Episode #577: How To Heal Burnout, feat. Shani Gardner

Allison and guest Shani Gardner, LCSW, discuss Shani's experiences with burnout as a therapist and her journey toward overcoming it. They also share their experiences in this profession, emphasizing the importance of autonomy, self-care, and mindfulness in preventing burnout. Lastly, they discuss the challenges of running a private practice and the resources available for therapists, with a focus on the needs of women of color in the field. PS: Prefer video? This podcast episode is also availa…

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Episode #549: Chronic Fatigue in Therapists, feat. Tiffany Cogwin

In today's episode, Allison and guest Tiffany Cogwin discuss the topic of chronic fatigue, including the differentiation between general exhaustion and chronic fatigue syndrome, as well as the link between fatigue and time spent outside. They also explore the personal struggles of being overwhelmed and overcommitted, and the trend of younger generations shying away from traditional career paths due to burnout and fatigue. 

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Episode #531: How Therapists Are REALLY Doing, feat. Connor McClenahan

Connor McClenahan joins Allison in today's episode to discuss the stresses and challenges faced by therapists, particularly in the last few years. Together, they explore how many therapists often create their own stressors and demands, which can lead to a loss of agency and feelings of burnout. Connor and Allison also highlight the importance of finding joy outside of work and re-centering oneself. 

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Episode #526: Changes To Shift Burnout

If you’re full & burned out, you’re not alone. Here’s what to do about it.
 
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Episode #435: Decoding Burnout, feat. Dr. Sharon Grossman

Dr. Sharon Grossman joins Allison in today's podcast to explain the three contributing factors to burnout & provides tips for burnout recovery as well as burnout prevention.

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About Dr. Sharon Grossman:

Dr. Sharon Grossman is the author of the international bestseller, The 7E Solution to Burnout and the founder of Exhausted to Extraordinary™, a 3-step method to unblock…

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Episode #417: The 4 C's of Therapist Self Care, feat. Dr. Karen Dyck & Dr. Melissa Tiessen

Dr. Karen Dyck &  Dr. Melissa Tiessen join Allison on today's podcast to discuss why therapists - who discuss self care all the time - often struggle with it themselves, plus why redefining self care is so vital.

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Episode #360: Can I Take a Social Media Detox?

Is social media one of your marketing strategies but you find yourself needing a break from it? Allison shares whether it is ok to take a little detox every few months in this week's Ask Allison episode of the podcast.

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Episode #313: Work/Life Balance with Anush Hansen

In today's episode, Allison talks with Anush Hansen, MA, MS, LPC, CCC, about getting clear on what aspects of your work &/or life aren’t working for you.

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About Anush Hansen, MA, MS, LPC, CCC

Anush Hansen is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Maine, a Certified
Career Counselor credentialed by the National Career Development
Association, the owner of Kennebunk Career & Wellness Counseling
(kennebunkcounseling.com) and Balanced Card Sorts
(balance…

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What to do When you Need a Social Media Detox

The best possible thing you can do for your practice is to make choices that keep it sustainable. Is social media bringing clients in the door? Is it the kind of marketing you want to be doing?

Let’s say social media IS bringing clients in the door. Let’s say it’s your biggest referral source. Let’s say you DO love it but it can be a bit much sometimes.

The answer is ABSOLUTELY you can take a break. You can just take a true break and have a gap in your feed or you can schedule posts out ahea…

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Episode #288: Best Jobs to Avoid Burnout Pre-License

Waiting to start your private practice but can't in your state until you're fully licensed? In today's Ask Allison episode of the podcast, Allison discusses what jobs you can have in the meantime that won't lead to burnout.

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