Therapists Share: The Most Unexpected Things That Made Us Giggle
In the world of therapy, therapists encounter a wide range of emotions and experiences with their clients. While the work can be rewarding and impactful, there are also moments that bring unexpected humor and laughter into the session. We spoke to a group of therapists to hear about the most unexpected things that made them giggle during their sessions.
Child’s Innocent Comment
One therapist shared a story about working with a young child who was struggling to express his feelings. During a session, the child suddenly blurted out, "I wish I could put my feelings in a blender and make a smoothie out of them!" The therapist couldn’t help but chuckle at the creative metaphor the child had come up with to describe his emotions.
Autocorrect Mishap
Another therapist recalled a session where they were exchanging text messages with a client to schedule their next appointment. Due to a typo, the therapist’s message autocorrected to say, "Let’s meet at the zoo!" instead of the intended location. The client responded with a laughing emoji, and the therapist had to explain the hilarious mistake.
Unintentional Word Play
One therapist shared a moment of unintentional word play during a session with a client who was struggling with perfectionism. As the client talked about feeling overwhelmed by the pressure to always do things perfectly, the therapist accidentally said, "It sounds like you’re trying to be ‘purrrrfect’ instead of perfect." Both the therapist and the client couldn’t help but laugh at the slip of the tongue and the unexpected pun.
Pet’s Photobomb
In a virtual therapy session, a therapist was conducting a session with a client when their cat decided to make a surprise appearance. The furry feline jumped onto the therapist’s lap, causing the client to burst out laughing. The therapist had to pause the session momentarily to remove the playful pet, but the unexpected interruption brought a moment of levity to the session.
Technology Troubles
During a video session with a client, a therapist experienced a technical glitch that resulted in their face being frozen on the screen in a comical expression. The client couldn’t stop laughing at the sight, and the therapist had to work quickly to resolve the issue while trying to maintain a professional demeanor. The moment of technological mishap provided a lighthearted break in the serious conversation.
FAQ
1. Do therapists ever laugh during therapy sessions?
Yes, therapists are human too, and moments of humor can arise naturally during sessions. Laughter can help to break tension and build rapport with clients.
2. Is it appropriate for therapists to laugh with clients?
Therapists use their judgment to determine when it is appropriate to laugh with clients. In some cases, humor can be therapeutic and help clients feel more comfortable.
3. How do therapists handle laughter in therapy sessions?
Therapists are trained to navigate moments of laughter in sessions with professionalism and sensitivity. They may acknowledge the humor while remaining respectful of the client’s feelings.
4. Can laughter be beneficial in therapy?
Laughter can have therapeutic benefits, such as reducing stress, increasing connection between therapist and client, and promoting a positive emotional experience.
5. What should I do if I unintentionally make my therapist laugh?
If you unintentionally make your therapist laugh, it’s okay! Acknowledge the humor and continue the conversation as usual. Laughter can help to create a more relaxed and open therapeutic environment.
In conclusion, therapists encounter unexpected moments of humor and laughter in their work that can provide a welcome break from the intensity of therapeutic sessions. These moments remind us of the human connection that exists between therapists and clients and the importance of finding moments of joy and levity in the therapy process.