The Inspiration Driving Rethink Today
- Christy Livingston

- Apr 7
- 2 min read
"But, at the same time, a phase of life is past. This makes one melancholy, thinking some things will never come back. And it is no silly sentimentalism to feel a certain regret. Well, many things really begin at the age of thirty, and certainly all is not over then. But one doesn’t expect out of life what one has already learned that it cannot give, but rather one begins to see more and more clearly that life is only a kind of sowing time, and the harvest is not yet here."
— Vincent van Gogh, Letter to Theo van Gogh, 1883
A well-established reputation. A full caseload. A steady stream of referrals. A sense of confidence in your expertise. For many therapists and counselors, these are the milestones that define success. They signal the transition from student to seasoned professional. But with that transition comes a shift—a realization that learning has given way to mastery, and now, new questions emerge.
Where do I go from here? What’s next?
These moments—standing at the intersection of what is and what could be—are often met with both excitement and uncertainty. We enter the field with a vision: to help, to heal, to make an impact. Along the way, we learn that success isn’t solely defined by effort. More effort doesn’t necessarily mean more progress. And too much effort? That can lead to burnout.
At Rethink Today, we believe every new day is a fresh start—an opportunity to shift perspectives, rethink old patterns, and take intentional steps toward a thriving career. Feeling stuck or uninspired isn’t a sign to push harder. It’s an invitation to step back, reassess, and plant the right seeds for sustainable growth.
A Framework for Growth
Therapists aren’t bound by the limits of their graduate training. We have the power to evolve, refine our expertise, and shape careers that align with both professional fulfillment and financial sustainability. But getting there requires clarity—understanding where you are in your clinical journey and what steps will move you forward.
Rethink Today offers education and consultation tailored to three key stages of professional growth:
The Beginning – Navigating the early years, finding your footing, and building confidence.
The Middle – Identifying your niche, refining your practice, and establishing balance.
The Expansion – Scaling your impact, whether through group practice, specialization, or thought leadership.
Through on-demand courses, live trainings, and specialized consultation, we bridge the gap between where you are and where you want to be. For those working in child and family therapy, we offer targeted coursework that’s often hard to find outside of annual conferences. Flexible learning options ensure that education fits into your schedule—not the other way around.
Planting Seeds for the Future
Every therapist invests deeply in their clients' well-being. But what if we applied that same care and intentionality to our own professional growth?
Rethink Today challenges the routine—shifting the focus from simply getting through the day to actively designing a career that is both fulfilling and financially viable. Small, intentional changes lead to lasting transformation. The seeds we plant today determine the harvest we reap tomorrow.
Let’s rethink what’s possible—starting today.

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