Impaired Therapists

Impaired Therapists

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Impaired Therapists Curt and Katie talk about therapists who become impaired – by substance abuse, cognitive decline, their own mental health concerns, burnout, etc. The challenges of addressing impaired therapists given the ethics codes,…
When Clients Die

When Clients Die

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When Clients Die An interview with Debi Frankle, LMFT on how therapists can navigate when clients die. We look at what to do when clients die by suicide, die based on high risk lifestyles, or long-term illnesses. We also talk about the complicated…
Trauma Informed Work Place

Trauma Informed Work Place

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Trauma Informed Work Place An interview with Kristin Martinez, LMFT, about how trauma informed practices apply to the workplace. Curt and Katie talk with Kristin about her person-centered management, the benefits of treating employees well,…
You Should Not Become A Therapist – 5 Reasons Why

You Should Not Become A Therapist – 5 Reasons Why

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Many of us are good listeners and have it in our hearts to help other people. We like to figure out how individuals think and help them improve their quality of life. But should all of us be therapists? Probably not. Being a therapist is hard,…
Responding to Mass Shootings

Responding to Mass Shootings

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Responding to Mass Shootings Curt and Katie talk about how to take care of your clients, your communities, and yourself after a mass shooting. We look at the types of victims, the different stages of response, and treatment considerations. It’s…
All Kinds of Burned Out

All Kinds of Burned Out

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All Kinds of Burned Out Curt and Katie talk about the different types of burnout. We look at the differences between employee and entrepreneur burnout, including how to prevent it and how to treat it. It’s time to reimagine therapy and…
Therapist Haters and Trolls

Therapist Haters and Trolls

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Therapist Haters and Trolls Curt and Katie talk about haters, heated online discourse that seems to delight in shaming other therapists, Schadenfreude, and the laziness of taking other people down while squandering the opportunity for creativity…
Summer Slow Down

Summer Slow Down

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Summer Slow Down Curt and Katie talk about how to successfully navigate the changes that occur during the summer when you’re in private practice. We look at how to plan for the whole year, sync your vacations with your clients, get business…
3 Things I Wish I Knew Starting Out

3 Things I Wish I Knew Starting Out

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Curt and I frequently get asked, “What would you have done differently to avoid burnout in public mental health?” That question used to stop me in my tracks. I have had ideas and philosophical ponderings about what others can do to avoid…
Off-Duty Therapist

Off-Duty Therapist

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Off-Duty Therapist Curt and Katie talk about how therapists can be called into action in their off time. We look at how being a therapist can impact our relationships, how to put boundaries around your therapist role, and the risks of crossing…