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Headings: Vicarious Trauma and the Value of Self-Care for Therapists
Vicarious Trauma and the Value of Self-Care for Therapists
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Content: Helping professionals who have been subjected to trauma themselves also may be more at risk for developing compassion fatigue, especially if they have not worked through their issues. Developing an adequate self-care strategy is key to preventing or overcoming vicarious trauma. Some of the techniques that can be used include: Maintain a good work-life balance. This involves taking time off to recharge and avoiding working long hours and/or carrying too heavy of a caseload or workload. Exercise to relieve stress. Developing a good workout routine is important to help increase feel-good endorphins and improve one’s outlook on life. Taking a yoga class, doing aerobic activity, or even just going for a walk can be invigorating and help change one’s perspective. Start a meditation practice. Initially, try sitting quietly for just 10 minutes a day, then gradually increase the time to 20 minutes.