Why do children lie even when they know the truth? Learn how Behavioral Math helps child and family therapists understand lying, reduce shame, address attachment needs, and help caregivers build trust through trauma-informed, relationship-based interventions.

In this episode of the Gettin' Gritty for Mental Health Therapists Podcast, therapist and entrepreneur Jen Zorb discusses her transition from clinical practice to founding The Pearl Project, an initiative offering tangible grief and bereavement support resources. The discussion explores navigating therapist entrepreneurship, overcoming the fear of rejection, and redefining work-life balance through seasonal balance.

Why do children lie even when telling the truth would be easier? Learn Behavioral Math, a practical attachment-informed therapy intervention that helps children, parents, and therapists understand the thoughts, feelings, and body sensations underneath lying and other challenging behaviors.

Struggling with therapist imposter syndrome, perfectionism, or overpreparing for sessions? Learn how new and early-career therapists can build clinical confidence through action, self-compassion, authentic connection, and getting comfortable with uncertainty.