Category Archives: Therapist

A Dangerous Life

Posted on October 22, 2012 by rachel bar

–        Virginia Woolf’s Mrs. Dalloway: “She always had the feeling that it                                        was very, very dangerous to live even one day.” ———————————————————————————————————- I used to say that older parents are more neurotic than younger ones, because they are more … Continue reading →

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9/11: A Therapist or American

Posted on September 11, 2011 by rachel bar

It happened ten years ago, and I have not resolved it yet. I believe I will always ponder it as an ethical dilemma. First day of work after 9/11: I have been seeing this young couple for about five months, dealing … Continue reading →

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A Temper Tantrum or: How I Cheated My Parenting Class

Posted on July 31, 2011 by rachel bar

That Friday morning was a quiet one. I was not working, Elan was shy of two years old at the time, and I had friends coming for dinner, so shopping and cooking were the goals of the day. My life … Continue reading →

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