Posted by Rigby on March 23, 2006, at 9:58:04
In reply to Therapy Termination Question, posted by Veracity on March 22, 2006, at 14:45:46
Hi Veracity,
Yup, I' concur with the others too!
The only $.02 I'd add is that you may want to read a really good book on termination called, "When To Say Goodbye To Your Therapist." It's by Catherine Johnson. A quick read.
It's an excellent book whether you plan on terminating soon or not--good for anyone in therapy.
I think a big thing in therapy is rehearsing goodbyes--leaving the nest in a way. So testing the waters--quitting and coming back--rehearsing that you want to go and then you don't--seems natural.
I agree that your therapist might have made an error and read you wrong but this doesn't sound like a troubled relationship--one that just needs a little mending or communication from you.
This is a **great** learning and growth opportunity!
Best,
Rigby
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