When Therapy Goes Vibe-Forward: The Cost of Losing Clinical Depth
An Interview with TJ Walsh, LPC
When therapy becomes more about relatability and “vibes” than clinical depth, what gets lost? Curt Widhalm and Katie Vernoy talk with TJ Walsh, LPC about how social media culture is shaping therapy expectations, why neutrality and containment still matter, and how supervision and self-work support real therapeutic change.
This episode challenges therapists to balance authenticity with professionalism and to clearly orient clients to the slower, relational work that meaningful therapy requires.
Key Takeaways for Therapists
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Why vibe-forward therapy can feel supportive but limit long-term change
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How neutrality functions as containment, not disengagement
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The difference between validation and treatment
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How social media shapes client expectations of therapy
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Why supervision should continue well beyond licensure
Full Show Notes & Transcript: https://mtsgpodcast.com
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Creative Credits
Voice Over: DW McCann – https://www.facebook.com/McCannDW/
Music: Crystal Grooms Mangano – https://groomsymusic.com/
