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March 8th

What To Do When Your Therapist Crosses A Boundary ↓

Hi Reader,

This week's video was about a boundary your therapist should never cross: coming up to you in the wild (aka in public).

So what should you do if your therapist ever approaches you in the wild without your consent?

There are a few options here and it doesn't matter which one you choose. It's entirely up to you.

Option 1: Continue therapy with them but let them know during your next session that they made you uncomfortable. Reaffirm your boundary. Let them know that you do not want them approaching you in public again. If they don't respond appropriately (aka apologize profusely and acknowledge their wrongdoing), get the fuck out of there and don't come back...also report their license.

Option 2: Discontinue therapy. You should not continue therapy if you feel uncomfortable with or violated by your therapist. Full stop. You don't even need to tell them why (though, it may be helpful to)!

Option 3: Report their License to their State Licensing Board. The Licensing Board is there to protect you (and the general public) from unethical therapists. You can also file the complaint anonymously.

Option 4: Kick them in the shin and run away. Okay - this is technically an option but I wouldn't advocate for it.

Need support on what to do next? Reach out and let's talk about it.

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