Psychologist Plays Never Have I Ever

[@drali]

0:33 - Been attracted to one of your patients? 1:44 - Fallen asleep while in a session with a patient? 2:50 - Felt that your patient’s story was boring? 3:35 - Been attacked by a patient? 4:32 - Reported a patient to law enforcement due to suicidal thoughts? 5:27 - Broken confidentiality? 6:18 - Hospitalized someone against their will? 6:56 - Treated psychopaths, schizoids, and pedophiles? 8:03 - Refer out a client after they’ve crossed a boundary? 8:55 - Yelled at a client? 9:19 - Done something you regret professionally? 9:34 - Made a mistake in therapy? 10:18 - Hypnotized a patient? 10:49 - Analyzed someone’s dreams? 11:24 - Freaked out because of something a patient said? 12:09 - Secretly checked someone’s mental health? 13:41 - Failed to change someone’s relationship? 14:43 - Doubted a client would get better? 15:59 - Thought about studying something else? 16:50 - Wondered if all of the years of study have been worth it? 17:40 - Changed your views after studying psychology? 18:38 - Struggled going into therapy yourself? 19:29 - Not known the answer to a Star Trek question?

[@maddydaniels9762]

Thank you for making this and for your honesty! I’m in my third year of counselling degree about to go into placement and I’m horrified 😅

[@drali]

Sounds like you’re exactly where you should be! It’s a lot of responsibility and with time your confidence will come.

[@jenniferdelisle8686]

I think a little fear is healthy at times. Just saying, go with your gut. Just always be aware of your surroundings. Don't put yourself in a preventable, unsafe situation. And remember, the only behavior/reaction you can predict is your own.

[@lacypezzaniti623]

This was such a fun and creative way to give counseling students a realistic view of what the job is really like ☺️

[@TBS2ing]

I find this very interesting and informative as a psychology student, kinda make me excited and hyped to be a clinical psychologist in the future. Hope I’ll be one :)

[@drali]

YAAAAAAAY!!!

[@LondynBrielle]

Thank you so much for showing that we (us in the field) are HUMANS and experience things that everyone else experiences!! No one is ever this open, and people perceive us as being PERFECT and always performing perfect. Great video!

[@drali]

Thank you and I completely agreed!! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@HIDDENADHD]

What an amazing video! So vulnerable and authentic.

[@drali]

Thank you!!!

[@Ziddawastaken]

Im going to switch psychologist soon because we can't seem to resolve my depression, it's nice to see how you, as a psych have experienced such things. Thank you for your openness

[@zen_mindset1]

Ditto.

[@sebastianb.2894]

Really honest and interesting content. I also appreciate it that you do so much introspection, although I thought you are more a CBT-guy and not psychodynamic. Also nice that you mention the stereotype of the violent psychopath, it’s far too common. Greetings from Austria ;)

[@drali]

Hi Sebastian! Glad to hear you enjoyed this video. Regards of one's theoretical orientation, we can't do this job well unless we understand what's happening inside of us.

[@falgunimandrekar1711]

Thank you for being so candid and honest. This was very insightful.

[@drali]

Thanks for watching!

[@diegoreyes6455]

Great video. I'm starting my Masters program in clinical psychology towards LMFT this fall and I've had a few of these questions myself. I have been following your videos since my undergrad days. Hope you keep making amazing content.

[@drali]

Thanks for being such a long term member of the community, Armando! Wonderful to hear about your journey. Hope 2021 will bring you more in person experiences in your program.

[@petyamladenova1592]

I love the natural and authentic way you share your experience. Thank you for your videos.

[@CDCrest]

Hi Dr. Ali! I absolutely love your show and find it extremely helpful and motivating. I am a first year doctoral student in clinical psychology in NYC and your videos have helped me get through my first year of studies immensely.

[@drali]

Congrats on starting your journey into the profession and thank you for being part of The Psyche community!!!!

[@jenniferdelisle8686]

Thank you, thank u, ty!! Wow! It was hard at first, to not pause & comment during your video. We're speaking the same language. I work in a BA receiving hospital in ED Psych Intake dept. Omg! You are rare. You are genuine & brave for speaking up! Literally, every question you answered (no matter how absurd) you were respectful & hopefully planted a sees 🤗 I laughed, I cried... Thank u Soo much for your honesty, vulnerability, & bravery! That's a very rare thing in my world. I'm not a psychologist, but have a BA in it...lol I do however, have the privilege of working with a like-minded Psychologist. I feel like a support group might be beneficial. I feel her frustration on a daily basis. And I genuinely adore her. Omg! She works so hard🤗🤩 And you know the rest. At the end of the day, we say the Serenity Prayer 🙏

[@coolioscooling6391]

loved this video

[@xzonia1]

It's so nice to see you online again, Dr. Mattu! I'm glad you and your family are doing well, and it was so much fun hearing this q&a video! :)

[@raveenasupra2184]

Thank you for your videos! They make me even more excited about going into psychology as a career :)

[@drali]

And thank you for your kind words!

[@dirilas9076]

I knew this wouldn't disappoint, outstanding content as usual.

[@drali]

Thank you!!! 🙌🏽

[@nickytamseree8465]

agreed

[@dipclinic2239]

Great video Dr Ali! I can definitely relate to the tiredness, I think a lot of people forget that we are indeed human beings who need rest as well! Although a good splash of water on the face midday can work wonders 😂

[@drali]

I’ve done a lot of splashes of water during the workdays! 🙌🏽

[@AustinBoiiii]

New editing?? Love this video Ali! Also, as someone who's working on their undergraduate degree I was recommended to go through therapy if I ever wanted to become a therapist. From what I can say thus far, therapy is NOT easy work but it makes me even more excited to go into this field! Cheers.

[@drali]

Yup! I used to edit my videos myself but now I have an amazing editor (www.changdiana.com). She did this video and the last one. Lots more amazing ones coming now on a weekly basis. Totally agree about therapy. To sit in the therapist's seat you really need to know what it feels like to sit in the patient's seat.

[@chiaradelia829]

Thank you for this video! As a psychology student it was really interesting. Hi from Italy!

[@drali]

Hi Chiara!!! Glad you hear you enjoyed the video!!!

[@andrewtschramm]

Great content as always, Dr. Mattu! Love how you handled these.

[@drali]

Thank you!!!

[@dirilas9076]

Super video! I applauded for $10.00 👏👏👏

[@drali]

Thank you for your support!!!!

[@CJBlaney0]

Great video Ali!

[@drali]

Thanks Colin!!!

[@titania174]

Binge watching your videos 😍😍 Amazing

[@drali]

Welcome to the community!

[@zen_mindset1]

Me too!

[@recondogohome360]

Here from valuetaiemt, loved your interview!

[@drali]

Glad you liked it and thanks for coming over!

[@XSemperIdem5]

Ah, 20 minutes of "how do I carefully answer this so I don't get sued" 😅 Kidding, but too many people get sue happy nowadays. You brought up forensic psychology. You have my attention. My specialty in my criminal justice master's degree is in forensic mental health. And yes, the number of times people respond to that with "oh, like on CSI"; it might as well be one of those if I had a nickel for every time sayings. Although I did take as many forensic science courses as I could, even graduate level, since my department was housed in the Los Angeles Regional Crime Lab.

[@camalldredge]

I see where you were going with your comment about hypnosis (people often don't understand what it really is) but I feel like APA's Division 30 would highly disagree with your statement that "[hypnosis] does not actually exist in a therapist's office." There are entire textbooks and PhD level courses on using hypnosis in psychotherapy settings. Gary Elkins over at Baylor does some phenomenal research on hypnosis in therapeutic contexts.

[@alexps6060]

New worry unlocked, forgetting a client's name...

[@daltongrowley5280]

The Star Trek question got me.

[@drali]

🖖🏽🖖🏽🖖🏽

[@daltongrowley5280]

@@drali peace and long life.

[@mrs.alienrope5778]

have you ever doodled in your notebook/notes to clear your mind or keep yourself focused?

[@RaineMagyar]

I'm training as a counsellor and I have a pretty bad memory, forgetting names is something that I'm super worried about. How do you make sure you don't forget?

[@fatimamumtaz5428]

Heyyy Dr.Ali, I want to have your take on this question. How do you think covid has impacted people and will in the future especially teenagers and children. Teenagers because it definitely has been challenging for them with adapting to the new methods of education and stress management along with covid where everyone is on guard. I've heard stories of students giving up and committing suicide which is obviously unfortunate....... And also children (babies), seeing everyone and their family members masked (have their faces covered) whenever they go out and not interacting much with people. Because its what they are seeing through their eyes. Will this situation make them more awared as they grow up or will it make them afraid of the environment outside or make them depressed individuals in the future? What do you see the future of the mental health of this generation. Would love to have your opinion on this ☺️❤️ New Subscriber! Love your channel.

[@zen_mindset1]

You're helping me deal with life. 😁

[@yogita_02]

Sir, whenever I think about my future I get emotional and depressed. What should I do

[@subakdori]

Hello Dr.Ali ! what is difference between patient and client in psychology?

[@drali]

Usually it’s the preference of the clinician or where you work. I’ve used both.

[@subakdori]

@@drali aha thank you!

[@MallyBob27]

Hey ! im a prov psych thinking of making a channel, any advice? and do you edit your own videos?

[@drali]

Here's my advice: alimattu.com/blog/give-psychology-away. Up until this year I did edit all my own stuff. Good luck!

[@gea1586]

Good day! May I ask what age range of the client can be treated by the clinical psychologist? I am kinda confused if psychologist have limitations when it comes to their clients' age or if you/they can treat everyone regardless of their age hehe i hope you see this, thank you! btw, i am a psychology student pursuing that profession like yours hihi

[@lucynew2770]

hey i am thinking about being a psychologist i was just wondring if you have any tips i am only 14 so i have a long time to think about it i have a infj personality and a lot of people have told me i would be good at it oh and do you like your job or dose it give you anxiety?

[@racheljacobs7023]

Have you ever fangirled over another psychologist? 😻

[@drali]

Once, probably my 3rd year of grad school. Went up to them after their keynote at a conference to express my gratitude for their work and how much it influenced me. They were...kinda awkward about it. I have a very awkward photo of us together during that awkward moment as a memento.

[@racheljacobs7023]

Ooooh now I want to know who it was!

[@Yash7-10-30]

Can I get pinned from this amazing guy?

[@drali]

How about a comment reply?

[@Yash7-10-30]

@@drali works for me😂