2018 Checklist for Clinicians
KRISTIE OVERSTREET PH.D., LPCC, LMHC, LPC, CST
You have chosen a career path that will change your life. Being a clinician can take its emotional toll but can also be the most rewarding job in the world. There are no words to describe the feeling when you see a client experience personal growth. From thousands of hours of sessions to a mountain of paperwork, you have achieved a lot over the past twelve months.
You have made it to the end of the year. Looking back, you realize just how hard you have worked. You have improved your clinical skills, grown as a professional, and are ready to enjoy the holiday season. Now it’s time to reflect on this past year and prepare for the coming year. Here is your complete clinician’s checklist.
___ Attended a workshop of interest
___ Learned one new clinical skill
___ Practiced weekly self-care
___ Felt proud of an accomplishment
___ Sought supervision or guidance from a mentor
___ Learned new technology
___ Created or adopted a new system to improve time management
___ Improved my relationships
___ Read a book
___ Took a vacation or scheduled time off of work
___ Experienced personal growth
___ Volunteered
___ Increased my physical activity or regular workout schedule
___ Gained awareness into a new clinical theory or process
___ Improved my relationships with others
___ Completed routine medical/dental/vision appointments
___ Assessed own need for therapy
___ Felt more confident
___ Created or launched a new service
___ Added a new license or certification
___ Taught a workshop or led a training
___ Began a new hobby or interest
___ Improved my understanding of finances
___ Reviewed my 2017 goals
___ Created my 2019 goals
___ Other:
There are many things that you have accomplished through this year so be sure you give yourself credit for them. You will continue to grow as you reflect on your growth and plan for the new year. Take a breath, pat yourself on the back, and enjoy some much deserved time off during the holidays.
