Dr. Elizabeth Vance, PsyD, LCSW
🛡️ Verified ClinicianLicensed Clinical Psychologist & Psychotherapist
Dr. Vance is a licensed clinical psychologist and somatic therapy pioneer with over 14 years of clinical outpatient experience. She specializes in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), somatic down-regulation techniques, and values-based emotional regulation frameworks.
What is definition of Therapist Self-Care in Therapist Insights?
Therapist self-care refers to the intentional practices and strategies that therapists use to prioritize and maintain their own emotional, mental, and physical well-being. It is an essential aspect of being an effective therapist, as it helps prevent burnout, compassion fatigue, and vicarious trauma, which can negatively impact a therapist’s ability to provide quality care to their clients. Therapist self-care may include activities such as regular exercise, engaging in hobbies and personal interests, seeking supervision or consultation, practicing mindfulness or relaxation techniques, establishing and maintaining healthy boundaries with clients, and ensuring adequate time off or vacation to rest and recharge.
