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Psychology In Seattle PodcastAuthor: Kirk Honda
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When Therapists Leave, Harm, or Fail
Friday, 21 August, 2026
Dr. Kirk responds to several listener emails about therapist betrayal, including a wrongful death lawsuit alleging sexual abuse by a therapist, a therapist’s poorly handled career ending, and a sudden fee increase that feels like abandonment. He also discusses graduating from therapy, ruptures, repair, and whether therapists should reach out when clients abruptly leave treatment. August 21, 2026This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.00:00 Should a therapist share their romantic transference? 06:29 Therapist allegations & lawsuit10:44 Why is poor termination reported so often?12:41 Why is screening clients important?34:33 Being priced out of therapy49:06 Do I still need a therapist? 51:14 Should a therapist reach out after a client blows out?Support us by... Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/joinBecome a patron: https://www.patreon.com/PsychologyInSeattleContact us/more info... Email: https://www.psychologyinseattle.com/contactAbout Dr. Kirk: https://www.psychologyinseattle.com/about-dr-kirk-hondaWebsite: https://www.psychologyinseattle.comGet stuff... Merch: https://psychologyinseattle-shop.fourthwall.com/KIRKgram (like Cameo): https://www.psychologyinseattle.com/kirkgramThe Psychology In Seattle Podcast ®Trigger Warning: This episode may include topics such as assault, trauma, and discrimination. If necessary, listeners are encouraged to refrain from listening and care for their safety and well-being. Disclaimer: The content provided is for educational, informational, and entertainment purposes only. Nothing here constitutes personal or professional consultation, therapy, diagnosis, or creates a counselor-client relationship. Topics discussed may generate differing points of view. If you participate (by being a guest, submitting a question, or commenting) you must do so with the knowledge that we cannot control reactions or responses from others, which may not agree with you or feel unfair. Your participation on this site is at your own risk, accepting full responsibility for any liability or harm that may result. Anything you write here may be used for discussion or endorsement of the podcast. Opinions and views expressed by the host and guest hosts are personal views. Although we take precautions and fact check, they should not be considered facts and the opinions may change. Opinions posted by participants (such as comments) are not those of the hosts. Readers should not rely on any information found here and should perform due diligence before taking any action. For a more extensive description of factors for you to consider, please see www.psychologyinseattle.com
