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Old Apr 14, 2011, 04:36 PM
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Originally Posted by Waitfornot View Post
Has anyone asked their T why they do what they do? Do you get an actual answer that satisfies you?
Yes. I do know why my T chose his profession.

I can't see why your T would be so secretive about this. Professional questions like this--the therapist's qualifications, skills, training, credentials, etc.--are not crossing boundaries. I think your T is being unnecessarily secretive and protective. Is she ashamed of the reason why she chose to be a therapist? It's strange she won't answer!

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Originally Posted by Waitfornot
She says until I can talk more about how it would help me then she will not talk to me about why she does what she does.
How about "I am interested and curious."

I think Ts need to be careful about how they answer questions like this, as I think being too closed and secretive can harm the relationship. JMO. It's not like you asked her address or the names of her children or if she ever had a drug abuse problem. Your question is very reasonable and related to her practice and profession. Sheeesh! At my second or third question, my T invited me to ask him questions like this. It helps build the relationship and client confidence if the T talks about his/her training and approach with the client. It seems amazing your T would not know that.
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