Ep 86: Dear Business Owner: Leave Your Emotions Out of It. with Aaron Potraz, LPC

<h2 dir="ltr">Finding Community and Retreats for Therapists</h2> <p dir="ltr">Hey there, welcome back to Soul Care for Therapists! Get ready for an amazing episode filled with excitement and inspiration. But before we jump right in, let me share something truly special with you. Recently, I attended an extraordinary conference that brought together group practice owners. The energy, friendship, and pure joy I experienced there were absolutely invigorating! This got me thinking about the incredible importance of finding a community of therapists who understand and support us. If you haven't already, I strongly encourage you to seek out a group of like-minded practitioners who can be your rock-solid support system. And hey, if you're having trouble finding one locally, I've got you covered! I offer Sacred Space Community Groups and an incredible retreat that can help you connect with others and experience revitalization. You can find all the details on my website. Picture this: a retreat that promises renewal, rest, and endless fun in the breathtaking beauty of the Colorado mountains. Now, let's dive into the highlights of this week's show!</p> <h2 dir="ltr">Emotional Reactions in Leading a Team in a Private Practice</h2> <p dir="ltr">Dawn introduces her special guest, Aaron Potaz, a licensed professional counselor and the owner of Discover Counseling. Aaron shares insights on the challenges faced by therapists as they lead a team, highlighting the emotional reactions that often arise in such situations. He explains that these emotional reactions can complicate decision-making and hinder problem-solving. Aaron emphasizes the importance of managing and setting aside these emotions to gain clarity.</p> <p dir="ltr">Even though we are therapists we can often struggle to acknowledge and validate our own emotions. Aaron advises therapists to start by acknowledging their emotions and being honest with themselves. He suggests identifying and validating the feelings, recognizing that it's natural to have emotional response