Posted by Dinah on October 11, 2009, at 8:39:33
In reply to i don't like women therapists-whats wrong with me?, posted by elizabeth31 on October 10, 2009, at 23:08:35
It's a personal relationship, so I think it's perfectly ok to choose a therapist based on who you think will be able to help you most. There are enough people who prefer women therapists that it balances out. I think I've come to the realization that while I prefer female doctors, I prefer male therapists. Although with the right person I can see myself with a female therapist and a male doctor (at least in most specialties).
On the other hand, a very strong feeling about women might suggest that someday there might be benefit in seeing a woman therapist. At least if you find that your issues interfere with other areas of your life. For me, I don't really think they do, so I think I'm fine picking the best person I can find for *me*.
(I'm sure however that any experienced therapist has heard these things before. After all, therapy is around for just that reason. The right therapist would be able to understand and tolerate those feelings in order to better help you.)
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