Reflective Summary Of The Therapist

Client stated that she was “scared” of the therapist. She endorsed feeling uncomfortable and wanting to sit in a corner. Client stated that she felt “dumb and stupid” for not having the correct answers to the therapists questions. Client stated that she was not playing stupid. Client reported feeling defensive with the therapist, and wanting him to be more protective and nurturing towards therapist. Client stated that she was embarrassed and was upset at how the therapist verbally harassed her. She expressed frustration with the therapist’s knowledge and confrontational style. Client expressed feeling insecure and unsupported by the therapist, and that he was only trying to “play a game” with her. Client stated that she wanted more “contact” with the therapist. She compared her relationship with the therapist to her relationship with her husband. She reported that her husband did not connect with her during an argument. Client endorsed not allowing her friend to hug her even though she desired the comfort, because she feared that she was “sweaty and icky.” …show more content…
Client was able to recognize that although she desired a strong connection to others, she tends to push them away. Client displayed frustration through verbally confronting the therapist, and active body language. She attempted to take control of the session by turning the questions back on the therapist. Client displayed good insight by being able to understand why the therapist was confronting her, and work through what fears she expressed. Towards the end of the session client appeared less defensive, and was able to discuss her emotions with the therapist in a more non-defensive