# Your Therapist Is Not Your Friend

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Podcast: [Psychology In Seattle Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/psychology-in-seattle-podcast-490212)
Published: 2026-07-27T11:00:02+00:00
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## Resource

Dr. Kirk Honda examines new professional liability data showing that violations of the counseling relationship remain the most common source of claims against therapists. Dr. Kirk reviews real-world cases involving unlimited texting, dual relationships, gifts, friendships, financial exploitation, and other boundary violations. Based on data from the CNA/HPSO Counselor Professional Liability Exposure Claim Report. July 27, 2026 00:00 What cases are successfully sued?18:55 Where were boundary lines crossed? 35:15 Why was this counselor charged with theft? This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. Support us by... Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/join Become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/PsychologyInSeattle Contact us/more info... Email: https://www.psychologyinseattle.com/contact About Dr. Kirk: https://www.psychologyinseattle.com/about-dr-kirk-honda Website: https://www.psychologyinseattle.com Get stuff... Merch: https://psychologyinseattle-shop.fourthwall.com/ KIRKgram (like Cameo): https://www.psychologyinseattle.com/kirkgram The 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 knowledg…

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