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'It's okay to take a break, the world won't end': lawyers see 'sea change' in attitude to mental health support
2026-04-08
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Summary
Law Society director Antoinette Moriarty says legal professionals' approach to counselling and wellbeing support has undergone a sea change, but the profession's structure still needs review. She said heavy workloads, difficult case material and corporate demands can contribute to burnout and vicarious trauma. Moriarty also said around 90 per cent of trainees using the Law Society counselling service are psychologically, emotionally and mentally well.
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What: Report matter: 'It's okay to take a break, the world won't end': lawyers see 'sea change' in attitude to mental health support. Procedural stage: hearing_or_decision
When:
- 2026-04-08 Publication
Why: "I think we have to be really careful about terms like vicarious trauma because in a way it almost dehumanises the experience again. CNI source report
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