Therapy for Caregivers: Support for the Ones Who Hold It All Together

Therapy for Caregivers That Helps You Recharge Without Guilt

As a caregiver, it’s all too easy to get caught in the cycle of caring for everyone else and putting yourself last. Whether you’re an eldest daughter, a parent, a helping professional — or just the one everyone turns to — it can feel like you’re expected to always have it together. But running on empty isn’t sustainable. You deserve time to rest, reconnect, and recharge.

Taking care of yourself isn’t selfish. It’s survival. It’s how you stay grounded, clear-headed, and emotionally present.

Here are some self-care practices our therapists use — not the “just drink water” kind, but the kind that actually helps:

Jasmine, our therapist for first-gen and ambitious professionals, takes care of herself by doing yoga, going for walks in the park, and getting monthly massages. Movement and quiet time help her reset her nervous system and reconnect with her body.

These simple activities can be just the thing to healthily distract you from everyday stressors and refill your cup.

Sometimes we forget how important it is to have fun and be in community. Whether it's a spontaneous adventure or just a fun hobby, making time for things you love can help ease the stress of day to day. 

Carla, who works with caregivers and people navigating chronic stress, finds peace in nature and with loved ones. Regular exercise and daily walks help her stay regulated — physically and emotionally.

Self-care doesn’t have to be extravagant or expensive. It can be simple, joyful, and doable in the middle of a busy life: a slow walk, a solo coffee break, a group chat that makes you laugh.

If no one has told you lately:You’re allowed to rest. You’re allowed to receive. You’re allowed to need care too.

At Honest Hour, we offer culturally grounded, trauma-informed virtual therapy for the ones who hold it all — caregivers, first-gen adults, eldest daughters, and helping professionals.

We’re in-network with UMR, Aetna, and United, and serve clients in New York and New Jersey via telehealth.

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