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Planning for Death or Incapacitation - What Therapists Need to Do: An interview with Dr. Robyn Miller, Ph.D.


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Planning for Death or Incapacitation - What Therapists Need to Do: An interview with Dr. Robyn Miller, Ph.D.

Curt and Katie chat with Dr. Robyn Miller, Ph.D., of TheraClosure about professional wills and what therapists need to do to effectively plan for their own incapacity or death. She shares her experience stepping in as a practice executor for colleagues, the trauma that can result when therapists disappear without explanation, and the systems she’s created through her program to provide compassionate and organized transitions for patients. This is a conversation about professional wills, ethical responsibilities, and why planning for the worst brings peace of mind.

Transcripts and more information for this episode will be available at mtsgpodcast.com!

(Show notes provided in collaboration with Otter.ai and ChatGPT.)

 In this podcast episode, we talk about planning for a therapist’s unexpected absence, incapacity, or death

Too many therapists avoid thinking about what will happen to their clients if they can no longer practice due to sudden illness, incapacitation, or death. Dr. Robyn Miller joins Curt and Katie to discuss why it’s essential to have a professional will, and how to make sure you’re not leaving your clients without closure or support.


  • Why Therapists Must Plan for Death or Incapacitation
  • What Goes into a Professional Will for Therapists
  • The Role and Burden of a Practice Executor
  • Creating a Plan that’s Clinically Thoughtful
  • Systemic Issues and Professional Responsibility
  • Action Steps for Modern Therapists

  • Stay in Touch with Curt, Katie, and the whole Therapy Reimagined #TherapyMovement:

    Our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/therapyreimagined


    Modern Therapist’s Survival Guide Creative Credits:

    Voice Over by DW McCann https://www.facebook.com/McCannDW/

    Music by Crystal Grooms Mangano https://groomsymusic.com/

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