Judy Hu, is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) turned Boundary Coach. She provides short term, intensive boundary healing and boundary coaching for adults, couples, and groups. Her clinical experience includes two decades of serving as a therapist for adults, children, couples and families; as a supervisor for clinical interns; and as a clinical director at a renowned outpatient clinic. Without being aware of it, Judy’s life was shaped by trying to fit into boxed laid out in front of her–by her immigrant family, by her peers, and by a society based on capitalism, patriarchy, and supremacy thinking. None of those boxes or expectations fit. Trying to mask feelings of being an imposter, she landed at an all time low and finally chose her Self.

In this episode, Judy shares her story of therapist burnout and how she transitioned to becoming a boundary coach. She also discusses the importance of boundary coaching for therapists and clients alike, and offers tips for preventing and healing from burnout.

**Key takeaways:**

* Set boundaries with your clients, your work, and your personal life.

* Take care of yourself physically and emotionally.

* Find a supportive community of other therapists or healers.

* Seek professional help if needed.

**Boundary coaching and it’s application to helpers:**

Boundary coaching can help therapists to:

* Set and enforce boundaries with clients, paperwork, and other demands on their time and energy.

* Identify and challenge their own limiting beliefs about boundaries.

* Develop a self-care routine that is sustainable and effective.

* Create a work-life balance that is healthy and fulfilling.

**Boundary coaching for clients:**

Boundary coaching can help clients to:

Identify and understand their own boundaries.

• Set and enforce boundaries with others, including family, friends, and coworkers.
• *Communicate their needs and expectations clearly.
• Say no without guilt or shame.
• Protect themselves from emotional and physical harm.

More from Judy: https://judyhucounseling.com/

More from Jen: www.drjenblanchette.com

My freebie: Before you Quit: A guide for therapists