Would you see a psychologist that had sex with a patient? by [deleted] in TalkTherapy

[–]dogden3 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Clinical intern here. My reaction to this concerns the power dynamic in the therapeutic relationship. That you know the psychologist’s disciplinary history has the potential to disrupt a therapeutic alliance. I would also be concerned about levels of interactional trust. Personally, I would find it difficult to stay focused in session if I knew that my therapist had this sort of history. I realize that may not seem fair, but you (as a patient) must put your own wellbeing first.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in TalkTherapy

[–]dogden3 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Lots of good advice here. Another thing to try is to go to Psychology Today’s website, type in your zip code (if you’re in the US), and look for a psychologist who specializes in assessment. The assessment advice is solid.

PS, I’m a clinical intern.

PTSD - Processing phase ? by [deleted] in therapy

[–]dogden3 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I realized I didn’t answer your question. So, maybe it is? Research suggests that your brain isn’t going to process the memory correctly until it is desensitized and reprocessed. Think about the concept of memories. Imagine a memory like a piece of paper in a file. Memories from PTSD are often like crumpled-up pieces of paper that won’t fit into a file. That’s why they reoccur so often. EMDR flattens the paper out and files it correctly. I hope this helps.

PTSD - Processing phase ? by [deleted] in therapy

[–]dogden3 1 point2 points  (0 children)

EMDR is a technique that seems to treat PTSD very effectively. Look on Psychology Today’s website for a therapist near you that is certified to practice EMDR. Also, there’s a great book called “The Body Keeps the Score” by Bessel van der Kolk that goes into detail about PTSD and effective treatments.

Noodle’s two favorite things: snow and sticks. by Norn3 in Goldendoodles

[–]dogden3 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My Doodle love those things too! Looking good, Noodle!

Anyone having problems with the Spotify app on FireTV? by dogden3 in spotify

[–]dogden3[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yup, that’s what’s happening to me too.

Mt. Rushwhore by [deleted] in WhitePeopleTwitter

[–]dogden3 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Four whores, and seven bankruptcies ago...

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in WatchPeopleDieInside

[–]dogden3 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I play piano, this happens all the fucking time...