Can therapists work in private practice right away, or is there an unwritten rule that we have to first pay our dues in community mental health? Joanna shares her goal of working in private practice right out of graduate school and how our field sometimes makes us feel like we have to "pay our dues" in community mental health first. We explore why it's important to consider all settings when thinking about internship and practicum, what the phrase "boots on the ground" really means, and the helpful reminder that therapists are needed in all settings.


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!


Check out our new merch, filled with plenty of sarcasm and bad therapist humor!


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


Connect with Joanna on her Instagram.


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


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


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



--- 

Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/am-i-a-bad-therapist/support

64. Pay Your Dues, Kid

Join us for stories from behind the closed therapy door. You’ll hear relatable experiences from other therapists, including bloopers, highlight reels, and other ridiculous moments that you thought you were the only one experiencing. 
Each episode contains 50% inspiration, 50% storytelling, and 100% real humans and their journey in the mental health field. 
With burnout running rampant, the last thing you need is another podcast that adds to your to-do list, so drop the notebook. This is a space with no experts, gurus, or hierarchies- just humans sitting in similar chairs. 
We’re not the gatekeepers for good and bad therapy but we are here to shine a light on the difficult decisions therapists face on a daily basis - and normalize the mysterious gray area of clinical practice that no one wants to talk about. 
New and seasoned therapists, graduate students, agency employees, private practice owners, and entrepreneurs - this one is for you.  Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/am-i-a-bad-therapist/support

Health & Fitness

Mental Health

Join us this week as Elizabeth shares her experience of creating a school-based therapeutic program virtually during the pandemic and the impact it had on her mental health. Elizabeth opens up about questioning her self-worth and capabilities as a therapist. She shares the impact of write-ups and disciplinary action on her mental health and how the support of her friends and family helped her realize the need for change. Elizabeth emphasizes the importance of finding the right work environment and how it can positively impact clinical work. She encourages therapists to trust their gut and prioritize their mental health when making career decisions. Get vulnerable with us this week as we dive deep into our own mental health as therapists.


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


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


Check out our new merch, filled with plenty of sarcasm and bad therapist humor!


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


Connect with Elizabeth on his Instagram or her private practice.


Connect with Kathryn inside the The Therapist Network or join the Network on Instagram.


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


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




--- 

Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/am-i-a-bad-therapist/support

98. Our Mental Health Matters

In this episode, MaryBeth shares a story where she made a schedule change for two clients without fully considering the impact it would have on them. One client felt second best and requested a new therapist. MaryBeth reflects on the importance of the therapeutic relationship and the need to balance the needs of both therapist and client. She emphasizes the significance of repairing ruptures in the therapeutic relationship and the value of open communication.


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


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


Check out our new merch, filled with plenty of sarcasm and bad therapist humor!


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


Connect with MaryBeth on her website or read her articles on Medium.


Connect with Kathryn inside the The Therapist Network or join the Network on Instagram.


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


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




--- 

Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/am-i-a-bad-therapist/support

97. Client Swap

**In case you missed the announcement, we have shifted to biweekly episodes! We want to make sure we are always bringing you the best of the bad and never making bad podcasts, and this switch will make sure it stays that way. Our next episode will air on April 29th. We can't wait to see you then!


Graduate school teaches us a lot, but it doesn't teach us everything we need to navigate being a therapist. In this episode, Shannon shares her experience of going on two maternity leaves while working in private practice. She discusses the logistical and emotional challenges of planning and communicating her leave to clients. Shannon also talks about the guilt she felt about taking time off and the importance of self-care during pregnancy. She reflects on the support she received from the therapist community and the lessons she learned from her experiences. Listen until the end for a discount code at Shannon's Etsy shop for therapists: Focus on the Therapy.


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


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


Check out our new merch, filled with plenty of sarcasm and bad therapist humor!


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


Connect with Shannon at her private practice or her Etsy shop for therapists: Focus on the Therapy. Don't forget to use code BADTHERAPIST for 25% off your order!


Connect with Kathryn inside the The Therapist Network or join the Network on Instagram.


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


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





--- 

Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/am-i-a-bad-therapist/support

96. You're Leaving Me... Again?

**In case you missed the announcement at the beginning of the episode, we will be shifting to biweekly episodes after this week! We want to make sure we are always bringing you the best of the bad and never making bad podcasts, and this switch will make sure it stays that way. Our next episode will air on April 15th. We can't wait to see you then!


In this episode, Robyn shares her personal experience with burnout and questioning her abilities as a therapist. She discusses the signs of burnout and the costs of overdoing and people-pleasing. Robyn emphasizes the importance of setting boundaries and attuning to oneself while maintaining attunement with clients. She also highlights the need for honest conversations about burnout in the therapy community.


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


Check out our new merch, filled with plenty of sarcasm and bad therapist humor!


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


Connect with Robyn on her website!


Connect with Kathryn inside the The Therapist Network or join the Network on Instagram.


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


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





--- 

Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/am-i-a-bad-therapist/support

95. Too Much Attunement

In this episode, Allie spills the tea on how she failed her clinical licensure exam the first time around. She hilariously recounts the reasons behind her delay in taking the exam and the absurd challenges she faced during the process, including *spoiler alert* accidentally sitting for the wrong exam. In all seriousness, we hope that this episode normalizes how challenging our exams can be and that sometimes we fail, but it doesn't mean the end of our careers. 


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


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


Check out our new merch, filled with plenty of sarcasm and bad therapist humor!


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


Connect with Kathryn inside the The Therapist Network or join the Network on Instagram.


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


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




--- 

Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/am-i-a-bad-therapist/support

64. Pay Your Dues, Kid

Download our free app to listen on your phone