Hi MD,

When people seek support with their mental health, a therapist is often a significant element of their support system.

However temporary they may be, changes to this support network can be very destabilising.

I am still learning to accept the intensity of my emotions (in the midst of a deep grieving process) and my relationship with my therapist is a key aspect of this work.

When she announced a significant change in our routine this summer, I found myself in the position of having to widen my support network in order to feel the same level of support.

The response definitely depends on where the client is in their process, but it's more unusual to be blasé about whether the therapist is there or not.

Thanks for the opportunity to reflect,

Lost