[purplemystery]

I have two weeks left with my T, and the rule has always been that I can only see her once a week (I see her through a college counseling center). But she said that for the last week I could see her a few times if I wanted, so that I would have extra time. She seemed fine with as many days that week as I wanted, but I was feeling afraid to ask for more than 3 because I didn't want to appear too needy.

Next week is my second-to-last week. I am not feeling good about where we are right now, and I'm starting to get panicky that I won't have time to say everything that I need to say. I feel like I desperately need to talk to her after last session. Do you think it would over step a line to ask for another session this coming week, even though it isn't our last week? I'm thinking about leaving her a voicemail tomorrow to ask.

My T does have strict boundaries so I am afraid to call her on the phone, but at the same time maybe I should ask for what I need?

[Wren_]

I think you could always ask ... and that way you space out the ending more

[purplemystery]

Thanks tigergirl, maybe I should just ask. It's getting down to the end, so it's more important than ever that I do what I need to do.

[Wren_]

If she says no ... it doesn't really change where you already are; but if she says yes ... it might really help you especially right now - so why not

[AllyIsHopeful]

I agree with asking. The worst she could say is "no" and you will still be able to have extra time with her the last week. She could also always agree to extra sessions, but you will never know if you don't ask! And I think that "what if?" feeling is heavier to hold in the end.

I'm sorry you are struggling with this and I hope all the extra sessions bring you the closure you need.

[purplemystery]

Thank you both-- you helped me get the courage, though I spent at least 10 minutes holding my phone before actually calling!

I ended up telling the receptionist what the message was about, and she said I could make an appointment, so we did. But I made sure the receptionist would ask my T if it was okay and to call me back if it wasn't. I didn't get a call back, so I guess it's okay!