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A reflective authentic therapist journaling about self-awareness and compassion as part of their professional growth.

What Does It Really Mean to Be an Authentic Therapist?

What does it mean to be an authentic therapist? Beyond caring for clients, authenticity is about showing up as your full, imperfect self—balancing empathy, honesty, and humanity in the therapy room. Kaitlyn, LMFT at Keystone Therapy Group, explores how embracing authenticity can transform both therapy and supervision.

Therapist reflecting at a beach sunset, symbolizing authenticity, self-compassion, and growth in therapy

When Choosing Authenticity Feels Harder Than It Should As A Therapist

Authenticity in therapy isn’t about being perfect—it’s about compassion, growth, and showing up as human. Discover how embracing imperfection can help therapists and clients build deeper, more genuine connections.

5 Ways to Fight for Who You Are as a Queer Person of Color

Too often, we silence our truth to keep the peace—especially when we hold identities that are misunderstood or marginalized. But what’s the cost of constantly shrinking yourself to fit into spaces that weren’t made for your fullness? This post explores the emotional and physical toll of self-erasure, particularly for[…]