About this episode
We’re diving into a lot this week—tech drama, burnout brain fog, and a little puppy joy.If you missed last week’s episode with Shulamit, I highly recommend it. We talked burnout and what it means to be a "canary in the coal mine" when your nervous system just says nope.This week, I had planned to talk about money, but something came up in the therapy world that I couldn’t ignore…Here’s what we get into:My very personal reaction to the Seven Cups directory drama (yes, the founder was my clinical supervisor—wild).Why this situation is more than just an oversight—it’s about consent, ethics, and muddying the waters between therapy and tech.The deeper issue of our distrust in tech platforms that profit from therapist labor—without transparency or therapist input.What it means when platforms offer peer support under the guise of “therapy” and the ethical concerns that follow.My call to action: Google yourself + "Seven Cups" and check if your info is listed without your consent.Plus, a pivot to something I’ve been sitting with lately: Burnout, brain fog, and why so many therapists feel like their brains just don’t work the same anymore. I talk about:Cognitive symptoms of burnout (you're not imagining it, it is real)How trauma and vicarious trauma can literally change the brainWhy some of us may be navigating undiagnosed neurodiversity, and how that intersects with the mental load of being a therapistMy own reflections on being a "mover" and how traditional therapy work never quite fit how my brain and body want to operateAnd finally... I got a puppy! She’s already teaching me a lot about noticing joy, slowing down, and why acorns are apparently fascinating.Resources mentioned:Pen Pal list signup — join the email community where I send updates and reply to your notesNAMI Warmline (as an example of ethical, supportive peer support resources)If you’ve had any experiences with Seven Cups—good, bad, or weird—send me a message. I’m planning a follow-up and would love to include therapist voices. info@drjenblanchette.com
