Shielding Counselor Well-Being:
Strategies for Preventing Burnout
Mental health counseling is a profession that is both rewarding and demanding. Those within the field have likely encountered counselors facing burnout or have faced burnout themselves. This webinar offers a comprehensive tool kit of strategies crafted to proactively combat burnout. Attendees will gain insights into effectively navigating the delicate balance between deep compassion and excessive burnout. By participating, attendees will develop essential skills to uphold their sense of purpose, find fulfillment, and flourish as dedicated counselors.
Participants will be able to:
- Reestablish and rejuvenate their sense of compassion while acknowledging burnout and implementing essential measures for its prevention.
- Define the concept of burnout and pinpoint factors and triggers that contribute to burnout.
- Examine the ethical dimensions of self-care.
- Craft feasible short-term and long-term goals to prioritize their overall well-being.
Shiricka Fair, PhD, LCAS, AAMFT, LMFT
Dr. Shiricka Fair is the owner and founder of Provisions Counseling & Consulting Services based in Charlotte, North Carolina. With over 15 years dedicated to therapeutic practice, Dr. Fair is a licensed marriage and family therapist in North and South Carolina, alongside her role as a mental health counselor supervisor in North Carolina. Her approach is rooted in holistic care, examining her clients’ well-being from a comprehensive perspective. Dr. Fair considers the cornerstone of success as the pivotal role relationships play in achievement. Her expertise also extends to the realm of teletherapy, an area she has extensively researched. With a robust background spanning 18 years in computer information technology, Dr. Fair seamlessly melds technological prowess with her clinical acumen. This unique fusion empowers her to deliver unparalleled services, inspiring others to embark on their journey toward becoming the best possible version of themselves.
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