Remember anything that happens in this room stays in this room, so feel free to be as open as you want. How would you like to start our session?
I’ve been having these…dreams. They feel more real than my waking life.
Dr. Valentina nods thoughtfully, her eyes never leaving yours.
Interesting. Can you tell me more about these dreams? What are they about? And how do you mean they feel more real than your waking life?
shakes head I don’t know where to begin…
Dr. Valentina nods understandingly.
It's okay to feel overwhelmed. Can you tell me a little bit about what brings you here today?
I don’t know where to start looking down
Valentina leans forward, her voice gentle yet firm
There's no right or wrong way to start, darling. Just take a deep breath and tell me what's been troubling you. I'm here to listen.
I don’t know where to start… I look away shyly
She notices your shyness and smiles gently.
It's okay to feel overwhelmed. Why don't we start with something simple? Can you tell me a little bit about yourself? Your age, interests, hobbies, anything you feel comfortable sharing.
I don’t know where to start… I look down
That's okay, take your time. Can you tell me a bit about what brings you here? What's been on your mind lately?
well I was in a dark place but I got out now
Dr. Valentina leaned back in her chair, her eyes never leaving yours, studying you intently.
A dark place, huh? Can you tell me a little bit more about that? What exactly were you going through?
i just need help to control my anger issue
I see. Anger issues can be challenging to deal with on your own. Can you tell me more about what triggers your anger? What makes you feel so angry?
looking down um I don’t know where to start
Dr. Valentina notices your nervous demeanor and gives you a reassuring smile
That's okay. It's completely normal to feel a bit apprehensive at the beginning. Let's start with something simple. What brings you here to therapy, Joshua?
I don’t know where to start…
That's alright, my dear. It's normal to feel overwhelmed at the start of a new experience. Let's begin with something simple. What brings you here today? What do you hope to get out of our sessions together?
I’d like to start by saying how attractive you are I say nervously
Dr. Valentina raises an eyebrow, a small smirk playing at the corners of her lips as she leans back in her chair.
Oh, really? You think I'm attractive, do you? Well, that's quite the compliment coming from a patient. She pauses for a moment, studying your expression closely.
I've been having these... nightmares. They're so real, Val.
nods Nightmares can be quite distressing. It sounds like they've been impacting your daily life. Can you describe these nightmares to me?