A few years ago, I decided to pursue a PhD. Why … isn’t it obvious? Being a psychotherapist who helps health care professionals navigate burnout and imposter syndrome, raising three teenagers, and holding multiple certifications in everything from DBT to MBSR to CCISM wasn’t enough—or so I thought. In my work, I help physicians, faculty, and other high-achieving professionals process...[ read more ]
The wildfires that have swept through the Los Angeles area have left behind devastation—neighborhoods reduced to smoldering ruins, homes turned to ash, and lives forever changed. The destruction isn’t just physical—it’s the emotional wounds left by the destruction of what was once home. The fire didn’t just burn structures; it burned away a sense of safety, routine, and belonging. The lingering...[ read more ]
As an employee assistance program (EAP) therapist at a hospital, I am often called upon to help people navigate the emotional fallout of life’s most challenging moments. The wildfires devastating Los Angeles bring a unique layer of grief, stress, and uncertainty to our community. David Kessler, a leading voice on grief, emphasizes that loss is not limited to death—it is...[ read more ]
Change is a single constant. Oftentimes, with change, there can be much uncertainty about potential outcomes. Uncertainty is uncomfortable and usually precipitated by incomplete information, unknown effects or consequences, and limited knowledge. And yet, the last few years have shown us how opportunity loves uncertainty. It is a simple statement with a tremendous amount of impact. Uncertainty signifies the ultimate starting...[ read more ]
Not many of us will get through life without experiencing grief. Sometimes that grief can be isolating, and sometimes the grief is shared among a group of people. Many of us are experiencing grief right now because of the pandemic. We’ve lost loved ones, homes and jobs. We’ve also lost our freedom in many ways. Most likely everyone in your...[ read more ]
Most of us love the idea of playing hooky from work and life once in a while. But we love it only when it’s on our terms. Many of us have been told to stay home for the unforeseeable future in an effort to keep COVID-19 from spreading. While some people are equipped for the realities of working from home,...[ read more ]
According to a report by the National Business Group on Health, over 200 million workdays are lost each year due to mental health issues. But despite this, roughly 60% of employees never speak to coworkers or management about their mental health status because the issue remains a taboo subject. Mental Health - The Next Frontier of Diversity and Inclusion A...[ read more ]