I recently facilitated a clinical supervision group (it’s like a consultation group for new therapists) where we were discussing a case where the client seemed to have some …
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Protecting and Prioritizing Your Mental Health When Working From Home: Tips from Therapists
Remote work offers flexibility and convenience, but it also comes with its own set of challenges, especially when it comes to mental health. As a therapist, I have noticed …
Feeling Disconnected? A Therapist’s Guide to Understanding Dissociation
Dissociation is one of those words that gets tossed around in therapy rooms, but often misunderstood in everyday conversations. It can show up as zoning out in a meeting, driving …
Self-Care for Therapists: Proven Strategies to Manage Work Stress and Prevent Burnout
As therapists, we spend so much time caring for others that our own self-care can easily slip through the cracks. But keep in mind that you can’t drive others where they need to go …
Burnout, Secondary Traumatic Stress, and Compassion Fatigue in Helping Professions
As therapists, mental and emotional health isn’t just something we talk about with clients-- it’s something we have to actively protect in ourselves. This work is meaningful and …
Thriving with ACT: Practical Tips for Therapists on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
In the ever-evolving field of mental health, therapists continually explore and integrate new modalities to better support their clients. One of the approaches that has gained …
How Ellie Mental Health Fills the Gaps for Therapists, Clients, and Franchise Owners
In the pursuit of a new business idea, it’s common to find yourself at a crossroads: you’re looking for something that makes money, but you want something that really speaks to …
The Heart of Ellie: Erin Opoku
Reflections from an Original Clinician on Ellie's Evolution Welcome to a brand new series we’re calling “The Heart of Ellie.” As Ellie grows and evolves, we stay grounded in the …
Quiet Quitting Is Loud: How Employers Can Ignite Passion in the Workplace
Quiet quitting has been a major buzzword in the last few months. As many have experienced anxiety, depression, extreme work stress, and burnout in the years following the pandemic, …
