Comments on: Here Are 5 Great Questions To Ask When Choosing A New Therapist https://www.blunt-therapy.com/questions-to-ask-your-new-therapist/ A Therapist's Blog About Mental Health Matters Wed, 28 Sep 2022 22:19:39 +0000 hourly 1 By: Randy Withers, LCMHC https://www.blunt-therapy.com/questions-to-ask-your-new-therapist/#comment-5041 Wed, 28 Sep 2022 22:19:39 +0000 http://www.randywithers.com/?p=341---afaf6257-0fa3-4c3a-9ced-b247096be3eb#comment-5041 In reply to Lorelei.

Thank you for your comment, but this isn’t entirely accurate. I have been compelled by a judge to testify. I assure you, they have the power to do this in certain situations, especially where children are involved. Thank you very much for reading!

]]> By: Lorelei https://www.blunt-therapy.com/questions-to-ask-your-new-therapist/#comment-5037 Tue, 27 Sep 2022 23:29:14 +0000 http://www.randywithers.com/?p=341---afaf6257-0fa3-4c3a-9ced-b247096be3eb#comment-5037 Good article with some good points. One misconception, however, is that a judge can compel a therapist to testify in court. All judges acknowledge the “privileged” communication between a client and therapist – which is why a judge CANNOT compel a therapist to testify unless the client has signed a consent to release information.

]]> By: Ulrica Powell https://www.blunt-therapy.com/questions-to-ask-your-new-therapist/#comment-4839 Thu, 16 Dec 2021 09:24:07 +0000 http://www.randywithers.com/?p=341---afaf6257-0fa3-4c3a-9ced-b247096be3eb#comment-4839 Great guide to choosing a therapist, thank you, you helped me a lot!

]]> By: Dylan https://www.blunt-therapy.com/questions-to-ask-your-new-therapist/#comment-3397 Wed, 07 Jul 2021 13:37:46 +0000 http://www.randywithers.com/?p=341---afaf6257-0fa3-4c3a-9ced-b247096be3eb#comment-3397 This is really important topic, thanks! My best friend has anxiety for the last seven months. He cannot cope with an accidental anxiety. I also noticed that it is difficult for him to fall asleep. I am worried about him and offered to select a therapist for him. Thanks for good tips!

]]> By: Randy Withers, LCMHC https://www.blunt-therapy.com/questions-to-ask-your-new-therapist/#comment-2149 Thu, 12 Nov 2020 19:12:48 +0000 http://www.randywithers.com/?p=341---afaf6257-0fa3-4c3a-9ced-b247096be3eb#comment-2149 In reply to Taylor Hansen.

I don’t know if the average person even thinks about a theoretical orientation, but I do think it’s a good idea for a client and a therapist to talk about it. The pandemic has been tough on all of us, and studies show a drastic increase in substance abuse, depression, and anxiety issues. Best to seek professional help if that describes you.

]]> By: Taylor Hansen https://www.blunt-therapy.com/questions-to-ask-your-new-therapist/#comment-2148 Thu, 12 Nov 2020 18:04:55 +0000 http://www.randywithers.com/?p=341---afaf6257-0fa3-4c3a-9ced-b247096be3eb#comment-2148 I like how you mentioned finding out about their theoretical orientation and how to affect positive change. Since the pandemic started, I have felt my well-being and overall mental health start to slowly decline and now I feel just empty. I’ll have to find a therapist that can help me with this depression so it won’t affect my work or future.

]]> By: anjalie https://www.blunt-therapy.com/questions-to-ask-your-new-therapist/#comment-2028 Fri, 09 Oct 2020 14:40:31 +0000 http://www.randywithers.com/?p=341---afaf6257-0fa3-4c3a-9ced-b247096be3eb#comment-2028 Great article. Thanks for sharing

]]> By: Randy Withers, LPC https://www.blunt-therapy.com/questions-to-ask-your-new-therapist/#comment-822 Fri, 25 Oct 2019 13:16:34 +0000 http://www.randywithers.com/?p=341---afaf6257-0fa3-4c3a-9ced-b247096be3eb#comment-822 In reply to David Norriss.

Thanks for your feedback!

]]> By: David Norriss https://www.blunt-therapy.com/questions-to-ask-your-new-therapist/#comment-821 Fri, 25 Oct 2019 12:38:02 +0000 http://www.randywithers.com/?p=341---afaf6257-0fa3-4c3a-9ced-b247096be3eb#comment-821 I like how you explained that a psychiatrist has studied psychotherapy much like other therapists but they can prescribe medication to their patients, unlike their counterparts. People that have serious mental health issues and are in need of taking medication in order to overcome obviously need to talk with a psychiatrist as they are trained to help with these specific needs. Thanks for clearing things up on the differences between a psychiatrist and all the other mental health careers.

]]> By: Johnny McCarron https://www.blunt-therapy.com/questions-to-ask-your-new-therapist/#comment-669 Fri, 27 Sep 2019 01:00:16 +0000 http://www.randywithers.com/?p=341---afaf6257-0fa3-4c3a-9ced-b247096be3eb#comment-669 I really appreciate your tips to ask your therapist. I’m thinking of seeing a Christian therapist. It’d be nice to receive both mental and spiritual guidance.

]]> By: rohit aggarwal https://www.blunt-therapy.com/questions-to-ask-your-new-therapist/#comment-280 Sat, 20 Apr 2019 07:04:29 +0000 http://www.randywithers.com/?p=341---afaf6257-0fa3-4c3a-9ced-b247096be3eb#comment-280 thanks for the information

]]> By: Sam Weaver https://www.blunt-therapy.com/questions-to-ask-your-new-therapist/#comment-276 Tue, 16 Apr 2019 05:38:02 +0000 http://www.randywithers.com/?p=341---afaf6257-0fa3-4c3a-9ced-b247096be3eb#comment-276 It’s good that you mention on here about the importance of confidentiality when you plan on going therapy. Recently, I have been dealing with so much stress. I have been overthinking about my relationship who went sinking just weeks ago. I can’t seem to cope up with it easily. And I feel miserable at times. I want to seek help to a professional who I can easily build trust with, and who I can comfortably share my downsides. I want to be sure that he/she is not going to blab about my personal life and that he/she can totally help me get out of my recent breakdowns.

]]> By: Randy Withers, LPC https://www.blunt-therapy.com/questions-to-ask-your-new-therapist/#comment-275 Tue, 16 Apr 2019 00:53:39 +0000 http://www.randywithers.com/?p=341---afaf6257-0fa3-4c3a-9ced-b247096be3eb#comment-275 In reply to Nathan Carter.

Thank you very much for the comment. Best of luck to you and your son.

]]> By: Randy Withers, LPC https://www.blunt-therapy.com/questions-to-ask-your-new-therapist/#comment-274 Tue, 16 Apr 2019 00:53:01 +0000 http://www.randywithers.com/?p=341---afaf6257-0fa3-4c3a-9ced-b247096be3eb#comment-274 In reply to Taylor Bishop.

I agree, and thank you very much for your feedback!

]]> By: Taylor Bishop https://www.blunt-therapy.com/questions-to-ask-your-new-therapist/#comment-273 Mon, 15 Apr 2019 15:31:28 +0000 http://www.randywithers.com/?p=341---afaf6257-0fa3-4c3a-9ced-b247096be3eb#comment-273 I wanted to thank you for explaining some things you should ask your therapist. It’s nice to know that there are some disorders that need specialized training. If you already know what disorder you have, maybe it could be good to see if there is a therapist that specializes in that condition.

]]> By: Nathan Carter https://www.blunt-therapy.com/questions-to-ask-your-new-therapist/#comment-272 Mon, 15 Apr 2019 12:49:01 +0000 http://www.randywithers.com/?p=341---afaf6257-0fa3-4c3a-9ced-b247096be3eb#comment-272 I like that you make the distinction between psychiatrists and psychologists. My son is having school troubles and we have decided to put him into counseling. We want to know which type of treatment to get him into, so I will keep this in mind moving forward.

]]> By: Tyler Johnson https://www.blunt-therapy.com/questions-to-ask-your-new-therapist/#comment-253 Fri, 12 Apr 2019 19:00:07 +0000 http://www.randywithers.com/?p=341---afaf6257-0fa3-4c3a-9ced-b247096be3eb#comment-253 I didn’t know that there was more than one type of the therapist. I always thought that one kind of therapist would cover everything. That’s good to know that you should have a psychiatrist if you need some medication.

]]> By: Letiia https://www.blunt-therapy.com/questions-to-ask-your-new-therapist/#comment-235 Mon, 08 Apr 2019 13:10:03 +0000 http://www.randywithers.com/?p=341---afaf6257-0fa3-4c3a-9ced-b247096be3eb#comment-235 Thanks for the great article!

]]> By: Celia https://www.blunt-therapy.com/questions-to-ask-your-new-therapist/#comment-222 Fri, 05 Apr 2019 11:13:02 +0000 http://www.randywithers.com/?p=341---afaf6257-0fa3-4c3a-9ced-b247096be3eb#comment-222 Thanks, this was quite informative

]]> By: Lesley https://www.blunt-therapy.com/questions-to-ask-your-new-therapist/#comment-203 Sun, 31 Mar 2019 18:16:01 +0000 http://www.randywithers.com/?p=341---afaf6257-0fa3-4c3a-9ced-b247096be3eb#comment-203 Hello, after reading this amazing piece of writing i am too happy to share my experience here with friends.

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