Choosing to divulge your most vulnerable parts to a complete stranger takes a lot of courage. It also takes a lot of willingness to be vulnerable with ourselves and be willing to hear and do hard things. It makes sense that in situation such as this, forming a trusting, safe connection with a therapist is paramount. In fact, research has proven time and time again that it is the MOST important factor in therapeutic success.

While this season we focus on relationship dynamics in all forms, we’ll start with a truly unique relationship - the therapeutic relationship, or the therapeutic alliance as it is more professionally known.

So, how do we find the right therapist? And, how do we make sure we feel safe and respected in this sensitive dynamic?

Here to discuss this and more is Audrey Omenson, MA, LPC-S.

About our guest:

Audrey Omenson has worked as a licensed professional counselor in the Houston area since 2009. Currently she see clients in her private practice where her work is focused on supporting adults and teens ages 16 and up, who are looking to process major life transitions, address trauma, deal with burnout and boundary setting, increase self-awareness, and improve self-care practices. Audrey was also part of the NFCC team for 7 years, serving as a counselor and clinical director before stepping down to serve as a consultant in October of 2021.

In addition to her several years of experience as a counselor, Audrey has also been on the client side of things and participated in therapy for herself at various points in her life.

Learn more about Audrey by visiting her website: https://www.audreyomenson.com/

A special thanks to our team:

Tracy Lehman, Host & Executive Producer

Jacel Dickson, Producer and Editor

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