It’s time to quiet that inner critic.
Therapy for Professionals and High Achievers in El Dorado Hills
From the outside, you look like you have everything all together…. so why is it that you still need therapy?
Because you are human.
YOU are in the right place if you fit any of the following categories:
People Leader
Executive/Member of the C-Suite
Entrepreneur
Professional
Business Owner
Any type of HIGH ACHIEVER
Your life isn’t a typical one. You’re an individual who consistently strives for excellence and success, and you work well despite the pressures and challenges that come with your demanding role. Except at the end of the day, life feels hard. Even though on the outside you have it all, you still have problems. You still have doubts. You still have insecurities. You still have a spouse, and that relationship might be complicated. You still have children, who may be a challenge. And, oh my goodness, you still have parents. Therapy can help ease the pressure in your life, making you more productive, balanced, and happier.
You deserve support, just like everyone else, even though you are used to being in charge.
Why high achievers MIGHT benefit from therapy
You can learn to manage the extreme pressures of your “larger than life” life.
High Stress Levels: The fast-paced nature of professional life often leads to high levels of stress, which can manifest in various ways, including burnout, anxiety, or depression. Therapy offers you a space to explore stressors and develop effective coping strategies.
Work-Life Balance: Although sometimes achieving work-life balance seems like an impossibility (isn’t it all just life???), therapy can help you find a way to create space for career demands AND personal and family responsibilities, while also establishing healthy boundaries, prioritizing self-care, and creating a more balanced lifestyle.
Perfectionism: As a high achiever, you may hold yourself to exceptionally high standards, leading to perfectionism and self-criticism. Together, we can work on challenging your perfectionistic tendencies and fostering self-compassion and resilience.
Imposter Syndrome: Despite your achievements, you may experience feelings of inadequacy or self-doubt, known as imposter syndrome. You feel like you are somehow faking your own life. Therapy can address underlying beliefs and help you recognize and internalize your successes.
Leadership Challenges: Executives and leaders often face unique leadership challenges, such as managing teams, making difficult decisions, or navigating organizational dynamics. Therapy can provide a space for you to explore these issues and enhance your leadership skills.
Why Bethany is the right therapist for High Achievers…
My resume includes 27 years in corporate leadership, with the last 15+ years at an executive level for a global investment services company.
As a therapist, I have treated many different clients who fall into the high achiever category. While I cannot give specifics due to confidentiality, imagine the “doctor, lawyer, executive, business owner” crowd.
My husband launched an entrepreneurial venture in 2003, and while he was the leader of that business, I had significant involvement and offered a lot of moral support. This gave me outstanding insight into the entrepreneurial experience and its unique high highs and low lows.
I am keenly attuned to the feeling of falling short at home and at work, despite working double-time at both, allowing me to empathize with your situation in ways other therapists may not.
I can put on my business hat and help you navigate the professional politics and dynamics, and also integrate evidence-based therapeutic techniques with practical solutions and strategies to address your specific needs and goals.
I can assist you in integrating your thinking brain with your feeling brain—yes, you are allowed to feel.
I understand the pressure on your time and your desire for even greater discretion, so upon request, I can offer appointments at your office for an additional fee (please inquire if interested).
Frequently asked questions about high achiever therapy
FAQs
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High achievers are incredible people and accomplish great things, but it’s a human need to connect and get support. Asking for help is a demonstration of strength, not of weakness. Learn more.
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Lots of us can accomplish a great deal prior to feeling as though something is missing, stuck, or broken. But if you’re experiencing symptoms, don’t continue to suffer. Learn more.
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Let’s connect. Chances are if you self-identify as a high achiever, we’re going to be a natural fit. Learn more.