Am I a Bad Therapist?

A professional social media presence can sometimes be a double-edged sword. Join us as we hear from Justin who shares a story where *spoiler alert* TikTok might have led to him getting fired! Justin talks about how this experience had a silver lining and lead to tremendous growth in his career. With so many of us on social media, this is the start of a much-needed conversation for modern therapists.

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Can you avoid all dual relationships? Leah shares her experiences working and raising children in the same community, including a sparring match between her son and a client's family! Join us as we explore the nuances of dual relationships and parenthood as a therapist.

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Have your hobbies ever conflicted with your clinical work? Join us as we hear from Sam who had an anonymous complaint filed to her ethics board about her being a pole dancing instructor. You won't believe the major assumptions implied about her professionalism! Sam shares with us how she ethically maintains two rewarding careers as a therapist and pole dancing instructor, the double standards that exist in our field, and how she navigates it all.

So sit back, grab a pole (or some popcorn), and get ready for an episode that will make you question everything you thought you knew about therapists and our personal lives.

Watch Sam's amazing pole performance mentioned in this episode here.

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Have you ever been asked to change your gender identity at work?

Lou shares what happens when they're asked by their employer to deny their personhood and values to make a few clients feel more comfortable. We explore the systems of oppression that made this situation possible, the lack of communication and support they experienced, and all the bullshit that made us want to riot with Lou!

We are so honored that Lou shared their story with us, and we are proud to highlight this story during Pride Month. We on Am I a Bad Therapist? stand with the LGBTQIA+ community and are committed to making this field a safe place for all therapists and clients.

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You log onto TikTok at the end of a clinical day to laugh and unwind, not to see a client talk about your work together come up on your FYP. Listen in to see how Kaylan handles the situation. You won't believe what happens before their next session with the client!

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Attraction in the therapy room isn't unusual, since our clients are often sharing their most vulnerable thoughts with us. Although each situation is different, one thing is common - therapists don't talk about it enough! Join us as we hear from returning guest, Ariana, as she shares her story of how she navigated when a client expressed their attraction to her.

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Walk and talk therapy with a client by a beautiful pond sounds idyllic, until a gaggle of geese attack! Brandi shares a story that you will not believe, filled with so many twists and turns. Come laugh with us in this hilarious and unbelievable episode that has a surprisingly insightful ending.

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Did something in the show resonate with you? Help us spread the Am I a Bad Therapist message!

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A lot of us want to own a thriving group practice, but do we actually understand what running a group practice entails? Gabrielle shares a cautionary tale of the perils that come with running a group practice, as well as how she became clear on the life she wanted to build which ultimately led to her selling her practice.

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We can't believe it, but this episode marks one year for our podcast! Join us as we reflect back on one year of podcasting. We share more untold stories, and we even break out our concept documents and share never heard before names we considered for the show among other details. We laugh, we get emotional, and we are so grateful for the amazing community of therapists that have come together from this podcast. Thank you for being a listener and we look forward to many more years ahead!

Connect with our sponsor, Jane and don't forget to use the code "BADTHERAPIST" for a one month grace period on your account!

Did something in the show resonate with you? Help us spread the Am I a Bad Therapist message!

Follow Am I a Bad Therapist on Instagram for sneak peeks, previews, and all of the latest information about the podcast!

Do you need professional podcast producing, editing, or music? Connect with our amazing producer, Austin!

Connect with Kathryn inside the Teletherapist Network or follow the Network on Instagram.

Connect with Allie on Instagram, access the Creative Intervention Library, or shop all things mental health on her Etsy store!

Being burnt out is a far too common experience that many (if not all) of us therapists share, but have you ever been called out by a supervisor for it? Sarah shares how she went from a burned-out breakdown to a balanced therapist, and how she recognized she was burned out before she even started her career! Join us for all the tips, insights, and some amazingly thoughtful words we all need to hear.

Connect with our sponsor, Jane and don't forget to use the code "BADTHERAPIST" for a one month grace period on your account!

Did something in the show resonate with you? Help us spread the Am I a Bad Therapist message!

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Do you need professional podcast producing, editing, or music? Connect with our amazing producer, Austin!

Connect with Kathryn inside the Teletherapist Network or follow the Network on Instagram.

Connect with Allie on Instagram, access the Creative Intervention Library, or shop all things mental health on her Etsy store!