Women’s History Month: Famous Women in the Mental Health World
Written by Kelsey Someliana-Lauer, Therapy Practice Solutions Virtual Assistant Women's History Month was founded in 1987 after the National Women's History Project petitioned for its establishment. The month-long celebration aims to recognize and honor the contributions and achievements of women throughout history. Its roots trace back to International Women's Day, which has been observed since the early 1900s. Women's History Month seeks to raise awareness about the often overlooked roles women have played in shaping societies worldwide. Through education and reflection, it fosters a deeper understanding of gender equality and inspires future generations to continue the fight for women's rights and empowerment. Speaking of overlooked roles - women have made countless contributions to the mental health world, and yet most of our major counseling theories were made by men, for men. For example, CBT, psychoanalysis, REBT, PCT, and Gestalt therapy - some of our earl