As clients can present with complex trauma and concerns, this can create a heavy burden oncounselors mentally and physically. Self care is important to remain present with clients and to workeffectively. During moments of high stress, one may lose the ability to focus, problem solve, and workcompassionately with clients. Negative emotions such as frustration, irritability, or being defensive canpresent themselves in working with clients if self care is not regularly implemented. This could lead toethical concerns as the clients wellbeing and safety are the utmost importance and priority in workingwith them (American Counseling Association, [ACA] 2014]