Posted by Dr. Bob on June 17, 2001, at 17:28:52
In reply to Re: Especially not them!, posted by Willow on June 17, 2001, at 13:46:01
> I sat here playing "Free Cell" trying to figure out wether to post or not?
Free Cell? Some kind of game?
> With my spouse's and friend's encouragement during a weak moment I confided something to the therapist that I hadn't shared with anybody. The whole tone of the conversation changed. He was visibly affected and kinda brushed off the subject when I mentioned it again during better moments.
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> So my view of the situation is that it frustrated him or changed his view of my situation. Him not broaching the subject again, perhaps feeling unable or inadequate in some way.
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> Who knows? Therapists are human too, with their own sets of thoughts; once in awhile we get a glimpse of this and I don't think the therapeutic partnership really enjoys this.It's hard on each side sometimes. Good for you for mentioning it again (and for bringing it up in the first place). It does sound like he had some kind of emotional reaction that got in the way of him discussing it further with you. Which is too bad.
Bob
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