104. Why I Stopped Doing Therapy and Switched to Consulting (For Now) - a Solo Interlude

In this rare solo episode, I delve into personal decisions that have recently shaped my career path, shedding light on the challenges and triumphs that have led me to where I am today, including the impact of stress on chronic illness, and the difficult choice to step back from therapy to prioritize my well-being. But why did I choose consulting over therapy? What drove me to specialize in helping parents Rapid Onset Gender Dysphoria, and how has this decision influenced my consulting practice?
I explain the intricacies of my consulting work, from assisting ROGD parents to guiding individuals on self-expression journeys, as well as the core values that drive my practice, including a deep yearning for synchronicity and serendipity in a world dominated by asynchronicity. How do these values shape my approach to communication and expression coaching? And what role do they play in fostering connection and harmony in a world plagued by loneliness?
Join me on this introspective journey as I navigate the blurred lines between personal health, professional choices, and the pursuit of meaningful connections. Will my leap of faith into consulting lead to a balanced life, or will the uncertainties of radical self-employment prove too daunting? Tune in to explore the nuances of my career evolution, the essence of synchronicity, and the quest for authentic expression in a world filled with noise and disconnection.
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[00:00:00] Gender dysphoria as social contagion.
[00:03:55] Why I stopped doing therapy.
[00:08:43] Consulting in gender dysphoria.
[00:11:43] Consulting vs. Therapy Differences.
[00:15:24] Consulting ROGD parents.
[00:18:28] Coaching clients in personal expression.
[00:22:31] Balancing work and health.
[00:25:10] Core values and synchronicity.
[00:29:47] The gender crisis.
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[@barekicks]

Good luck Stephanie! Your journey will keep evolving no doubt.

[@HeartWorkURelationalSoulCoach]

Excited for your journey forward…making decisions to honor yourself ❤

[@jonathankelly2655]

Also thinking of shifting away from therapy, "having to" comply with state licensing board's positions on gender issues goes squarely against my morals and these days I am faced with that dilemma more and more often. Wishing you best of luck on your endeavors!

[@miroirs-jumeaux]

Good morning!