Managing Relationships with Colleagues
We may not like everyone in the workplace equally, but we should treat all of them as professional colleagues.
Laura Allen
Laura Allen has been a licensed massage therapist since 1999 and an approved provider of continuing education since 2000. She is the author of Nina McIntosh's The Educated Heart, now in its fifth edition, and numerous other books. Allen lives in the mountains of western North Carolina with her husband and their two rescue dogs.
ARTICLES BY THIS AUTHOR
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Seeking Help When We Need It
We need to recognize that seeking help is a strength, not a weakness.
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Avoid Healer Syndrome
We can’t magically heal anyone. But, we can facilitate people feeling better from the work we do.
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Professional Jealousy Is Not Professional
Don’t be envious of others’ success. Focus on creating your own.
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When Is It OK to Violate Confidentiality?
Gossiping with or about clients is always unethical. But there are limited scenarios where it is legally OK to violate confidentiality.
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Right of Refusal: Just Say No
Clients and therapists alike have the right of refusal. Don't be afraid to use it.