Can you ask a therapist their age?

Some states, like California, allow minors to give consent to treatment for things like substance abuse or mental health treatment as young as 12. In all cases in which emancipation qualifies you to give your own consent for treatment, you will need a copy of the decree.

Can you ask your therapist about their life?

As a client, you are allowed to ask your therapist just about anything. And, it is possible that the therapist will not or cannot answer the question for a variety of reasons. Some counselors believe strongly in being a “blank screen” or “mirror” in therapy.

Does your therapists age matter?

People choose therapists for a variety of reasons. While age doesn’t always factor into the decision, many patients say it matters. To make progress in therapy, you need to trust the person taking notes on you, and feel comfortable sharing private details with them.

Who is the youngest therapist?

Dafne Almazán
At 16, psychologist Dafne Almazán is world’s youngest. 16-year-old Dafne Almazán, psychologist.

What should you not ask a therapist?

With that said, we’re outlining some common phrases that therapists tend to hear from their clients and why they might hinder your progress.

• “I feel like I’m talking too much.”
• “I’m the worst.
• “I’m sorry for my emotions.”
• “I always just talk about myself.”
• “I can’t believe I told you that!”
• “Therapy won’t work for me.”

How old is the youngest therapist?

At 16, psychologist Dafne Almazán is world’s youngest. 16-year-old Dafne Almazán, psychologist.

Can I ask my therapist a personal question?

So you shouldn’t take it personally if your therapist doesn’t answer your question. It’s not about you; it’s about them, their personal style, their approach to the work, and the way they understand the therapeutic process. It’s okay to enjoy hearing about your therapist as a real person.

Can a doctor prescribe antidepressants to a 17 year old?

The use of antidepressants is not usually recommended in children and young people under the age of 18. This is because there is some evidence that, in rare cases, they can trigger thoughts about suicide and acts of self-harm in this age group.

Should therapists allow clients to ask personal questions?

On the one hand is the question of whether or not clients should ask personal questions and whether or not their therapists should answer them. The traditional Freudian answer to that question is that clients can ask, but therapists should not answer.

Should you choose a therapist who is older than you?

This may be a good reason to choose someone who is older than you. As you can see, there are some good reasons for taking age into account when deciding whether or not to work with a particular therapist. There also cons to considering age when making a decision about working with a therapist.

Does age matter when choosing a counselor?

As a younger counselor, I have encountered a few clients who have not wanted to work with me because of my age. However, there are both pros and cons to taking age into consideration when deciding whether or not you want to work with a particular therapist.

Do clients prefer a male or female therapist?

Clients are entitled to have preferences when it comes to who their therapist is and may have good reasons to gravitate towards someone who is more similar to them. Some clients feel safer working with a female therapist; others know they do better with male therapists.