Coping with the Routine of Clinical Practice
When we talk about the stresses of private practice, we’re usually talking about taxing demands that overstimulate you and eventually cause you to feel worn out. But some aspects of practice may feel understimulating and cause similar frustration and discontent. There is an inevitable routine and regimentation in psychological practice that, as in other professions,…
Motivate Yourself!
Much is written about the need for employers to motivate their staff. There’s a lot they can do to make the workplace the type of place that enables you to feel engaged and productive in your job. But what are you doing to make this happen? Motivate yourself! Re-Discover A Sense of Purpose Unless your…
Attitude Adjustments Aren’t Just For Patients
DR. E. CAROL WEBSTER’S SUCCESS!EZINE ATTITUDE ADJUSTMENTS AREN’T JUST FOR PATIENTS E. Carol Webster, Ph.D. Original Copyright © 2015 You help people change negative attitudes that are causing them problems in life, but what do you do when the negative attitude is yours? Practitioners can get surly with their patients, appear bored with their work, and…
Scrap The Scowl
DR. E. CAROL WEBSTER’S SUCCESS!EZINE SCRAP THE SCOWL E. Carol Webster, Ph.D. Copyright © 2015 How do you come across to others? People are often stunned when they’re told they look angry because they don’t particularly feel peeved. A hostile demeanor can prevent you from moving ahead in the workplace. More importantly, it may cause you…
Angry Patients & Fees
DR. E. CAROL WEBSTER’S PSYCHOLOGY PRIVATE PRACTICE SUCCESS!EZINE ANGRY PATIENTS & FEES E. Carol Webster, Ph.D. Original Copyright © 2015 You work hard to help your patients and understandably are exasperated when they become angry with you. Clinical issues can cause this, but often fee disputes top the list. Poor case management and lax business practices are…