If you see a therapist, he or she will be interested in helping you live a better life, rather than “figuring you out” as stigma might lead you to believe. We learned this when we asked the hundreds of therapists in our network why they pursued therapy. Some also chose to share why they work for Talkspace specifically. Keep reading to understand why people become therapists. If you feel one response speaks to you more than any other, that person might be the therapist for you!

1. “Why I’m a Therapist.”
Talkspace Therapists Share:
What drives them to do what they do, and why they love it.

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THIS YEAR, DURING MENTAL
HEALTH AWARENESS WEEK,
WE ASKED OUR THERAPISTS A
COMMON FAQ:

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“Why did you become a therapist?”

4. Here’s what they said.

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“We all strive for self-actualization, to be the best
person we can be, to live a life a life we can look
back on and feel it was worth the ride. I am a
therapist for this reason--to help my clients in this
process if they feel a challenge in their lives is
preventing their ability for self-actualization.”
- Lee Carson, Talkspace Therapist, LSW, MSW

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“I am a therapist because the world that we
live in does not provide a safe space to
explore a person’s innermost feelings and
thoughts. It is an honor to provide such a
space to the clients that I work with. The
hours that clients and I spend together can be
difficult, but are always rewarding in the end.”
- George M Brassea III , Talkspace Therapist, LMHC

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“I'M A THERAPIST BECAUSE I
SAW HOW PEOPLE WHO WERE
HURTING HAD A DIFFICULT
TIME ENJOYING AND FULLY
LIVING THEIR LIFE. I WANTED
TO BRING THEM HOPE AND
HELP THEM TO SEE THEIR
PURPOSE!”
- Christy Paul, Talkspace Therapist, LMHC

8. “NO ONE SHOULD HAVE TO SUFFER
ALONE. WE ALL DESERVE PEACE AND
HAPPINESS. IF I CAN HELP AT LEAST ONE
PERSON A DAY EXPERIENCE RELIEF, GAIN
INSIGHT, FEEL MORE FULFILLED IN LIFE
OR FIND THEIR PATH TO MEANING, THEN
I HAVE ACHIEVED MY DUTY AND
CONTRIBUTION TO MAKE THE WORLD A
BETTER PLACE.”
Mary Clymene Baugher, MA, LMHC, Talkspace Therapist.

9. “I'm a therapist because I believe in
change. I believe that people
deserve a safe space to be
vulnerable in a world that can be
judgmental and isolating. I have
seen the value of bringing light into
darkness and helping people see
their own light through the darkness
is an incredible privilege.”
- Alaina Williams Brubaker, LMFT, Talkspace Therapist

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Some therapists chose to share why
they love working with Talkspace.

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“I am a therapist because I believe in the
amazing capacity of the human spirit to
overcome and to tap into a full and meaningful
life. It is an honor to be a part of each person's
journey. I love being a part of Talkspace because
of the ability to reach people who may not
otherwise have access to mental health care. I
learn and grow from each experience. I am so
grateful to have the privilege of helping people.”
- Angela Towne, LCSW

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“I'm a Talkspace therapist because the
amount of people unable to afford
traditional therapy is astounding. It's
amazing how much we talk about mental
health in the media and the need for it, yet
for most people — before Talkspace — it
was only a passing thought. Now people can
get the support they need and want from the
same highly trained and licensed therapists
that were previously unavailable to them.”
- Nichole Behr, LPC, NCC

13. “I'm a therapist at Talkspace specifically
because it helps me reach out to a broader
space than ever before. I get to meet people I
would never have met. Talking, building
relationships and having someone be with
you through a hard time is crucial in life. I'm
grateful for every person I get to meet and
Talkspace makes that reach so much greater!”
Kellyn Glynn, LPC

14. “I'm a therapist with Talkspace because as a
mental health practitioner in this day and
age it is the right and ethical thing to do.
There are a wealth of people on this planet
in dire need of support, being heard and
being connected. This is the lexicon of our
time and clients deserve to be met in the
language they best need and understand.”
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- Blythe Landry, LCSW, M.Ed

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“I'm a therapist at Talkspace because it's my
path and my passion to help others find
strength and courage they didn't know they
had, and to witness the personal
transformation that comes from sharing your
story in a safe and non-judgmental space.
Many years ago, therapy changed my life and
now I have the honor of paying that forward.”
- Shannon McFarlin, LMFT

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Our therapists’ mission is to give hope:

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“I became a therapist because I realized early on I had a knack for
guiding people through darkness. I became a therapist because I am
human and have fought my own battles, not always with ease but
with hope and determination. I became a therapist because I had my
own therapist who never gave up on me. It's kind of like "giving back,"
if you will. If I can help one client live with more authenticity and
pride, my job is done here. If I can learn one more lesson from a
client, I can pass that on to yet another. It's beautiful the way the
therapeutic process works. We are in this together, learning from one
another and the product is, at times, utter amazement.”
- AMY SCARANO, TALKSPACE THERAPIST MS, LCSW

18. “I AM A THERAPIST BECAUSE I
HAVE SEEN FIRSTHAND HOW
MENTAL ILLNESS CAN
DESTROY SOMEONE'S WORLD,
AND I HOPE THAT I CAN HELP
BE THE DIFFERENCE FOR
SOMEONE EXPERIENCING SO
MUCH SUFFERING.”
Renu Kaur, LCSW, Talkspace Therapist

19. “We all face questions about the meaning of
life. There is a lot of loneliness in the world
and at times things can seem dark. To be
able to accompany people on their journey
of self-understanding and change and shine
some light into their life is a privilege.”
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- Nicole Amesbury, Talkspace Therapist & Clinical Director, MS, LMHC

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See something that resonated with you?

21. If one of these responses speaks to you
more than any other, that person might be
the therapist for you!
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