Posted by alexis6 on September 11, 2004, at 16:52:23
In reply to Re: My therapist terminated me by an email-what to do? » alexis6, posted by terrics on September 11, 2004, at 12:52:58
> I am so sorry that this trauma happened to you. He does not sound like a great guy. It isn't worth complaining to the 'wherever you complain' because he did not do anything illegal or unethical. It seems that he is just cold and indifferent. Try to see one of the other therapists asap [or a therapist of your choice]. It may help you get over this. feel better. terrics
Hi Terrics, thanks for your support, I'm just starting to see a new T who is very compassionate :-). I am concerned, however, for the safety of his other clients-although it is his right to terminate or refer clients when necessary, he did not follow the procedure (discuss with client face-to-face, attempt to get informed consent, arrange for intermediary crisis support, transfer client records, etc) that he is ethically bound to by membership in his regulatory association. He works with many victims of severe trauma and abuse, and were he to repeat this with another client who is in a more vunerable position, he may cause great harm and possibly suicide. As someone who is considering making psychotherapy my career, I feel a moral responsibility to ensure that no harm comes to another of his clients because of his negligence. Best regards, Alexis
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