Dirty 30: The Gaslighting Gold Standard of Mental Healthcare

Send us Fan MailWhat if the very advice you trusted from your therapist was based on misinformation? In our milestone "Dirty 30" episode of the Gaslit Truth Podcast, therapist Jen and Dr. Teralyn confront the uncomfortable realities of the lies they once believed and perpetuated in their practice. By challenging the foundational "truths" taught in their education and clinical guidelines, they aim to dismantle the harmful myths and biases that have long plagued mental health treatment.We tackle the glaring inconsistencies and misguided advice rampant in the mental health field, especially around medication and treatment protocols. From the misuse of "gold standard" treatments to the flawed concept of lifelong medication dependency, this candid conversation reveals the deeper issues within mental health care. Jen and Dr. Teralyn highlight the harsh conditions in correctional facilities and critique the oversimplification of treatment, advocating for a more holistic and humane approach that considers the whole person, not just their symptoms.Through exploring the nuances of trauma, the pitfalls of over-pathologization, and the ethical dilemmas faced by clinicians, we aim to shed light on the complex reality of mental health care. We discuss the challenges of medication consistency, the stigmatization of diagnostic labels, and the importance of a balanced perspective on nutrition and mental health. Wrapping up with a poignant discussion on forgiveness, we invite you to join this thought-provoking dialogue—and share your thoughts with us at [email protected]. Thank you for being part of our journey toward a more transparent and truthful mental health dialogue!Curious if you've ever been gaslit by a mental health professional? It’s likely you have, and you're not alone. It's time to uncover the truth.Welcome to the “Dirty 30” — a candid reveal of the 30 biggest lies and manipulations that your Deep-Throating Informants Dr. Teralyn and Therapist Jenn have encountered and, yes, perpetuated in their careers. 😳To mark the milestone of our 30th episode on The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we’re exposing the dark side of conventional Western psychology. Tune in as we share our personal stories, confront the harm these practices have caused, and make a vow to break free from the cycle of gaslighting.Tune in now!!!🎙️✨ 💬 Have you or someone you know faced these challenges? Share your story in the comments below and join us in raising awareness about this important issue.🚫 One key aspect we'll discuss is the manipulative verbal tactics utilized to gain compliance from patients keeping them away from individual empowerment and reliant on the intervention and the therapist. 🚨 TRIGGER WARNING: Dr. Terlyn and Therapist Jenn ARE CHALLENGING the “Gold Standard” of Mental Helathcare. In this episode, your hosts openly discuss the notion that “evidence-based” treatment can be a fallacy and that the “guarantee on the box” of evidence-based treatment does, indeed, lie.Now CLICK that LINK in the BIO to hear more people! #MentalHealth #Therapy #WesternPsychology #whistleblowingshrinks #RawHonesty #drteralyn #therapistjenn #CriticalThinking #Transparency #mentalmavericks #NonTraditionalTherapy #AlternativeHealing We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email [email protected] to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at [email protected] you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz