Therapy Talk with It's Complicated

What can tarot offer in a therapy room, without turning therapy esoteric?

In this episode, Johanne talks with Elizabeth Ritchie, an EMDR-certified and IFS-trained counsellor, about using tarot imagery as a reflective tool with clients who are open to it. They explore how images can help clients connect with parts of themselves, find a way into experiences that are difficult to put into words, and create new space for reflection.

Elizabeth shares examples from her practice, including how she introduces the cards, when she might choose not to use them, and how she keeps the client’s own meaning and agency at the centre. The conversation also touches on trauma-informed work, online sessions, client choice, and the difference between exploring what an image brings up and treating it as a prediction.

To finish, Elizabeth pulls a card for Johanne, offering a small glimpse of how this kind of image-based reflection can unfold.

What is Therapy Talk with It's Complicated?

In Therapy Talk, clinical psychologist and co-founder of It's Complicated, Johanne Schwensen, takes you on a captivating journey through the world of therapy.

In conversation with a diverse array of mental health professionals, the various modalities are demystified, and therapy's intersection with society is explored. Whether you're a therapy-seeker or simply psychologically curious, Therapy Talk offers valuable insights and a fresh perspective on the impact of therapy.

Find your Therapist at: https://www.complicated.life

Music by Kadri Arula