Confessions of a Millennial Therapist
I’m not sure how to best kick off the blog for Olive and Sage Wellness. While the professional in me recognizes that this is a momentous occasion, the millennial in me wants to make a lame joke welcoming you to my crib. Doesn’t feel quite like the tone I’m going for, but here we are.
My goal for this blog is to be a space to share clinical ideas, general musings, and resources for people looking to find relief and connection. Life is hard. Seeking help shouldn’t be.
As a millennial therapist, it’s not hard to see that the experiences I’ve had and also the experiences of my generation have shaped how I view the world. I have seen the expectations and strategies used by older generations crash and burn in the light of the modern world. I feel like I have a live stream watching how younger generations are being molded by the adults and circumstances of the present. It can sometimes feel like I’m stuck in a state of analysis paralysis, unsure of how to move forward and be helpful in a world full of suffering and almost constant chaos.
As I’m sure you’ve noticed, there are a myriad of people out there telling you that they have just the product for you to help cure whatever existential or psychological gripe ails you. Even before the prime age of ~influencers~, bookstores were overflowing with books in the “Self Help” section. As a therapist, I’m not here to sell you a product or a cure. I wish I had the cure, but I don’t.
What I can offer you is a skillful ear and connection. I can help you feel seen in your worries and accomplishments. I can walk alongside you as you grapple with difficult things or prepare to have difficult conversations. I may offer suggestions of different strategies to try. And sure, I can teach you some coping skills on occasion, too. But I’m in the therapy business not to fix you (read: you’re not broken) but to be human with you.
If you’re interested in working together or learning more about women’s counseling in Chicago, schedule a free 15 minute consultation call today.