Regardless of what a client is presenting with or what their diagnosis is, I like to examine my clients’ wellness or self-care routine. Self-care is the practice of taking care of the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual aspects of your life to promote health and wellness. Typically, I am checking in on how their quality of sleep is, how active they are, what their diet is like, and what other things they are doing for themselves. These areas are referred to as “Pillars of Wellness.” These aspects are so important to our overall physical and mental health. It is important to prioritize these “pillars” to create a strong foundation to feel our best and combat stress. Below are some examples of self-care practices that you could start or add to what you are already doing.  It’s never too late to start!