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In this episode of Both Sides of the Couch, Kari gets honest about imperfection, the kind therapists aren’t always allowed to show. She explores what it means to make mistakes in the therapy room, how she recognizes when she’s missed the mark, and why taking responsibility strengthens rather than damages relationships.

Kari shares her own experiences of acknowledging errors with clients, reflecting on moments she’s caught them later, and the courage it takes when a client calls out a mistake she didn’t notice. She also discusses the importance of modeling accountability, not defensiveness, and draws parallels to the medical world, where chronic illness patients often face providers who struggle to admit when they’re wrong.

The core message? Admitting mistakes is an act of integrity, not failure. It creates trust, repair, and connection in therapy, in medicine, and in everyday relationships.

✨ Takeaway: Practice saying, “I made a mistake.” Small acts of accountability build the muscle to handle bigger moments with compassion, confidence, and care.

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