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I’ve heard all sorts of horror stories of people who’ve endured bad therapy experiences (e.g. the therapist falls asleep during sessions, shows up repeatedly late and blames the clients, or encourages clients to continue therapy just because the therapist needs to fill the hour). While these are obviously negligent professionals, even some really great therapists who are highly competent and ethical aren’t a good match for all potential clients.
Because we usually seek help when we’re in a vulnerable state, we may not even recognize when we’re not receiving adequate care. Thus, we can easily be taken advantage of by people who are just looking to make a buck and/or who don’t truly care about their well-being.
But don’t despair! With a little extra homework on your part and practicing the tips below, you can at least safeguard yourself from a therapy nightmare. And if you do end up in psychotherapy with someone you believe is harming you or who isn’t helping you, trust your instincts and seek consultation from someone else.
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