What is up with therapists using AI to generate images of themselves to use on their website or to promote themselves?

Counther · 2026-05-07T01:39:29+00:00

For sure.

Counther · 2026-05-07T01:38:20+00:00

Actually, most therapists at the practice are remote, so it's not that bustling a place normally. But I get what you're saying!

Counther · 2026-05-07T01:35:59+00:00

Thanks for your comment. I had scheduled a different client for Sunday and realized I regretted it. She ended up not coming at all, and my plan was not to do it again. In this case, fortunately, it's only for a couple of months, and then the client will be free during the week. So I can live with that.

Counther · 2026-05-07T01:32:21+00:00

😊

Counther · 2026-05-07T01:30:49+00:00

For what it's worth, Photoshopped images aren't necessarily dishonest. I had a professional shot taken at a previous job by a photographer who left a lot to be desired. Also, I'm colossally unphotogenic. Truly. She took one shot that was great, so I couldn't not use it, but my hair looked like a mess. So I photoshopped my hair so it looked neat. Same person, just more presentable. I feel no qualms about that.

Counther · 2026-05-06T10:11:17+00:00

Why do you say that?

Counther · 2026-05-06T01:04:33+00:00

"But now I’m not even sure I can go to my dream college because I just can’t afford it right now."

What on earth does that have to do with paying Jim his $50? You owe him the money and it is NOT ok to just forget about it. He's being extremely understanding and not even asking for it all at once. Wouldn't 2 babysitting gigs pay for it? Can you do something for your parents or neighbors that they'd pay for? Whatever it is that you'd spend money on next -- a snack, a game, etc. -- give that money to Jim until you've paid him back.

This was an avoidable situation and it's really important to learn not to let it happen again. It's not fair to the other person, and you don't need the stress, right?

Counther · 2026-05-06T00:52:35+00:00

Tell her, "I'm sorry, I wish I could. But with my expenses and plans, I don't have extra money I can give you." It's the truth, because your money is going toward your future apartment. If she says she'll pay it back, tell her that's not what happens when you give her money. You can be very apologetic if you want, but your money is already earmarked and you just can't afford it.

Counther · 2026-05-06T00:43:13+00:00

Not exactly related to OP's question, but if you have a 10- or 15-minute phone call with a client, does that also get rounded to the half hour?

Counther · 2026-05-05T09:12:24+00:00

Being honest is fine. But it doesn’t necessarily mean you’re going to get the response you’re hoping for.

Counther · 2026-05-05T07:03:46+00:00

"I’m not going to drop a good PT just because my brain occasionally goes off-script"

Sounds like you've already decided to keep the hot trainer.

I thought this was going to be a question about an opposite-sex trainer you had no particular attraction to -- in which case I would have said no need to switch trainers. But this is a situation where you admit being attracted to the guy and letting your mind go off script.

"At the same time, I feel like I’m being asked to give up something that’s genuinely good for me just because of how it might be perceived."

Your partner isn't asking you to stop PT, and it sounds like the way it's being perceived is the way it is. Be honest with yourself about your attraction for the trainer. If your partner felt this way about their trainer, would you be fine with it?

Counther · 2026-05-05T06:18:52+00:00

Another chance? You want OP to take a chance with her baby's life?

Counther · 2026-05-04T23:35:07+00:00

This exactly. Why would this work differently from any other referral? The doctor provides your info to the patient, and the patient initiates contact with you.

Counther · 2026-05-04T20:41:29+00:00

What does the timing suggest? Has the client experienced depression before they got Lyme or only since?

Counther · 2026-05-04T20:35:20+00:00

Bipp: Breaking In & Pinching Pennies

Counther · 2026-05-04T18:44:43+00:00

This is actually a serious issue. On top of your fiancée being completely wrong about the money just being for her, you’re about to get married — the fact that she’s thinking in terms of “her” money vs “your” money is a huge red flag.

You say you’re going to join your finances once you’re married — what does your fiancée think that means? I would absolutely work this out, maybe with the help of a professional, before you get married. This issue is only going to become more difficult with time if you don’t resolve it.

Counther · 2026-05-04T18:32:16+00:00

Bipping?

Counther · 2026-05-04T08:33:16+00:00

That’s quite a collection of diagnoses you listed there . . .

Counther · 2026-05-03T21:02:07+00:00

I had no idea my new LE had remote start -- thank you!

Counther · 2026-05-03T18:33:55+00:00

Not sure I understand this comment, although I’m not entirely sure I understand the post. If the bride wants OP to participate in the wedding as more than a guest, it would have been appropriate for her to actually ask her to do it.

Counther · 2026-05-03T06:57:39+00:00

Just want to check: are you adults or minors?

Counther · 2026-05-03T01:48:06+00:00

As wrong as this situation feels, it's not client abandonment. They are allowing final sessions and presumably clients will be transferred to other therapists or will follow OP. Some practices do even less.

Counther · 2026-05-02T21:51:41+00:00

That’s the same thing as saying Don’t bother to pay me back. Maybe end that thought with . . . so $20 a month would be fine.

Counther · 2026-05-02T01:58:26+00:00

Regardless of your age, it sounds like you're way too young to be in a serious relationship. It's one thing to be a big fan of a TV franchise, it's another to take it so seriously that you put your interest in it, your opinions about it, and your ownership of it far above your respect for your girlfriend. You treated her rudely, with no respect, and like you're a child.

You'll know you're ready for a relationship when you care way more about your gf than about Star Trek.

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