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Stronger Self-esteem When You Don’t Look Your Best: Studio 5

posted by Julie Hanks LCSW in Body Image, Media, Relationships & Emotional Health, Self-esteem, TV Segments on January 24, 2012

Self-esteem comes from the inside, but sometimes what’s going happening on the outside can shake your self -confidence. Therapist, Julie Hanks, has tips to survive bad hair days and beyond. 1) Bad Hair Day Sometimes even small appearance flaws can ruin your day! A big blemish on your face, bad hair day, a skin rash more »

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I’ve Never Met A Shrink Who Didn’t Need One

posted by Julie Hanks LCSW in Business, Counseling, Depression, Emotional Health, Marketing, Private Practice Toolbox, Psychology, Psychotherapy, Relationships & Emotional Health on January 8, 2012

My grandpa used to say, “I never met a shrink who didn’t need one,” as if that was a valid reason for not seeking help for mental health problems. After being a therapist for nearly two decades, I totally agree with my Grandpa. Therapists are an interesting and colorful bunch and we definitely have our more »

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Adventures In Private Practice: Healthy Eating Expert Karen R. Koenig, LCSW

posted by Julie Hanks LCSW in Adventures In Private Practice, Business, Marketing, Private Practice Toolbox on November 18, 2011

When I launched this blog in July I had no idea that one of the perks would be connecting with so many amazing therapists who’ve created successful practices. I’ve been inspired by shrinks around the globe who demonstrate the varied ways to make a living, and make a difference with their clients and I thought more »

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A Day In The Life Of A Private Practice Therapist

posted by Julie Hanks LCSW in A Day In The Life, Business, Finances, Marketing, Private Practice Toolbox, Psychotherapy, Technology on November 16, 2011

After reading my recent posts on multiple income streams for therapists, Psych Central Associate Editor and blogger, Margarita Tartakovsky asked me how I, and other therapists, juggle so many different aspects of private practice. I’ve been thinking about her question and thought it might be fun to start a series that peeks into “a day more »

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5 Self-Care Tips For Therapists

posted by Julie Hanks LCSW in Business, Private Practice Toolbox, Psychotherapy on September 12, 2011

You take good care of you clients but are you taking good care of you? Being a therapist in private practice is incredibly fulfilling and very emotionally draining. While it’s an honor to be trusted with client’s deepest fears, pain, and vulnerabilities, it can take an emotional toll. Therapists seem to be particularly vulnerable to more »

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Preventing Emotional Burnout Handouts – Valley View Stake

posted by admin in Advice, Emotional Health, Self-care on February 9, 2011

What a dynamic group of women you are! Thanks for an enlightening dialogue, insightful comments, and for opening up your hearts to me this evening. I appreciate the invitation and hope that you’ll remember the part about this workshop is a “guilt-free” zone. Flowers you gave me are beautiful. There’s nothing like fresh flowers during more »

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Finding Time for You – Overcoming the Selfish Myth: Studio 5

posted by admin in Self-care, TV Segments on December 17, 2010

Find Time For Yourself – Overcoming the Selfish Myth The Oxygen Mask Several years ago, while traveling on an airplane from UT to CA with my 6 month old son in tow, the safety instructions given by the flight attendant struck me quite differently. “Should the cabin pressure change an oxygen mask will be made more »

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Riverton Preventing Emotional Burnout Handouts

posted by admin in Family, Relationships, Self-care on October 12, 2010

Thanks to all who came to the Relief Society Meeting workshop tonight in Riverton! Download Tonight’s Handouts Here Listen to songs Find out more about my music Watch “Make Enough Of Me” Music Video Watch KSL TV’s Studio 5 Advice Videos Find out more about Wasatch Family Therapy

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“Exercise for Mental Health” on You and Yours Show (002)

posted by admin in Podcast, Self-care, You and Yours Show on

In podcast episode 002 “Lose Your Excuses! Exercise For Your Mental Health” on “The You And Yours Show” self & relationship expert Julie Hanks, LCSW gives you practical solutions to common exercise excuses. Julie shows you how to prioritize exercise so you can experience not only the physical benefits, but the mental and emotional benefits more »

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Self-care isn’t selfish: You and Yours Show

posted by admin in Advice, Relationships, Self-care, You and Yours Show on September 21, 2010

I’m thrilled to launch my new You and Yours” show on The Women’s Information Network, an international website designed to strengthen women and families worldwide! “In episode 001 “Why Self-care Isn’t Selfish” you’ll get to know self & relationship expert Julie Hanks, LCSW personally and professionally as she shares the questions inspired this show: Is more »

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Watch for my new show on The WIN

posted by admin in Advice, News, Self-care on August 30, 2010

Thanks to all who “voted” to name my new podcast show launching in September. The final show title is… The Self and Family Show The ability to reach an international audience with my message of helping women stay strong and take good care of themselves while caring for their families is thrilling! This week I’ll more »

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Boost Your Emotional Energy: Studio 5

posted by Julie Hanks LCSW in Advice, Communication, Relationships, Self-care, TV Segments on June 2, 2010

Boost Your Emotional Energy   Do you wish that you had more energy? I do. I often look at my three year old who jumps out of bed with boundless energy, excited to face the adventure of the day, with envy. Unlike my three-year-old daughter, who has relatively few worries and concerns, I have many more »

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Emotional Spring Cleaning: Studio 5

posted by Julie Hanks LCSW in Advice, Relationships, Self-care, TV Segments on May 1, 2010

Emotional Spring Cleaning The light of springtime often inspires the cleaning out of clutter in your home and yard, and exposes the cobwebs and dust bunnies that have been collecting during the winter months. It’s also a good time to consider cleaning out your emotional space: your thoughts and feelings. Just as it feels good more »

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Find the voice to say “No”: Studio 5

posted by Julie Hanks LCSW in Advice, Relationships, Self-care, TV Segments on February 23, 2010

I recently surveyed more than 600 Utah women and found that 60 percent say they take on more commitments than they can handle, and 68 percent reported they don’t say “no” when asked to do something they don’t want to do. There are so many demands on your time and energy that saying “no” is more »

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Handouts: BYU Preventing Burnout Workshop

posted by admin in Self-care on February 20, 2010

Thank You What a treat to speak and sing for you this morning! Handouts CLICK HERE  for tonight’s workshop handout packet! You will be asked to input your email address & name to access the handouts.  For more tips on saying “no” tune in next Tuesday to KSL TV’s Studio 5 from 11-noon for my segment called “Find the more »

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Handouts: American Fork Burnout Presentation

posted by admin in Counseling, Self-care on January 15, 2010

Thank you women of Manila, UT Stake for a wonderful evening tonight! I left feeling inspired by your comments, your willingness to share your stories, and by your spirit. Handouts Here are the handouts from tonight’s presentation Click here to download Burnout Handouts Upcoming Events A few of you asked if I am doing the same presentation more »

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Eat Pray Love…At Home

posted by admin in Advice, Self-care, TV Segments on January 3, 2010

(I’m reposting this one because I FINALLY go the video clip added) Studio 5 Contributor and Self & Family Expert Julie Hanks, LCSW shares ways to continue your personal growth and rediscover your passion without leaving your life to travel the world. _____________________________________________________________________________________ Eat, Pray, Love…at Home Taking a year out of your life and more »

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Alone time? What’s that?

posted by admin in Counseling, Family, Marriage, Self-care on December 16, 2009

I slept in this morning without interruption. I got ready for the day without interruption. These are rare occurances since becoming a mother 19 years ago. I’m not sure who thought that Dec. would be a great time to have a conference. That person must not be a mother. Can you think of any time more »

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Preventing Burnout Workshop

posted by admin in Counseling, Self-care on December 4, 2009

Thanks to the wonderful women of Sandy Cresent Wards who attended the Wednesday’s ”Preventing Emotional Burnout” workshop. It’s the perfect time of year to remember to be kinder to yourself, remember that every family is “messed up”, and what God wants is “a perfect heart”.  You gals made me giggle more than any other group with your more »

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