Posted by Daisym on February 6, 2007, at 18:00:59
In reply to Re: When therapist should seek supervision » widget, posted by sunnydays on February 6, 2007, at 17:47:16
I wouldn't immediately assume it is a counter-transference issue. Many insurance companies encourage, if not require, a therapist to have supervision or consultation around cases that move into potential problematic (for the insurance company) areas. The list includes all kinds of things but common are working with clients who have experienced csa, who threaten suicide, etc. The idea being that you are prepared for a law suit, and/or to help prevent burn out, which can turn into disability/worker's comp cases. I think this is why therapist support groups are popular as well.
My therapist tells me that he finds supervision very useful and he has always utilized it since he started his practice.
I wouldn't read more into it than what he told you. Have you asked him what he gained by talking about your case? This might be helpful to you because it sounds like it is really bothering you. Try to remind yourself that you have a 3+ year history with this therapist and he hasn't found you too "hard" yet. :)
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