Zest for Therapy: Optimizing your growth as a new therapist

Ep. 13: Reflections on Season 1

Join us for our final episode of the season where we reflect on the podcast and what we wish we knew when we first started out as therapists. Feel free to find us on Substack at the link below. https://substack.com/@zestfortherapy [https://substack.com/@zestfortherapy]

Ep. 12 Diagnosing 101

Join us for an episode with Grace Zhu AMFT where we talk about diagnosing, different approaches to it, common pitfalls, and some advice. If you have thoughts on diagnosing, ideas for episodes, or any additional questions, please find us on Substack at the link below. https://substack.com/@zestfortherapy [https://substack.com/@zestfortherapy]

Ep. 11 Intro to IFS with Rich Reynolds LMFT Part 2

Join us for part two of our interview on Internal Family Systems Theory  We are your cohosts for the Zest for Therapy Podcast Courtney Doman AMFT and Celeste Webster MSWi. Whether you are a pre-licensed intern, provisionally licensed therapist, or just feel new regardless of your license status, we know being a new therapist can be overwhelming. You are stepping out of your comfort zone, learning new things, sharpening your therapy skills, working on yourself, all while balancing life outside of work, or school. You might be experiencing imposter syndrome or still be finding your footing in therapy. Our goal at Zest for Therapy is to support new therapists by normalizing your experience, filling your tool box, and keeping you research informed. We want to build your confidence and competence, and ultimately help you feel less alone. We hope you join our supportive community and know that there are tools to help you as a therapist in your work to overcome burnout, overwhelm, and stagnation.  Show Notes and Substack:  https://ifs-institute.com/about-us/richard-c-schwartz-phd [https://ifs-institute.com/about-us/richard-c-schwartz-phd]  https://www.mentallyfitpro.com/c/free-therapy-worksheets/internal-family-systems-worksheets [https://www.mentallyfitpro.com/c/free-therapy-worksheets/internal-family-systems-worksheets]  https://substack.com/@zestfortherapy?r=68h1nf&utm_medium=ios [https://substack.com/@zestfortherapy?r=68h1nf&utm_medium=ios] Disclaimer:  The Zest for Therapy Podcast, and the information provided by Courtney Doman AMFT and Celeste Webster MSWi, is solely intended for information and entertainment purposes and is not a substitute for advice, diagnosis, supervision, or treatment regarding medical or mental health conditions and does not constitute therapy or establish a patient provider relationship. Although Cole, Courtney, and Celeste are associate and intern therapists, the views and opinions expressed on this site or any related content should not be taken for medical or psychiatric advice. Always consult your physician, psychiatrist, therapist, or supervisor before making any decisions related to your physical or mental health or practice of therapy. If you have thoughts of suicide or helf harm call 988 or your local emergency medical services.

Ep. 10 Intro to IFS with Rich Reynolds LMFT Part 1

Join us for  part one of our interview on Internal Family Systems Theory  We are your cohosts for the Zest for Therapy Podcast Courtney Doman AMFT and Celeste Webster MSWi. Whether you are a pre-licensed intern, provisionally licensed therapist, or just feel new regardless of your license status, we know being a new therapist can be overwhelming. You are stepping out of your comfort zone, learning new things, sharpening your therapy skills, working on yourself, all while balancing life outside of work, or school. You might be experiencing imposter syndrome or still be finding your footing in therapy. Our goal at Zest for Therapy is to support new therapists by normalizing your experience, filling your tool box, and keeping you research informed. We want to build your confidence and competence, and ultimately help you feel less alone. We hope you join our supportive community and know that there are tools to help you as a therapist in your work to overcome burnout, overwhelm, and stagnation.  Show Notes and Substack:  https://ifs-institute.com/about-us/richard-c-schwartz-phd [https://ifs-institute.com/about-us/richard-c-schwartz-phd]  https://www.mentallyfitpro.com/c/free-therapy-worksheets/internal-family-systems-worksheets [https://www.mentallyfitpro.com/c/free-therapy-worksheets/internal-family-systems-worksheets]  https://substack.com/@zestfortherapy?r=68h1nf&utm_medium=ios [https://substack.com/@zestfortherapy?r=68h1nf&utm_medium=ios] Disclaimer:  The Zest for Therapy Podcast, and the information provided by Courtney Doman AMFT and Celeste Webster MSWi, is solely intended for information and entertainment purposes and is not a substitute for advice, diagnosis, supervision, or treatment regarding medical or mental health conditions and does not constitute therapy or establish a patient provider relationship. Although Cole, Courtney, and Celeste are associate and intern therapists, the views and opinions expressed on this site or any related content should not be taken for medical or psychiatric advice. Always consult your physician, psychiatrist, therapist, or supervisor before making any decisions related to your physical or mental health or practice of therapy. If you have thoughts of suicide or helf harm call 988 or your local emergency medical services.

Ep. 9 Halloween: Shame and the Masks We Wear

In this episode we explore shame and the masks we wear. We explore how we see that in ourselves as new clinicians, how we see that in our clients, and ways to explore and address both. Websites and Resources:  Self compassion (selfcompassion.org [http://selfcompassion.org]) https://www.tarabrach.com/ [https://www.tarabrach.com/]  Simple Practice: RAIN [https://www.simplepractice.com/resource/rain-mindfulness-technique/?g_acctid=419-488-5451&g_adgroupid=175808513885&g_adid=743533286544&g_adtype=search&g_campaign=GS+%7C+Resources+%7C+Lead+Gen+%7C+Catch+All+%7C+Worksheets&g_campaignid=22402289990&g_keyword=mindfulness%20rain%20technique&g_keywordid=kwd-1260206969977&g_network=g&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=gs_resources_lead_gen_catch_all_worksheets&utm_adgroup=rain_mindfulness_technique_worksheet&utm_term=mindfulness%20rain%20technique&device=c&network=g&matchtype=p&device=c&utm_content=743533286544&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22402289990&gbraid=0AAAAADqOPoOEO9IYIYEndVv59utloA0Kd&gclid=CjwKCAjwpOfHBhAxEiwAm1SwEqBWN8UQZAgjxniW6O-PzElfnbSbef_SEYbxrYVBCDn-UVWVQ9mWBRoCRbUQAvD_BwE] ACT: Kind Hand  Self Hug (great firm pressure, grounding, comforting) IFS (self do that for past parts that carry shame). CBT reframes and ACT