Why Your Therapy Clients Think You’re Weird | E32

Did you know that our healthy, appropriate therapeutic boundaries have the potential to cause hurt feelings, emotional barriers, and even ruptures in our relationships with clients? 😬 It’s true! Even though these boundaries are vital for ethical practice, they can leave clients feeling hurt, frustrated, or confused if we’re not handling them with care and intention. In this episode, I’m diving deep into how therapeutic boundaries for therapists—from declining social media requests to maintaining client autonomy—can unintentionally create emotional distance if we’re not communicating about them properly. I’m sharing strategies to prevent these ruptures by being proactive and transparent about why we set boundaries and how they protect both us and our clients. 💡 By addressing these moments head-on, you can turn potential ruptures into opportunities for connection, trust, and growth. 🙌 👇 Timestamps 👇 00:00 Understanding Client Perceptions 01:02 Introduction to Dr. Lisa Marie Bobby 02:12 Common Therapist Boundaries 02:40 Navigating Social Media and Public Encounters 03:45 Proactive Communication and Transparency 07:14 The Role of Silence in Therapy 08:24 Dual Relationships and Boundaries 10:36 The Importance of Not Giving Direct Advice 12:32 Coaching vs. Therapy 17:14 Respecting Client Autonomy 17:56 Addressing Potential Ruptures 20:35 Final Thoughts and Resources   This episode is packed with actionable strategies to help you handle therapeutic boundaries for therapists intentionally, ensuring they don’t become the source of misunderstandings or ruptures. You’ll learn how to maintain strong, trusting relationships with your clients while holding firm to ethical practices. Let’s talk about how to turn these “weird” moments into opportunities for growth and connection. Listen now! 🔥 Xoxo,  Dr. Lisa Marie Bobby PS: Let’s stick together and be friends on Linkedin! PPS: Have you FOLLOWED Love, Happiness, and Success For Therapists on your podcast player yet? Do it now so you don't miss an episode!