Imagine going to therapy for a couple of years, only to have your therapist ask for a tip! That’s exactly what happened to this dad and his 12-year-old son. The dad, who had recently shared with the therapist that he was saving money, was shocked when she asked him to start making a $20 copayment in cash. The trust between them was broken, and the dad decided to fire the therapist. Let’s dive into the story!
Therapy for Dad and Son
Therapy Feels Like a Chore ️
Dad’s Disposable Income
Therapist Asks for Copayment
The Tip Request
Dad’s Shocked Reaction
Therapist Denies Connection
No Tipping in Therapy
Ex’s Reaction
Dad Stands Firm
Trust Broken
No Response
Dad Fires Therapist over Tip Request
After years of therapy that felt more like a chore, this dad was shocked when his therapist asked for a $20 cash tip. She claimed it wasn’t related to his recent mention of disposable income, but he couldn’t shake the feeling that she was trying to take advantage of him. He decided to fire the therapist, despite his ex’s protests. The trust was broken, and he felt that continuing therapy with her would be pointless. As it turns out, life went on without her, and the therapist claimed he misunderstood the whole situation. Let’s see what the internet thinks of this tipping dilemma…
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