Fall is in the air, y’all!
Autumn is one of my favorite seasons thanks to pumpkin spice, cooler weather, and all things spooky!
One thing that shouldn’t have to be scary is breaking up with your therapist!
Think about it, you have invested time, energy, and some darn hard work into this collaborative relationship!
One thing clients may not be aware of is therapists are trained from the beginning of treatment to anticipate your termination.
We have been preparing with you for your time with us to end, not because we don’t enjoy working with you, because the goal of therapy is for you to be ready to move forward with the tools learned without the training wheels of the therapist to support you in each step.
If you are feeling that you have completed many of the goals you came into treatment with and are ready to move towards termination, be vocal about your feelings and needs moving forward with your therapist.
If finding a good fit is difficult for you, try bringing up what is not working for you with your current therapist before jumping on the ghosting train
When you ghost your therapist, you miss the opportunity to have a healthy closure experience. Practicing healthy goodbye is an important part of the therapeutic process.
A good therapist will support you in your choice, discuss your progress, and provide referrals for continued care if necessary.
It is not your job to take care of your therapist’s feelings! Yes, …it may feel scarier than walking into a haunted house, but don’t doubt your ability to face your fears head-on!
Happy Healing! 👻
