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Apr 2025
49m 43s

When Therapists Miss Key Information

Jordan Pickell and Alison McCleary
About this episode
All therapists miss essential information-- things like self-harm, abuse, and disordered eating. These can have major consequences. In this episode, we discuss what gets missed in the therapy room, why it happens, and what we can do about it. From clients showing up drunk in session to disclosures that slip past us, we explore the kinds of clinical informati ... Show More
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