The Other Side of Therapy

Carolyn Clement
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The Other Side of Therapy explores what happens when trust is broken by the very people meant to help us. Through personal stories, expert conversations, and honest discussions, we examine unethical boundaries, abuse of power, accountability, and the systems designed to protect us. This isn’t about attacking therapy - it’s about strengthening it by raising awareness, supporting ethical professionals, and helping listeners recognize manipulation, reclaim their voice, and create meaningful change.

Episodes

  1. Aug 13

    When Therapy Crosses a Line | Boundaries & Red Flags

    Episode 3: Therapy Boundaries — When the Person You Trust Crosses the Line What happens when the person responsible for maintaining the boundary is the person who crosses it? Therapy is unlike most other relationships. One person may know extraordinarily intimate details about the other’s life, while the relationship remains professional. That imbalance isn’t inherently harmful - it’s part of what can make therapy work. But it also gives therapists significant responsibility. In this episode of The Other Side of Therapy, we’re talking about the boundaries designed to protect clients and what can happen when those boundaries begin to disappear. In this episode: What professional boundaries in therapy actually areWhy the therapist is responsible for maintaining themThe power imbalance within the therapist-client relationshipConfidentiality and privacyTherapist self-disclosure and when it can become problematicDual and multiple relationshipsPhysical touch and personal boundariesSexual and romantic boundariesTransference and emotional attachmentThe difference between a boundary crossing and a boundary violationHow gradual boundary erosion can make inappropriate behavior difficult to recognizeWhy a client may become confused, attached, ashamed, or blame themselves when boundaries are violatedWhy recognizing a violation can be especially difficult when you trust the person crossing the boundaryA question worth asking When something in therapy feels confusing, consider: Whose needs is this serving — mine, or my therapist’s? A therapist may genuinely care about a client. A client may also feel deeply connected to a therapist. Those feelings don’t remove the professional responsibilities that come with the therapeutic relationship. The person with the professional training, authority, and ethical obligations is responsible for maintaining that relationship appropriately. If something didn’t feel right You don’t have to immediately know what to call an experience in order to question it. You can educate yourself about professional ethics. You can document what happened. You can seek an independent professional opinion. You can learn about the licensing and reporting processes where you live. And you are allowed to ask questions about the care you received. 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

    When Therapy Crosses a Line | Boundaries & Red Flags

  2. Aug 6

    Therapy Abuse: When Help Becomes Harm

    Episode 2: What Is Therapy Abuse? 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 isThe difference between poor therapy and abuseThe power imbalance in the therapeutic relationshipWhy therapy abuse can be confusing and difficult to identifyThe emotional impact on survivorsWhy ethics and accountability matterHope for healing after therapy harmThis 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

    Therapy Abuse: When Help Becomes Harm

  3. Aug 6

    What Happened in Therapy Made Me Speak Out

    Episode 1: Why I Started This Podcast 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: 🎧 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheOtherSideOfTherapy 📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/othersideoftherapy #TherapyAbuse #TherapyHarm #MentalHealth #Psychotherapy #Ethics #TraumaRecovery #Healing #TheOtherSideOfTherapy

    What Happened in Therapy Made Me Speak Out
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About

The Other Side of Therapy explores what happens when trust is broken by the very people meant to help us. Through personal stories, expert conversations, and honest discussions, we examine unethical boundaries, abuse of power, accountability, and the systems designed to protect us. This isn’t about attacking therapy - it’s about strengthening it by raising awareness, supporting ethical professionals, and helping listeners recognize manipulation, reclaim their voice, and create meaningful change.

Information

  • Creator
    Carolyn Clement
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    3
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    ©️ Carolyn Clement