Greetings Ego State Therapy colleagues and friends,
I hope this message finds you well and that you are enjoying the warmth and reflection this holiday season brings.
I continue to be impressed by the incredible energy and dedication of our EST community. Watching therapists, both new and experienced, embrace the principles of Ego State Therapy is deeply inspiring. The legacy of Watkins’s work lives on vibrantly through all of you, and it is a joy to witness the ongoing growth and exploration of this approach we hold so dear.
In our practices and in life, we face divided perspectives and heightened tensions. Ego State Therapy offers a remarkable framework for navigating these challenges. By acknowledging the multiplicity within ourselves and others, we can foster dialogue that is compassionate, respectful, and constructive. Helping clients and ourselves communicate from a place of awareness and empathy creates opportunities for healing, connection, and transformation.
I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to everyone who contributed to this issue. Your submissions bring the community together, sharing insights, experiences, and inspiration from around the globe. If you couldn’t contribute this year, consider making it a goal for next year. Our EST community continues to grow, and our readers truly value hearing about what’s happening where you are.
Submissions for the next newsletter should be sent to me at wendylemkelp@gmail.com and/or my assistant at vicki@wendylemke-psy.com by 15 October 2026. If you are interested in contributing to the Clinical Corner or reviewing a book, please reach out in advance so we can plan accordingly.
With gratitude and warm wishes for a peaceful, reflective, and joyful season.
Wendy Lemke
