Self-Care for the Mental Health Practitioner Einar Plyhn Keeping a journal can help

Keeping a journal can help the writer to develop a better understanding of themselves

An in-depth case study is used to show how this works in practice

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Self-Care for the Mental Health Practitioner Einar Plyhn Keeping a journal can helpDr. Alfred J. Malinowski's book provides a comprehensive resource on self care for those working in the field of psychotherapy. Beginning with an exploration of the role and duties of the mental health practitioner, Dr. Malinowski describes how the demands of practice can lead therapists to diminished psychological well being. He explores the impact this can have and, through an examination of the latest research, reiterates the importance of the self