104. Crises in the Time of Intake (with Dr. Ben Caldwell)

When does somebody officially become a client of therapy? And what happens if, before that distinction is made, crises occur and the therapeutic relationship unravels? Our guest Neith shares her experience navigating this scenario, and Dr. Ben Caldwell explains why little of this is clear cut, but some of it is clearly bad. Plus, we introduce a new segment: Is It Bad Therapy?

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Introduction: 0:00 – 7:16

Part One: 7:16 – 44:14

Part Two: 44:14 – 1:25:45

Part Three: 1:25:45 – 1:27:52

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Show Notes:

• Donate to Strays Hope for Life Rescue
• Burbank Public Library
• SimplePractice Learning
• Ben Caldwell Labs
• Psychotherapy Notes
• Duty to the Patient – When Does it Begin?
• When Does Therapy Begin?
• In Case of Emergency: The Professional Will
• SimplePractice Learning Professional Wills
• SimplePractice Professional Will Template