As a certified EMDR therapist, I’ve seen firsthand how certain beliefs can contribute to burnout. These beliefs, often unconscious, can make it difficult to maintain resilience, even in challenging circumstances. Here are some common mental traps to watch out for: 1. Over-Responsibility: “I am responsible for everything and everyone” This belief can lead to feeling… Read more »

Healthcare professions, mental health especially, can be meaningful and rewarding on a deep level. However, so few of the training programs for mental health jobs prepare their graduates for dealing with burnout, vicarious trauma, and “compassion fatigue” that often becomes part of our jobs. The extent to which this much-needed area was addressed in my… Read more »