This autoethnographic chapter explores the critical role of self-care for psychologists, especially those working with high-risk clients, and reflects on the consequences of neglecting personal well-being. The author examines how stress, burnout, compassion fatigue, and vicarious trauma impact the professional and personal lives of psychologists, using personal experience as a case study. The chapter highlights the Stress-Distress-Impairment Continuum, illustrating how unmanaged stress can lead to professional impairment, and discusses protective factors such as clinical supervision, personal therapy, and a strong support network. Through personal narrative, the author reveals the transformation of self-care from a secondary consideration to a necessity for sustainable practice. The chapter also addresses the impact of systemic issues within the mental health profession and argues for the importance of self-care education in both academic and professional training. The chapter advocates for a proactive approach to self-care as essential to ethical and effective psychological practice.