Reviewed by Maria Rheba Estante, LMFT, LPCC — practice manager specializing in OCD, PTSD, trauma, and neurodivergent care.
The following article was originally published in Authority Magazine:
Setting healthier boundaries for people-pleasers often requires a period of overcorrection. A simple rule of thumb is to pause before saying yes to requests outside of your immediate responsibilities. Another good way to set boundaries is to allow yourself only one or two days for spontaneity. Outside of those days, stick to your goals and priorities, even if it means tolerating the feeling of being selfish. Encourage others to find solutions themselves, as this helps them become more independent.
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Reviewed by Maria Rheba Estante, LMFT, LPCC.
Maria is the practice manager of Exposure Therapy Designs and holds a master’s degree in psychology from Golden Gate University. She is an EMDRIA Certified EMDR Therapist and Consultant in Training, with advanced training in brainspotting, ERP, CBT, and trauma treatment.
Her clinical work focuses on OCD, PTSD, anxiety, neurodivergence, body-focused repetitive behaviors, and support for gifted learners.
Her clinical work focuses on OCD, PTSD, anxiety, neurodivergence, body-focused repetitive behaviors, and support for gifted learners.