Edge of the Couch

Jordan Pickell and Alison McCleary
Two good friends and experienced therapists explore the topics that were either shied away from or dismissed because they were too big, too nuanced, too risky, or too uncomfortable to address in school or even in supervision. We want to inspire and encourage therapists to think more deeply, show up more fully, and find humour and self-compassion in navigating the messier parts of being a therapist.

Let's Talk About Mean Therapists
00:40:52
When Therapists Miss Key Information
00:49:43
Working with Intellectualizing
00:46:01
Are We "Treating" Our Clients?
00:39:17
Being a Therapist on Social Media
00:41:36
When the Client Hits a Nerve
00:40:10
How to Get the Most Out of Supervision
00:36:54
The Trend of ‘The Cool Therapist’
00:35:27
Talking to Clients About Politics
00:38:33
When Clients Set Unrealistic Expectations
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