[Inner_Firefly]

Suddenly worried, what if it happens? What's the best thing to do?

[ReptileInYourHead]

Say excuse me?
Hiding it is tough when there are only the two of you in the room, I say own it and move on.

[Out There]

Try not to worry about it. It happens. Therapists get gas too.

[AllHeart]

What can you do? Die inside for a minute, scream in horror then apologize, laugh, leave the room if the stench is unbearable, laugh again, keep talking and pretend it didn't happen, go into a state of panic insisting there is a gas leak in the building, blameshift the fart you laid onto your t, keep laughing, express gratitude for not having sharted. The options are really endless. Everyone is human. Therefore, everyone farts. It happens. And it will eventually be forgotten.

[ElectricManatee]

I agree with Reptile. Politely excuse yourself and then move on. My T told me that somebody once vomited in session with her. Maybe just be grateful it wasn't that!

[Argonautomobile]

Originally Posted by AllHeart

What can you do? Die inside for a minute, scream in horror then apologize, laugh, leave the room if the stench is unbearable, laugh again, keep talking and pretend it didn't happen, go into a state of panic insisting there is a gas leak in the building, blameshift the fart you laid onto your t, keep laughing, express gratitude for not having sharted. The options are really endless. Everyone is human. Therefore, everyone farts. It happens. And it will eventually be forgotten.

Haha, this is the best reply ever!

[doogie]

On the outside, I would say "excuse me" and move on. On the inside I would never want to return and be horribly embarrassed!! However, I'm sure therapists have seen a bit of everything in session.

[unaluna]

I think this explains why current t has the clients chair SO FAR from his chair. Its all the way kitty corner across the room. As Chandler would say, could it BE any farther?! The air circulation is pretty good in there too.

[Argonautomobile]

Originally Posted by ElectricManatee

I agree with Reptile. Politely excuse yourself and then move on. My T told me that somebody once vomited in session with her. Maybe just be grateful it wasn't that!

Last time this came up on the forum, It made me think of all those mesh waste baskets offices usually have. Imagine having to puke in one of those? Puke Colander.

I used to get incredibly nauseated during EMDR. My T's wastebasket was mesh. Thought I'd have to puke in my briefcase.

[LonesomeTonight]

Originally Posted by Argonautomobile

Last time this came up on the forum, It made me think of all those mesh waste baskets offices usually have. Imagine having to puke in one of those? Puke Colander.

I used to get incredibly nauseated during EMDR. My T's wastebasket was mesh. Thought I'd have to puke in my briefcase.

At least mine have plastic trashcans (I think? Not sure of T2's). But MC's is under his desk. I'd have to climb over him to get to it, so I'd probably end up puking on him instead! Assuming T2's is under his desk as well, at least I could get there without climbing over him (note to self, next session, check location of trash can). Problem is, bathroom is way outside in the hall, not even off the waiting room. (The things you consider as an emetophobe...)

[atisketatasket]

They say that when members of couples feel free to pass gas in front of each other, it’s a strong, trusting relationship. Tell your therapist that if it happens.

[nottrustin]

T has so many gastrointestinal issues that she wouldn't think anything if I did. So I would just continue on with our conversation.

[ElectricManatee]

Originally Posted by Argonautomobile

Last time this came up on the forum, It made me think of all those mesh waste baskets offices usually have. Imagine having to puke in one of those? Puke Colander.

I used to get incredibly nauseated during EMDR. My T's wastebasket was mesh. Thought I'd have to puke in my briefcase.

Suddenly realizing why my T's wastebasket is solid, sturdy plastic with a plastic liner inside. Once bitten, twice shy...

[chihirochild]

[zoiecat]

I would die of embarrassment. As far as puking, T has mesh cans with clear plastic bags inside. Once during EMDR I told him I thought I would puke and he put one of the trash cans be my leg. Thank goodness I didn't need it.

[childofchaos831]

My T brings her dog to work, so, ummm... ya, I blame the dog if it is that noticeable.

Well I say it's better out than in.
My t often burps in session and once my supervisor farted. I pretended I didn't hear it and carried on talking.

[WarmFuzzySocks]

If either of us passed gas audibly, I'd probably laugh, say oops, and make a fart joke. Best to deal with the awkwardness head-on.

I live with teenage boys, so there's a whole lotta farting going on around me on a regular basis. It doesn't phase me much any more.

[growlycat]

Where is the option for holding it in until one’s head explodes?

[MessyD]

I'd say congratulations, finally I feel comfortable around you

[darkestpart]

my t has burped in front of me. i would die if he farted, and there’s no way in hell i’d let one rip! i have a fear of puking in front of people. t has a mesh trash can with a liner in it. but i would head to the bathroom if i felt the least bit queasy.

[toomanycats]

If there's nothing to notice, then yay - don't have to do a thing.
If you find that it's noticeable either because of scent or sound, I would simply apologize and laugh it off.

[toomanycats]

P.S., when I was pregnant, this happened a lot. You lose the ability to hold it in lol.

[WrkNPrgress]

My T farted in session once. Right in the middle of me talking about something. I ignored it but It made me smile inside. I figure that means she's comfortable and vice versa.

[rjdb]

I bend over and grunt loudly in the bathroom, making sure to squeeze all the gas out of my undulating buttcheeks before a session. It works, except for the occasional shart.