In this special two-part series, we’re joined once again by our friend and trusted colleague, Whitney Alexander, LMFT, owner of The Warren Alexander Group in Stillwater, OK.

This episode dives into a conversation that’s rarely had publicly—the personal and professional impact our clients have on us as therapists. In Part 1, we explore:

🔹 How our clients’ stories shape who we are as clinicians and people

🔹 The emotional weight that comes with walking alongside others in their pain

🔹 Why it’s vital for therapists to remain aware of their own internal responses

Whether you're a therapist, a client, or someone curious about the behind-the-scenes emotional world of mental health professionals, this episode offers honest insight and reflection.

🧠 About our guest:

Whitney Alexander, LMFT, is a seasoned therapist and one of our most respected colleagues. She’s been featured in two of our most popular episodes:

✔️ Episode 10 – The 3 Channels of Self-Awareness

✔️ Episode 32 – Complex PTSD and the Feeling of Brokenness

👀 Don’t miss Part 2 next week, where we go even deeper into the emotional toll—and rewards—of this work.

👉 Be sure to subscribe, leave a 5-star review, and check the show notes for related resources and links.

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00:00 - Intro to the Episode

01:44 - About Our Guest

02:29 - Start of the Episode

04:28 - Josh Confronts Whitney

06:28 - The Impact on Us

09:45 - Self-of-Therapist

16:30 - Strong Women

17:48 - Brene Brown

19:50 - The Weight We Carry

25:25 - Vicarious Trauma

30:59 - Whitney's Closing Thoughts

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For more information about our guest and the services she offers, you can visit her website at https://www.warrenalexandergroup.com.

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White Horse Phenomenon - Brene Brown - https://youtu.be/0Wu0lp8LH3c?si=CWfHpgsGkEZEs5kU

Vicarious Trauma - https://health.clevelandclinic.org/vicarious-trauma

Compassion Fatigue - https://www.growthtactics.net/what-are-the-5-stages-of-compassion-fatigue

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