E18: Gillian Fagan on Inner Child Work, Therapy and Finding The Right Therapist for You.

In this week's episode, I welcome guest speaker Gillian Fagan, a psychotherapist from Acora Therapy. This episode centres on developing emotional awareness and intelligence, drawing on Gillian's extensive psychotherapy and mental health education background.

Gillian shares her personal journey into psychotherapy, including her own experiences as a client, and dives into topics such as inner child work, the importance of self-care for caregivers like teachers, and the diverse modalities for emotional release. The conversation also explores the realities of accessing mental health services and the benefits of seeking appropriate professional support.
TIMESTAMPS

• 00:00 Welcome and Introduction
• 01:06 Gillian Fagan's Journey into Psychotherapy
• 06:47 The Importance of Inner Child Work
• 12:36 Releasing Emotions and Self-Care
• 19:55 Tools for Teachers and Caregivers
• 26:04 Understanding Needs vs Wants
• 26:48 The Power of Positive Self-Talk
• 28:06 Preparing for Interviews: Self-Awareness
• 29:27 Navigating Therapy and Counseling
• 32:17 Accessing Affordable Mental Health Services
• 41:51 The Importance of Supervision for Leaders
• 44:30 Upcoming Events and Final Thoughts