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Edge of the Couch

Edge of the Couch

By: Jordan Pickell and Alison McCleary
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Two good friends and experienced therapists explore the topics that were either shied away from or dismissed because they were too big, too nuanced, too risky, or too uncomfortable to address in school or even in supervision. We want to inspire and encourage therapists to think more deeply, show up more fully, and find humour and self-compassion in navigating the messier parts of being a therapist.

© 2026 Edge of the Couch
Hygiene & Healthy Living Psychology Psychology & Mental Health Relationships Social Sciences
Episodes
  • Show and Tell in Therapy: When Clients Want to Share Videos, Text messages, or Poetry with Us
    Feb 11 2026

    Clients bring in photos, videos, and artwork—and we love it. It helps us see their world more clearly. But what happens when the sheer volume becomes overwhelming, boundaries get blurry, or we take away something they didn't intend to share?

    We're taking the couch on the road! Join us between May 9th and May 24th, we'll be heading to 8 Canadian cities for a LIVE episode recording and a chance to connect with other therapists in your area. We hope to see you there!

    We are going on a cross-Canada tour in May 2026! Keep an eye out for dates!

    Join us on Patreon for bonus content at www.patreon.com/edgeofthecouch or share your thoughts and questions via DM on Instagram @edgeofthecouchpod, email at connect@edgeofthecouch.com, or voice note at speakpipe.com/edgeofthecouch.

    We have partnered with Janeapp, an all-in-one practice management software. You can learn more at Jane.app/mentalhealth. Or, if you are ready to get started, mention Edge of the Couch in the note during sign up.

    Alison McCleary
    www.alpenglowcounselling.com
    @alpenglow_counselling on Instagram

    Jordan Pickell
    www.jordanpickellcounselling.ca
    @jordanpickellcounselling on Instagram

    Edge of the Couch
    www.edgeofthecouch.com
    @edgeofthecouchpod on Instagram

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    36 mins
  • For the Record... Neutrality Doesn't Exist
    Feb 4 2026

    It's time for a refresher about why it's harmful when therapists put on a front of "neutrality". Especially during this time in history, people need therapists to be a place to land, to meet a real person, to talk about their completely understandable fears and have those validated and held. Heads up: this conversation is a little messy and unfinished. We're curious about what you think.

    We're taking the couch on the road! Join us between May 9th and May 24th, we'll be heading to 8 Canadian cities for a LIVE episode recording and a chance to connect with other therapists in your area. We hope to see you there!

    We are going on a cross-Canada tour in May 2026! Keep an eye out for dates!

    Join us on Patreon for bonus content at www.patreon.com/edgeofthecouch or share your thoughts and questions via DM on Instagram @edgeofthecouchpod, email at connect@edgeofthecouch.com, or voice note at speakpipe.com/edgeofthecouch.

    We have partnered with Janeapp, an all-in-one practice management software. You can learn more at Jane.app/mentalhealth. Or, if you are ready to get started, mention Edge of the Couch in the note during sign up.

    Alison McCleary
    www.alpenglowcounselling.com
    @alpenglow_counselling on Instagram

    Jordan Pickell
    www.jordanpickellcounselling.ca
    @jordanpickellcounselling on Instagram

    Edge of the Couch
    www.edgeofthecouch.com
    @edgeofthecouchpod on Instagram

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    37 mins
  • Our Thoughts on Acceptance and Forgiveness
    Jan 28 2026

    In the finale of Season 9, we discuss the concepts of acceptance and forgiveness, and how they show up in therapy. Therapists can have strong opinions about these, and we are no exception!

    While this is the finale, because we have our tour coming up, we won't be taking a break this time. We'll be back next week for Season 10.

    We're taking the couch on the road! Join us between May 9th and May 24th, we'll be heading to 8 Canadian cities for a LIVE episode recording and a chance to connect with other therapists in your area. We hope to see you there!

    We are going on a cross-Canada tour in May 2026! Keep an eye out for dates!

    Join us on Patreon for bonus content at www.patreon.com/edgeofthecouch or share your thoughts and questions via DM on Instagram @edgeofthecouchpod, email at connect@edgeofthecouch.com, or voice note at speakpipe.com/edgeofthecouch.

    We have partnered with Janeapp, an all-in-one practice management software. You can learn more at Jane.app/mentalhealth. Or, if you are ready to get started, mention Edge of the Couch in the note during sign up.

    Alison McCleary
    www.alpenglowcounselling.com
    @alpenglow_counselling on Instagram

    Jordan Pickell
    www.jordanpickellcounselling.ca
    @jordanpickellcounselling on Instagram

    Edge of the Couch
    www.edgeofthecouch.com
    @edgeofthecouchpod on Instagram

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    38 mins
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