96. New Therapist, Who Dis? (with Dr. Ben Caldwell)

What does it mean if a therapist suddenly changes their behavior? In this episode, Katie shares her experiences with two therapists who made significant adjustments and left her (and Ben and Carrie) confused about what happened. Plus, Dr. Ben Caldwell returns with fantastic metaphors about ethical gray areas and how therapists can adjust their boundaries and clinical style in a compassionate way.

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Introduction: 0:00 – 5:43

Part One: 5:43 – 42:32

Part Two: 42:32 – 1:25:40

Part Three: 1:25:40 – 1:30:33

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Show Notes:

• Donate to Alzheimer’s Association
• Embracing Our Core Competencies: How Would It Change the Practice of Therapy?
• Sentio Institute Undergraduate Internship (Note: For California residents only)
• A User’s Guide to the 7 Criteria for ‘Good Therapy’
• Ben Caldwell Labs
• SimplePractice Learning