Here's a look at how a therapist set up his daily schedule and his home office so he can conduct private, sensitive meetings with patients while also raising a young daughter

Joey HaddenMay 23, 2020, 19:07 IST

Therapist Mark Loewen, his husband Leo, and their daughter Zoe.Courtesy of Mark Loewen

Since March 16, therapist Mark Loewen has been working from home with his husband Leo and daughter Zoe.
Loewen has been the owner and manager of LaunchPad Counseling, a counseling practice in Richmond, Virginia, for six years, where he specializes in parenting, relationships, and LQBTQIA+ issues.
Loewen is also a children's book author and conducts live readings from his daughter's bedroom.
Here's how Loewen balances his work and home life amid the pandemic, with bike rides, yoga, and a sock on his bedroom door.

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One of the first things Mark Loewen thinks about when he wakes up at 8 a.m. is what he's going to wear.

Mark Loewen's work outfit when he begins with a therapy session or bike ride. Courtesy of Mark Loewen

On days when he begins with administrative work, his choice of outfit is more flexible.

Loewen's work outfit when he begins with administrative work. Courtesy of Mark Loewen

Then, it's time for breakfast. Loewen and his husband Leo each have two eggs and a cup of coffee every morning.

Loewen's husband Leo makes eggs in the morning. Courtesy of Mark Loewen

When Loewen eats breakfast with Zoe, he goes over his schedule for the day with her.

Loewen eats breakfast with Zoe. Courtesy of Mark Loewen

Just in case she forgets, Loewen came up with a system for letting his daughter know when he's in the middle of a session — he puts a sock on the bedroom door.

The outside of Loewen's bedroom office when he is conducting a session. Courtesy of Mark Loewen

Loewen works inside his bedroom, but his bedroom office has transformed since he began working from home in March. This is what it used to look like.

Loewen's home office at the beginning of the pandemic. Courtesy of Mark Loewen

Now, this is his set-up, complete with a ring light and wall art.

Loewen's at-home office. Courtesy of Mark Loewen

This is where Loewen sits to conduct 3-4 therapy sessions each day, which he says come with new challenges amid the pandemic. Now more than ever, Loewen can relate to his clients' stresses.

This is how Leowen sets up for clients. Courtesy of Mark Loewen

This is where Loewen sits to conduct 3-4 therapy sessions each day, which he says come with new challenges amid the pandemic. Now more than ever, Loewen can relate to his clients' stresses.

To handle added stress, Loewen tries to make time for yoga and mediation between sessions.

Loewen does yoga in between sessions. Courtesy of Mark Loewen

At the same time, Zoe is in the other room doing schoolwork with Leo.

Zoe and Leo discussing homework. Courtesy of Mark Loewen

Loewen said that Leo also assigns Zoe additional projects to do at home.

Zoe's map of the neighborhood project. Courtesy of Mark Loewen

Loewen likes to play outside with Zoe to break up his workday. After finishing up sessions, Loewen might take Zoe outside for a roller-skate break.

Loewen and Zoe went to a local bakery to pick up pastries during the day. Courtesy of Mark Loewen

Loewen invites Zoe in the bedroom to work with him once he's finished with his sessions.

Loewen and Zoe working. Courtesy of Mark Loewen

Loewen also does administrative work at his desk, like billing, paperwork, and keeping up with the practice.

Loewen's at-home office. Courtesy of Mark Loewen

Several times a week, Loewen will break up his day with a bike ride to refresh his mind.

Loewen riding his bike. Courtesy of Mark Loewen

When he has time for a 2.5-hour ride, Loewen bikes to a specific pier where he likes to reflect.

Loewen's spot to reflect. Courtesy of Mark Loewen

Taking the time to properly maintain his bike makes the experience of riding better, Loewen told Business Insider.

Loewen washing his bike. Courtesy of Mark Loewen

About once a month, Loewen does a live virtual reading of his book "What Does a Princess Really Look Like?" with his daughter.

A screenshot of a live reading during the pandemic. Courtesy of Mark Loewen

Loewen also published a coloring book about LGBTQIA+ families in March called "The True Colors of Family."

Zoe coloring in "The True Colors of Family." Courtesy of Mark Loewen

Between 5 and 6 p.m., the family concludes their workday and meets out on the deck.

Loewen and his family at the end of a workday. Courtesy of Mark Loewen

During this time, Zoe might be riding her bike, which she does almost daily now, just like her dad.

Zoe on her bike. Courtesy of Mark Loewen

At around 7 p.m., it's time for dinner.

Courtesy of Mark Loewen

After dinner, Loewen takes over kid duty until bedtime.

Loewen and Zoe with fresh pedicures from home. Courtesy of Mark Loewen

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Here's a look at how a therapist set up his daily schedule and his home office so he can conduct private, sensitive meetings with patients while also raising a young daughter

One of the first things Mark Loewen thinks about when he wakes up at 8 a.m. is what he's going to wear.

On days when he begins with administrative work, his choice of outfit is more flexible.

Then, it's time for breakfast. Loewen and his husband Leo each have two eggs and a cup of coffee every morning.

When Loewen eats breakfast with Zoe, he goes over his schedule for the day with her.

Just in case she forgets, Loewen came up with a system for letting his daughter know when he's in the middle of a session — he puts a sock on the bedroom door.

Loewen works inside his bedroom, but his bedroom office has transformed since he began working from home in March. This is what it used to look like.

Now, this is his set-up, complete with a ring light and wall art.

This is where Loewen sits to conduct 3-4 therapy sessions each day, which he says come with new challenges amid the pandemic. Now more than ever, Loewen can relate to his clients' stresses.

To handle added stress, Loewen tries to make time for yoga and mediation between sessions.

At the same time, Zoe is in the other room doing schoolwork with Leo.

Loewen said that Leo also assigns Zoe additional projects to do at home.

Loewen likes to play outside with Zoe to break up his workday. After finishing up sessions, Loewen might take Zoe outside for a roller-skate break.

Loewen invites Zoe in the bedroom to work with him once he's finished with his sessions.

Loewen also does administrative work at his desk, like billing, paperwork, and keeping up with the practice.

Several times a week, Loewen will break up his day with a bike ride to refresh his mind.

When he has time for a 2.5-hour ride, Loewen bikes to a specific pier where he likes to reflect.

Taking the time to properly maintain his bike makes the experience of riding better, Loewen told Business Insider.

About once a month, Loewen does a live virtual reading of his book "What Does a Princess Really Look Like?" with his daughter.

Loewen also published a coloring book about LGBTQIA+ families in March called "The True Colors of Family."

Between 5 and 6 p.m., the family concludes their workday and meets out on the deck.

During this time, Zoe might be riding her bike, which she does almost daily now, just like her dad.

At around 7 p.m., it's time for dinner.

After dinner, Loewen takes over kid duty until bedtime.