In this episode, our guest Maryellen shares her bad experience with a Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) specialist. But was it bad therapy? Was it therapy at all? Dr. Ben Caldwell joins us to share his thoughts on loosely regulated mental health services, and we explore the unfortunately relevant ethics of having sessions with clients while visiting the Dunkin' Donuts drive-thru and getting tattooed.

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Introduction: 0:00 – 5:39

Part One: 5:39 – 45:56

Part Two: 45:56 – 1:27:36

Part Three: 1:27:36 – 1:32:04

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Show Notes:

• Donate to Fluffy Butt Rescue
• Rehab Riviera: An investigation into the Southern California rehab industry
• SimplePractice Learning
• Ben Caldwell Labs