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I was issued a new shrink and went in for the usual rehashing of my life that you do with a new shrink. And the guy was more Dr. Phil than I'm comfortable with. He was way too blunt, and insensitive IMO. I can't say that he doesn't know his stuff, he's an expert in his area, and even teaches part time. But so- Dr. Phil is the best description I can give. Great for tv, lousy in real life.
Two things that I will -never- get over... Him saying that he doesn't know why I'm still alive, and; Him saying that I was one of the worst cases of PTSD hes seen in his 30y practice.
Really! I mean, really!!!!!!!! Who blurts that out after only knowing someone for like an hour????? I was in his office for 3 hours! I have never had a visit last that long. It was insane.
He said my next visit would be a more typical visit and that he just wanted to get to know me. But its been days and I still haven't gotten over having to talk for so long about so many horrible things at once.
I hate shrinks. But a girls gotta have her meds to sleep at night, huh?
Two things that I will -never- get over... Him saying that he doesn't know why I'm still alive, and; Him saying that I was one of the worst cases of PTSD hes seen in his 30y practice.
Really! I mean, really!!!!!!!! Who blurts that out after only knowing someone for like an hour????? I was in his office for 3 hours! I have never had a visit last that long. It was insane.
He said my next visit would be a more typical visit and that he just wanted to get to know me. But its been days and I still haven't gotten over having to talk for so long about so many horrible things at once.
I hate shrinks. But a girls gotta have her meds to sleep at night, huh?
Before you write him off, talk to him about his comments. Tell him you are trying to keep things positive in your life and his comments upset you as they were negative and inappropriate. You have nothing to lose and if he realizes he is any good he should appreciate you for standing your ground. If not find a new one
Good luck
I am actually currently an adult student studying to be a psychologist and I can tell you that they are not all like that.
I am sorry for your terrible experience.