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Originally Posted by IndestructibleGirl
I asked her about attachment, and trauma, and she replied that in her day job she works with people with drug addiction stemming from attachment and trauma. I asked her in what capacity does she work with these people, and she couldn't really answer, except that it's not psychotherapy.
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If you're looking for a T that can help you with trauma issues, then I don't think T can help. If she has NEVER gone any psychotherapy with a trauma client....that would be a big "no no" for me (I was also looking for a trauma T when searching for mine). I certainly would not want to be the very first trauma client for a T.
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Originally Posted by IndestructibleGirl
She didn't sound very confident on the phone, she ummed and ahhed a lot.
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My T has over 10 years of experience and tends to "umm...ahhh" when he's thinking of something to say lol. That may just a personality/style of speech thing.
I would say you have nothing to lose by meeting her 1 time. During the meeting, see what vibes you get in person. I would also recommend being honest/blunt with her about the issues you want to work on during therapy, and asking her flat out what in her education/experience makes her think she can help you with your particular issues/goals.
I would also her ask basic policy questions such as canceling, contact outside session if that's important to you etc.
P.S. I know you're going through a training organization......is it possible for you to request a trainee T that has more experience? As in a trainee who is in her last year of training versus someone who just started a few months ago?