Are you a business owner struggling to find a healthy work life balance as a successful entrepreneur? Have you had thoughts of, "I'm successful, shouldn't I be happier?" Do you find yourself overwhelmed by wearing multiple hats, decision fatigue, or the constant pressure to succeed? Our team offers therapy for business owners and entrepreneurs designed to address your concerns, helping companies and you regain control, enhance your performance, and achieve a healthier, more fulfilling personal life. Empower yourself with the mental clarity and emotional resilience needed to thrive in your own business and entrepreneurial journey. Book your complimentary phone consultation today and start your path towards creating a balanced and successful life.
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San Diego Therapy for Business Owners & Entrepreneurs
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Understanding the entrepreneur’s journey
We understand the entrepreneurial journey's highs and lows. Our team is trained to navigate the complex emotional and psychological landscape of business ownership.
We help business owners interested in the following areas:
Every business is different, and so is every business owner. We provide personalized therapeutic approaches that align with your specific needs and goals.
We help business owners interested in the following areas:
- Stress Management & Burnout Prevention/Recovery: Constant demands can lead to overwhelming stress, impacting your mental and physical health.
- Work-life balance: Juggling business and personal can be challenging, often leading to burnout and strained relationships.
- Decision fatigue: Making numerous high-stakes decisions can drain your mental energy and affect your overall well-being.
- Financial worries: Concerns about cash flow, profitability, and financial stability can be a significant source of anxiety.
- Managing your team: Navigating team dynamics and maintaining positive interactions with them requires substantial emotional effort.
- Maintaining motivation and passion: Sustaining your drive and enthusiasm for your business can be difficult amid ongoing issues.
- Isolation and lack of community: The unique pressures of entrepreneurship can often lead to feelings of loneliness and isolation.
Every business is different, and so is every business owner. We provide personalized therapeutic approaches that align with your specific needs and goals.
How therapy can help
Talk therapy offers numerous advantages to business owners, addressing both personal and professional aspects of their lives:
- Improved stress management: Develop effective tools and learn how to prevent burnout.
- Enhanced decision-making skills: Gain clarity and confidence in making critical business decisions.
- Better work-life balance: Achieve a healthier balance between work and personal, fostering overall well-being.
- Increased emotional resilience: Build the strength to navigate business challenges with a positive mindset.
- Stronger interpersonal relationships: Improve communication with employees, partners, and family.
- Renewed motivation and passion: Reignite your enthusiasm and commitment to your business.
- Validation: Experience a safe space to discuss and overcome unique entrepreneurial experiences.
Erica Basso,
LMFT + Owner
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Therapist for entrepreneurs, executives, & business owners in San Diego
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As someone who specializes in working with business owners and entrepreneurs, I understand how your demanding career can leave you with little time and energy to nurture deep, meaningful connections with others. The overwhelm from work can impact your physical health, sleep and happiness. While your ambition and high standards have propelled you forward, relentless pressure can lead to exhaustion and burnout.
As an entrepreneur myself, work often becomes a core part of identity. This intertwining demands a level of vulnerability that can leave us uniquely prone to burnout and emotional exhaustion, even in times of success. I help high-achievers combat perfectionism, depression and anxiety that prevent them from living an authentic and fulfilling life. You don't have to navigate your entrepreneurial journey alone.
- Licensed MFT, Group practice owner
- MFT # 114828
- Practicing since 2017
- Erica is an authentic and conversational therapist utilizing a blend of evidence-based modalities including Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Mindfulness techniques
What to expect in therapy
Embarking on a therapy journey can be transformative and extremely helpful for business owners. Therapy doesn’t have to take up much time in your busy schedule. That's why we offer face-to-face virtual sessions making it convenient and highly effective for busy professionals.
As a boutique practice, we take on a limited number of clients so we can offer you truly personalized care and so you never feel like you’re just another client to get through. We will take time to understand you as a person as a whole and develop a tailored plan for you based on your specific needs and preferences.
Here's a broad overview idea of what to expect:
Every session is customized to address your concerns and goals, ensuring you receive the most effective care.
As a boutique practice, we take on a limited number of clients so we can offer you truly personalized care and so you never feel like you’re just another client to get through. We will take time to understand you as a person as a whole and develop a tailored plan for you based on your specific needs and preferences.
Here's a broad overview idea of what to expect:
- Free Consultation: Call us today for a 15-minute phone consultation. Discuss your stressors, goals, and expectations. We are happy to answer any questions you may have.
- Initial Assessment: The first few sessions will involve a comprehensive evaluation of your mental health and personal and professional dynamics. Your therapist will share first impressions of what the work will include and you get a sense for how we work and determine if this is the right fit for your needs.
- Goal Setting: Collaboratively establish working goals and focus areas tailored to your specific needs.
- Therapy Sessions: In the beginning phase expect to meet on a weekly basis. We will continually check in on the frequency of sessions, with some clients dropping to every other week meetings after some progress has been made.
- Progress Review: Periodic assessments to track your progress and adjust the treatment plan as needed.
- Ongoing Care: Continued guidance and strategies to help you maintain and enhance your mental well-being.
Every session is customized to address your concerns and goals, ensuring you receive the most effective care.
FAQs about working with a business therapist
Is therapy confidential?
We understand that the idea of seeking therapy can feel daunting due to the stigma surrounding mental health. It's important to recognize that prioritizing your mental well-being is not a sign of weakness or failure but a strategic move towards greater success. Just as you would invest in your physical health or professional development, investing in your mental health is crucial for sustaining long-term success and personal fulfillment.
Your privacy is our top priority. All sessions are confidential, ensuring that your personal information and discussions remain private. However, there are certain legal and ethical limits to confidentiality. These include situations where there is a risk of harm to yourself or others, instances of abuse or neglect, or when required by a court order. These exceptions are in place to protect your safety and your sense of well-being, and will of course be discussed with you in detail during your initial session.
What types of counseling are available for an entrepreneur?
Entrepreneurs can benefit from receiving some quality one-on-one sessions focusing on personal concerns, self care and emotional resilience. Our team utilizes a variety of modalities, ensuring you receive the support best suited to your entrepreneurial journey, such as:
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Identifying and changing negative thought patterns to improve emotional well-being.
- Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR): Techniques to reduce stress and increase focus through mindfulness practices.
- Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT): Concentrating on solutions and future goals rather than past problems.
What's the difference between a therapist and a psychologist?
Understanding the distinctions between various mental health professionals can help you choose the right support for your needs.
Therapist: a broad term that includes professionals who provide mental health services, such as counseling and psychotherapy. They can have various educational backgrounds and licenses, including Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), Marriage and Family Therapists (MFTs), and others. They focus on helping clients manage and overcome mental health issues, emotional challenges, and fears through various therapeutic techniques.
Psychologist: A psychologist specifically refers to someone who holds a doctoral degree in psychology (Ph.D. or Psy.D.). Psychologists are extensively trained in the science of behavior and mental processes. They are qualified to conduct psychological assessments and testing, diagnose various mental health conditions and disorders, and provide psychotherapy. Psychologists often engage in research and may specialize in areas such as clinical psychology, counseling psychology, or educational psychology. Unlike some therapists, psychologists do not prescribe medication but may collaborate with psychiatrists or other medical professionals for comprehensive care.
The key difference lies in their education, scope of practice, and the specific services they provide, but it is important to note credentials are one part of the process of finding the right fit. It is also important to find a professional who has experience in what you are coming to therapy for and you feel understood when you talk and share in session.
Therapist: a broad term that includes professionals who provide mental health services, such as counseling and psychotherapy. They can have various educational backgrounds and licenses, including Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), Marriage and Family Therapists (MFTs), and others. They focus on helping clients manage and overcome mental health issues, emotional challenges, and fears through various therapeutic techniques.
Psychologist: A psychologist specifically refers to someone who holds a doctoral degree in psychology (Ph.D. or Psy.D.). Psychologists are extensively trained in the science of behavior and mental processes. They are qualified to conduct psychological assessments and testing, diagnose various mental health conditions and disorders, and provide psychotherapy. Psychologists often engage in research and may specialize in areas such as clinical psychology, counseling psychology, or educational psychology. Unlike some therapists, psychologists do not prescribe medication but may collaborate with psychiatrists or other medical professionals for comprehensive care.
The key difference lies in their education, scope of practice, and the specific services they provide, but it is important to note credentials are one part of the process of finding the right fit. It is also important to find a professional who has experience in what you are coming to therapy for and you feel understood when you talk and share in session.
Therapy can help you thrive in your personal and professional lives.
Our specialized services are designed to address your unique challenges, from managing feelings of overwhelm and decision fatigue to achieving a healthier lifestyle balance. With expertise in entrepreneurial struggles, we offer personalized tools through individual one-on-one sessions. Our approach includes proven modalities like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness practices to enhance your emotional resilience and overall well-being.
Taking the step to prioritize your mental health is a strategic move toward greater success. Empower yourself with the tools and care needed to thrive both personally and professionally. Reach out today for a consultation and start in the right direction on your journey towards a balanced and fulfilling life.
Taking the step to prioritize your mental health is a strategic move toward greater success. Empower yourself with the tools and care needed to thrive both personally and professionally. Reach out today for a consultation and start in the right direction on your journey towards a balanced and fulfilling life.
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