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Therapy for Therapists: Why Mental Health Professionals Often Need Their Own Therapy
“Therapists spend their careers supporting other people. We spend hours listening to others, holding space for their pain, and guiding our clients toward their goals. While the work of a therapist can be highly rewarding and satisfying, it is often quite challenging, mentally and emotionally. Some therapists may feel shame that they need mental health services, thinking that they should know how to take care of themselves. However, therapists taking action to support their mental health is actually a professional responsibility.”