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Behind the Scenes of Therapy

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Explore the hidden world of psychotherapy through a comprehensive series of videos that offer unique insights into the profession. Gain valuable knowledge about the realities of being a therapist, discover secret skills used in therapy sessions, and hear captivating behind-the-scenes stories. Learn what experienced therapists wish they had known before entering the field, and get answers to commonly googled questions about therapy. Delve into the techniques psychologists use to analyze people and master the art of listening like a therapist with four secret skills. Identify signs of subpar cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and understand the challenges of finding quality mental health care. Gain perspective on the personal life of a psychologist through a Q&A about being married to one, and absorb mental health tips from 75 professionals in the field. Explore the emotional challenges therapists face, receive advice for newcomers to the profession, and learn about self-care practices for mental health professionals. Address the question of whether individuals with mental illnesses can become therapists, and enjoy a lighthearted segment where a real psychologist plays "Never Have I Ever." Discover how to find the right therapist for your needs and get an inside look at therapy sessions through HBO's "In Treatment" series, where a psychologist answers questions about the therapeutic process.

Syllabus

What I wish I knew before I became a psychotherapist.
Therapist answers commonly googled questions about therapy.
How do psychologists analyze people?.
How to listen like a therapist: 4 secret skills.
5 signs you're getting bad cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).
Why is it so hard to get good therapy?.
Being married to a psychologist | Answering your questions about our relationship.
Mental health tips from 75 therapists.
When I feel helpless as a therapist.
Advice for new therapists.
Self care as a therapist.
Can I be a therapist if I have a mental illness?.
Real Psychologist Plays Never Have I Ever.
How to find a therapist that's right for you.
In Treatment | A Psychologist Answers Questions About Therapy | HBO.

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The Psych Show

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