I understood that he wants you to see someone else while he's away. My point is, he's gone for three months, he doesn't get to dictate what you do. I think it's a good idea to see new guy at least every other week, ideally more often, but I just don't think your MIA therapist should be able to tell you what to do. He tells you that you can't come twice a week, but then he tells you how often you must see the replacement t and when you can start seeing him? This bothers me. But he's your t. I hope this power dynamic feels okay to you and is helping you.