Posted by Annierose on November 6, 2005, at 17:40:22
In reply to Re: Bringing up Termination » Pfinstegg, posted by Augustina on November 6, 2005, at 16:33:11
Hi -
I think deciding to end your theraputic relationship is a difficult one, and yes, a topic to discuss with your therapist. I have brought up the topic with my T, just so I would understand how she handles it. And I felt better knowing that it's a process (for her) that is done over a large amount of time ... maybe a year.I was happy to hear that she doesn't feel I'm ready just yet because I'm still attached and still want to work with her on that ... besides a host of other issues.
It's nice that you are feeling better and are considering it. So I do think it a worthwhile conversation to have, even if it's 6 months down the road. That will give you and your therapist plenty of time to explore your reasons for ending therapy now --- either you are ready -- or --- resistance of digging deeper (boy I do know that feeling).
You mention that you are exploring this within yourself. Maybe it's time to explore this with your T. It doens't mean he/she will say "okay, let's end this", rather, it will be like you suggested, a topic for you to explore together. Good Luck.
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