"But you're a therapist, you must have it all together?" 

"You probably don't have any of these problems because you are a therapist." 

"Can't you just therapize yourself?"

If you’ve ever heard these statements—or even thought them yourself—you’re not alone. Being a therapist or healing professional is emotionally demanding, and supporting others through trauma, anxiety, and pain can take its toll.

Therapy for Therapists – Because You Deserve Support Too

We hold space for others—we witness grief, trauma, and suffering on a daily basis. But just because we "went to school for this" doesn’t mean we are immune to burnout, compassion fatigue, or personal struggles. In fact, seeking therapy is often critical for maintaining our own emotional well-being and longevity in the profession.

As therapists, we also experience:

• Compassion fatigue & burnout – Holding space for others while struggling to maintain our own balance

• Anxiety & perfectionism – The pressure to "have it all together" and fear of making mistakes

• Relationship stress & family dynamics – Navigating conflict, breakups, loss, and life transitions

• Postpartum anxiety & depression – Managing parent guilt and the emotional toll of new parenthood

• Self-doubt & imposter syndrome – Wondering if we’re “good enough” even when we help others daily

I specialize in working with therapists, counselors, social workers, and other helping professionals struggling with burnout, anxiety, perfectionism, OCD, and trauma. Sessions are available in-person in Colchester, CT or online via telehealth in 42 PSYPACT participating states.

Prioritize Your Own Well-Being & Longevity in the Field

You don’t have to do this alone. Therapy can help you process your own emotions, prevent burnout, and create a healthier work-life balance—so you can continue helping others while also taking care of yourself.

Often, finding a therapist as a therapist is really, really hard.  I know, I've done it! First, you have to admit that you, as a helper, need help. Then you need to find a therapist that is non-judgmental, qualified or seasoned, will fully maintain your privacy, has understanding of ethics around treating another therapist, has authentic empathy, and does not see you as "an easy case." Many of our peers do not specialize in therapy for therapists. In the last several years, working with other therapists has become a passion and specialty of mine, both in therapy and as a supervisor. I offer a safe, non-judgmental space to process your own struggles amidst the backdrop of being a healing professional. Whether that means focusing on your own struggles and life challenges, venting and getting support around that client that pushes your buttons or you are not sure how to help, talking systems issues or terrible bosses, raging about working with insurance, or having space to process issues that are triggered or activated by your work. I provide an opportunity to receive empathic, neutral and objective feedback as well as receive support from a colleague that fully understands the demands and unique nature of our work.  If this seems like a fit for you, I'd love to help. Please reach out and schedule a consultation.