@yourcounselor.bsky.social
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On about 10 days of mostly unplugging from social media things, esp. Instagram, and I feel ground down a bit more into the larger rhythms of existence.
What escape vertical video and parasociality are… perfect for anxious, unsettled times.
What escape vertical video and parasociality are… perfect for anxious, unsettled times.
January 2, 2026 at 8:57 PM
On about 10 days of mostly unplugging from social media things, esp. Instagram, and I feel ground down a bit more into the larger rhythms of existence.
What escape vertical video and parasociality are… perfect for anxious, unsettled times.
What escape vertical video and parasociality are… perfect for anxious, unsettled times.
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Practicum marked a turning point in the ongoing process of becoming a counselor. Authenticity matters more than perfection, that real clients don’t fit neatly into textbook categories, and that supervision is a lifeline.
#CounselorInTraining #MentalHealth #Supervision #Counseling #Practicum
#CounselorInTraining #MentalHealth #Supervision #Counseling #Practicum
Stepping Into the Therapy Room: What Practicum Taught Me
Practicum taught me to trust the foundation I have built while remaining open to growth. Competence in the therapy room, I am learning, is about showing up with confidence, humility, and genuine pr…
roqueneto.com
December 9, 2025 at 3:13 PM
Practicum marked a turning point in the ongoing process of becoming a counselor. Authenticity matters more than perfection, that real clients don’t fit neatly into textbook categories, and that supervision is a lifeline.
#CounselorInTraining #MentalHealth #Supervision #Counseling #Practicum
#CounselorInTraining #MentalHealth #Supervision #Counseling #Practicum
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In my latest blog post, I reflect on the parts of counseling education that unfold beyond textbooks. The academic work matters, but so does humility and the ongoing practice of noticing our internal responses with compassion.
#CounselingEducation #MentalHealth #TherapistInTraining #Counseling
#CounselingEducation #MentalHealth #TherapistInTraining #Counseling
The “Heart” Work of Becoming a Counselor
As we grow into the role of counselor, we learn to notice where we become anxious, where we want to rescue, where we shut down, and where our own unresolved experiences show up. This kind of learni…
roqueneto.com
December 30, 2025 at 4:42 PM
In my latest blog post, I reflect on the parts of counseling education that unfold beyond textbooks. The academic work matters, but so does humility and the ongoing practice of noticing our internal responses with compassion.
#CounselingEducation #MentalHealth #TherapistInTraining #Counseling
#CounselingEducation #MentalHealth #TherapistInTraining #Counseling
In my latest blog post, I reflect on the parts of counseling education that unfold beyond textbooks. The academic work matters, but so does humility and the ongoing practice of noticing our internal responses with compassion.
#CounselingEducation #MentalHealth #TherapistInTraining #Counseling
#CounselingEducation #MentalHealth #TherapistInTraining #Counseling
The “Heart” Work of Becoming a Counselor
As we grow into the role of counselor, we learn to notice where we become anxious, where we want to rescue, where we shut down, and where our own unresolved experiences show up. This kind of learni…
roqueneto.com
December 30, 2025 at 4:42 PM
In my latest blog post, I reflect on the parts of counseling education that unfold beyond textbooks. The academic work matters, but so does humility and the ongoing practice of noticing our internal responses with compassion.
#CounselingEducation #MentalHealth #TherapistInTraining #Counseling
#CounselingEducation #MentalHealth #TherapistInTraining #Counseling
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The holidays are often described as a season of joy and celebration. Yet many people move through this time carrying stress, grief, or exhaustion. Acknowledging our emotions can be the most meaningful gift we can give.
#MentalHealth #Counseling #Holidays #SelfCompassion #Wellness #HumanExperience
#MentalHealth #Counseling #Holidays #SelfCompassion #Wellness #HumanExperience
When “Merry” Feels Mandatory
On the outside, there is performative cheer. On the inside, there may be grief, fear, anger, or exhaustion. Holding these two realities at the same time can be draining. People may feel guilty for …
roqueneto.com
December 23, 2025 at 3:41 PM
The holidays are often described as a season of joy and celebration. Yet many people move through this time carrying stress, grief, or exhaustion. Acknowledging our emotions can be the most meaningful gift we can give.
#MentalHealth #Counseling #Holidays #SelfCompassion #Wellness #HumanExperience
#MentalHealth #Counseling #Holidays #SelfCompassion #Wellness #HumanExperience
The holidays are often described as a season of joy and celebration. Yet many people move through this time carrying stress, grief, or exhaustion. Acknowledging our emotions can be the most meaningful gift we can give.
#MentalHealth #Counseling #Holidays #SelfCompassion #Wellness #HumanExperience
#MentalHealth #Counseling #Holidays #SelfCompassion #Wellness #HumanExperience
When “Merry” Feels Mandatory
On the outside, there is performative cheer. On the inside, there may be grief, fear, anger, or exhaustion. Holding these two realities at the same time can be draining. People may feel guilty for …
roqueneto.com
December 23, 2025 at 3:41 PM
The holidays are often described as a season of joy and celebration. Yet many people move through this time carrying stress, grief, or exhaustion. Acknowledging our emotions can be the most meaningful gift we can give.
#MentalHealth #Counseling #Holidays #SelfCompassion #Wellness #HumanExperience
#MentalHealth #Counseling #Holidays #SelfCompassion #Wellness #HumanExperience
Last summer, I took the Family Counseling course and was met a fellow student from Brazil. We quickly connected, and I am thrilled that Lili Niclas agreed to this interview. In it, you'll learn about her experience in the program.
#Counseling #CounselorInTraining #Interview #LiliNiclas #MentalHealth
#Counseling #CounselorInTraining #Interview #LiliNiclas #MentalHealth
Interview: Lili Niclas
I hope to become a counselor who embodies empathy and cultural humility while helping clients feel empowered to make positive changes in their lives and develop a stronger sense of self-awareness. …
roqueneto.com
December 16, 2025 at 4:03 PM
Last summer, I took the Family Counseling course and was met a fellow student from Brazil. We quickly connected, and I am thrilled that Lili Niclas agreed to this interview. In it, you'll learn about her experience in the program.
#Counseling #CounselorInTraining #Interview #LiliNiclas #MentalHealth
#Counseling #CounselorInTraining #Interview #LiliNiclas #MentalHealth
Practicum marked a turning point in the ongoing process of becoming a counselor. Authenticity matters more than perfection, that real clients don’t fit neatly into textbook categories, and that supervision is a lifeline.
#CounselorInTraining #MentalHealth #Supervision #Counseling #Practicum
#CounselorInTraining #MentalHealth #Supervision #Counseling #Practicum
Stepping Into the Therapy Room: What Practicum Taught Me
Practicum taught me to trust the foundation I have built while remaining open to growth. Competence in the therapy room, I am learning, is about showing up with confidence, humility, and genuine pr…
roqueneto.com
December 9, 2025 at 3:13 PM
Practicum marked a turning point in the ongoing process of becoming a counselor. Authenticity matters more than perfection, that real clients don’t fit neatly into textbook categories, and that supervision is a lifeline.
#CounselorInTraining #MentalHealth #Supervision #Counseling #Practicum
#CounselorInTraining #MentalHealth #Supervision #Counseling #Practicum
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As the Fall quarter ends, I’ve been reflecting on how much my learning has evolved. This quarter wasn’t the easiest, but it was one of the most defining. I’m navigating the space between student and emerging clinician.
#counseling #counselorintraining #therapy #counselingeducation #mentalhealth
#counseling #counselorintraining #therapy #counselingeducation #mentalhealth
Learning to Learn Differently
Learning isn’t static. It changes as we change. Earlier in the program, I needed structure and theory. Now, I need guidance that connects directly to the work I am doing in real time. I am also not…
roqueneto.com
December 2, 2025 at 3:54 PM
As the Fall quarter ends, I’ve been reflecting on how much my learning has evolved. This quarter wasn’t the easiest, but it was one of the most defining. I’m navigating the space between student and emerging clinician.
#counseling #counselorintraining #therapy #counselingeducation #mentalhealth
#counseling #counselorintraining #therapy #counselingeducation #mentalhealth
As the Fall quarter ends, I’ve been reflecting on how much my learning has evolved. This quarter wasn’t the easiest, but it was one of the most defining. I’m navigating the space between student and emerging clinician.
#counseling #counselorintraining #therapy #counselingeducation #mentalhealth
#counseling #counselorintraining #therapy #counselingeducation #mentalhealth
Learning to Learn Differently
Learning isn’t static. It changes as we change. Earlier in the program, I needed structure and theory. Now, I need guidance that connects directly to the work I am doing in real time. I am also not…
roqueneto.com
December 2, 2025 at 3:54 PM
As the Fall quarter ends, I’ve been reflecting on how much my learning has evolved. This quarter wasn’t the easiest, but it was one of the most defining. I’m navigating the space between student and emerging clinician.
#counseling #counselorintraining #therapy #counselingeducation #mentalhealth
#counseling #counselorintraining #therapy #counselingeducation #mentalhealth
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“With your patient and rigorous work, you can act as a barrier against those who, through the ancient art of lying, seek to create divisions in order to rule by dividing,” he said. “You can be a bulwark of civility against the quicksand of approximation and post-truth...”
apnews.com/article/pope...
apnews.com/article/pope...
Pope urges news agencies to stand as bulwark against lies, manipulation and post-truths
Pope Leo XIV has encouraged international news agencies to stand firm as a bulwark against the “ancient art of lying” and manipulation.
apnews.com
October 12, 2025 at 5:16 PM
“With your patient and rigorous work, you can act as a barrier against those who, through the ancient art of lying, seek to create divisions in order to rule by dividing,” he said. “You can be a bulwark of civility against the quicksand of approximation and post-truth...”
apnews.com/article/pope...
apnews.com/article/pope...
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In this new interview, Brandi Williams reflects on her journey from hospitality to counseling, her commitment to advocacy, and the lessons she carries into her work with clients every day.
#Counseling #MentalHealth #ProfessionalGrowth #LGBTQIA #TherapistInTraining #Supervision
#Counseling #MentalHealth #ProfessionalGrowth #LGBTQIA #TherapistInTraining #Supervision
Interview: Catching Up with Brandy Williams
It didn’t take long for me to decide to seek out my own counseling again and look inside so I can show up better for my clients. In the beginning, I thought I just need to educate myself and build …
roqueneto.com
September 30, 2025 at 2:48 PM
In this new interview, Brandi Williams reflects on her journey from hospitality to counseling, her commitment to advocacy, and the lessons she carries into her work with clients every day.
#Counseling #MentalHealth #ProfessionalGrowth #LGBTQIA #TherapistInTraining #Supervision
#Counseling #MentalHealth #ProfessionalGrowth #LGBTQIA #TherapistInTraining #Supervision
In this new interview, Brandi Williams reflects on her journey from hospitality to counseling, her commitment to advocacy, and the lessons she carries into her work with clients every day.
#Counseling #MentalHealth #ProfessionalGrowth #LGBTQIA #TherapistInTraining #Supervision
#Counseling #MentalHealth #ProfessionalGrowth #LGBTQIA #TherapistInTraining #Supervision
Interview: Catching Up with Brandy Williams
It didn’t take long for me to decide to seek out my own counseling again and look inside so I can show up better for my clients. In the beginning, I thought I just need to educate myself and build …
roqueneto.com
September 30, 2025 at 2:48 PM
In this new interview, Brandi Williams reflects on her journey from hospitality to counseling, her commitment to advocacy, and the lessons she carries into her work with clients every day.
#Counseling #MentalHealth #ProfessionalGrowth #LGBTQIA #TherapistInTraining #Supervision
#Counseling #MentalHealth #ProfessionalGrowth #LGBTQIA #TherapistInTraining #Supervision
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Child care in this country works for almost no one, care providers and parents alike.
And yet ... you have to figure it out or your family can't survive.
And yet ... you have to figure it out or your family can't survive.
KQED is working on stories about the incredibly high costs of childcare here in the Bay Area, and looking for stories from our audience
www.kqed.org/news/1205712...
www.kqed.org/news/1205712...
Tell Us: How Much Do You Pay for Child Care in the Bay Area? | KQED
We want to hear your story. How do child care costs impact your family, your daily life and your spending decisions?
www.kqed.org
September 24, 2025 at 8:10 PM
Child care in this country works for almost no one, care providers and parents alike.
And yet ... you have to figure it out or your family can't survive.
And yet ... you have to figure it out or your family can't survive.
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I am honored to share this interview with Dr. Guthery, where she reflects on her path into counseling, her teaching philosophy, and her vision for the future of the field: roqueneto.com/2025/09/23/i...
#Counseling #AlishaGuthery #Interview #Educator
#Counseling #AlishaGuthery #Interview #Educator
Interview: Dr. Alisha Guthery
Again and again, I remind myself to stay rooted there: in my heart, in my body. This, to me, is where education should lean more strongly—less on outcomes, and more on teaching presence, empathy, a…
roqueneto.com
September 23, 2025 at 2:48 PM
I am honored to share this interview with Dr. Guthery, where she reflects on her path into counseling, her teaching philosophy, and her vision for the future of the field: roqueneto.com/2025/09/23/i...
#Counseling #AlishaGuthery #Interview #Educator
#Counseling #AlishaGuthery #Interview #Educator
I am honored to share this interview with Dr. Guthery, where she reflects on her path into counseling, her teaching philosophy, and her vision for the future of the field: roqueneto.com/2025/09/23/i...
#Counseling #AlishaGuthery #Interview #Educator
#Counseling #AlishaGuthery #Interview #Educator
Interview: Dr. Alisha Guthery
Again and again, I remind myself to stay rooted there: in my heart, in my body. This, to me, is where education should lean more strongly—less on outcomes, and more on teaching presence, empathy, a…
roqueneto.com
September 23, 2025 at 2:48 PM
I am honored to share this interview with Dr. Guthery, where she reflects on her path into counseling, her teaching philosophy, and her vision for the future of the field: roqueneto.com/2025/09/23/i...
#Counseling #AlishaGuthery #Interview #Educator
#Counseling #AlishaGuthery #Interview #Educator
This fall marks a turning point in my counseling education as I begin Practicum & Couples Counseling. In my latest blog post, I share reflections on this new stage of training and the challenges of balancing multiple roles.
#Counseling #MentalHealth #Practicum #CounselorInTraining #CouplesCounseling
#Counseling #MentalHealth #Practicum #CounselorInTraining #CouplesCounseling
Crossing the Threshold: Practicum Is Here!
Now that it is here, I can feel just how important it is. It represents the official beginning of my work as a counselor, yet it is also a continuation of what I have been doing all along: learning…
roqueneto.com
September 16, 2025 at 2:15 PM
This fall marks a turning point in my counseling education as I begin Practicum & Couples Counseling. In my latest blog post, I share reflections on this new stage of training and the challenges of balancing multiple roles.
#Counseling #MentalHealth #Practicum #CounselorInTraining #CouplesCounseling
#Counseling #MentalHealth #Practicum #CounselorInTraining #CouplesCounseling
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The FDA has approved new COVID-19 booster shots for this fall, but with certain limitations. MSNBC medical contributor @vinguptamd.bsky.social breaks down what the approval means and offers guidance for those considering or in need of the vaccine.
August 31, 2025 at 8:41 PM
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I have a very precocious 12 year old who is hooked on the podcast History for Weirdos. They want more podcasts like it: 2-3 host history podcasts that are loose and fun. Rome would be a topic of interest, but also ... kind of anything else ancient. Any ideas?
August 28, 2025 at 5:08 AM
I have a very precocious 12 year old who is hooked on the podcast History for Weirdos. They want more podcasts like it: 2-3 host history podcasts that are loose and fun. Rome would be a topic of interest, but also ... kind of anything else ancient. Any ideas?
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Here's @velshi.com 's Saturday monologue on how U.S. economic policy rewards the elite at the expense of the working class.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vcqc...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vcqc...
An economy that works for everyone is not a fantasy – it’s a choice
YouTube video by MSNBC
www.youtube.com
August 26, 2025 at 2:08 AM
Here's @velshi.com 's Saturday monologue on how U.S. economic policy rewards the elite at the expense of the working class.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vcqc...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vcqc...
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This post is about the daily effort to be actively affirming of people who live and work between cultures, across borders, and often within systems that were not built for them.
#counseling #immigrants #internationalworkers #internationalstudents #expats #livingabroad #xenophobia #therapy
#counseling #immigrants #internationalworkers #internationalstudents #expats #livingabroad #xenophobia #therapy
Affirming Immigrant and International Clients in Therapy
An affirming stance allows us to ask more questions before making assumptions and to see our clients more clearly within the full context of their lives, rather than as a code to be found in the DS…
roqueneto.com
August 19, 2025 at 2:50 PM
This post is about the daily effort to be actively affirming of people who live and work between cultures, across borders, and often within systems that were not built for them.
#counseling #immigrants #internationalworkers #internationalstudents #expats #livingabroad #xenophobia #therapy
#counseling #immigrants #internationalworkers #internationalstudents #expats #livingabroad #xenophobia #therapy
This post is about the daily effort to be actively affirming of people who live and work between cultures, across borders, and often within systems that were not built for them.
#counseling #immigrants #internationalworkers #internationalstudents #expats #livingabroad #xenophobia #therapy
#counseling #immigrants #internationalworkers #internationalstudents #expats #livingabroad #xenophobia #therapy
Affirming Immigrant and International Clients in Therapy
An affirming stance allows us to ask more questions before making assumptions and to see our clients more clearly within the full context of their lives, rather than as a code to be found in the DS…
roqueneto.com
August 19, 2025 at 2:50 PM
This post is about the daily effort to be actively affirming of people who live and work between cultures, across borders, and often within systems that were not built for them.
#counseling #immigrants #internationalworkers #internationalstudents #expats #livingabroad #xenophobia #therapy
#counseling #immigrants #internationalworkers #internationalstudents #expats #livingabroad #xenophobia #therapy
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If you’re in the Bay Area (and even beyond), just a heads up that the new community space we’re opening up in Oakland has opened up memberships ahead of our October open.
We’ve got so much good programming on tap.
Way more info here:
www.thelocaleconomy.com
We’ve got so much good programming on tap.
Way more info here:
www.thelocaleconomy.com
August 17, 2025 at 10:41 PM
If you’re in the Bay Area (and even beyond), just a heads up that the new community space we’re opening up in Oakland has opened up memberships ahead of our October open.
We’ve got so much good programming on tap.
Way more info here:
www.thelocaleconomy.com
We’ve got so much good programming on tap.
Way more info here:
www.thelocaleconomy.com
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"It matters not whether someone is employed directly, is employed by a subcontractor or by a franchisee, or is an independent contractor." Professors Sharon Block and Benjamin Sachs describe the power of sectoral bargaining in @thenation.com
www.thenation.com/article/arch...
www.thenation.com/article/arch...
To Make Democracy Work, Give More of It to Workers
The fight to reclaim American democracy has to begin with our oligarchic political economy.
www.thenation.com
August 14, 2025 at 4:49 PM
"It matters not whether someone is employed directly, is employed by a subcontractor or by a franchisee, or is an independent contractor." Professors Sharon Block and Benjamin Sachs describe the power of sectoral bargaining in @thenation.com
www.thenation.com/article/arch...
www.thenation.com/article/arch...
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Discover why explicitly affirming LGBTQIA+ identities in therapy is a commitment to creating genuine psychological safety.
#Counseling #LGBTQIAAffirming #InclusiveTherapy #MentalHealth #CulturalCompetence #LGBTQIA #Queer
#Counseling #LGBTQIAAffirming #InclusiveTherapy #MentalHealth #CulturalCompetence #LGBTQIA #Queer
What It Means to Be an LGBTQIA-Affirming Therapist
Calling myself an LGBTQIA-affirming therapist keeps me grounded. It reminds me why I chose this work in the first place. It helps me push back on any internalized shame I have carried and gives me …
roqueneto.com
August 12, 2025 at 2:25 PM
Discover why explicitly affirming LGBTQIA+ identities in therapy is a commitment to creating genuine psychological safety.
#Counseling #LGBTQIAAffirming #InclusiveTherapy #MentalHealth #CulturalCompetence #LGBTQIA #Queer
#Counseling #LGBTQIAAffirming #InclusiveTherapy #MentalHealth #CulturalCompetence #LGBTQIA #Queer