Posted by Pfinstegg on February 12, 2005, at 11:56:24
In reply to some other alternatives . . . » DustBuster, posted by Aphrodite on February 12, 2005, at 11:29:09
Yes, you are right. There is definitely such a thing as being re-traumatized by telling in too much detail, or, I guess especially, with too much painful emotion. I think I forgot about that! My analyst is extremely gentle and patient, and I think he really trusts me not to talk about things before I'm ready- and himself not to push..Still, all the alternative things which your therapist does sound really good. You can express what feels safe- both detail and emotion-and benefit. Then, later, if you feel safer, you might express more. Sorry for forgetting about that!
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