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 learning, as well as the shifting perspectives on therapist vulnerability and self-disclosure.

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 media, shifting cultural norms, and new expectations of mental health care.

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 Instagram and YouTube @KeepingSecretsPod!