A lot of us reach a point in our careers when the need for change becomes undeniable. Caroline Burrows is someone who has gracefully navigated such a transition. I recently had the pleasure of chatting with her, as she shared how she transformed her passion for trauma therapy into a thriving practice, while also imparting her expertise through EMDR workshops.
Caroline's journey is super relatable. Imagine having a long-standing career only to realise that maybe, just maybe, you want to steer it in a new direction. Specialising in mental health and social work for over 20 years, Caroline found EMDR therapy incredibly effective for her clients dealing with trauma. But she also noticed something else: delivering therapy services was taking a pretty huge toll on her. Opting for a change, she shifted gears, moving from one-on-one client sessions to empowering other therapists through training.
Caroline opens up about wrestling with the idea that stepping away from direct therapy work might undermine her credibility. Feeling like a “sellout” lingered until she realised the massive positive impact she could make by training others. Now, she’s proud of how her work influences the broader field, as every therapist she trains goes on to do amazing things with their clients.
We chat about Caroline’s candid approach to her neurodivergence (ADHD) and how she chooses to share this aspect of herself openly, making her training sessions all the more inclusive and genuine. She shares her perspective on the power of mentorship and community, where the guidance of business mentors has been crucial to her own growth and expansion.
Each conversation I have in this space leaves me with something profound, and chatting with Caroline was no exception. Her journey of transformation, authenticity and resilience inspires and empowers those who dare to think differently and pursue their own paths in mental health—and beyond.
LINKS
Connect with Caroline:
Websites: https://www.carolineburrows.com.au/
Instagram:@carolineburrows.emdr
LinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/in/caroline-burrows
Connect with Erin:
Website: https://doctorerin.com.au/
Instagram: @doctorerinbowe
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