Posted by lucie lu on October 8, 2008, at 13:31:08
In reply to ((((((((((((Everyone )))))))))))), posted by lemonaide on October 7, 2008, at 23:20:06
Lemonaide,
You mentioned that you feel that she controls the sessions, and won't let you off the hook and talk about fluff. But there is an issue of pacing and timing within the sessions, and you should be an equal partner in determining that. It's something that should be negotiated. Since you are still in the early stages with her, it might be helpful to bring this out and right up front. Negotiate with her how you can let her know when you need more time and maybe a break. She can negotiate with you about how you'd like to be interacted with when she feels you'd benefit from not dropping something. Without such information, she may feel that you like her to take the lead. Remember that she is still getting to know you and what your needs are and how you operate. It will work out better if you can just talk directly about this with her. It is YOUR therapy, after all.
Good luck,
Lucie
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