Getting started in agencies Since 2011, I worked as a counselor in higher level of care agencies. A ton professional growth occurred during those years. I taught clients how to effectively cope, apply therapeutic strategies, and believe in their own strengths. Days ranged from 8 to 16 hours long. One agency didn't allow for breaks, … Continue reading How My Pennsylvania Teletherapy Private Practice got Started
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What National Certified Counselor (NCC) Means to Potential Clients
Counselors can have multiple letters or credentials behind their name. One that most people are familiar with is Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). Counselors can be board certified, have a certificate in a specialty (addiction, marriage and family therapy, anxiety...) and treatment method (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focus Brief Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy...). In this article, I'm … Continue reading What National Certified Counselor (NCC) Means to Potential Clients
How to Find the Right Counselor
It can be challenging and anxiety provoking to find the right counselor. Sometimes it's difficult knowing how to find the help that you specifically need. This article's tips will answer some questions, help develop a plan, relieve stress, and lead you to finding the right counselor. Licensed Professional Counselors A licensed professional counselor works with … Continue reading How to Find the Right Counselor
10 Things to Know about Professional Counselors
10 things to know about professional counselors 1) Counselors have a Master's or Doctoral degree in counseling. Graduate school programs offer courses for specializing in school, clinical, marriage and family, addictions, etc. It is highly beneficial to find a counselor who specializes in what you are seeking help for, however, isn't necessary in all cases … Continue reading 10 Things to Know about Professional Counselors
I was Inspired to Call My Business Finish Stronger Counseling
I came up with the name Finish Stronger Counseling from my experience and passion for running. To "finish stronger" means to end the session better than when it started. Think about training for a marathon. During training runs, sometimes the goal is to have negative splits (a steadily increasing pace per mile as the run … Continue reading I was Inspired to Call My Business Finish Stronger Counseling