Psycho Therapy
Psycho Therapy
Leah Denton
Psycho Therapy is a show dedicated to amplifying the voices of survivors who have experienced therapy harm. This podcast aims to shed light on the often overlooked aspects of therapy abuse and provide a supportive platform for survivors to share their stories. Join us as we listen, learn, and advocate for both awareness and change in the mental health field.
Therapist and Mentor Turned "Other Woman": Rose's Story continued
Join us for part two of Rose's story of therapy harm and betrayal. In this episode Rose and her husband share the devastating impact her longtime therapist had on their marriage after crossing professional boundaries and pursuing Rose's husband. https://search.app/i7XuULY6DqN4Poif7 [email protected]
Oct 8, 2024
45 min
Therapist and Mentor Turned "Other Woman": Rose's Story
In today's episode, we hear from Rose and her spouse Scott, about the deep betrayal and predatory behavior of a therapist Rose had trusted, respected, and admired for almost a decade. Someone who had truly helped her, only to later betray her.
Sep 24, 2024
42 min
A Legacy of Exploitation: Erotic Transference in Therapy, Then and Now with Dr. Angela Sells
In this episode, author and therapist Dr. Angela Sells shares her personal experience with erotic transference and boundary violations by a therapist, offering a deeply intimate perspective on the lasting impact of such exploitation. Drawing parallels between her own story and the subject of her doctoral dissertation, Sabina Spielrein—a pioneering psychoanalyst who faced similar transgressions—Dr. Sells explores the enduring legacy of sexual exploitation in the therapeutic relationship. https://pleaseseeme.com/issue-3/nonfiction/the-rapist-angela-sells/ https://a.co/d/hiOJD0w msangelasells.com [email protected] www.psychotherapy-podcast.com
Sep 10, 2024
54 min
"Dr. Henry": Therapist, Cult leader, and Conman
In todays's episode, we hear from Aundria Adams, author of the forthcoming memoir Wire Monkeys, along with other survivors who share their experiences with a well respected, wealthy, and sophisticated psychologist. Evenings that began with fine dining and Broadway shows ultimately ending in a courtroom. www.psychotherapy-podcast.com aundriaadams.com
Aug 27, 2024
56 min
Ellie's Story: Why You Should Trust Your Gut
Ellie's story of therapy harm began as a teen living in Gary, Indiana, where she grew up under the weight of strict, high control religion. Pushed into treatment, she was placed under the care of a therapist who made her uneasy. Even many years later, she found herself wondering and doubting her experience. Recent events however, have brought Ellie the validation she longed for. Her story serves as a powerful reminder that gut instincts should not be ignored. www.psychotherapy-podcast.com
Aug 13, 2024
35 min
Troubled Teen Industry: Unsilenced With Author Meg Appelgate
The troubled teen industry encompasses various programs and facilities aimed at modifying behavior in adolescents deemed "problematic" by parents and authorities. In this episode we sit down with author and survivor Meg Appelgate to discuss the efficacy, ethics and potential long term psychological out comes of these treatment programs.
Jul 30, 2024
38 min
Boards Complaints and a Weaponized Diagnosis
In todays episode we continue the story of Halina, a therapist who was harmed by her own therapist. Halina sheds light on the board complaint process, revealing the lengths to which an unethical therapist might go to discredit a client. Halina's story underscores the importance of understanding these tactics to better prepare survivors in navigating the complaint process. www.psychotherapy-podcast.com https://www.instagram.com/psycho.therapypodcast
Jul 16, 2024
34 min
A Therapist Harmed By Therapy: Halina's Story
In this first episode we introduce Halina, a then grad student seeking therapy to manage her anxiety. As she begins her sessions, Halina realizes that her new therapist has more problems than she does. The therapist's issues and unprofessional behavior ultimately lead Halina to file a complaint with the licensing board. www.psychotherapy-podcast.com https://www.instagram.com/psycho.therapypodcast
Jul 2, 2024
33 min
Married To Madness: Molly's Story
The story begins with a phone call from a distressed former client of Mollys ex-husband, Mark, who is a psychologist. Despite his behavior being flagged many times over the years, Mark always managed to skirt systems intended to protect the public. This woman's plea for help only confirmed what Molly had long since discovered about Mark...that he was a predator. www.psychotherapy-podcast.com [email protected]
Jun 18, 2024
39 min
A Grand Orchestration: With Adult Grooming Expert Jerika Heinze
Cultural anthropologist Jerika Heinze shares her personal story of being groomed as an adult by a trusted mentor. This profound experience and its aftermath propelled her into advocacy work. She is now recognized as an expert on the topic of adult grooming. Jerika is the founder of The Field Work Initiate, an organization that addresses sexual harassment in research fieldwork worldwide. www.psychotherapy-podcast.com www.fieldworkinitiative.org
Jun 4, 2024
33 min
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