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Getting Dumped: When the client decides to terminate

Edge of the Couch

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Navigating Client Termination in Therapy

This chapter explores the emotional complexities therapists face when clients choose to terminate their sessions, often likening it to a breakup. It emphasizes the importance of allowing clients the autonomy to leave while addressing the feelings of loss and self-reflection that arise for therapists. The discussion includes varied client communication styles, the impact of abrupt terminations, and the overall dynamics of client-therapist relationships during these transitions.

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