Therapists Unchained
Therapists Unchained is about opening a dialogue about the state of mental health in the United States as seen through the eyes of the clinicians and the role of tech platforms in shaping access to care, the consequences of VC-backed therapy models, the intentional complexities of dealing with insurance companies, and building a community of mental health providers to support, mentor, educate, and empower each other. You’ll hear real talk about what’s happening behind the scenes in our field and what it means for providers and clients alike.
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As the mental health field becomes increasingly shaped by corporate interests and algorithm-driven care, clinicians are being left out of critical conversations — and often critical decisions. This podcast is our space to educate, connect, and organize.
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Therapists Unchained
Cash Cow: An Interview with Pam Rothman, LPC
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This week on Therapists Unchained, Sivie Suckerman, LMHC, ACS, chatted with Pam Rothman, LPC, to discuss her journey across diverse provider settings—from community mental health to tech-based mental health platforms. Pam offered a candid look into her experience at BetterHelp, highlighting the platform’s demanding model, low compensation, and prioritization of profit over therapist well-being. She also spoke to the broader challenges of working with insurance and emphasized the critical role of clinical supervision. Together, Sivie and Pam explored systemic issues fueling the perceived therapist shortage, the lack of business education and support for clinicians, and their shared experiences navigating the complexities of the mental health field.
Pam received her Master of Science in Counseling Psychology from Holy Family University in 2015. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor, practice owner, and clinical supervisor in the state of Pennsylvania. To learn more about Pam’s supervision services, feel free to reach out via email:
pamrothmanlpc@gmail.com
This episode was produced and edited by Sivie Suckerman, MA, LMHC, ACS
