What role do you see your therapist in?

[Gs172003]

I see mine as an authority figure..I don't know why. I have been to traditional therapy before and didn't feel that way. Does anybody else feel like that or am I crazy?

 

[UnicornSightings]

Last one a maternal figure, one before huge authority figure, soooooo intimidated by her, current one, I don’t know yet. Almost equals but he listens way more. It’s super weird.

 

[BigBirdsSister]

I see mine as a guide but also sort of a care taker. Mostly guidance but in terms of care, I do need to her to help me realise when I am getting unwell because I don't always see it myself. From there I usually do as she suggests to take care of myself. I also see her as an ally.

 

[Deleted member 37474]

First T: Strong Intimidating Woman figure. Empowering, but also very triggering.

Current T: Kind “big sister” mentor type. Wise. She is really good at validating while making me look at things in a way that almost forces me to consider self-care.

 

[Gs172003]

My last therapist I just saw as, well, a therapist lol

 

[Freida]

Tour guide. I'm trying to navigate my way out of hell... her job is to help me read the map

 

[Tinyflame]

A Professional who (probably) puts their pants on one leg at a time, like I do, will die one day, like I will, and is paid frequently an exorbitant amount of money to share their expertise & knowledge in an attempt for me to salvage or save what is left of my life.

 

[EveHarrington]

Just a therapist.

She guides me but I don’t hesitate to throw away the bad advice.

 

[MyWillow]

Definitely a professional. I'm a scientist and I feel that mutual respect in the room. However I'm also a specialist in animal behaviour/welfare - when I'm training an animal I optimise that special mix of art and science, and I'm passionate about building the relationship. My psychologist works similarly. I think that's why I never question the $ vs relationship because that's what I do with animals.

 

[Deleted member 42665]

more friend like than anything else

 

[Gs172003]

Definitely a professional. I'm a scientist and I feel that mutual respect in the room. However I'm als...

That's awesome.

 

[Missycat]

A professional and at times an authority figure. Shes a pyschologist so knows her stuff and i trust her with my mind ! Lol :woot: