Hey there, fellow therapists!
If you’re reading this, you’re probably someone who’s spent countless hours supporting others—so much so that you’ve forgotten to support yourself. Let’s be real: it’s easy to lose yourself when your skill set involves putting yourself aside to focus on the needs of others.
Perhaps you feel that your professional role is bleeding into your personal life—whether it's setting boundaries with friends who emotionally unload on you, dealing with "don’t therapize me" defenses, or finding dating to be a minefield of trauma dumping.
Maybe you’re caught up in being analytical, and need to make space to feel rather than think. Maybe you’re struggling to prioritize self care. You might even be questioning whether this profession is right for you or wrestling with a nagging sense of guilt for ignoring your own needs, telling yourself “I can handle this” or “I know what to do,” while in reality, it’s not enough; you’re overwhelmed and under-supported.
We spend our workdays supporting people navigating a world filled with uncertainty and fear, the same challenges we ourselves are living and facing daily. The emotional weight of supporting others through such times can be heavy and isolating.
That’s where I come in. I get it. I understand the unique challenges you face because I’ve been there myself.
Here, you’re not just another therapist; you’re a human who deserves to be heard, supported, and nurtured.
Let’s work together to reclaim your space, balance your life, and address your own emotional needs with the same compassion you offer others.
You don’t have to navigate this alone.
Reach out and let’s get you the support you deserve.
Allison Medford, LMFT, ATR is a licensed psychotherapist and registered art therapist who provides counseling to adults in Oregon and Florida via telehealth.
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