Posted by Dinah on February 18, 2002, at 9:02:43
In reply to The very picture of evil, posted by trouble on February 18, 2002, at 7:35:58
Trouble,
I can certainly understand how someone who has experienced abuse of a very serious nature could find the site about verbal abuse disturbing. And probably the term "verbal abuse" is overused in our society.
But I don't think it's fairytale thinking to expect to be treated with respect and consideration by your therapist, who is after all a paid professional. Most of the ideas listed in the site do represent a basic level of respect, consideration, and civility. I for one expect respectful treatment from the people in my life and for the most part I get it. My therapist always treats me with the consideration suggested in the site. I'm still working on my husband though. Of course, he isn't a paid professional.
poster:Dinah
thread:18403
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