In this episode of Finding Your Balance, Tiffani Fritzsche and Kirk Fasshauer pull back the curtain on the journey to becoming a therapist. From choosing a degree path and gaining hands-on experience to navigating internships, supervision, licensure, and lifelong learning, they share their personal stories and professional insights about building a career in mental health.

Whether you're a student exploring career options, considering a change in profession, or simply curious about what it takes to become a counselor, social worker, or therapist, this episode offers encouragement, practical guidance, and a behind-the-scenes look at the people who dedicate their lives to helping others find balance.

In this episode of Finding Your Balance, Tiffani Fritzsche and Kirk Fasshauer continue the conversation about getting started with therapy by exploring what happens after the first sessions. From finding the right therapist and building trust to understanding why therapy can feel uncomfortable before it feels healing, this episode offers a realistic and encouraging look at the therapeutic process.

Together, they discuss how therapy helps build resilience, strengthen coping skills, and create lasting emotional growth through honesty, self-awareness, and practice. Whether you’re beginning therapy for the first time or returning during a new season of life, this episode reminds listeners that healing is a journey—not a quick fix—and that growth often happens one small step at a time.

In this episode of Finding Your Balance, Tiffani Fritzsche and Kirk Fasshauer explore what therapy really is—and what it isn’t. From understanding the first appointment and finding the right therapist to breaking down common myths and fears, this conversation offers a compassionate look at the therapy process.

Together, they discuss how therapy creates a safe, judgment-free space for healing, growth, and self-discovery, and share practical tips for getting started, preparing for sessions, and making the most of the experience. Whether you’re considering therapy for the first time or supporting someone else on their journey, this episode provides encouragement, insight, and reassurance that you don’t have to navigate life’s challenges alone.