Allyssa Powers
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7 THINGS THERAPISTS WISH YOU KNEW
There are SO many misconceptions about the therapy field. Part of my passion as a therapist is educating people on what working with a therapist is actually like. I hope this helps shed some light on what it's like to BE in therapy and to be the therapist. Subscribe if you wanna!
Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
1:30 So many types
3:01 We don’t “fix” people
4:00 Boring sessions
5:10 We aren’t your friends
6:36 Working outside the session
7:07 You can't force others to change
7:44 Healthcare system is broken
9:57 Outro
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HELLO! I hope you find this exercise helpful. I know it helped me all those years ago and I am still loving my practice as a person who niched down and only accepting their "ideal client". Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 2:00 Who do you love working with? 2:30 What do they have in common? 3:40 What do they have in common with you? 4:41 Interventions and theories 6:15 When do you feel successful? 7:01 Outro
PROS AND CONS OF WORKING IN PRIVATE PRACTICE AS A THERAPIST OR COUNSELOR12:31PROS AND CONS OF WORKING IN PRIVATE PRACTICE AS A THERAPIST OR COUNSELOR
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Hello! So glad you are here. This is a topic I feel VERY strongly about as I did not get much guidance or education on private practice in grad school. I really want to help you to understand if owning your own practice could be the right fit for you even if you are planning to so right out of grad school like I did. Let me know in the comments if you agree, disagree or what is stopping you fro...
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Hello! I hope you find this video helpful! Making the decision to work at an agency is a big one. Hopefully this sheds some light on what it is really like and if you think it would be a good fit for you. Let me know in the comments if you agree or disagree with my takes on working in community mental health. Time Stamps: 0:00 Intro 2:57 Community 3:34 Resources 4:09 Benefits 4:58 They pay for ...
HOW TO BE A GOOD LISTENER || Therapist's best active listening *SECRETS*11:56HOW TO BE A GOOD LISTENER || Therapist's best active listening *SECRETS*
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Hello friends! Are you looking to improve your listening skills as a therapist? I hope you learn from some of my mistakes and become the best active listener you can be. I really enjoy making therapy related content so if you like this video please subscribe so you keep up with my videos. Time Stamps: 0:00 Intro 2:53 Reflections 4:00 Open vs closed questions 5:05 Validate & normalize 6:03 Black...
THE SECRET TO BEING A *HAPPY* THERAPIST9:59THE SECRET TO BEING A *HAPPY* THERAPIST
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Hi friends! I hope you enjoy this video, these are the things I think about. I am really passionate about helping therapists enjoy their work. What do you think about my theories? Is there anything you would add that you think makes the difference between a happy therapist and a burnt-out one? Let me know in the comments! Time Stamps: 0:00 Intro 0:25 Thoughts on burnout 3:30 Private practice 5:...
HOW TO GRADUATE DEBT FREE || How therapists can avoid student loans11:02HOW TO GRADUATE DEBT FREE || How therapists can avoid student loans
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🎓 How to Go to Grad School Without Student Loan Debt Are you dreaming of advancing your education but worried about student loan debt? In this video, we’ll explore actionable strategies to help you attend grad school without accumulating student loans. Discover how to fund your graduate education through these three tips. Graduate Assistantships: Learn how research and teaching assistantships c...
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Title: How to Open a Therapy Session as a Therapist: A Step-by-Step Guide Welcome to my channel! In today’s video, we’re diving into one of the most crucial aspects of effective therapy: opening the therapy session. Whether you're a seasoned therapist or just starting out, setting the right tone from the beginning can make a huge difference in the therapeutic process. Join us as we explore prac...
DO NOT BECOME A CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST ❌ || You don't need a PhD?13:58DO NOT BECOME A CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST ❌ || You don't need a PhD?
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Why You Might Want to Think Twice Before Becoming a Clinical Psychologist Are you considering a career as a clinical psychologist? While it can be a rewarding and impactful profession, it's important to understand the other paths you can take for the same results while spending less money and time! I hope this video helps you on your journey of finding the right program for you. Time Stamps: 0:...
HOW TO PREP FOR GRAD SCHOOL BEFORE YOU EVEN APPLY || For *future* therapists + social workers9:09HOW TO PREP FOR GRAD SCHOOL BEFORE YOU EVEN APPLY || For *future* therapists + social workers
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🎓 Preparing for Grad School: Essential Tips for Future Therapists Are you dreaming of becoming a therapist and gearing up for grad school? 📚 ✨ In this video, we’re diving into practical steps and strategies to help you get ahead and make the most out of your future studies. Whether you're just starting to think about therapy as a career or you're already on the path, these tips will guide you t...
THE *HARDEST* THING YOU WILL DO AS A THERAPIST || Coping with vicarious TRAUMA13:18THE *HARDEST* THING YOU WILL DO AS A THERAPIST || Coping with vicarious TRAUMA
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How do we deal with hearing trauma as therapists? It can be so hard to listen to accounts of horrific acts, especially when we really come to love and care for our clients. I hope this video gives you some ideas on how to cope and stay present even when things are challenging. Time Stamps: 0:00 Intro 2:19 Empathy & boundaries 5:31 Grounding 7:10 Closing ritual 9:00 Community 9:50 Being in thera...
THERAPIST HORROR STORIES || This job is not for the WEAK12:36THERAPIST HORROR STORIES || This job is not for the WEAK
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I hope you enjoy this video about some of the weird situations that can come up as a therapist. I hope you are enjoying your summer. Let me know your own horror stories in the comments! Time Stamps: 0:00 Intro 1:05 Disclaimer 1:42 Story 1 5:06 Story 2 9:15 Story 3 11:54 Outro 🌟Disclaimer: All videos and content on this channel is intended to be educational only. All opinions are my own and are ...
INSIDER SECRETS: WHAT ITS *REALLY* LIKE TO BE A THERAPIST || The things they don't tell you11:38INSIDER SECRETS: WHAT ITS *REALLY* LIKE TO BE A THERAPIST || The things they don't tell you
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Hello! In this video I talk about all the insider secrets that they don't teach you! I had a lot of fun filming this video and I hope you learned something new about what it is really like to be a therapist. Let me know in the comments below where you are at on your own therapist journey. I would love to hear about it! 🦋 Time Stamps: 0:00 Intro 1:25 State rules 2:58 Romantic boundaries 3:54 New...
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Welcome to my channel! In this video, we explore how therapists, parents and teachers can use the beloved animated film, Inside Out 2, to facilitate meaningful conversations about mental health. Join me as we delve into the emotional landscapes depicted in the movie and discover practical techniques for integrating its themes into therapy sessions and the classroom. In This Video, We Cover: An ...
CLINICAL MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELING GRAD SCHOOL APPLICATION TIPS || FOR FUTURE LPC + THERAPISTS13:34CLINICAL MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELING GRAD SCHOOL APPLICATION TIPS || FOR FUTURE LPC + THERAPISTS
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How to Apply to a Graduate Program in Clinical Mental Health Counseling 🌟 Hello and welcome! I hope you find this video helpful, I will say it has been highly requested and I have other even more specific videos about what program is right for you! I personally have loved the LPC route, but I want to help you figure out if this is the path for YOU. Grad school applications can be a very overwhe...
WHAT IT'S REALLY LIKE *dating* AS A THERAPIST 💘9:53WHAT IT'S REALLY LIKE *dating* AS A THERAPIST 💘
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MY JOURNEY TO BECOMING A THERAPIST ✨🩵17:29MY JOURNEY TO BECOMING A THERAPIST ✨🩵
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OFFICE MUST HAVES FOR THERAPISTS, SOCIAL WORKERS AND PSYCHOLOGISTS17:50OFFICE MUST HAVES FOR THERAPISTS, SOCIAL WORKERS AND PSYCHOLOGISTS
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5 THINGS I *WON'T* SAY TO MY THERAPY CLIENTS, but really WANT to!7:325 THINGS I *WON'T* SAY TO MY THERAPY CLIENTS, but really WANT to!
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BETTERHELP SCAM? Watch this video before working with BETTERHELP | Therapists, clients + influencers19:55BETTERHELP SCAM? Watch this video before working with BETTERHELP | Therapists, clients + influencers
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5 SIGNS YOU SHOULD *NOT* BECOME A THERAPIST11:175 SIGNS YOU SHOULD *NOT* BECOME A THERAPIST
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