Some confusing stuff is happening around peer support. Although not a new development, it seems to have morphed into a different concept without us really noticing that we have been conned, laypersons and well-meaning professionals alike. By now the new meaning of “peer support” is so intrenched in publications and conversations that there is no […]
One of my roles is being a clinical supervisor. I have supervision meetings with colleagues who work in private practice or in some cases in other settings. I offer small group and one-on-one supervision. According to John Barletta, clinical supervision is considered a process whereby colleagues of a similar profession schedule meetings with the intention […]
Inspired by a speech from President Barack Obama Obama provided three pieces of advice to the graduates of high schools of 2020. You can obtain the full transcript on cnn.com (dated May 17th, 2020). I read the transcript of the speech given by Barack Obama to the graduating HS students of the class of 2020, […]
Those who know me are aware that in addition to my formal training, including my diploma courses, I credit my clients for my insights. Here are some insights I gained from my 20 years in the profession: Counselling therapists need to be cautious when working with a couple for many reasons and not jump to […]
LOVE is Allowing them to be their own tree That means that you foster and nurture growth, While allowing them to explore That means that you provide So, their roots develop firmly That means that you guide and protect, without forcing That means that you meet their needs, but do not […]
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