tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36805245.post2075545651159548886..comments2023-09-07T11:10:05.486+01:00Comments on A little piece of me: What do counsellor's/therapists wear?crpitthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10740212737574269503noreply@blogger.comBlogger20125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36805245.post-28186061792925970142015-07-13T17:28:54.395+01:002015-07-13T17:28:54.395+01:00Or if you have seen Glee the school counselor in t...Or if you have seen Glee the school counselor in that TV. Show look. <br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36805245.post-66032538746986345622015-07-13T17:27:21.826+01:002015-07-13T17:27:21.826+01:00It depends? If your working with children and adol...It depends? If your working with children and adolesent I wouldn't wear a suit it seems to them that you are there to judge. I would wear nice pants and a lovely shirt or blouse or sweater, and if your a girl some shoes that pop and add color. But if your working with adults too j suggests a skirt (can be pencil skirt or a mix flowy one) and a blouse with a little jewerly. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36805245.post-15041647445302620602009-08-06T23:10:25.530+01:002009-08-06T23:10:25.530+01:00Your input has been invaluable as always, I know c...Your input has been invaluable as always, I know common sense usually prevails, but sometimes it needs a nudge :)crpitthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10740212737574269503noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36805245.post-1995634042224442492009-08-04T06:24:56.074+01:002009-08-04T06:24:56.074+01:00I like your blog. Thanks for writing.I like your blog. Thanks for writing.Someone you knowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09168643598617169082noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36805245.post-20289624809464350592009-07-31T17:16:48.481+01:002009-07-31T17:16:48.481+01:00When I picture a therapist, I'd have to agree ...When I picture a therapist, I'd have to agree with yogachicky: the hot librarian look. Have you seen the Sopranos? I think of Tony's therapist.<br /><br />As far as what a therapist should wear: let the place of business, not the client, determine what should be worn. See what others do. Be comfortable and professional and it'll all be good (as far as the clothes go).Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36805245.post-79644279962667588702009-07-26T22:46:50.098+01:002009-07-26T22:46:50.098+01:00Great news Claire, I would go with smart/casual - ...Great news Claire, I would go with smart/casual - professional but not intimidating. Whats suits you in fact. If you are comfortable, then so are they. Now if we could just get the Mumborg to behave...Alisonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13420150980378381269noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36805245.post-13422718687480498382009-07-25T17:44:09.877+01:002009-07-25T17:44:09.877+01:00Ciao, For first: I found "random" your b...Ciao, For first: I found "random" your blog and it's nice. As counselor I think you have to be strong with an angel soul. Regarding what to wear: my grand mother said: "Clean shirt, and clean socks are necessary, and don't and clean your nose, mamma mia!" Well, I was 4.<br />Sorry, I don't speak very well English. However I will follow your posts, they are interesting. Ciao, have a nice sunday. Italo.Italohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02892822086140983503noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36805245.post-50260498972678702732009-07-25T00:43:39.906+01:002009-07-25T00:43:39.906+01:00My studies are similar to yours, and as counselors...My studies are similar to yours, and as counselors, we should be modeling a positive life for our clients. A pulled together casual look that says we care enough about ourselves to put our best foot forward. It also shows respect for our clients if we look our best for work. We want to give them something to strive for while not projecting 'better than you' attitude.<br />Linda in the USLinda Clarkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08729922485272170925noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36805245.post-33214783901314938282009-07-24T20:12:37.873+01:002009-07-24T20:12:37.873+01:00I's guess a professional outfit, to give the i...I's guess a professional outfit, to give the impression the are competant experts.Jean-Luc Picardhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01689798190618944262noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36805245.post-8441673853191454642009-07-24T14:15:52.132+01:002009-07-24T14:15:52.132+01:00I was a therapist in mid-70s America, so guess wha...I was a therapist in mid-70s America, so guess what we wore? You got it. Sandals, love beads, hair down to our knees, psychedelic tee-shirts and shorts. Don't think that'd go over too big these days. Can well understand your excitement at visiting those counseling rooms. Those first few sessions with clients, getting started, is such a thrill. You seem so in to it. I'm sure you're going to be a great therapist.Nothing Profoundhttp://wwwaphorismscom.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36805245.post-2113518911112850482009-07-24T07:42:20.327+01:002009-07-24T07:42:20.327+01:00I kind of had the same experience that Lois had. M...I kind of had the same experience that Lois had. My shrink wore suit and tie, sat behind a desk. My counselor (my age) wore button down shirts with the sleeves rolled up, no tie, and chinos. Worked for me! It was more his attitude than his clothing. I had a female counselor who bored me to tears, and she dressed nicely. She actually wanted me to get on the floor with coloring books and crayons! Like that was gonna happen!<br />~~~~~~<br />Your poor mom! I cannot imagine what she must be going through! Enough already yet! Please tell her "hello," for me.<br />~~~Blessings~~~Amazing Graciehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12788890988002911896noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36805245.post-74398846383758625872009-07-23T16:59:44.284+01:002009-07-23T16:59:44.284+01:00I really like the beany suggestion for the mumborg...I really like the beany suggestion for the mumborgs leg! Please suggest this to the docs, it might not be an option they've considered! If they go for it can we all come round to poke it?<br /><br />I'm in the smart casual camp... No suits, but going hippy chick might get in the way of some of your clients taking you seriously.Rosiebunnyhttp://www.therosemoirs.co.uknoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36805245.post-49294313183345824452009-07-23T16:59:37.071+01:002009-07-23T16:59:37.071+01:00I think that Melinda put it the best as I was thin...I think that Melinda put it the best as I was thinking that as a counselor, you don't want to be drawing attention towards yourself; you want to sort of blend into the background as mostly you are a sounding board and bit of support for the person you are counseling. Definitely do NOT go for the old maid librarian look as that doesn't invite a person to open up and feel free to speak - way too binding for lack of a better word. <br /><br />Your poor mother has been going through hell and back and then back again. The poor, poor dear. Hope they get their proverbial act together over there soon and do their best by her to make her a) comfortable and b) well.Lindahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05698969349369789642noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36805245.post-56915947886834644302009-07-23T16:24:24.099+01:002009-07-23T16:24:24.099+01:00Sorry to hear about your mom's troubles, Clair...Sorry to hear about your mom's troubles, Claire. <br /><br />As far as what to wear for counseling. When I do pro bono work (which is the only counseling I do these days), I usually wear very nondescript slacks with a nondescript top. I don't want to distract in any way with too flashy clothes or too stuffy (like a suit). I like to stick to subtle colors as well, such as beiges, grays, and other muted colors. I always feel those are soothing colors and I feel that is important in a counseling situation. <br /><br />MelindaMelindahttp://blog.melindaville.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36805245.post-1189008019184879522009-07-23T16:16:00.360+01:002009-07-23T16:16:00.360+01:00On clothes, comfortable without being too casual. ...On clothes, comfortable without being too casual. Skirt and nice blouse with a jacket available if needed for business meetings or more formal interactions.<br /><br />Sorry the Mumborg is having a rough go again. Best wishes to you all and I hope the pain diminishes.Durward Discussionhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15023629504094283860noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36805245.post-19366111217386624962009-07-23T15:26:13.968+01:002009-07-23T15:26:13.968+01:00I still stand by the whole 'not too much black...I still stand by the whole 'not too much black' comment, but in all seriousness, I think you have to feel like you. <br /><br />Looking and feeling comfortable and genuine, not too try-hard to distracting... these are all good things.<br /><br />Mostly, the people who come to see you won't give a fig what you're wearing and mightn't even remember it. <br /><br />But you feeling comfortable can only help how you relate to people - but I'm sure you already know that.<br /><br />Continued best wishes for the mumborg!!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36805245.post-66377396316327120982009-07-23T15:24:05.703+01:002009-07-23T15:24:05.703+01:00I think it really depends on who you are, who your...I think it really depends on who you are, who your clients are, and where you are working. Working in an office might require something slightly smarter, working from home might allow for more casual clothing. If you have a client who works in the city and always comes to sessions in a suit, you might make them feel more comfortable by donning professional clothes. A client who always wears jeans and curls up on the sofa after kicking their shoes off (like me!) might be ok with a more casual approach.<br /><br />I personally go smart/casual to work. My own counsellor is much more relaxed with me (quite often she has nothing on her feet!) I prefer that myself, but you gotta think about the client. And you don't want to wear anything that will be incongruent to who you are either. You must be comfortable.<br /><br />So - not too many rules then ... ;) Thinking about the mumborg and you in all the unpleasantness.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36805245.post-7339705768705178622009-07-23T15:14:48.584+01:002009-07-23T15:14:48.584+01:00Poor Mumborg-- she has been through so much!
Can&...Poor Mumborg-- she has been through so much!<br /><br />Can't they just fill the floppy part of the leg with beans-- a la Beanie Babies-- until it can heal properly? It would be cheerful for her, plus make a nice noise when she moves. :)<br /><br />Okay, or not.<br /><br />Regarding your counselor clothing, how about a combination of the two looks-- mostly business casual with some interesting/more creative necklaces or earrings.<br /><br />That's how I survived when I had to dress up in marketing for my first job.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10883854503294092142noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36805245.post-35096018829226299942009-07-23T15:13:38.726+01:002009-07-23T15:13:38.726+01:00For where you'll be working I think that casua...For where you'll be working I think that casual smart will be fine with not too much black. Smart trousers with nice tops. Like I said Dotty P was always a good choice for work clothes for me.<br /><br />Gosh, there's just no respite for the Mumborg is there. Fingers crossed for an infection free '09 :)<br /><br />From everything I've read/know of you, I believe that you will be one kick ass counsellor and I'm so pleased that you've found some where you like the feel of. Now finish your college stuff and get to work :)Cyran Dormanhttp://forevertiltingatwindmills.wordpress.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36805245.post-26172337949768222312009-07-23T15:10:48.793+01:002009-07-23T15:10:48.793+01:00My therapist just wore business casual - nice slac...My therapist just wore business casual - nice slacks, maybe a blouse, or sweater. My shrink wears the same. No suits... just comfortable clothes. After all she sits in her office all day and listens to folks like me blubber about... I'd want to be comfortable. <br /><br />No suits... I think that would make patients feel uncomfortable. Suits appear judgmental to me... makes sense?<br /><br />Hugs to Mumborg... but please send gentle ones. I hope this ordeal is taken care of quickly and she is back to herself...Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com