Category Archives: Clinical Supervision

Found a Good One

“Tell or Not Tell” wondered about disclosing the sexual abuse she had survived as a child to the man she was dating. I had been divorced for five years when I went on a first date with a man I … Continue reading

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Theraphy

It’s so important for you to have [a therapist who can] understand your language and perspective. You don’t want to have to code switch in a room where you’re supposed to be your true, authentic self. -Elyse Fox Positively Purging-I … Continue reading

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Hair Tales: Discrimination

I met with ____ on ____, and was elated to become a part of the ____ team. Ms. ____ shared with me, as you did in my initial interview, that ____ needs to strengthen its area of outreach. I appreciated … Continue reading

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According to Therapists: Looking for a Friend

Don’t pick a therapist because you like them as a person. Instead, choose a therapist based on their credentials, expertise, experience with certain issues you may be facing, and overall effectiveness. “Choosing a therapist you’d like to be friends with … Continue reading

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Solicitations

I have never written to you before, but was compelled to reply to the letter from “Worried” who was concerned about her elderly mother-in-law sending money to charities who sent her solicitations. When my mother was in her senior years … Continue reading

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