March 14, 2020
By Julie Garcia
Houston Chronicle
https://www.houstonchronicle.com/lifestyle/renew-houston/wellness/article/How-to-keep-your-mental-health-in-check-during-15131478.php
In the last week, Houston therapist Kara Smith has had to field several questions about COVID-19.
One client asked if everyone who contracts the virus dies; another asked if she will suspend her practice. A third asked if the virus can be passed to pets.
“I am seeing a wide range of reactions to this pandemic,” said Smith, a licensed clinical social worker. “As stories arise, such as the cancellation of the Rodeo and the remainder of the NBA season, clients’ anxiety levels are rising. Many clients are worried about losing their jobs, especially those in the supply chain, oil and gas, or travel and leisure industries.”
