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Join ArPA today: https://arpapsych.org/join-arpa/
Lunch & Learn Free for Members:https://arpapsych.org/arpa-events/lunch-and-learn-series/

Founded in 1949, ArPA is a non-for-profit, professional, statewide organization whose purpose is to advance psychology as a science, a profession, and a means of promoting human welfare in a challenging and changing world. Our members represent the most well trained, highly credentialed, and clinically experienced mental health care professionals in Arkansas. Across our state, our members are actively involved in providing psychological services in private practices, hospitals, and community mental health centers. Others teach in undergraduate and graduate academic programs, conduct cutting-edge research, serve in administrative positions for human service programs, and dedicate countless hours as committee members and chairs of various boards on the state, national, and international level.

11/20/2025

🙏 Thank You for Yesterday's Powerful Conversation

What an important and meaningful peer consultation session we had yesterday! Thank you to Dr. Margaret Rutherford for moderating such a thoughtful discussion on loneliness, overwhelm, and burnout—and thank YOU to everyone who joined us and shared so openly.

The honesty, vulnerability, and practical wisdom in the room reminded us why peer consultation matters so much. When we create space to address our own wellness, we not only support ourselves but also strengthen our ability to serve our clients and our profession.

Here's what we heard from participants:
"This was exactly what I needed"
"I feel less alone in these struggles"
"Practical strategies I can use immediately"
"The peer support was invaluable"

REMEMBER: Sessions like this are part of your membership benefits. Our Peer Consultation Series exists to support you—to create dedicated time for professional networking, shared learning, and honest dialogue about the real challenges we face.
Watch for our next Peer Consultation announcement! We're committed to continuing these important conversations.

If you missed yesterday's session or haven't participated yet, we encourage you to join us next time. Your wellness matters. Your voice matters. This community is here for you.

Not yet a member? Our Peer Consultation Series is just one of many member benefits. Learn more about joining our community: https://arpapsych.org/join-arpa/

Thank you again for making yesterday's session so meaningful. Together, we're building a stronger, more supportive professional community.

11/19/2025

TODAY at NOON (CST)
Peer Consultation: Loneliness, Overwhelm & Burnout
Dr. Margaret Rutherford is ready. Your fellow members are registered. The Zoom room opens in just a few hours.

Are you joining us?

Final hours to register for this important conversation about therapist wellness.

TODAY'S SESSION:
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM CST
Virtual via Zoom
No fee for members
Dynamic, solutions-focused peer consultation

This is your opportunity to:
✓ Connect with colleagues who understand
✓ Address the emotional demands we all face
✓ Engage in honest dialogue about loneliness, overwhelm, and burnout
✓ Leave with practical strategies

Members can register until the session begins → https://arpapsych.org/arpa-events/lunch-and-learn-series/

See you at noon!

11/18/2025

𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗽𝗶𝘀𝘁𝘀: 𝗬𝗼𝘂'𝗿𝗲 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝗮𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗳𝗲𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗲.
Join Dr. Margaret Rutherford for a peer conversation about loneliness, overwhelm & burnout—the battles we face behind closed doors.

📅 Nov 19 | 12pm CST
📞 For therapists, by therapists

This isn't a lecture. It's real talk with people who get it.
Register now 👉 https://arpapsych.org/arpa-events/lunch-and-learn-series/

11/17/2025

Final 48 Hours: Register for Peer Consultation on Therapist Wellness

Wednesday, November 19, 2025 | 12:00-1:00 PM CST

Our November Peer Consultation Series addresses loneliness, overwhelm, and burnout—occupational hazards that affect mental health professionals across practice settings but are often under-addressed in professional development.

Session Details:
Title: "Loneliness, Overwhelm and Burnout: Three Emotional Inner Battles Therapists Need to Win"
Moderator: Dr. Margaret Rutherford
Format: Virtual peer consultation (no CE credits)
Cost: No fee for members

Why Attend:
Evidence-based strategies for managing occupational stressors
Peer consultation with colleagues facing similar challenges
Professional networking and community building
Proactive approach to sustainable practice

Members can register until the session begins. Secure your spot: https://arpapsych.org/arpa-events/lunch-and-learn-series/

Investing in your wellness isn't selfish—it's essential for providing quality care and maintaining long-term practice sustainability.

11/12/2025

Join us next Wednesday, November 19th at noon for our Peer Consultation Series.

Topic: "Loneliness, Overwhelm and Burnout: Three Emotional Inner Battles Therapists Need to Win"

Here's the truth: Many of us are so focused on supporting our clients that we neglect our own emotional wellness. Professional isolation, overwhelming caseloads, and creeping burnout become "just part of the job."

But it doesn't have to be that way.

Next Wednesday's peer consultation offers:
✓ Honest conversation with colleagues who understand
✓ Solutions-focused strategies you can implement immediately
✓ Professional networking and genuine connection
✓ Dedicated time for your wellness

When: Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at 12:00 PM CST
Where: Virtual via Zoom
Cost: No fee for members
Moderator: Dr. Margaret Rutherford

This is peer consultation, not a lecture. Come ready to engage, share (if comfortable), and leave with practical insights.

One week to register → https://arpapsych.org/arpa-events/lunch-and-learn-series/

Your wellness matters. We hope you'll join us.

11/08/2025

👋 Meet Your Moderator: Dr. Margaret Rutherford
In less than two weeks, Dr. Rutherford will guide us through an essential conversation about loneliness, overwhelm, and burnout in mental health practice.

Why Dr. Rutherford?
Dr. Margaret Rutherford is a clinical psychologist who has practiced for over twenty-five years in Fayetteville, Arkansas.

🎙️ Host: The SelfWork Podcast (Top 50 US mental health podcasts)
📚 Author: Perfectly Hidden Depression (Parade's Top 10 Books on Depression, 2021)
✨ Known for: Challenging the profession's overreliance on symptom checklists

Her passion within the last decade has been to bring compassionate and common-sense advice to her audiences. Dr. Rutherford's work also focuses a much-needed light on the dangerous link between destructive perfectionism, depression and suicidal thought—issues that affect both our clients and mental health professionals themselves.

Her passion: helping therapists address the hidden struggles we often ignore in ourselves.
Join us November 19th at noon for peer consultation that matters.

Register → https://arpapsych.org/arpa-events/lunch-and-learn-series/

11/06/2025

"Building a secure attachment is one of the most important gifts a caregiver can give a child." This connection is built through responsiveness, warmth, and consistency. Simple actions like validating their feelings and setting gentle limits help children feel secure, promoting long-term benefits like better emotion regulation and resilience.

💬 Find out more about the path forward by watching our video on psychological services.
🎞️ Subscribe to our channel to learn more at arpapsych.org.

11/05/2025

🗓️ Mark Your Calendar: November Peer Consultation
Join us Wednesday, November 19th at noon for an essential conversation about therapist wellness.

"Loneliness, Overwhelm and Burnout: Three Emotional Inner Battles Therapists Need to Win"

Let's be honest: as therapists, we're skilled at helping others navigate emotional challenges. But how well are we addressing our own struggles with loneliness, overwhelm, and burnout?

This peer consultation session, moderated by Dr. Margaret Rutherford, creates a supportive space to explore these critical issues with fellow mental health professionals who truly understand.

Session Details:
📅 Wednesday, November 19, 2025
🕐 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM CST
💻 Virtual via Zoom
🆓 No fee for members

About Dr. Rutherford:
Clinical psychologist with 25+ years practice | Host of The SelfWork Podcast (Top 50 US mental health podcasts) | Author of Perfectly Hidden Depression

This isn't a lecture—it's a conversation for therapists, by therapists, about the real challenges we face.

Register now → https://arpapsych.org/arpa-events/lunch-and-learn-series/

11/04/2025

Fact: Building a secure attachment is one of the most important gifts a caregiver can give a child. This bond is formed by being responsive, warm, and consistent, creating a foundation of safety and trust. Simple actions like taking delight in your child and validating their feelings help them feel valued and secure.

💬 Discover more about the path forward for psychological services in our video.
🎞️ Subscribe to our channel and learn more at arpapsych.org.

11/02/2025

How does stress impact a pregnant person's health? Pregnancy is an extreme physiological challenge that is magnified by stress. This can activate underlying predispositions to inflammation and disease, helping explain new-onset conditions like gestational diabetes. The combination of stress from ACEs and environmental factors can even lead to epigenetic changes.

💬 Learn about the collaborative efforts to make a difference by watching the full session.
🎞️ Follow us and visit arpapsych.org to learn how you can support our mission.

11/01/2025

Finding the right support is crucial for new mothers, and national networks can fill local gaps.

Postpartum Support International (PSI) is a fantastic resource offering free online support groups for parents across the country. They provide general groups for postpartum moms as well as specialized ones, such as for mothers who have had a NICU experience. These accessible resources ensure that no parent has to feel alone.

💬 See the full story on creating positive change in our community.

🎞️ Follow our channel for updates and learn more at arpapsych.org.

10/31/2025

Stress is a key factor in long-term health, especially during pregnancy. The physiological challenge of pregnancy, combined with stress, can activate predispositions to inflammation and disease. This can even lead to epigenetic changes that alter physiological function for generations, showing how social and biological stressors are deeply connected.

💬 Watch the full session to learn about collaborative efforts making a difference.
🎞️ Follow us and support our mission by visiting arpapsych.org.

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