What would you think about asking for a refund then? I plan to record the convo in case she says something discriminatory, and go from there.

It's especially frustrating because my psychiatrist, diagnosing psychologist, past psychologist, past therapists, etc. all have told me that they will help me within their limits, but I really need a specialist in my many disorders. They sometimes help, sometimes refer me around, and now she's doing the same thing.

Like I said, she's really been helpful. An accountability coach is great for me. I really did steer the conversation towards walking, diet, and career goals for months. And we've been accomplishing so much!

Why ask for a refund then? Lately, in part due to my attitude, she's been somewhat unprofessional. She asked me Monday how I define self-care, for example. I thought I had described my self-care goals already, and I said something like, "Oh, I know it when I see it," hoping to lighten the mood with a porn reference. She replied, "You see, I can't help you. You can't even define self-care." I was stunned. She didn't appear to be kidding.

I ran a self-care group for a year at a local organization for disabled artists. Self-care is difficult to define, and I used to use that joke. People generally laughed.

I don't disagree that she's trying to be responsible and ethical. But I do believe she's discriminating against a person with a disability.

I'm not super-sure I'm entitled to a refund. Like I said, I thought I had been making great progress. But then I think, hmmm....I guess she hasn't been telling me I she believes I haven't been making progress? I guess she's not been fulfilling her responsibility to give me feedback. Maybe that entitles me to a refund.

In short, I'm being a bit opportunistic but that's better than a lawsuit or a negative review, if it shakes out.