Thursday Mar 19, 2026

Staying Connected Without Crossing Lines: Managing Boundary Crossings and Client Advances

Hosts Dr. K. Skye Henry Smith and Martha Kauppi explore navigating boundaries when clients seek friendship—or more—with their therapist. Practical strategies, ethics guidance, and real-world scenarios all help illustrate how to compassionately handle a fraught circumstance.

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