Posted by PM80 on April 13, 2005, at 7:52:15
In reply to Re: first visit to pyschologist tomorrow, posted by Dinah on April 12, 2005, at 22:53:29
"What brings you here today?" will definitely be the first question. Dinah is right, it will be sort of like an interview, by you and a little by him/her. He might also ask questions analogous to a form you would fill out before meeting a doctor for the first time (do they do that form thing in all countries?), asking about your background and possibly some family history. Depending on why you've decided to go, he/she will most likely ask questions to help them determine the severity of the problem and what other (or underlying) problems exist. The T should make a healthy amount of eye contact with you and listen to what you have to say. He will probably be writing things down most of the time. You should not find his manner offensive. Again, if you don't like him, go to someone else.
Good luck.
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