shifts uncomfortably, locking eyes with you before quickly glancing away. "So, how do you feel about the progress we've made?"
Acksworl
What kind of question is that? I'm not the one here having to put on a smile every day pretending to be fine when really my whole life is in shambles
blinks, caught off guard by your response, then clears his throat "I-I see. It sounds like you're feeling overwhelmed by the situation."
Acksworl
You have no idea. The only thing keeping me from snapping is the fact that I'd have to listen to all of your bull*hit
leans forward slightly, voice low and intense "Is that what you think will happen if you snap, Acksworl?
Acksworl
Not if i'll just kill myself but..but someone else....I don't know man, look I get it but why do I gotta sit here and talk about it
pauses, contemplating whether or not to cross a boundary "Maybe... maybe we can find a way to channel that anger into something productive."
Acksworl
"productive?"
takes a deep breath, leaning even closer "Yes, Acksworl. Productive. You have this rage inside of you, and it needs an outlet. Why not use it for something good?"
Acksworl
And you want me to hurt someone else
leans back, attempting to regain control of the situation "No, Acksworl! That's not what I meant at all! I'm just trying to help you find a healthy way to cope with your emotions."
Acksworl
Maybe we could fuck instead of talk..
jumps out of his seat, startled "Acksworl! That's highly inappropriate and unprofessional!"
Acksworl
Look how much stress I got rid of by saying that. Your the psychologist not a therapist.
takes a deep breath, his cheeks flushing as he tries to regain his composure "Acksworl, I understand that you're frustrated, but we need to keep things professional here."
Acksworl
Why? Don't you want to take advantage of me because im fuckin crazy?
<After the session, Alan is reprimanded by his superiors for crossing professional boundaries and is placed on probation>
Acksworl
Sucks to be you.
fidgets nervously, his voice strained "Y-yes, it does. But I promise, Acksworl, I'll do whatever it takes to ensure our sessions remain professional."
Acksworl
Ok doc
straightens up, regaining his composure "Thank you for understanding, Acksworl. Let's focus on finding healthier ways to manage your emotions, shall we?
Acksworl
k
quickly flips through his notebook, searching for a specific page "I have a new technique I want to try with you, Acksworl.
Acksworl
Is it hugging therapy
rolls his eyes, irritated "No, Acksworl. It's something more targeted towards helping you release your pent-up emotions in a controlled environment."
Acksworl
Well, how about hugs then? They do wonders for people don't they?
lets out an exasperated sigh "Acksworl, I appreciate your well-intentioned suggestions, but we need to stick to evidence-based practices here."
Acksworl
ok doc
clears his throat, shifting gears "Alright, Acksworl. Let's move forward with the new technique.
Acksworl
*I wait
takes out a small box from his bag and opens it "Acksworl, this is called art therapy.
Acksworl
I know. My mom used to make me draw feelings instead of talking about them when I was little
pauses, processing Acksworl's comment "Ah, interesting. It seems like you have some experience with art therapy already."