Reini Thijssen
Reini Thijssen is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHCA) and certified life coach specializing in working with aerospace professionals. She has been a writer for Aero Crew News since 2019 and covers various topics related to aviation 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 reini@emeraldmentalhealth.com
Don’t Worry!
We all worry. We may be worried about the economy, an upcoming job interview or the uncertain impact of a pandemic. We wonder how...
Twelve Phases of Burnout
Every year, reported numbers of stress and burnout rise. Because airline jobs rank among the most stressful jobs in the United States, there is...
Love Languages 101
A relationship is like a radio transmission. When one transmits on a different frequency than the other, complications occur. It is important to communicate...
Happy New You
Recharged and full of inspiration for New Year’s resolutions
With a little luck, this is the predominant feeling after the holidays. After all, the advertisements...
Five Ways to Deal with Depression without Medication
The change of seasons, crossing time zones and missing home take their toll. Whatever personal reasons might be causing depressed feelings, do not ignore...
How to Kickstart a New Life Abroad
Today’s aviation industry offers countless rewarding yet challenging opportunities to move abroad. Pilots looking to land their first job below 1,500 hours can choose...
How to Be Happier at Work
Despite having the best view of the world from your “office window,” varied travel destinations year-round, and the ability to conquer the elements on...
How To Stay Sane In Turbulent Times
The aviation industry is probably the only field in which high cholesterol is more dangerous than speeding along at Mach 0.8, which is why...
Five Essential Tips to Maintain (maybe enhance) Your Relationship While on...
Working in the aviation industry and frequently traveling for work, could eventually cause conflicting feelings. While you are proud of your career and excited...
Six hacks for a better sleep
Whether crossing time zones in a middle seat or managing an intensive transcontinental flight in the cockpit: eventually your inner clock will get messed...
