Peregrine Posted November 4, 2010 Report Share Posted November 4, 2010 I've been to therapy twice now, both hours took up time for assessment. The thing is though that my GP referred me and it all happened very quickly, so I'm with this woman now who I don't actually know as such, i.e. what her work involves. She did ask if there were questions but as always I'm rubbish to think of any. It's all NHS and all I've seen on her badge is 'Mental Health Practitioner' - but that could mean anything, right!? The last two times I was with Senior Psychologist (retired now). Do these titles really mean something, or are all NHS therapists trained to a standard that they know what to do, or refer to someone else, if need be. I might be slightly oversensitive with this, but I really didn't feel comfortable last time and I know that it is me who has to confront certain issues with HER before I can move on with anything. Still, does anyone know if one therapist is better than another (putting personal preference aside) or can I trust that what I do is ok? Is there a difference between councillors and therapists and psychologists???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
superwoman Posted November 4, 2010 Report Share Posted November 4, 2010 There are definately academic differences between the job titles, and of course work experience and if they have specialised in a certain MH issue make a difference too... but who you connect with and develop an understanding with might not be related to the academic achievements. For your peace of mind, to get to know your therapist, it would be beneficial if you wrote down questions on paper, and took it with you to your therapy session. It is only fair and completelt understandable to want to get to know your therapist a bit more before pouring your heart out. x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peregrine Posted November 4, 2010 Author Report Share Posted November 4, 2010 Thanks. It is definitely a good idea with the questions. I was also wondering whether to send a letter now and explain a few things - I cancelled my appointment today because I simply couldn't hack it. Next time she'll probably be asking why. Is it ok to send a letter, or do you think this might be out of bounds? Writing is soooo much easier than face-to-face (I never look at her anyway ). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
superwoman Posted November 4, 2010 Report Share Posted November 4, 2010 I think that it is YOUR therapy, YOUR wellbeing, and therefore you should approach her the way that feels comfortable for you A letter is a good idea if it works for you and if its the best way you can communicate right now x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peregrine Posted November 4, 2010 Author Report Share Posted November 4, 2010 Thanks, that's the way forward then :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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