
Suggest Ways To Deal With Aggressive Behavior During Therapy

sorry you are in so much pain
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
It is almost always better in therapeutic relationships to discuss the problem. If you have had a productive therapeutic relationship with this counselor and you feel that she has helped you then I suggest that you talk to her about what happened and the effect it had on you. Starting with a new therapist is a slow process and I do not think just leaving because the therapist hurt you is the best route. If a therapist is inappropriate or abusive then yes you should just leave, but that does not sound like the case here.
Sometimes therapists (or doctors for that matter) are under pressure to see a certain number of patients and if they have people cancelling frequently it may even threaten their job. Please try to understand that the therapist may have issues going on in her life too. If she has generally been kind, supportive and helpful then try to talk to her.
You could start by saying something like this, "This is hard for me, but I really need to talk to you about what it did to me when you threatened to dismiss me from your practice". Then go on from there.
I wish you the best in this difficult situation,
Dr. Robinson


I feel like throwing up and I have broken down all alone on several occasions only to repeat the cycle. I have resorted again to being selfless, in-important and depressed.person who takes care of everyone but herself. Should I see pSychiatrist?
yes, see a psychiatrist
Detailed Answer:
It sounds like you do need a new therapist. It is one thing for a therapist to make an occasional hurtful statement or threaten to dismiss you from the practice, but it is quite another for the therapist to not be doing their job. You should never feel a need to take care of the therapist, that is inexcusable.
A psychiatrist could help regulate your medications and get you the best possible treatment under the circumstances.
I also think it would be good for you to consider finding a women's shelter or other resource that may be able to protect you and get you out of the dangerous environment.
It is hard enough to heal from past trauma, without having ongoing trauma on a daily basis
If you feel suicidal please go to emergency immediately
Dr Robinson


Thank you for this advice it helps to validate my thinking.
you are welcome
Detailed Answer:
This is a hard road that you are traveling. It is clear to me that you have gained the skills over your lifetime to get through this and find a better life for yourself. It takes time and finding ways to be kind to yourself. I can't think of a better reason to keep living and striving than children and grandchildren. I wish you the best and I hope you find peace and safety soon.
Dr. Robinson

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