Client Engagement
How to Support Clients in Rediscovering Their Identity
Help clients navigate the transformative journey of rediscovering their identity with therapeutic techniques like Inner Child Work, IFS, and EFT. Learn how to support personal growth, process emotions, and foster self-awareness for a meaningful and authentic life.
Vacation Checklist for Private Practice Therapists: 12 Things to Do Before, During, and After Vacation
Owl Practice Suite's 12-step guide to prepping for, enjoying, and coming back from a well-deserved vacation from your private practice.
Is This Client Right for You? A Phone Consultation Guide
Learn how to assess client fit in just 15-20 minutes with this comprehensive phone consultation guide for therapists. Discover key questions, evaluate compatibility, and set the stage for successful therapy relationships.
11 Steps Toward a Trans-Inclusive, Gender-Affirming Therapy Practice
The transgender and gender nonbinary (TGNB) community faces unique challenges in accessing affirming mental health care. Therapists can support TGNB clients by educating themselves on gender identity, using inclusive language, and fostering an empathetic, inclusive environment. Here’s how to make your practice a safe space for all genders.
Benefits, Downsides & Honest Advice for Disclosing Your Queer Identity as a Therapist
Self-disclosure of an LGBTQ+ identity as a therapist can offer unique support for clients but comes with important considerations. Disclosing your identity thoughtfully can help normalize clients’ experiences and provide a positive role model, but it may also reduce the “blank slate” effect or lead to presumed similarities. Discover when and how to disclose, as well as situations where it might be best to hold back, ensuring that each decision serves your clients' best interests and maintains therapeutic boundaries.
7 Ways to Provide LGBTQ+ Affirming & Culturally Competent Therapy
Providing culturally competent care to the LGBTQ+ community is vital for fostering trust and acceptance in therapy. As a therapist, you can make a meaningful difference by continuously learning and reflecting on your own identity, using inclusive language, and updating intake forms and office decor to ensure all clients feel welcome. Discover practical ways to affirm LGBTQ+ clients and support their unique journeys in a safe and understanding space.
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One Therapist's Outlook & Advice for Discussing Queer Identity With Clients
Choosing to self-disclose your queer identity as a therapist can have meaningful benefits, such as building rapport and providing inspiration to LGBTQ+ clients. However, it also requires careful consideration of potential assumptions and biases that may arise. Discover strategies for deciding when self-disclosure is beneficial, ways to steer the conversation back to the client, and the value of consulting with other queer and trans therapists for guidance. Whatever your decision, your visibility can be a powerful resource for clients seeking affirming support.
Diversity, Inclusion, and Anti-Racism Resources for Therapists
Providing culturally competent care is vital for therapists in today’s diverse world. This collection of articles, books, and courses supports therapists in understanding systemic racism and enhancing cultural sensitivity, particularly for Black clients. Whether you're beginning or advancing your journey, these resources will guide you in fostering more inclusive therapy practices.
6 Ways to Help White Clients Explore Racial Identity and Internalized Biases in Therapy
Help White clients explore Whiteness and privilege in therapy. Foster anti-racist self-awareness with strategies for reflection and growth.