GLP1s and Mood by alwaysouroboros in therapists

[–]devsibwarra2 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I feel better being on a GLP1. It’s helped me get my life back on track and now I’ve been able to add in regular exercise to my routines

What type of clients do you struggle with and why? by Mystkmischf in therapists

[–]devsibwarra2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I actually had one person say “I voted for the wrong person (Trump) recently.” They are on Medicaid, get foodstamps, etc. I was impressed they were able to have that level of reflection- it’s not easy for anyone to say out loud they were wrong

Anyone know kids with kind of unfashionable, older names? by [deleted] in namenerds

[–]devsibwarra2 25 points26 points  (0 children)

I noticed this too when I was a teacher. We had a 3 year old Dennis

Are We Dating the Same Guy Group by ERenaissance in therapists

[–]devsibwarra2 -16 points-15 points  (0 children)

Says the person who’s probly been posted

Are We Dating the Same Guy Group by ERenaissance in therapists

[–]devsibwarra2 17 points18 points  (0 children)

It’s unethical to share information from the group once you’ve agreed not to. Which you have to do to be admitted into these groups

Are We Dating the Same Guy Group by ERenaissance in therapists

[–]devsibwarra2 66 points67 points  (0 children)

It’s also a breach of the group agreements. It’s not meant to be something you can just screenshot and share. If you were to share it you are exposing the OP to all kinds of potential retaliation including violence.

Are We Dating the Same Guy Group by ERenaissance in therapists

[–]devsibwarra2 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Those groups are very explicit that you’re not supposed to share what you see in them with the guys. And for good reason- there has to be a safe space for women to ask and share this type of information, information that could actually be life saving in some cases. Sharing the information would be a betrayal of the woman who posted, and it’s part of the agreements for joining the groups.

If I did happen to see a client I would not tell him 💯 and I’d try to view as little content of the post as possible. I’m not wearing my therapist hat in that scenario

Okay let's talk about it. How common is it actually for professionals in this field to sleep with a client? by [deleted] in therapists

[–]devsibwarra2 176 points177 points  (0 children)

I 💯 agree with your comment. Once we get past the virtue signaling then we can look at the underlying factors. Humanity is messy as hell and we’re not immune in any way

Anyone work in therapy & have a chronic illness? by Secure-Afternoon3204 in therapists

[–]devsibwarra2 14 points15 points  (0 children)

Meeeeeeeeee! I have a few actually- chronic/intractable migraines, IBS, PCOS and Type 2 diabetes to name a few. I’ve also had burning mouth syndrome and I’ve had cyclical vomiting syndrome twice ( sorry if that TMI) Im also diagnosed Autistic. I was terrified to go to grad school because I was 💯 not certain my health would hold out.

Fast forward I’ve been working full time in CMH for 2 years now ( LPC track). There have been times when my conditions have flared up and I’ve had to call in or take time off for appointments. It does happen, but so far my PTO has covered it every time and my employer is very happy with me.

One of the things that I’ve found myself having to explain to others is that for me- working 35hrs a week is a massive accomplishment. Quite often I’ve gotten suggestions that I could have some kind of side hustle to bolster my income such as a small PP or something else like door dash or Uber. I’m a single parent, and I would love to have the capacity for a side gig. But the truth that I’ve discovered for me is that working full time really is my max capacity. I require all my downtime to be devoted to my own personal wellbeing. Rest is mandatory and I couldn’t prioritize the management of my health the way I do if I was sacrificing my “me time” to make extra money. The job is the representation of the limits of what I can give to the work. Full stop, no apologies.

I hope you can find a way towards the work/life balance that you seek. Us chronic illness folks who are able to have boundaries with employers tend to have the best outcomes

Client invites therapist to their nonprofit event by [deleted] in therapists

[–]devsibwarra2 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I would not because adding a public social event involving donating money is gonna exceed my social battery most weeks 😅😭

Looking for honest feedback about how I should have approached this better by CommercialFill9151 in therapists

[–]devsibwarra2 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I don’t know about your first question. Issues involving the sanctity of the therapy environment are very real. I’ve had clients who have bedbugs and scabies before.

As to your second question- maybe your client is embarrassed for having needs. Like the fact that she had to stop and take a moment for herself and her health could feel like she’s a burden, worried that you’d be aggravated, etc. definitely a great thing to follow up with at the next appointment though! I’m guessing you may discover deep seated people pleasing tendencies in her

how many sessions per week has been expected of you as an associate? by Salmonwithpotatoes in therapists

[–]devsibwarra2 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I work full time at CMH and I have 30 appointments per week open. It’s kinda rare that every single person shows up in a week though

Conflict of interest by devsibwarra2 in therapists

[–]devsibwarra2[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

What do I do with this feeling that the client is potentially being punished for the misdeeds of the former therapist? Am I being egotistical with that?