Choose Wellness!
KDB
Friday
Dimensions of Wellness
Hello and welcome to my blog! As clinicians, it can be very easy to discuss the rewards of having a career in counseling/psychotherapy with our peers and loved ones; however, it may not be so easy to discuss the hardships that can accompany this chosen career path. Research studies have confirmed that the prevalence of burnout is increasing for therapists with one-third of practicing psychotherapists admitting that they have experienced burnout. Symptoms of burnout syndrome include a decrease in personal accomplishments, emotional and physical exhaustion, and depersonalization of clients. The theme for this blog is "Counselor Wellness". Along with addressing stressors that clinicians may encounter, I will also explore the dimensions of wellness that need to be evaluated on an on-going basis to help us maintain balance in our lives. Hettler's 6 Dimensions of Wellness include physical, emotional, spiritual, intellectual, social, environmental and occupational wellness.
