Dr. Beth Grosshans

The day usually begins quietly, long before the world wakes up. Early mornings are prime time for reflection, planning, or capturing story ideas. A warm cup of coffee or tea can be the perfect companion while reviewing notes from yesterday’s therapy sessions or brainstorming a new chapter. Many professionals in this dual career find that a short walk or a journaling session before starting helps clear their minds. Quiet moments like these allow mental space to switch between analytical thinking for therapy and imaginative thinking for writing. Starting calmly helps maintain balance and prevents the day from feeling overwhelming. Juggling creativity and clinical work Balancing a writing career with child psychology requires constant mental flexibility. One moment may be spent crafting dialogue or refining a plot, and the next may involve reviewing session notes or preparing for a therapy appointment. This switching of roles can be challenging, but it also keeps both work areas vibrant....