What happens when the place you trusted most becomes the place that harms you?

In this first episode of The Other Side of Therapy, I share why I felt compelled to start this podcast and why these conversations matter.

I didn’t go to therapy because I distrusted it - I went because I believed in it. Therapy changed my life in many positive ways, and I deeply respect the many ethical, compassionate therapists who dedicate their lives to helping others.

But after working with a doctor who exploited that trust, I found myself navigating something I never imagined: therapy abuse.

This podcast isn’t about attacking the profession. It’s about bringing light to the unethical practitioners who can cause profound harm, exploring how these situations happen, and advocating for stronger protections for clients during the reporting process.

In this episode, I share:

* Why I decided to speak publicly.
* My personal journey into therapy - and what changed.
* Why silence protects predators.
* My hope for creating awareness, education, and meaningful change.

If this episode resonated with you, please consider following the podcast, leaving a review, and sharing it with someone who may find it helpful.

Follow the podcast:
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📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/othersideoftherapy

#TherapyAbuse #TherapyHarm #MentalHealth #Psychotherapy #Ethics #TraumaRecovery #Healing #TheOtherSideOfTherapy

Therapy is meant to be a place of safety, trust, and healing. But what happens when the therapeutic relationship itself becomes harmful?

In this episode of The Other Side of Therapy, I explore what therapy abuse is, why it can be so difficult to recognize, and how it differs from unethical, incompetent, or simply ineffective therapy. We discuss the unique power imbalance that exists in therapy, how that power can be misused, and why survivors often struggle to name what happened to them.

Whether you’re a client, therapist, or someone supporting a loved one, this episode offers an introduction to a conversation that isn’t talked about nearly enough.

In this episode:

• What therapy abuse is
• The difference between poor therapy and abuse
• The power imbalance in the therapeutic relationship
• Why therapy abuse can be confusing and difficult to identify
• The emotional impact on survivors
• Why ethics and accountability matter
• Hope for healing after therapy harm

This podcast is dedicated to thoughtful conversations about trust, ethics, accountability, and healing. My goal is to create space for education, awareness, and honest dialogue about the complexities of therapy and mental health care.

If this episode resonated with you, please consider following the podcast, leaving a review, and sharing it with someone who may find it helpful.

Follow the podcast:
🎧 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheOtherSideOfTherapy
📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/othersideoftherapy

#TherapyAbuse #TherapyHarm #MentalHealth #Psychotherapy #Ethics #TraumaRecovery #Healing #TheOtherSideOfTherapy