Therapists Unchained is about opening a dialogue about the state of mental health in the United States as seen through the eyes of the clinicians and the role of tech platforms in shaping access to care, the consequences of VC-backed therapy models, the intentional complexities of dealing with insurance companies, and building a community of mental health providers to support, mentor, educate, and empower each other. You’ll hear real talk about what’s happening behind the scenes in our field ...
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Is That Legal?: Navigating Tech, VC, and Collective Action Interview with James Ahearn, JD LPC, PhDc
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Sivie Suckerman, MA, LMHC, ACS, and James Ahearn, JD, LPC, PhDc, explore the complex intersection of law, ethics, and mental health care. They unpack the relationships between clients, providers, and insurance companies; examine the growing influence of big tech and venture capital; and discuss how collective power can drive systemic change. Their …
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Mental Health Insurance Reform Task Force: An Interview with Nicole Sartini, LPCC, IMHP
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Sivie Suckerman, LMHC, ACS, catches up with Nicole Sartini, LPCC, IMHP, to discuss Nicole’s advocacy work and the founding of both Bridge Counseling and Wellness and the Mental Health Insurance Reform Task Force. The conversation explores Nicole’s motivation to confront inadequate insurance reimbursement and the lack of enforcement of mental health…
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Cash Cow: An Interview with Pam Rothman, LPC
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This week on Therapists Unchained, Sivie Suckerman, LMHC, ACS, chatted with Pam Rothman, LPC, to discuss her journey across diverse provider settings—from community mental health to tech-based mental health platforms. Pam offered a candid look into her experience at BetterHelp, highlighting the platform’s demanding model, low compensation, and prio…
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Field Fractures: An Interview with Laura Durkin, LMFT, PhD
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In this episode of Therapists Unchained, Sivie Suckerman, LMHC, ACS, sits down with Laura Durkin, LMFT, PhD, to unpack the systemic challenges mental health professionals face. From rigid professional identities and inadequate supervision to exploitative contracts and lack of organizational support, they explore the urgent need to rethink therapist…
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Insurance Sh!tshow: Interview with Jennifer Koriath, LCPC, LPC
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In this episode of Therapists Unchained, Sivie Suckerman, LMHC, ACS, interviews Jennifer Koriath, LCPC, LPC on the ins and outs of dealing with insurance companies, filing complaints, and how to advocate for yourself and your clients. There is a lot of venting in this one folks so we hope you enjoy commiseration with a side dish of holding insuranc…
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Dr. Lane, a seasoned therapist and former leader in a large group practice, shares her experiences and motivations for starting her own solo practice and consulting business, Fleuri. The discussion explores the challenges and rewards of leadership, the shifting dynamics of large mental health organizations, and the importance of business acumen for…
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Episode Summary: In this episode of Therapists Unchained, we explore the movement's vision and open a dialogue about the role of tech platfo Episode Summary: In this episode of Therapists Unchained, we explore the movement's vision and open a dialogue about the role of tech platforms in shaping access to care, the consequences of VC-backed therapy …
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