Practitioners in relational work often want to share pieces of themselves with clients, but there's an art to knowing what to disclose and when. Sometimes self-disclosure builds trust and connection; sometimes it pulls focus away from the client and asks them to hold space for us instead. Explore the question that should guide every moment of self-disclosure: who is it for? Learn how to bring your whole self into sessions while keeping the container focused on your client's healing.

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Keeley Shoup (she/they) and Michelle Renee (she/her) are the co-owners of Cuddlist and have both practiced as Cuddle Therapists since 2015. Keeley serves as CEO and Director of Training, while Michelle serves as COO and Director of Membership. Together, they bring over a decade of hands-on practice and leadership in the field to every conversation they host.