Reading Time: 5 minutes If you’re in a helping profession, like therapy or counseling, you know how important self-care is to prevent burnout and compassion fatigue. And if you haven’t already, you might want to consider adding a listening partner to your self-care toolbox. In this article, Rebekka Lehmann guides you through what a listening partnership is, how it works, and why it can be so beneficial for mental health professionals.