Ellie's story of therapy harm began as a teen living in Gary, Indiana, where she grew up under the weight of strict, high control religion. Pushed into treatment, she was placed under the care of a therapist who made her uneasy. Even many years later, she found herself wondering and doubting her experience. Recent events however, have brought Ellie the validation she longed for. Her story serves as a powerful reminder that gut instincts should not be ignored.

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The troubled teen industry encompasses various programs and facilities aimed at modifying behavior in adolescents deemed "problematic" by parents and authorities. In this episode we sit down with author and survivor Meg Appelgate to discuss the efficacy, ethics and potential long term psychological out comes of these treatment programs.

In todays episode we continue the story of Halina, a therapist who was harmed by her own therapist. Halina sheds light on the board complaint process, revealing the lengths to which an unethical therapist might go to discredit a client. Halina's story underscores the importance of understanding these tactics to better prepare survivors in navigating the complaint process.

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In this first episode we introduce Halina, a then grad student seeking therapy to manage her anxiety. As she begins her sessions, Halina realizes that her new therapist has more problems than she does. The therapist's issues and unprofessional behavior ultimately lead Halina to file a complaint with the licensing board.

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The story begins with a phone call from a distressed former client of Mollys ex-husband, Mark, who is a psychologist. Despite his behavior being flagged many times over the years, Mark always managed to skirt systems intended to protect the public. This woman's plea for help only confirmed what Molly had long since discovered about Mark...that he was a predator.

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Cultural anthropologist Jerika Heinze shares her personal story of being groomed as an adult by a trusted mentor. This profound experience and its aftermath propelled her into advocacy work. She is now recognized as an expert on the topic of adult grooming. Jerika is the founder of The Field Work Initiate, an organization that addresses sexual harassment in research fieldwork worldwide.

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In this second episode, part two with Survivor Amy Nordhues, Amy recounts her experiences of grooming within a psychiatrist's office and the profound sense of isolation and alienation by her church community, ultimately leading to her seeking validation through the legal system.

In this episode, author and guest, Amy Nordhues, details a deeply personal and harrowing narrative of vulnerability, trust, and betrayal at the hands of a revered Psychiatrist and church elder. Amy sheds light on the insidious nature of adult grooming and the impact of abuse on ones psyche and sense of safety.

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Eva, a devoted wife and mother sought support from a therapist when she felt drained from caregiving. Initially helpful, she began to see signs that her therapist might not be well. As things escalated, she found herself caring not just for herself but for her therapist turned abuser.

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In today's episode, author and guest Linda Pevac, who also goes by Emma Stevens, recounts her time under the "care" of her psychologist and next-door neighbor, Dr. Brenner. With the aid of both time and perspective, Linda, sheds light on how exploitative therapists like Dr. Brenner can gain a foothold in the lives of vulnerable clients.

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