How do I recognise Vicarious (or Secondary) Trauma? How do I get my therapist, counsellor or psychiatrist to consider it?
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Last Updated: 03/27/2018 at 8:25am
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I think you need to be very clear about your experience and why you've come to label it as trauma. It would be a good idea to check this site for information on trauma, so you can site to the therapist how you're feelings and experiences have led you to this road.
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