Psychology In Seattle Podcast Advice for Novice Therapists
Oct 18, 2024
Andres Valdivieso, a dedicated Antioch University student in the CMHC program, seeks insights on navigating the early days of his counseling career. He discusses strategies to handle graduate school anxiety, emphasizing the importance of relationships and open communication. The conversation also dives into choosing between agency work and private practice, weighing ethical dilemmas and personal motivations. Additionally, they explore different educational paths, including the PsyD and PhD, while promoting self-care as essential for growth in therapy.
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Lower Anxiety Relationally
- Lower your anxiety relationally by building connections with professors and classmates.
- This creates a safer environment for learning and growth, reducing the threat response that hinders learning.
Accept Incompetence
- Accept your incompetence as a novice therapist.
- Embrace mistakes as part of the learning process, trusting your professors to guide you towards competency.
Build Diverse Connections
- Build diverse connections with professors and classmates beyond mere friendship.
- These connections create a support system, offer career advice, and contribute to a stronger referral network.