Sivie Suckerman, MA, LMHC, ACS

Therapists Unchained

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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. Why It Matters : As the mental health field becomes...

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Author

Sivie Suckerman, MA, LMHC, ACS

Episodes

Cash Cow: An Interview with Pam Rothman, LPC 02.08.2025 54:44

Tell us what you think! You could be featured on a future show! 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 compensa...

Field Fractures: An Interview with Laura Durkin, LMFT, PhD 18.07.2025 1:00:38

Tell us what you think! You could be featured on a future show! In this episode of Therapists Unchained , Sivie Suckerman, LMHC, ACS, sits down with Laura Durkin, LMFT, PhD, to unpack the systemic challenges mental health professionals face. From rigid professional identities and inadequate supervision to exploitative contracts and lack of organizational support, they explore the urgent need to re...

Insurance Sh!tshow: Interview with Jennifer Koriath, LCPC, LPC 29.05.2025 59:52

Tell us what you think! You could be featured on a future show! In this episode of Therapists Unchained, Sivie Suckerman, LMHC, ACS, interviews Jennifer Koriath, LCPC, LPC on the ins and outs of dealing with insurance companies, filing complaints, and how to advocate for yourself and your clients. There is a lot of venting in this one folks so we hope you enjoy commiseration with a side dish of ho...

Interview with Dr. Gail Lane 06.05.2025 53:16

Tell us what you think! You could be featured on a future show! Dr. Lane, a seasoned therapist and former leader in a large group practice, shares her experiences and motivations for starting her own solo practice and consulting business, Fleuri. The discussion explores the challenges and rewards of leadership, the shifting dynamics of large mental health organizations, and the importance of busin...

Therapists Unchained 08.04.2025 10:45

Tell us what you think! You could be featured on a future show! Episode Summary: In this episode of Therapists Unchained, we explore the movement's vision and open a dialogue about the role of tech platfo Episode Summary : In this episode of Therapists Unchained , we explore the movement's vision and open a dialogue about the role of tech platforms in shaping access to care, the conseque...