Posted by gardenergirl on June 10, 2007, at 14:39:43
In reply to my T - therapist or mentor? (long), posted by wishingstar on June 10, 2007, at 10:48:24
I had similar wishes about my T awhile back. At one point I realized that it was possible that there could be an opening at the health center where he works, and I would love to apply for that. But I could never work for him, it just wouldn't be right for either of us. That was a grieving process for me, because like you, I respect my T and want to be like him in many ways. And it's also exactly the kind of place I'd like to work. When we talked about it, he said something I'll always treasure. He said that the loss goes both ways.
So I have had and will have to look for mentors somewhere else. It's different in that the person doesn't know your issues really really well, so sometimes you don't really quite get to the place you'd like, but it's still valuable. And of course there's the benefit of learning from a variety of viewpoints. And I find I still learn from my T, too. But it is a trade-off.
Laurie sounds like a great role model. I can see why you'd want to work with her as a mentor. :)
Take care,
gg
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