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Misty Major, founder of Journey Within LLC, is a dedicated mental health professional with a rich background in clinical leadership, including her role as the former Clinical Director at Live Oak. Originally from Inglewood, California, Misty earned her graduate degree in Marriage and Family Therapy in Chicago and now practices in Fort Worth, Texas, supporting individuals, families, and couples on their paths to self-discovery and healing. Her therapeutic approach, rooted in flexibility, flow, and a love ethic, emphasizes embracing all aspects of oneself.

In this episode, Misty discusses the evolving nature of therapy, including challenges faced by therapists such as perfectionism, ADHD, and Medicaid billing. She highlights the importance of self-awareness, self-compassion, and Internal Family Systems (IFS) as a tool for understanding one’s internal parts, emphasizing patience and care as essential to personal and professional growth.

For more about Misty and her practice, visit Journey Within LLC.

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Co-Hosted by Corina Teofilo Mattson and Mariana Reyes Daza. Show art by Jae Avilez. Music by Brandon Acosta.

If you're interested in therapy services, either in person or via telehealth, and reside in Illinois, visit Live Oak • Therapy in Chicago to learn more.