[MusicLover79]

A couple months ago my therapist had disclosed to me that he used to be in therapy. I think about it all the time now and I really want to ask him why he was in therapy. I feel like it would be kind of inappropriate because it's his life, but what if it's something I could relate to? Should I ask him about it? I don't want to ruin my relationship with him because of curiosity.

[Jdog123]

I'm not sure why for him, but I do know that all therapists with a Masters and PhD counseling psychologists must see a therapist as part of their training in graduate school. One of my therapists said that she had to see two different therapists, one who was opposite sex, during her Masters training. So perhaps he saw one because of this. And everyone has issues so it's not surprising that he did! I think that the why is less important. Knowing that my therapist has been in my place makes me feel like she gets me more (she did disclose that she had done therapy at some, but I already knew this based on the requirements for her degree).

[Daeva]

Yes Jdog is right, during their education T's have to get counselling. However if you are still curious it couldn't hurt to ask, he may ask why you want to know, etc. Just be honest, if he feels it's too personal he won't share, but I doubt he'll be upset with you or mad.

[MusicLover79]

Thanks. I know some grad schools do make you do counseling as part of their program and it could be that. Hmm idk. I might ask him tomorrow when I see him. Maybe

[Daeva]

Good luck, don't get too anxious over it, he's trained to react well, and he did disclose.

[Petra5ed]

I was relieved when mine finally mentioned they were also in therapy. My thinking is, all therapists should have gone to therapy. For one, it's good to know what it's like to be a client. And for two, one of the prerequisites for becoming a therapist is that you are a little crazy.

[Daeva]

Originally Posted by Petra5ed

I was relieved when mine finally mentioned they were also in therapy. My thinking is, all therapists should have gone to therapy. For one, it's good to know what it's like to be a client. And for two, one of the prerequisites for becoming a therapist is that you are a little crazy.

Ha isn't that the truth! "We're all a bit mad here." Alice in Wonderland.

[MusicLover79]

Ha thanks I ended up chickening out and not asking. oh well. Maybe next time when I might be more brave?