Dealing with Imposter Syndrome as a Mental Health Professional
Professional Wellness Elliott Gunnell Professional Wellness Elliott Gunnell

Dealing with Imposter Syndrome as a Mental Health Professional

Imposter syndrome is more common among mental health professionals than most people realize. Whether you’re fresh out of grad school or decades into your career, that quiet voice whispering, “You don’t belong here,” can show up at any time. This post explores why imposter syndrome happens, how it impacts your work, and what you can do to reclaim confidence, clarity, and compassion for yourself.

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Internal or External? Rethinking Mindfulness in Clinical Work
Mindfulness, Professional Wellness Elliott Gunnell Mindfulness, Professional Wellness Elliott Gunnell

Internal or External? Rethinking Mindfulness in Clinical Work

Mindfulness is often misunderstood as meditation poses or quiet retreats, but at its core, it’s about presence — the kind that guides us to shift from external noise to internal awareness. This week, we explore how mindfulness impacts clinical work, why it matters ethically, and how tuning inward can reduce burnout and increase connection.

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