A Therapist’s wake up call about stress, burnout, self care. Why mental health professionals must prioritize their own healing to avoid compassion fatigue.
A Therapist’s wake up call about stress, burnout, self care. Why mental health professionals must prioritize their own healing to avoid compassion fatigue. Written by Laurie Boussom Published on January 28, 2026 Share : When the Healer Needs Healing: A Therapist’s Wake-Up Call About Stress & Self-Care For nearly 30 years, I’ve sat with anxiety, […]
New Year’s Resolutions that Actually Work: A Therapist’s Practical Guide
Written by Laurie Boussom Published on January 3, 2026 Share : Every January, millions of people, including me, set New Year’s resolutions with the best intentions, and most abandon them within weeks. If you’ve ever wondered why New Year’s goals fail, the answer usually isn’t laziness or lack of […]
The No-Bullshit Holiday Survival Guide(For Humans With Families, Friends, Feelings, and a Nervous System)
The No-Bullshit Holiday Survival Guide(For Humans With Families, Friends, Feelings, and a Nervous System) Written by Laurie Boussom Published on December 28, 2025 Share : “And so this is Christmas, and what have you done?” John Lennon I returned home from 2 wonderful weeks at our home in Michigan, visiting with family and friends, only to […]
My African Dream: What Zambia, Botswana, and Cape Town Taught Me About Mental Health
My African Dream: What Zambia, Botswana, and Cape Town Taught Me About Mental Health Written by Laurie Boussom Published on December 14, 2025 Share : “The World is FULL of Restless Hearts” Johnny Clegg As a therapist, I spend a lot of time talking with people about slowing down, regulating their nervous systems, and […]
Little Green: Becoming Mindful in a Mind Full World
Little Green: Becoming Mindful in a Mind Full World Written by bhaitz00 Published on October 8, 2025 Share : “Just a little green, like the color when the spring is born.There’ll be crocuses to bring to school tomorrow.” — Joni Mitchel When did you notice, REALLY notice, the magnificent transformation into spring? Did you smile when […]
Myths and Misunderstandings about Psychotherapy
Myths and Misunderstandings about Psychotherapy Written by bhaitz00 Published on October 6, 2025 Share : She says, “Look, you come here every week, with jigsaw pieces of your past It’s all on little sound bytes and voices out of photographs. And that’s all yours, that’s the guide, that’s the map, so tell me, where does […]
Staying on Your Own Mat
Staying on Your Own Mat Written by bhaitz00 Published on October 8, 2025 Share : I’m a baby Yogi in an old(er) body. I may never be able to do a handstand, yet I love to sweat (NOT glisten) in a 105-degree room practicing 26 poses. Yoga has strengthened my body and stretched my mind. […]
Constructive and Destructive Stress
Constructive and Destructive Stress Written by bhaitz00 Published on September 3, 2025 Share : “What would you think if I sang out of tune? Would you stand up and walk out on me? Lend me your ears and I’ll sing you a song, and I’ll try not to sing out of key. I get by […]
Everyday Grateful
Everyday Grateful Written by bhaitz00 Published on October 8, 2025 Share : “I want to thank you for giving me the best day of my life.” Dido On the morning commute to my office I am greeted by the ever-changing panorama of the mountains. I silently breathe “Thank You” to the universe for creating such majesty. […]
I still Fall on my Face Sometimes
I still Fall on my Face Sometimes Written by bhaitz00 Published on October 8, 2025 Share : As the story goes, Thomas Edison failed over 10,000 times before he invented the light bulb. During this process, a well-intended colleague said, “Tom, give it up. This will never work.” Gritty Tom replied, “Dude, I’ve discovered 9.999 […]