382 | "Imposter Syndrome" in Therapy: Why It's Time to Let It Go

Play Therapy Podcast: A Master-Class in Child-Centered Play Therapy · Mar 18, 2026 · 12m

In this episode, I challenge the widespread use of the phrase "imposter syndrome" in the therapy field and invite you to reconsider what you're saying—and believing—about yourself as a clinician. I explain how this language often gets introduced early in training and can quietly shape how therapists view their competence, especially when they're new. But in child-centered play therapy, if you are showing up, prioritizing relationship, and staying faithful to the model, there is nothing "imposter" about your work. Being inexperienced or still developing your skills does not mean you are…