Posted by Phil on December 27, 2002, at 7:56:00
In reply to Therapist Is Causing Me Pain - Please Help!, posted by Emmie on December 27, 2002, at 1:32:53
Before you tell them they're fired, tell them how you feel. Tell the therapist that she seems uncaring and distant, be honest. She'll ask why you feel that way and you can tell her. At that point, she may say maybe you need to see someone else or she may surprise you and try to connect..doubtful. Whether or not you can get through to her, you just did a healthy thing by not running but confronting. Keep it professional and maintain eye contact. If she is still rude, ask her if she can recommend a therapist that isn't a bitch.
Why do you think the psychiatrist is getting worse? My shrink always asks me my meds, by the way. I think they all do. Tell him he seems more distracted and doesn't seem to listen. See what he says.
Many times when I'm down, I can read too much into things but most of us have a keen eye for BS. So, your observations are probably correct but give them a chance to answer.
I've asked therapist what I said 6 months ago and they'll repeat it verbatim. I was impressed.
If these people don't make you feel special and important, go somewhere else. You pay them-they work for you, don't forget that.
When you find a new 'staff', send those two letters asking that your records be forwarded to Dr. so&so for continuance of care. I'm not sure the psychologist can do that but the psychiatrist will.It may not be comfortable to confront these people but that's what therapy is: It's getting out of your comfort zone. Our comfort zone is what makes us miserable.
Let us know what you decide Emmie.
Phil
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