Ep 13 The Real Experience of Being an EMDR Therapist & a Parent

Future Template Parent Podcast | EMDR intensive tips for EMDR therapists

If you are an EMDR therapist and a parent, it can be challenging to juggle your career and parenting responsibilities. As an EMDR therapist and a mom of three daughters, trust me, I understand. That's why in today's podcast episode, I want to delve deep into the experience of what it's like being an EMDR therapist and a parent.

I share my personal experiences and insights on the benefits and challenges that come with these roles. I talk about how hearing difficult and traumatic stories from clients can trigger your own fears as parents and provide practical tips on how to ground yourselves during sessions. I also discuss the importance of self-care, consultation, and peer support in maintaining a sustainable practice.

So, if you're an EMDR therapist looking for balance and guidance on how to navigate the complexities of being a parent and a therapist, tune in to this episode now!

Topics covered on Being an EMDR Therapist and Parent:

1. What are the benefits of being an EMDR therapist who is also a parent?
2. What are some of the challenges faced by EMDR therapists who are parents?
3. How can EMDR therapists manage the emotional triggers that arise when working with clients who have experienced trauma?
4. What strategies can you use to ground yourself during challenging sessions?
5. Why is self-care essential for therapists who are also parents?

Connect with Carolyn:

• Website: www.futuretemplateparent.com
• Instagram: @futuretemplateparent

Related episodes:

• Episode 12: Debunking the Three Biggest Myths about EMDR Intensives
• Episode 7: How to Structure Your EMDR Intensive Sessions

Quote:

“This is about the person in front of you. This is not about you. This is not about anything you're doing right or wrong as a parent’’ - Carolyn