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In this episode, I give some reflections on this Subscriber's Question: "Would you talk about if it makes sense to try to become a therapist if one is not healed herself, Is 'I can do this as a therapist because this helps me as a patient' realistic or delusional? Thanks!"

I talk about the complexities of being a therapist, focusing on the psychological state required to effectively support clients, revolving around the idea of whether therapists need to be fully healed themselves to offer meaningful therapy and how our personal development plays a crucial role in the therapeutic process.

Some areas I cover include:

1. The Therapist's Self as a Tool:

- The importance of the therapist's personal development and self-awareness in creating a therapeutic relationship.
- How the therapist's own journey and emotional regulation can influence the therapy process

2. Healing and Emotional Well-being:

- Exploration of what it means to be "healed" and how therapists can manage their own emotional challenges while supporting clients.
- The concept of healing as an ongoing process rather than a permanent state

3. Therapist's Emotional Regulation:

- The role of emotional regulation in therapy and how therapists can maintain a balanced emotional state to effectively support clients.
- Discussion on the unrealistic expectations placed on therapists to be emotionally perfect

4. Realistic vs. Delusional Expectations:

- Addressing the question of whether it is realistic for therapists to believe that helping others can also aid in their own healing.
- Insights into the mutual benefits of therapeutic relationships for both therapists and clients

5. Challenges and Responsibilities:

- The challenges therapists face in managing their own emotional triggers and the responsibility to provide a safe and supportive environment for clients.
- The importance of self-reflection and choosing the 'right' clients to work with

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