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If your practice includes routinely working with clients who are suicidal, we recommend that you participate in an ongoing peer consultation or peer supervision group. Peer consultation serves two important purposes. Professionally speaking, you need someone to review your assessment and treatment protocols as well as your documentation. If there are gaps in your documentation or questionable professional choices, your colleagues can help you prepare to account for these and orient you toward better practices in the future. Modifying clinical records is illegal, but understanding potential problems can help you focus on how to deal with legal inquiries.

Peer consultation groups also provide professional connection for solace and understanding from friends and colleagues. Emotional support from colleagues who face similar challenges can be especially meaningful. Wellness Practice 2.1 includes a mood management strategy that you can use yourself or with your colleagues.