What early signs revealed to you your calling to become a therapist? How does personal growth shape the journey of becoming a mental health practitioner? Why is it important to focus intentionally on the life you want to create? Even as a child, I noticed when someone else was upset or hurting, and I realized it mattered to be present with people during their grief or sadness. I had a strong "empathy radar" and, even without knowing the terminology, I understood that being sensitive to others' emotions could be a strength. A turning point for me came in college when I learned about trauma and how emotional wounds can live in the body—it gave language to what I had always sensed in people around me. Training to become a therapist taught me theory and technique, but nothing truly prepares you for the emotional excavation that comes with this work. I had to confront my own perfectionism, anxiety, and self-doubt, and going through therapy myself helped me learn to hold space for myself so I could hold it for others. I've realized the best therapists aren't those who have it all figured out—they're the ones willing to do the work alongside their clients. Thanks for listening, I'd love to connect with you over on Facebook. SHOW NOTES AND RESOURCES: Click here

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