Posted by Dinah on March 21, 2013, at 16:40:45
In reply to Re: Transference with psychiatrist, posted by AMB on March 21, 2013, at 10:37:14
Well, not necessarily. I know that many people have a picture of my therapist that isn't necessarily accurate or complete. Because what I post here is filtered through my lens. I often post when I'm angry, for example.
It certainly is worth a thought when many people with a detached vantage point have similar thoughts. It may even be worth a great number of thoughts. But recognize that we only know your therapist through your eyes, at this point in time. A relationship is far more than that. Other peoples' thoughts are just one item you should weigh in coming to a conclusion.
However, honesty in therapy is nearly always a better choice. Keeping things from a therapist is like keeping things from a doctor. It's in your own best interest for them to have an accurate picture.
If he responds in an unprofessional manner or seems overly gratified on a personal level, run don't walk to the nearest exit.
But I'm hoping he responds in a more mature and professional manner than that one isolated quote might suggest.
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