This week's podcast comes from a question that one of my listeners sent to me:

“Being a younger, newer therapist in private practice, I often worry how my clients will perceive my age and expertise. I have had a few clients switch to older counsellors, though some genuinely like having a younger counsellor who can relate.”

It raises the question of what’s the most important thing to consider when working with a client.  For me it’s all about connection, having a solid therapeutic relationship.

But what if you are very different from your client, how can you make that connection so as not to alienate them? 

Is it important to be similar in some shape or form as your client, perhaps in age, sex, background, and does it matter?

Should you consider your niche to take advantage of your personal attributes, interests and qualities?

There could be a simple answer and it could be waiting for inside this podcast.   

In this episode we explore:

• The importance of having a strong therapeutic relationship with clients 
• Why someone might not connect with you
• How to use anything about you to your advantage in private practice to help your clients

Links to follow

Episode 3: Drop the psychobabble, get more clients