139. Politics in the Therapy Room (with Dr. Ben Caldwell)

Let’s get controversial! Is it a good idea for a therapist to project their own political views onto a client? For today’s guest Ruth, the answer is a resounding “no.” We hear her story of a therapist who took her political advocacy too far, and Dr. Ben Caldwell rejoins us to explore the ethics of discussing politics in therapy. Plus, how can therapists know if they are trauma-informed enough for their clients?

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Introduction: 0:00 – 8:55

Part One: 8:55 – 44:33

Part Two: 44:33 – 1:24:21

Part Three: 1:24:21 – 1:27:42

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Show Notes:

• Donate to Samaritan’s Purse (Ethiopia Projects)
• Ben Caldwell Labs
• Think Like the Test Podcast
• Marketing of professional counselors: A Q-Sort study of best practices.
• Da Poetry Lounge