When Therapy Harms

Dr Kirk was interviewed about harmful therapy on the Psycho/Therapy podcast, hosted by Leah Denton.

00:00 How did Dr. Kirk enter the field?
05:31 How long was it until Dr. Kirk felt competent?
08:45 Why isn't there more education on preventing harm?
12:55 Has Dr. Kirk inadvertently hurt a client?
22:12 Has Dr. Kirk encountered any therapists that should not be practicing?
29:57 What are the legal repercussions?
34:50 What traits may harmful therapists have?
38:09 Are there structures in place for clinicians with personality disorders?
40:13 What changes would be beneficial?
44:41 Is further therapy still helpful?

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July 18, 2025
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