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Originally Posted by Nerak67
I struggle with this. I know my t cares but I have a hard time with how they can just turn it off when I leave. When I am in a really bad state and they know it it bothers me to think that they can just go about their lives basically I impacted by the fact that I am falling apart. I know they have to learn to do this to function as they have many patients. But, if someone I care about is suffering it really affects me and I can't just put it out if my mind. So sometimes I think you have to be a little cold to be a t.
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They don't just turn it off. They learn to reflect in a productive way and to let go of emotions that don't further the client's progress. It's a protective distancing, but it contributes to keeping therapy functional (and keeps Ts on track ethically and helps prevent burn out). It doesn't always work, and it doesn't completely eliminate sleepless nights. My T said putting this into practice was the hardest part of his job.