Our services include the following:

Counseling one-on-one for professionals

• who feel a sense of lack of fulfillment with their professional or personal lives

• who feel unbalanced

• who have lost the joy of practice of their profession

• who feel burned out

• who are fearful of what might be around the corner

• who do not know what to do or where to go

• who are considering changing professions

• who are in trouble in their profession

• who have issues with disruptive behavior in their hospital, organization or professional group

• who are considering a sabbatical.

Lectures and presentations on wellness, burnout, and physician support, disruptive behavior, and related topics to medical staff groups, residency programs, and others interested in this topic.

Consultations with health care organizations who are interested in developing systems that actively support their professional staff in doing the best they can do.

This work is very individualized and Dr. Vickman brings in a number of approaches to help you find the answers for you. It is our experience that most of us already know the answers to the important questions we ask in life.  It is our job to help you refine the questions and then to support your courage in answering them yourself. Dr. Vickman will assist you in personal healing.  He will function as your guide and mentor, and the ultimate healing will be, as it always is, up to you.  Readings may be recommended.  When issues arise that he cannot manage with expertise and excellence, Dr. Vickman has developed a network of other professionals who have expertise in dealing with specific issues:

• true psychiatric issues needing medication or other treatment

• marriage or couples counseling

• substance use/abuse and/or withdrawal

• specific issues needing medical evaluation

• organizational or other needs that he cannot meet

The areas Dr. Vickman focuses upon in his work with professionals include the following

• Life balance

• Professional issues

• Relationship issues-with self, friends, partners, other professionals, with spouse/significant other; children, family

• Spiritual issues

• Hobbies, fun, and relaxation.  Effectiveness of vacations

• Personal health and exercise

• Financial issues and spending

• Community involvement and volunteerism

• Personal quiet and reflection time

• The need for breaks (or sabbatical)-refreshment & reflection

• Next step issues.

This work is best done face to face.  It can also be done by telephone and appointments can be arranged by telephone on a regular basis.  Contact Dr. Vickman via this web site or telephone at +1-813-805-9060.  Fees are per hour and will be discussed in advance of any work.

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