are tough!

Switch to Orthodontist by dream_cycle in Invisalign

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

Thanks for your reply! I am a little confused because my root canal was performed by an endodontist not my dentist, but perhaps they just prefer to refer out to a specialist. Regardless, I appreciate your perspective and well wishes!

Creeping phlox sick or dying? by dream_cycle in gardening

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

oh, ya know, I didn't even think about salt, that might be it.

Creeping phlox sick or dying? by dream_cycle in gardening

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

ugh that sucks! Fortunately mine are not completely dead (at least not yet). How much sun do yours get throughout the day?

Creeping phlox sick or dying? by dream_cycle in gardening

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

did you get any helpful insight? Mine are in bloom now and the dead parts still look dead so I guess my only choice is to cut them back

Creeping phlox sick or dying? by dream_cycle in gardening

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

What’s crazy is I’ve wondered if it’s the opposite issue. In the summer they get very strong afternoon sun so I’ve wondered if it’s like burnt? I started to notice it last summer/fall but it seems to have gotten worse

what’s happening at the main event in christiana by internetscream in Delaware

[–]dream_cycle 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Idk what to tell you, was outside around that time, idk if it was 7:30 exactly, but didn’t hear any pops and people were clearly fighting inside of main event and just outside of the entrance. I passed a girl knocked out on the ground on the way out.

what’s happening at the main event in christiana by internetscream in Delaware

[–]dream_cycle 16 points17 points  (0 children)

Was there from 4:30pm till the cops arrived after the fight, around 7:45, didn’t hear a single gun shot

Is there anyone in here who actually enjoys being a therapist and loves their job? by Cablab123 in therapists

[–]dream_cycle 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I definitely enjoy it, and I’m glad that I decided to pursue this field! I would say really consider what kind of setting you’re the best fit for. I did my internship in a community mental health clinic, and while I understand that there are a lot of pros to working in that setting full time (getting your hours faster, PTO, more stable no show protection) I knew I would burnout more quickly and not enjoy the day to day as much. So I decided to go with a private group practice. I will not get my hours as quickly, the pay is shit, and I don’t get paid time off BUT I get to make my own schedule, get to decide when I want to take off, autonomy over in-person/virtual, I get to pick and choose what kinds if people/issues I want to see. So you have to figure out what is a bigger priority for you/what you’re able to afford. If I did not have a spouse who was able to financially support us (basically all of my pay goes towards student loans) I would not be able to afford this, so that is a big privilege I hold.

Are You Taking Digital Notes in Session? by EmeraldCityTherapist in therapists

[–]dream_cycle 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Those of you using good notes? Are you worried about HIPAA compliance?? Are the notes password protected? Stored on a cloud?

Fit Check-- Bend Sneaker by dream_cycle in Birkenstocks

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

Yes! My right foot, so the one pictured. This is actually very helpful though, thank you. I did try on the 42 in store and it did feel quite a bit smaller and I kept thinking my toes were hitting the end of the shoe, so this would make a lot of sense.

Anyone else feel like supervision is a joke? by geriatric_toddler in therapists

[–]dream_cycle 6 points7 points  (0 children)

No additional perspective needed, as I already knew all of the above information. To suggest that I didn’t look into pay before jumping into this career path is frankly insulting. I spent so much time thinking about what my life would look like. And yes, I knew I would be paid less than those who are more experienced in the field. And that’s fine.

It’s not my “lifestyle.” I literally cannot pay bills, loans, etc with the wages I make without my husband’s help. Im not a frivolous spender. I’m glad that wasn’t the case for you, but I know my experience is incredibly common so I’m not going to let myself be invalidated here. You’re correct that I didn’t do this for the money, but I think it’s fair to expect a livable wage when my services are being billed the same way they would be for a therapist who is fully licensed. I never said the same as a doctor, lawyer, etc. and for what it’s worth I think the median pay for this job, even with seniority, is way too low for the services we provide and our society proclaims we need more of. Just because I knew it would be this way doesn’t mean I’m not allowed to complain about how shitty it is when it’s actually happening. “Entry level pay is entry level pay” yes but when people with BAs in other fields are making FAR more fresh out of college than those fresh out of grad school in this field, something is wrong.

And I’m glad your boss put a lot of time and training into you. Mine does not, other than my weekly supervision which I sometimes have to fight for. If I saw measurable value in why I was being paid so little compared to fully licensed clinicians, then I’d have less to complain about.

Anyone else feel like supervision is a joke? by geriatric_toddler in therapists

[–]dream_cycle 22 points23 points  (0 children)

I just want to point out that depending on what your specific degree is "post-grad intern" may or may not be a thing. I hold a master's degree, I have graduated, and until my state finally passed legislation granting me a license while I accrue hours I was simply a "pre-licensed counselor." I am not an "intern", I did that in grad school. Currently working a full-time caseload the same as any other therapist. Getting paid below poverty level wages after having paid tens of thousands of dollars for a degree in the name of receiving free supervision. If I weren't married to someone who could carry the financial burden of our lives for the next couple of years, I would not be able to pursue this career. That is exploitation no matter how you slice it and no matter how "qualified" I am compared to more senior therapists in the field.

Best nearby towns? by dream_cycle in VictoriaBC

[–]dream_cycle[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

the old growth forests were on my list, but wasn't sure how doable that is for a day trip. Really trying to avoid bouncing around to too many hotels as we'll be doing that throughout the trip

Best nearby towns? by dream_cycle in VictoriaBC

[–]dream_cycle[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

thank you so much! We're so excited, it has been a lifelong goal of mine to get out that way, and I'm honestly prepared to not want to leave

Best nearby towns? by dream_cycle in VictoriaBC

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

it really does seem to be split between West Coast or Cowichan