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What to Expect During Your First Therapy Session
Scheduling your first therapy appointment can bring up a surprising mix of emotions. You might feel relieved to finally have something on the calendar. At the same time, you may be wondering whether you've made the right decision. It's common to have questions about what the first session will be like, whether you'll know what to say, or if you'll be expected to share your entire life story right away. Those questions are completely understandable. For many people, the hardes

Amy Holder
Jul 104 min read


How Teletherapy Helped Me Become a More Sustainable Therapist
I'll admit something that feels a little vulnerable to say out loud: Teletherapy has made me a better therapist. Not because it's easier. Not because I care less. Not because I think it's superior to in-person therapy. In fact, I still deeply value in-person work. There is something uniquely powerful about sharing physical space with another human being. Presence matters. The energy in the room matters. Some therapeutic work is undoubtedly enhanced by being together in person

Amy Holder
Jun 244 min read


Burnout Symptoms: Why You Feel Burned Out Even If You’re Doing Everything Right
There are times when life continues moving forward even though something doesn't feel quite right. You're getting through your day. You're showing up to work. You're taking care of your responsibilities. From the outside, it probably looks like you're doing fine. Internally, though, everything feels heavier than it should. You're tired in a way that sleep doesn't seem to fix. Small tasks take more effort than they used to. You may even find yourself wondering why everything f

Amy Holder
Mar 245 min read


Should You Try Alma For Your Private Practice?
If you’re a therapist exploring practice growth tools or sliding into private practice for the first time, you’ve probably heard about Alma. After using it in my own work, I wanted to share a hands-on review: the good, the great, and why it might be the right fit for you—especially if you’re just getting started. What Is Alma? Alma is a platform that helps clinicians build and manage private practice more easily — from scheduling and billing to claims and client engagement. T

Amy Holder
Feb 253 min read


Discover Online Therapy Benefits for Mental Health
In today's fast-paced world, mental health has become a crucial topic of discussion. With increasing awareness about mental health issues, more people are seeking help than ever before. One of the most significant developments in this field is the rise of online therapy. This innovative approach offers numerous benefits that can make a substantial difference in individuals' lives. In this blog post, we will explore the various advantages of online therapy and how it can posit

Amy Holder
Jan 154 min read


How to Find the Right Therapist
Finding a therapist can feel surprisingly overwhelming. A quick online search can produce hundreds of results, each with different specialties, approaches, credentials, and biographies. Some therapists emphasize anxiety or trauma. Others focus on relationships, burnout, or life transitions. Many describe themselves as warm, collaborative, or evidence-based. When you're already feeling overwhelmed, trying to sort through all of those options can leave you wondering where to be

Amy Holder
Jan 154 min read
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