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Originally Posted by HazelGirl
T,
Well, you keep insisting that you're okay with seeing me free of charge for a few months. And you say you won't let anything get in the way of our appointments. Do you even know what you are getting yourself into? I guess if you haven't figured it out by now, you are just too clueless or your rose-colored glasses are too dark. I am terrible and awful and not worth your time, and I am confused about why you can't see that. Instead of seizing the opportunity to take a break from having to tolerate me for a few months, you are choosing to see me free of charge. That's really confusing and scary to me. I feel like I will owe you and will have to pay you back somehow in the future. I know you won't say that, but I don't want you to get tired of me and resent me. I can't live up to the expectations I know you want me to. I will be a disappointment. I am sorry, for taking up your time and for being annoying. I don't deserve you.
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HazelGirl, did you know that it's actually a part of the Ethical Principles and Code of Conduct for psychologists (which would probably be similar to other types of therapists, such as MSSW, LCSW, etc.), that they strive to do pro bono work? This is from the American Psychological Association's website:
Principle B: Fidelity and Responsibility
...........Psychologists strive to contribute a portion of their professional time for little or no compensation or personal advantage.
I think in general, most (not all) therapists are some of the best people in the world, regarding kindness, generosity, etc. So let your T give you this gift. Tell her your fears of how it might backfire down the road. I bet she'll reassure you.