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Old May 20, 2007, 09:45 AM
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A new T can't know what you like right away? You may have to "teach" her what you like.

Yes, in the beginning it might seem artificial but if you look at what was asked instead of "that" it was asked at your request or the wording, etc. and go with that, eventually you won't notice the framing anymore; you know what you are looking for so learn to give that to yourself, that's really what therapy is all about. When your T asks a "wrong" question or gives a response that isn't as helpful as what you're thinking, tell her what you'd "like" to respond and why! I think therapy is a give and take learning experience, not just the therapist or you following a pre-written script.
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