Keeping Secrets

Current events don’t stay outside the therapy room; they come in with all of us. In this episode, Sabrina and Julia explore how real-world issues affect both clients and therapists, shaping emotions, conversations, and the overall therapeutic dynamic. From political tension to global stressors, they unpack how these influences show up, how to navigate differing perspectives, and why genuine connec...

Part two of From Virtual to Reality continues the conversation on how therapy has evolved since the pandemic. After five years of providing therapy exclusively online, Sabrina steps back into the office for the first time. Julia, who has been working in a hybrid format for the past few years, joins her to reflect on the experience of returning to in-person sessions and how it compares to telehealt...

After five years of working exclusively online, Sabrina is getting ready to return to in-person therapy—and she’s unpacking all the feelings that come with it. In this episode, she and Julia talk about what it’s like to swap screens for real-life sessions, the unexpected comfort of virtual work, and how the pandemic reshaped what “connection” looks like in therapy. They explore the nerves, the exc...

Therapists Sabrina and Julia unpack the realities of self-care in the mental health profession—sharing personal experiences, reflecting on how therapist well-being impacts client care, and examining the ethical weight of burnout. They also take a wider lens on the systemic pressures fueling exhaustion in the field and explore what it takes to find balance between professional responsibility and pe...

In this episode, Julia and Sabrina reflect on what years of sitting with clients have taught them about the human struggle. From the patterns that repeat across lives to the emotional truths that therapy reveals, they explore the common threads of pain, self-judgment, insight, and resilience. With honesty and warmth, they share how their work has shaped their understanding of what it means to be h...

In this bonus episode, Julia and Sabrina dive into the language they didn’t get to cover in the main discussion on mental health buzzwords. They unpack the evolution of terms like “hysterical,” explore the rise of faux-clinical jargon in therapy spaces, and examine how language can carry stigma or marginalize certain groups. With clarity and insight, they highlight why words matter and how staying...

In this episode, Julia and Sabrina unpack the growing use and misuse of mental health buzzwords, with a particular focus on the term  “trauma.” They explore how these terms have become diluted through overuse in everyday language and on social media, and why that matters. The conversation highlights the responsibility mental health professionals carry in using language carefully and how misinforma...

Sabrina and Julia unpack the green and red flags to watch for when choosing a therapist—emphasizing the value of consultation calls, clear qualifications, and cultural sensitivity. They dive into what makes a therapeutic relationship feel safe (but not too cozy), how to spot when something’s off, and why giving advice can be a slippery slope. Expect tangents, strong opinions, and a few laughs as t...

In this episode, Sabrina and Julia reflect on the gap between their early expectations of being therapists and the realities they’ve encountered in practice. They examine the limited assumptions they once held about clients and therapy, the vital role of creativity in their work, and the ways cultural shifts continue to reshape the field. They also delve into the ever-present need for growth and l...

In this debut episode of Keeping Secrets , therapists Julia Baum and Sabrina Tropper step out of the therapy room and into the world of podcasting. They share what inspired them to start this show, the unexpected challenges of creating something new, and their hopes for the conversations ahead. With candor and curiosity, they explore the evolving role of therapists in a world shaped by social medi...

Julia and Sabrina are all set to record the teaser, but sometimes things don’t go as planned. Catch this behind-the-scenes moment!

Catch this outtake as Julia and Sabrina record the teaser—where forgetting what to say turns into a laugh break.

What do therapists talk about when no one’s listening? Keeping Secrets is a brand-new podcast where Julia Baum and Sabrina Tropper—two licensed therapists—offer an unfiltered look at mental health trends, therapy culture, and the surprising shifts in the field. No client secrets exposed—just real conversations about what it’s like on the other side of the couch. Subscribe now and follow us on Inst...