I have compiled a list of warning signs for those of you dating therapists. It may be time to reconsider if you observe or hear the following:
1. A lighthearted “no co-pay today,” after breaking news you lost your job.
2. A sympathetic, understanding nod to everything you say, including, “you’re an asshole.”
3. Their need to “set boundaries” when you question the idea of “they/them” pronouns for the goldfish.
4. “Can you say that in a nicer tone?” when alerting them the house is ablaze.
5. Their brightly saying, “Sounds like some big feelings there!” as you approach them in a state of obvious arousal.
6. “I’m triggered,” every time you ask for the remote.
7. “That’s not really my role here,” after asking again if they’d take out the garbage.
8. A bemused “Freudian slip?” each time you try to raise the issue of moving in together.
9. “Say more about that,” after you ask for quiet time to read (for the fifth time.)
10. Genuflecting before a picture of Freud, Klein, Winnicott, or Dr. Melfi from The Sopranos.
And p.s. yes, this is parody.
If you're not doing atleast some of these, are you even a therapist?
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That’s the funniest thing I’ve read in a long time 🤣🤣🤣