Posted by fires on August 19, 2004, at 14:05:15
For the first time since 1989, I am planning to see a therapist. CBT only, for physical illness coping.
My therapist (likely "she") will be informed of my rules on my initial visit. Any violation of my rules may result in my therapy being summarily ended. The rules are that I will not tolerate any of the following behaviors on her part:
1) Stating/implying that my symptoms are due to "emotions" and/or "stress".
2)Any attempt to coerce me into believing any theory of hers -- that I have rejected.
3)Addressing me by my first name prior to asking my permission to do so.
4) Any behavior on her part that indicates that her thinking is too "fringe" for me or blatantly unscientific.
5)If she tolerates any behavior on my part which is whiny and/or age inappropriate.
6)If she fails to stay alert and/or awake.
7)If she encourages "needy" behaviors on my part.
8)If she fails to give me my total amount of time (50 mins. ?)
Of course, I can choose not to summarily terminate her if I decide not to.
Follow-ups to follow.
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