Reini Thijssen
Reini Thijssen is a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC, LPC) and a certified life coach specializing in supporting pilots and individuals in high-demand professions both within and outside of aviation. She has been a writer for Aero Crew News since 2019 and covers various aviation-related topics concerning life- and career changes, relationships, and overall mental health. Reini is in private practice at Emerald Mental Health. She offers online mental health support to adult individuals and couples coping with a wide range of challenges, such as anxiety, burnout, grief, and stress. For more information and questions, contact [email protected] or visit www.emeraldmentalhealth.com.
How to Deal With Rejection when it Feels Personal
Rejection is something everyone experiences at some point in life. A message that is left unanswered, a job application that is not successful, or...
The Reality of Change and Why It Is Hard
We are over halfway through the year now, and for many of us, the ambitious New Year’s resolutions from January are long gone. It...
How To Set Better Boundaries
Do you often feel overstimulated, or as if life is happening to you rather than with you? Many people recognize that feeling, and some...
Managing Stress in Aviation: From Interviews to the Flight Deck
Stress is a constant factor in aviation. It can show up during interviews, checkrides, medicals, networking events, and moments of uncertainty in general. While...
Reducing Risk with Implementing Psychological Safety in the Flight Deck
Do you remember a time you did not feel safe to speak up in the flight deck, or in a meeting? Chances are that...
Understanding and Managing ADHD Beyond Medication: Part 2
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is often discussed in terms of challenges. However, living well with ADHD is very possible with the right approach and support....
Understanding and Managing ADHD Beyond Medication: Part 1
Struggling to finish tasks, feeling quickly overwhelmed by household chores, or frequently running late? These may be signs that your executive functions are not...
2026—The Year You Thrive Through Strengths
As the New Year kicks off, we often start thinking about resolutions. Most New Year’s resolutions focus on fixing what is “wrong”: lose weight,...
Skip the Winter Dip
Many people experience a noticeable dip in mood and energy during the colder months; a pattern often called the "winter blues." In more serious...
You Made It, And Now What? Understanding The Arrival Fallacy
After achieving a personal milestone, upgrading, or completing a long-term project, you might expect a wave of fulfillment. Instead, many people feel a surprising...
