Dr. Akiva Perlman joins Mialibeled to discuss the evolution of therapy, its accessibility, and how it’s becoming more accepted in religious communities. He shares his insights on the barriers to therapy, the importance of overcoming fear, and how we can improve mental health support. Dr. Perlman also dives into the role of therapists, the history of therapy, and the misconceptions that still persist today.

0:00 Opening Montage
1:22 Meet Dr. Akiva Perlman
4:39 Making Therapy Accessible & Affordable
10:07 How Religious Communities Are Embracing Therapy
18:09 CubX Ad
19:32 Why Therapy Wasn’t Common Before: A Look at Its Evolution
24:27 The Journey to Self-Discovery
27:30 Isak Ad
28:47 Dr. Akiva Perlman’s Story & Career
37:46 Fear of Change: Taking the First Step Toward Therapy
43:51 How Politics Shapes the Mental Health Space
46:53 The Shortage of Qualified, Affordable Therapists—How Do We Fix It?
51:55 Sunset Window Fashions Ad
52:00 Should Therapists Give Advice? Understanding Their Role
57:13 Laibel on Jewish Music & What ‘Mislaibeled’ Means to Him
1:18:53 Mike Tyson & Mental Strength
1:21:08 Success vs. Ideology: Which Comes First?
1:49:53 The Moments Laibel Felt Most Aligned in Life
1:54:00 Akiva’s Biggest Inspirations & Influences
2:00:00 The Most Common Misconception About Therapy

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Inside the Mind: Dr. Akiva Perlman on Mental Health and Resilience