Toni Rose Mieses Mental Health Counseling

Today, let's delve into the Big Five Personality Assessment – a tool that can offer profound insights for our professional development. 🧠 Understanding the Big Five: This assessment breaks down personality into five key traits: Openness, Conscientiousness, Extraversion, Agreeableness, and Neuroticism (OCEAN). It’s not just about knowing yourself but understanding how these traits influence interactions with clients, colleagues, and within your leadership style. 💡 Using the Big Five for Growth: Self-Awareness: Identify your dominant traits and understand how they impact your professional relationships and decision-making. Team Dynamics: Recognize the diverse personality traits in your team, fostering a more harmonious and effective work environment. Leadership Skills: Tailor your leadership approach based on your personality strengths and areas for growth. Client Interactions: Use insights from your personality traits to enhance your therapeutic rapport and approach with clients. Continuous Growth: Regularly revisit your assessment results to track your development and adapt your strategies accordingly. 🔗 A Tool for Transformation: \Understanding these aspects of our personality can lead to more effective leadership and a deeper connection with those we serve. Interested? You can take the test here: https://lnkd.in/dmkpaiUt I'm curious to hear your experiences with the Big Five! How have you used it in your professional journey? Let's share and learn from each other's insights. Here's to growing, learning, and leading with self-awareness and empathy in our vital field! #BigFivePersonality #MentalHealthLeadership #ProfessionalDevelopment #SelfAwareness #therapist

🌟 Deepening Trauma Knowledge in Mental Health: Insights from Pivotal Research I recently read a thought-provoking article that sheds light on a crucial aspect of our field – the urgent need for comprehensive trauma training in mental health counseling. 📖 Article Summary: The article, "The Need to Consider Requiring Trauma Training in Entry-Level Academic Training Programs in Clinical Mental Health Counseling," authored by Yoon Suh Moh and Katharine R. Sperandio, underscores the amplified impact of trauma due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the rise of racial injustice. Alarmingly, current counseling programs often lack thorough trauma training, suggesting a dire need for its inclusion in academic curricula. 🔑 Key Takeaways: Prevalence of Trauma: The U.S. faces an alarming rate of trauma exposure, exacerbated by the pandemic and societal challenges. Training Gap: Many counseling programs miss systematic trauma training, leaving professionals underprepared. Necessity for Comprehensive Training: The article advocates for integrating trauma education into counselor education programs and modifying clinical practice codes and accreditation requirements. After exploring an insightful article on trauma training in mental health counseling, I've been inspired to rethink how we can integrate this vital knowledge into our professional development plans. 📈 Professional Development Ideas: Prioritize Specialized Training: Actively seek out professional development opportunities that focus on trauma therapy. This could include workshops, certification courses, or even online seminars. Advocacy in Education: Engage in discussions or initiatives advocating for the inclusion of comprehensive trauma training in counseling curriculums. This can also be a part of your own learning journey. Stay Informed and Share Knowledge: Regularly update your skill set with the latest findings in trauma treatment. Consider sharing this knowledge through seminars, blog posts, or study groups to benefit your peers. Peer Learning: Organize or participate in peer learning sessions where you can discuss case studies and exchange practical strategies for trauma therapy. Reflective Practice: Regularly assess your own understanding and application of trauma-informed care. This can involve journaling, peer feedback, or supervision. 💬 Let's Discuss: I’m eager to hear your thoughts on incorporating trauma training into our practice. What steps have you taken to enhance your trauma knowledge? Let’s exchange ideas and resources to bolster our proficiency in this vital area. Together, let’s commit to expanding our understanding and capacity to heal trauma. Every step we take is a stride towards better care for those we serve. #TraumaTraining #MentalHealth #ProfessionalDevelopment #Counseling

🚀 Crafting a Stellar Professional Development Plan: A Therapist’s Blueprint Let me take you back to my early days as a therapist in community mental health. It was there that I first encountered the power of a structured professional development plan. Inspired by the multisystemic therapy framework, our agency championed the idea that recognizing and building on our clinical strengths could propel our growth in other areas. Fast forward almost a decade, and this approach has become a cornerstone of my professional journey. 🌱 Why a Development Plan? Because, let's face it, in the dynamic world of therapy, standing still is not an option. We are constantly evolving, learning, and adapting. A robust development plan is like having a personal coach, cheerleader, and navigator rolled into one. 🔍 Key Ingredients of a Strong Plan: Clinical Strengths: Identify what you excel at. Are you great at cognitive-behavioral techniques? A maestro of mindfulness? Recognize these talents! They're the springboard from which you can leap towards new heights. Areas of Growth or Interest: We all have them – those skills we're itching to develop or areas we're curious about. Pinpointing these helps steer your professional development in a direction that's not just beneficial, but also exciting. Feedback from Trusted Colleagues: Be it a supervisor, a peer, or a mentor, external perspectives are invaluable. They help us see the picture from angles we might miss. This feedback is a goldmine for personal and professional growth. SMART Goals: Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound – the golden rules of goal setting. Craft goals that challenge you yet are within reach. Remember, a goal without a plan is just a wish! Ongoing Check-ins: Regularly reviewing your progress is crucial. It’s like stopping for directions on a road trip – it ensures you’re on the right path and allows you to adjust your course if needed. 📚 Continued Learning is Key: In our field, the learning never stops. Our development plans are living documents, evolving as we do. They are our roadmap to becoming not just better therapists, but more fulfilled individuals. 🤝 Invitation to Share: I’d love to hear about your experiences! How do you structure your professional development plans? What strategies have helped you grow and thrive in your therapy career? Here’s to our continual growth and the endless pursuit of excellence in our noble field! 🌟 #TherapistDevelopment #ProfessionalGrowth #MentalHealthProfessionals #CareerDevelopment

🚀 Crafting a Stellar Professional Development Plan: A Therapist’s Blueprint Let me take you back to my early days as a therapist in community mental health. It was there that I first encountered the power of a structured professional development plan. Inspired by the multisystemic therapy framework, our agency championed the idea that recognizing and building on our clinical strengths could propel our growth in other areas. Fast forward almost a decade, and this approach has become a cornerstone of my professional journey. 🌱 Why a Development Plan? Because, let's face it, in the dynamic world of therapy, standing still is not an option. We are constantly evolving, learning, and adapting. A robust development plan is like having a personal coach, cheerleader, and navigator rolled into one. 🔍 Key Ingredients of a Strong Plan: Clinical Strengths: Identify what you excel at. Are you great at cognitive-behavioral techniques? A maestro of mindfulness? Recognize these talents! They're the springboard from which you can leap towards new heights. Areas of Growth or Interest: We all have them – those skills we're itching to develop or areas we're curious about. Pinpointing these helps steer your professional development in a direction that's not just beneficial, but also exciting. Feedback from Trusted Colleagues: Be it a supervisor, a peer, or a mentor, external perspectives are invaluable. They help us see the picture from angles we might miss. This feedback is a goldmine for personal and professional growth. SMART Goals: Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound – the golden rules of goal setting. Craft goals that challenge you yet are within reach. Remember, a goal without a plan is just a wish! Ongoing Check-ins: Regularly reviewing your progress is crucial. It’s like stopping for directions on a road trip – it ensures you’re on the right path and allows you to adjust your course if needed. 📚 Continued Learning is Key: In our field, the learning never stops. Our development plans are living documents, evolving as we do. They are our roadmap to becoming not just better therapists, but more fulfilled individuals. 🤝 Invitation to Share: I’d love to hear about your experiences! How do you structure your professional development plans? What strategies have helped you grow and thrive in your therapy career? Here’s to our continual growth and the endless pursuit of excellence in our noble field! 🌟 #TherapistDevelopment #ProfessionalGrowth #MentalHealthProfessionals #CareerDevelopment

🌟 The Art of Setting Goals: A Therapist's Light-Hearted Guide to Professional Growth 🌟 As a therapist who's navigated the ups, downs, and occasional sideways of this wonderful profession, I've learned a thing or two about setting goals. Remember those days when our goals were as straightforward as making it through grad school without surviving solely on instant coffee? Ah, the good old days! But as we evolve in our careers, our goals tend to get a bit more complex. 🎯 Why Set Goals? Well, apart from giving us a reason to get out of bed in the morning (aside from that tempting cup of coffee), goals help us chart a course in our professional lives. They're like the GPS for our career path, except they don't lead us down one-way streets (usually!). 📈 Goal-Setting: The Serious Stuff On a more serious note, setting clear, achievable goals keeps us focused and motivated, especially in a field as emotionally demanding as ours. Whether it's mastering a new therapy technique, expanding our practice, or finally publishing that article (yes, the one that's been sitting in our draft folder since 2018), goals push us to grow beyond our comfort zones. 🙌 Learning from Fumbles And let's not forget the learning that comes from the goals that we, ahem, 'slightly' miss. I've had my fair share of "aim for the stars, land in the mud" moments. But even those missteps are valuable - they teach resilience, adaptability, and the art of a graceful pivot. 💡 My Pearls of Wisdom So, here's my nugget of wisdom for you, my brilliant colleagues: Set those goals, but don't forget to enjoy the journey. Revel in your successes, learn from the not-so-successes, and always keep your sense of humor handy (trust me, it's as essential as your therapy couch). I'd love to hear about your goals for this year! What are you aiming to achieve, and how do you plan to celebrate when you get there (because you will!)? Let's inspire each other with our ambitions and cheer each other on along the way! Here's to a year of setting goals, smashing them, and maybe, just maybe, making time for that second cup of coffee! ☕ #MentalHealthProfessionals #GoalSetting #ProfessionalGrowth #TherapistLife #newbeginnings

🌟 The Art of Setting Goals: A Therapist's Light-Hearted Guide to Professional Growth 🌟 As a therapist who's navigated the ups, downs, and occasional sideways of this wonderful profession, I've learned a thing or two about setting goals. Remember those days when our goals were as straightforward as making it through grad school without surviving solely on instant coffee? Ah, the good old days! But as we evolve in our careers, our goals tend to get a bit more complex. 🎯 Why Set Goals? Well, apart from giving us a reason to get out of bed in the morning (aside from that tempting cup of coffee), goals help us chart a course in our professional lives. They're like the GPS for our career path, except they don't lead us down one-way streets (usually!). 📈 Goal-Setting: The Serious Stuff On a more serious note, setting clear, achievable goals keeps us focused and motivated, especially in a field as emotionally demanding as ours. Whether it's mastering a new therapy technique, expanding our practice, or finally publishing that article (yes, the one that's been sitting in our draft folder since 2018), goals push us to grow beyond our comfort zones. 🙌 Learning from Fumbles And let's not forget the learning that comes from the goals that we, ahem, 'slightly' miss. I've had my fair share of "aim for the stars, land in the mud" moments. But even those missteps are valuable - they teach resilience, adaptability, and the art of a graceful pivot. 💡 My Pearls of Wisdom So, here's my nugget of wisdom for you, my brilliant colleagues: Set those goals, but don't forget to enjoy the journey. Revel in your successes, learn from the not-so-successes, and always keep your sense of humor handy (trust me, it's as essential as your therapy couch). I'd love to hear about your goals for this year! What are you aiming to achieve, and how do you plan to celebrate when you get there (because you will!)? Let's inspire each other with our ambitions and cheer each other on along the way! Here's to a year of setting goals, smashing them, and maybe, just maybe, making time for that second cup of coffee! ☕ #MentalHealthProfessionals #GoalSetting #ProfessionalGrowth #TherapistLife #newbeginnings

If you are wondering why telehealth is growing rapidly, especially in mental health service delivery, here are some important facts that shed light on why. While the value of in-person session continues to be present, mental health professionals considering a telehealth or hybrid practice can consider who uses telehealth and how it is beneficial to those we serve #mentalhealth #telehealth #therapists #therapy #privatepractice

Therapy Services in New York State If you are a helping professional looking for your own mental health services, I am currently taking new clients. I take more major insurance and self-pay to ensure therapy is accessible. Check out my website to learn more about my ecological approach that balances your unique individal, interpersonal, and career needs. #therapistsoflinkedin #mentalhealth #mentalhealthservices #newyork #therapists #therapyfortherapists #psychotherapy

Therapy Services in New York State If you are a helping professional looking for your own mental health services, I am currently taking new clients. I take more major insurance and self-pay to ensure therapy is accessible. Check out my website to learn more about my ecological approach that balances your unique individal, interpersonal, and career needs. #therapistsoflinkedin #mentalhealth #mentalhealthservices #newyork #therapists #therapyfortherapists #psychotherapy

Sometimes its hard to stop and celebrate . . . Earlier this year, I started selling my '45+ Clinical Supervision Guides, Activities, & Templates." I was incredibly nervous but was assured that this collection of my years of experience in clinical leadership could help others all over enhance their supervision and the experience of their supervisees. Since its launch in January, ✨ 200+ clinical supervisors have purchased this incredible tool ✨ 20+ people have left amazing reviews ✨ It has been a Star Seller on Etsy for 3 months in a row ✨ People have rated it 4.8/5 Stars! 😍 I am extremely proud of its success and of myself for taking a leap of faith. Seeing others enjoy it has increased my passion in this topic. Thank you to those who have supported me in this journey. I can't wait to continue to grow in the clinical resources space. Interested? Learn more about it here: https://lnkd.in/eqBWbM6V #clinicalsupervision #clinicalleadership #therapist #therapistoflinkedin #counseling