My T doesn't normally do things I would consider ridiculous, which is one primary reason I stay with him. I've tried other therapists and found many were unsuitable or just weren't very bright. In line with what someone else said, I think social work degrees are among the easiest to get. ( I also think nontherapist social workers are undervalued in our society)..

I think it's like any profession- a small group will excel at the job, others will be mediocre, and a number aren't so good what they do. Also depends on how high or low the bar is and whose looking. If no one's looking, perhaps the bar is too low.