I'll do this quickly: Even though the series as a whole is entertaining and a bit educating and it is nice to see a positive character with a psychiatric disorder on screen, this episode gives the public completely wrong ideas about confidentiality and the therapeutic relationship. See spoiler for specifics.
***SPOILER*** I am referring to the Doctor discussing Pierce's presence at the clinic, let alone details of confidential conversations with outsiders, as happening with Paul Haley. Also, suggesting to Dr. Pierce to see a different therapist seems appropriate - offering him "oof-the-book"-help in the form of friendship isn't. Becoming privately involved with former clients would not be taken lightly as there is a great imbalance of power in a relationship that starts out as doctor - patient. ***SPOILER END***
***SPOILER*** I am referring to the Doctor discussing Pierce's presence at the clinic, let alone details of confidential conversations with outsiders, as happening with Paul Haley. Also, suggesting to Dr. Pierce to see a different therapist seems appropriate - offering him "oof-the-book"-help in the form of friendship isn't. Becoming privately involved with former clients would not be taken lightly as there is a great imbalance of power in a relationship that starts out as doctor - patient. ***SPOILER END***
