Posted by seldomseen on September 23, 2008, at 20:36:02
In reply to Re: My session today and ?'s about what is therapy?, posted by lemonaide on September 23, 2008, at 18:21:05
Okay, you've let him know your thoughts. He seems to have responded to them honestly, though he may have been a bit defensive.
Next week perhaps you should be very specific about what you would like for him to do prior to, during and after your therapy visit.
Wait and see if his behaviour changes. See if he responds to your needs before you build a strong enough case for termination.
Sometimes we just have to spell it out for them.
I think this has been a big rupture, however and will take some work on both your parts to get to the repair.
You have done some good work with this man and one rift will not undo that.
I do not think he thinks you are delusional or anything of the sort, I think he just may disagree with the way you are interpreting things. These disagreements can be managed and don't have to lead to the demonization and termination of therapy.
Seldom.
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