There are quire a few essentials in doing therapy. As we banter about those essentials including empathy, listening without judgment, self-efficacy, and accepting feedback Kellyanne Brady, LMHC reminds us to "be present not perfect". Whether a beginner or seasoned professional it's easy to lose sight of this idea. And, certainly all of us who walk on this earth have challenges with some of these conceptes, therapist or not. What do you struggle with when doing this work - or just living in a world driven by connection to others? This episode also considers what is needed to build and deepen relationships.