LATE BLOOMERS GOING TO THERAPY: Finding the right ones and surviving the wrong ones
Apr 30, 2025
Rich and Rox dive into the messy world of therapy, sharing their personal experiences from awkward first sessions to horror stories with mismatched therapists. They discuss the impact of faith on therapy and highlight breakthrough moments that led to real self-awareness. Listeners can learn what makes a great therapist and how to find the right fit. With practical advice for starting therapy, including the importance of commitment and understanding different modalities, this candid conversation aims to support anyone navigating their healing journey.
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Hit On During Grief
- Rich paid for high-end therapy after his mum died and was hit on by an older male therapist.
- He felt violated and left immediately, never complaining formally.
When Therapy Feels Like A Relationship
- Rich stayed with a therapist who gradually crossed boundaries, texting and sharing personal info.
- He left via email and likened the departure to a devastating breakup.
Prayer In Session Crossed A Line
- Rox had a therapist who suggested praying together, which felt inappropriate and misaligned with her beliefs.
- She left immediately because the spiritual approach crossed professional boundaries for her.