They're people just like us though. Of course it's hard for clients to cope with a break like that, and I do empathise, but if the therapist gives the client notice and time to prepare, then I'd imagine it's surely an acceptable thing to do in any country? After all they can move away altogether, and although that might not feel therapeutic or fair to current clients, it's their right to live their life as they choose.

I'd struggle with three months and I think I'd try to make use of other support during that time, even if that support wasn't great, I think I'd still give it a go.