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The Power of Positive Regard: Beyond the Therapy Room

October 17, 2023October 15, 2023 Roque NetoLeave a comment

Imagine walking into a room and knowing that, no matter what you reveal about yourself, you will be met with warmth, acceptance, and understanding. That’s the essence of UPR.

Posted in Counseling Studies, Counseling TheoriesTagged #ConditionsOfWorth, #CounselingTheories, #Empathy, #PositiveRegard, #TherapistInTraining, #UPR

Unclehood

October 10, 2023October 7, 2023 Roque NetoLeave a comment

It’s a reminder of the profound depth of human connection, in the amazing, and sometimes messy, human system we call family.

Posted in Family, PersonalTagged #counseling, #family, #familysystem, #TherapistInTraining, #uncle

Pathways of Hope: My Initial Weeks in the Mental Health Counseling Program

October 3, 2023September 30, 2023 Roque Neto1 Comment

As I reflect on my initial weeks in the program, I am invigorated by the knowledge and perspectives it offers. I am learning not just the mechanics of therapy, but also absorbing the ethos of compassion, respect, and equality...

Posted in Counseling StudiesTagged #counseling, #FutureTherapist, #MentalWellbeingAdvocate, #SocialJusticeAdvocacy, #TherapistInTraining

Professional Prejudice: Unveiling Workplace Xenophobia

September 26, 2023September 21, 2023 Roque NetoLeave a comment

My first encounter with xenophobia occurred within the supposedly nurturing walls of an educational institution as an international student. One day, a classmate said that international students...

Posted in Immigrant ExperienceTagged #AERA, #ChampioningDiversity, #livingabroad, #UnspokenBias, #WorkplaceDiversity, #XenophobiaAtWork

A Journey Through Nine Lives: A Late Review of Peter Swanson’s Thriller

September 19, 2023September 11, 2023 Roque NetoLeave a comment

I am a little late to the Nine Lives party, but I can confidently say it was worth the wait.

Posted in Book ReviewTagged #BookReview, #NineLives, #PeterSwanson, #ThrillerBooks

The Evolving Dance of Sibling Relationships: A Mid-Forties Perspective

September 12, 2023September 11, 2023 Roque NetoLeave a comment

As we navigate our mid-forties, the evolution of our sibling relationships becomes even more pronounced, and that’s what I would like to delve into today.

Posted in Family, SiblingsTagged #family, #forties, #LifeReflections, #midlife, #Siblings, #TherapistInTraining

Guest Author: Martin Hughes

September 5, 2023August 31, 2023 Roque NetoLeave a comment

I face all of these challenges – my diabetes, my job, my running, my fundraising – with the same mindset: start strong, but finish stronger.

Posted in Guest AuthorTagged #LiveBeyond, #NYCMarathon, #Resilience, #Type1Diabetes

Reframing Job Seeking: Embracing the Joy of Missing Out

August 29, 2023August 28, 2023 Roque NetoLeave a comment

While job-seeking, it’s essential to remember that jobs come and go, but your unique identity remains. By embracing the Joy of Missing Out, job seekers can reclaim their sense of self, redefine their worth, and embark on a journey of self-discovery.

Posted in Job Seeking, Professional LifeTagged #CareerJourney, #JobSeeking, #JOMO, #PersonalGrowth

Hit Pause!

August 22, 2023August 20, 2023 Roque NetoLeave a comment

We are in a time where busyness is often mistaken for productivity. But is it truly productive if our minds are scattered and our souls feel depleted?

Posted in #MindfulnessTagged #busyness, #hitpause, #mentalhealth, #Productivity, #selfcare

From the Dean’s Desk to the Student’s Chair

August 15, 2023August 13, 2023 Roque Neto2 Comments

While the transition is intimidating, my years in higher education aren’t going away. Rather, they are evolving into a mosaic of insights and perspectives that can breathe life into classroom discussions.

Posted in Counseling Studies, Higher EducationTagged #counseling, #internationalstudents, #paloaltouniversity, #psychology, #TherapistInTraining

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