In this episode of How I Therapist, we speak with Laura Frasier, a clinical psychologist specializing in private practice and supervision. Laura shares her journey into therapy, the importance of clinical supervision, and the challenges therapists face in private practice. They discuss the balance between clinical and business supervision, the impact of GLP-1 medications on body image, and the complexities of perinatal mental health. Laura also highlights her excitement for couples therapy and the importance of building referral networks. The conversation provides valuable insights for aspiring therapists and those navigating the mental health field.

https://www.laurafrasierpsyd.com/

Chapters

00:00 Journey into Supervision

04:08 Balancing Clinical and Business Supervision

06:55 Navigating Licensing Challenges

10:14 Building a Private Practice

13:11 Understanding GLP-1 and Body Image

16:17 Exploring Eating Disorders and Therapy

19:14 Couples Therapy Insights

22:06 Perinatal Mental Health Challenges

25:07 Training and Professional Growth

28:01 Navigating Loss in Therapy

31:20 Future Aspirations in Therapy