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Ending therapy sessions on time is harder than it sounds 🕐

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As a therapist, I struggle with it too. It's the same dynamic I work on with my clients — setting boundaries, saying no even when you're worried about the other person's reaction.

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When I let a session run over, I tell myself the client will feel more validated. The truth? It's my own discomfort I'm managing.

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Two things that helped:

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Start on time. One minute late and I'm compensating with four extra.

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At 45 minutes, say it out loud: "We're coming to the end — anything we need to make sure we cover?" Note it, open with it next session. Nothing gets lost.

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End on time. You'll feel less resentful, you'll model boundaries for your clients, and you'll have space to breathe.

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Our clients have work to do. So do we.

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#Therapy #MentalHealth #Boundaries #Therapist #PsychotherapyDisclaimer: This Podcast and all of our mental health learning and educational content is not therapy and is not a replacement for therapy. Noah and Simon do not take this therapist-client role in any way for Resolvve.

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