I like sittingatwatersedge's idea about giving your T a choice of options to jumpstart the discussion. Sunrise's point about taking a break to gain perspective is good too!
Your therapy is about you. You should extricate yourself from any situation that isn't working for you, if it can't be changed. I would mention to your T that you're unhappy with your current progress. A good T will be open to constructive criticism about what's happening.
Think of your T as your employee. You're paying this person (through the nose, LOL) to help you. If you're not getting what you need, TO THE CURB!
I had to terminate my former T for reasons similar to yours. But first, I gave him a chance. I brought up my concerns and did it in a non-threatening way. I really wanted his suggestions for things we could do together to jumpstart the process, make it more engaging and interesting.
He went with me up to a certain point, but when I said I wanted to bring in my art materials and do some drawing in session, he wrinkled his nose and said he didn't like "weird little projects."
That was my cue to KICK HIM TO THE CURB! And I did!
You might just need a different therapist. Good luck! Searching for a new T can be punishing and discouraging...but it's better than setting your money on fire with someone who is wasting your time.
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