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The Middle Way for Burned-Out Therapists: Beyond Extremes

Poh Gan

Published on: 26/11/2025

Like many therapists, I once oscillated between two familiar extremes. Some days, I would push myself beyond reasonable limits, taking on extra clients, skipping breaks, carrying their stories home - convinced that anything less meant I wasn't doing enough. Other days, exhausted and depleted, I'd feel waves of guilt for setting boundaries, taking time off, or simply admitting I couldn't hold it all.

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Reflecting on the “Overcome Burnout” Webinar: A Journey of Energy and Transformation

Poh Gan

Published on: 01/09/2024

Sharing my reflection after the webinar!

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Time Management or Energy Management? Why Focusing on Your Energy is the Key to Thriving

Poh Gan

Published on: 14/07/2024

As therapists, we often juggle numerous responsibilities, from client sessions to paperwork, and everything in between. The traditional advice might urge us to manage our time more efficiently, but what if the real secret to thriving lies not in time management, but in energy management?

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