Approachable Healer: Belly Monster retreat and book

06/12/2026

Sometimes the mirror we need comes from other people. I had several conversations this week that showed me how I’d impacted others — small moments that rekindled my confidence. If you need a gentle reminder that your presence matters, this short read might resonate: https://wix.to/0fN5PfS

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Sometimes it takes the reflections of others for us to truly see ourselves.This week, I had several conversations with friends, family members, and even beloved former clients. Some were brief exchanges, while others were deeper conversations. Each one offered a reflection of how I had impacted them...

06/07/2026

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Attention Somatic Therapy students! Are you looking for consultation or personal session hours? I have openings available on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays to support your journey. Reach out directly or book online to receive your Zoom link automatically. Let's find a time that works for you! 🌟✨ https://wix.to/yb9TT1c

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06/06/2026

I’m mad at my field — and I know I’m not alone. In my latest rant I call out the systems that burn out clinicians and propose we band together to demand better: humane workplaces, ethical practice ownership, and sustainable care. Read the full piece and join the conversation: https://wix.to/EdQMtwQ

My weekend rant—apologies if I offended anyone, but I'm not really sorry.The State of the FieldI’m so mad at my field. Furious, honestly. Business and therapy feel like oil and water—completely separate worlds that somehow get forced to mix. Everywhere I turn, I hear horror stories: abusive pr...

05/28/2026

I refuse to pretend “everything’s fine.” In my latest post I explore staying present with hard news, tending to family wounds, and holding grief without numbing out. It’s short, honest, and meant for anyone who’s trying to stay compassionate without getting overwhelmed. Read more: https://wix.to/9n7ohSL

Healing in families, holding the news, and staying present without numbingJenny KorotkoMay 28, 2026Today I was struck by a mix of sadness and gratefulness. I noticed how much I value my morning routine—and how privileged I am to have one. I also kept noticing the quick tears that rose while listen...

05/19/2026

SE (Somatic Experiencing Trauma Therapy) Students — Summer Case Consultation Special ☀️

For the summer months, I’m offering discounted case consultation sessions for SE students looking for support, reflection, guidance, and a grounded space to explore their work.

Whether you’re processing a challenging case, wanting to deepen your SE lens, or simply seeking collaborative support — I’d love to connect.

✨ Limited summer discounted spots available
📅 Book here: https://wix.to/Rk4N8Gp?utm_source=chatgpt.com Schedule your consultation

— Jenny Korotko, ATR, LCPC, SEP

Office: Virtual or public meetup like a forest preserve, or office in Jefferson Park, IL. Inquire when you talk with Jenny. 

05/18/2026

New on the blog: Why are we still normalizing working for free in the helping professions? Jenifer Korotko examines how compassion-driven work can get exploited, why lived experience doesn’t equal unpaid labor, and practical steps helpers can take to protect their time and boundaries. Read more: https://wix.to/NnMWwBB

Why Are We Still Normalizing Working for Free in the Helping Professions?I am in the helping field. I love it… and I absolutely hate parts of it all at the same time.This field is filled with people whose hearts are often larger than the systems holding them. People who quietly carry their own his...

05/15/2026

Being a healer doesn't mean having arrived — it means walking the path alongside others. In my latest post, I share what it’s like to struggle and heal while supporting clients, and why vulnerability is part of the work. Read: https://wix.to/PyKasgm

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One of the strangest things about being a therapist, trauma healer, or someone people place in the “helper” category is how quickly others assume you must be healed.As if the certifications, trainings, books, and years of sitting with people somehow exempt you from being human.I think many heale...

05/12/2026

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In private therapy practice, supervision is often described as a cornerstone of ethical and professional development. In theory, it is where clinicians refine their clinical thinking, process complex cases, explore countertransference, and strengthen ethical decision-making. In practice, however, no...

05/08/2026

I believed the “we’re like family here” line — until it wasn’t. In my new post I pull back the curtain on a therapy practice that prioritized compliance over care, how it affected me, and why I built a better way forward for clinicians and clients alike. Read the full story and join the conversation: https://wix.to/rlWDDfN

What’s one workplace phrase that felt supportive but masked control? Share below.

I used to believe the phrase “we’re like family here.”A lot of therapists do.We enter this field because we care deeply about people. We want to help. We want to heal. So when a practice markets itself as warm, collaborative, mission-driven, and “family-oriented,” it can feel like exactly ...

05/08/2026

Hey all — I’ve been quietly working on something that means a lot to me.
After years of working in — and witnessing — toxic dynamics within private practice settings, I decided to create a self-paced program for therapists who are ready to better understand the business side of our field, recognize exploitative workplace patterns, and learn how to move toward ethical, sustainable independence.
This program is for fully licensed and pre-licensed clinicians who are tired of:
• unclear pay structures
• unpaid labor being normalized
• burnout being treated as a personal failing
• feeling emotionally manipulated in “family-style” workplaces
• and questioning their own worth in environments that profit from their exhaustion
I’m almost done creating it, and I wanted to share a blog post that explains why I built it and the experiences that led me here.
If you’ve ever felt trapped, dysregulated, or unseen in this field — this is for you.https://www.approachablehealer.com/post/the-therapy-practice-that-broke-me-and-why-i-built-a-way-out