Being a therapist doesn't make you immune to anxiety, relationship struggles, self-doubt, overwhelm, or the challenges that come with being human.
In fact, being a therapist can sometimes make it harder to ask for help.
You know the language. You know the coping skills. You know what you would tell a client. And sometimes that can leave you thinking, “I should be able to handle this myself.”
I understand that reaching out for therapy can feel vulnerable when you're a therapist yourself.
You may worry about being judged. You may wonder if another therapist will think you're not handling things well or question your abilities as a clinician. You might even worry that needing support somehow means you're not a good therapist.
It doesn't.
Being a good therapist doesn't mean having everything figured out. It means being human, continuing to grow, and recognizing when you could use support.
Therapists have difficult relationships, experience anxiety, go through divorce, become parents, struggle with boundaries, feel overwhelmed, and sometimes simply get stuck—just like everyone else.
Seeking therapy isn't a reflection of your ability as a therapist. You don't have to be struggling “enough” to deserve support.
Therapy can be a place where you can take off the professional hat for a while.
We can explore whatever you're experiencing—anxiety, relationships, life transitions, burnout, perfectionism, boundaries, self-doubt, or simply feeling stuck.
You don't need to explain everything perfectly or arrive with a clear goal. We can start wherever you are.
My approach is warm, collaborative, and without judgment. I understand the unique pressures that can come with being a mental health professional, while also recognizing that you are a person first.
You spend your days listening to other people, holding space for their emotions, and helping them navigate difficult moments.
This can be your space to be heard.
If you've been thinking about therapy but have been hesitant to reach out, you don't have to figure out whether you're “therapist enough” to need it.
You can simply be human here.
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Claudia Glassman, LMFT, RPT-S | Mighty Oak Parenting LLC