The Revival You Need
In a recent social media fast, I got to experience what life was like without scrolling each night. Here's my experience:
A bit of FOMO: I enjoy sharing humorous reels with friends, being in the know of what's going on with Z-list celebs, and knowing about community events happening locally.
What Ifs: The anxiety about losing engagement with the podcast or other business endeavors would uptick every now and again.
Net Positive: Did I miss it overall? Not really. I got my focus back and felt like I could think clearly again.
Subtracting something that sucks my focus, energy, and creates emotional swings from humor to anxiety, helped to audit how I want to spend my time. It felt like a revival I didn't know I needed.
Here's my question to you: What's the revival you need? Where are you spending your time that could use an audit? Since it's spring and the longer days of sunshine plus warmer weather create an uptick in serotonin, how do you want to capitalize on a spring revival?
Therapist Hangout
Therapist Hangout is happening this Friday, April 17th from 2-4 at BaySix's Space for Good located at 414 Dupont Circle, Raleigh 27603. The Third Friday of each month we'll meeting IRL- same place, same time. As always, bring a therapist friend, and I'll bring name tags :-).
Parking note: Parking is located on either end of Dupont Circle in the gravel lots, or the retail space under the Platform building. Please reach out with any questions!
Therapist Events and Resources
EMDR Consultation Group by Ryan Graumann. Looking to deepen your EMDR work and feel more confident with complex cases? Join a small, intimate consultation group led by Ryan M. Graumann, LCMHCS, LPC, and EMDRIA Approved Consultant.
This 4-month pilot group blends case consultation + practical integration of modalities like IFS, DBR, and Somatic Experiencing—helping you move beyond protocol and into more nuanced, effective trauma work.
Designed for EMDR Basic Trained clinicians, this group offers a supportive space to grow your skills, ask questions, and refine your clinical approach. Total cost: $200. Want to sign up? Email Ryan at ryan@wildflower-collective.com.
Headshots at Half Moon Mental Health and Wellness: Amy Paulson is offering headshots April 18th from 1:30-4:30. Amy's work is especially aligned for therapists. This won’t be a stiff, awkward “what do I do with my hands” kind of session. She creates space for you to actually feel like yourself and it shows in the photos. She’s photographed many therapists in our community, as well as folks like Glennon Doyle and Jen Hatmaker, and consistently captures people in a way that feels both professional and real. Each session is 10 minutes, and you’ll receive:
- A curated gallery ~1.5 weeks later
- 1 included digital image
- Option to purchase additional images ($60 each or full gallery for $135)
Session fee: $185 ($50 deposit to reserve your spot, remainder due the week prior). If you’ve been meaning to update your headshot, or want one that actually feels like you, this is a really good opportunity. Sign Up Here
Acupuncture for Therapists at Green Door Vitality. Connect, unwind, and mediate with one-needle acupuncture with Amie Sharrtis at Green Door Vitality. Meditation and one needle acupuncture at 2PM. ($14) The social hour at 3PM is free to attend. Parking in back. Sign Up Here
Extra Resources to Know:
Have something you want to share? Speaking at a networking event? Have a new group or course offering? Hire someone new? Share it! Remember, sharing is caring. To get the word out on, please email me with the subject line Therapist Newsletter. I'll add you in the next newsletter.
How To Relate Podcast
How to Understand and Handle Conflict: You probably have clients who come in and talk extensively about conflict with their romantic partners. No matter how many times you say the words "couples therapy" they come back with reasons for why it can't/won't happen. If that's where your client is, this episode is for your client, friend, or family member who gets stuck in conflict. Check it out here!
Situationships, Emotional Availability, and Dating in Your 30s: What Actually Matters? What is the definition of situationship? Are there upsides to dating in your 30s and beyond? Jaclyn Ditter is here to cover all the ins and outs of dating. Whether this resonates with you, or your clients need to hear someone else who gets it (that is not their mom or brunch table) then this episode has you covered. Check It Out Here!
Grateful for you all,
Brittani
