Posted by Annierose on June 8, 2008, at 10:21:34
In reply to Letting myself be vulnerable, calling my therapist, posted by brassneck on June 8, 2008, at 9:01:47
For me, I find the direct approach works best. And then painfully waiting for an answer. Sometimes ... those moments between me asking a question and awaiting her reply seem long and foreboding ... but I always manage to take deep breaths and wait until she says something.
So I would ask, "Do you have a policy regarding phone calls between sessions?" I have never asked. Based on my on-going relationship with my therapist I know I can call and she will return my phone the same day. I hardly ever phone so I know I haven't crossed that boundary of calling too much.
Asking your t at the beginning of your relationship is appropriate ... so you know the score, so to speak. As my t would say, "move towards your fear and ask."
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