Posted by coral on November 12, 2000, at 8:40:42
In reply to Re: Uhh.....welll......., posted by Peter S on November 11, 2000, at 21:03:19
Dear Peter,
I may well have misunderstood. On the issue of suicide, I'm not trying to absolve anyone of their professional responsibility, and wholeheartedly disagree with the concept that if someone in therapy does commit suicide, he/she failed therapy. On the other hand, if someone does commit suicide, is it anyone's fault? That's obviously a philosophical discussion for the ages.
I don't know what state you're in, but in Michigan, it's extremely easy to get someone committed for observation. A spouse can do it, and even an employer can do it.
If I may be so bold, it seems that the therapist's insensitive response to your statement of suicide was symptomatic of your relationship with him and he was not meeting your needs. That alone is sufficient reason to find another therapist. I admire your willingness to discuss it with him and hopefully he will improve with future clients.
Best of luck in your recovery and finding another therapist.
Coral
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