Posted by floatingbridge on January 24, 2010, at 21:27:47
In reply to therapist reaction ((possible trigger)), posted by Roslynn on January 20, 2010, at 14:59:45
Rosylnn,
I agree w/ Dinah and others. Sounds like she may have her own issuses w/ self-injury--and that may not be to your therapeutic benefit.My second responses was her ultimatum smacks of that of am overwhelmed parent. Whenever I catch myself in the midst of a nonsensical ultimatum to my child, I know it's time to step back and look at my trigger. However, it's your session, not hers.
You could ask her bluntly about this--if she's comfortable treating you. If not, it's no way a personal reflection upon you(!)
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