One Last Time

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o the building as a licensed therapist; a profession I never imagined myself taking an interest in after my bachelor’s degree. Originally, I studied psychology in school and I found it so i

ents would be. I had just gotten the job a few days ago and was told to start today. Mentally, I didn’t prepare fully for it but I was silently praying that it would go well. I mean, that day was my first day at work; my first day of being a therapist, e

h

and the first thing I saw was a someone’s chest with muscles. God he was

extending his hand an

e. I stifled a laugh. As much as I’ve heard a lot of good things about here, why did the

direction of the voice and saw one of the most beautiful girls I’ve ever met. She looked s

one of the most beautiful smile

mani.” I said cal

is morning. I’m so glad to ha

” I said and

name though,” She said. “He should

nuinely speaking, Ryan was a cool person. He was the one who knew how to balance being firm and pl

s a center for you to get well.” Rhett rep

ot going to say nothing. In case I

ned to Ryan before and I’m still here.” S

me is perfect t

It is a center for you to get well.” She mimicked and I s

am.” She rolled her eyes again and turned to me, “So, newbie,

took it upon myself to celebrate newbies. We haven’t had a

iends. However, I did have a best friend and roommate called Addison. We were planning on doing something tonig

in.” I said en

eave together after work. Cool?” I nodded before

stay with us for a long time.” Rhett said.

other person walked in, this face w

“I met Layla on my way here. Anyways, welcome to The Wellness Center, yes

igg

nterview, you are extremely intelligent. All in all, I’m glad to have employed you.” He added and my heart melted. Yes, I w

et you down.” I resonated the ton

you soon. Nice to have you here Imani. Come on Rhett.” He said and I watched as they walked out of sight. I inhaled deeply, turned to my door, and looked

se to my desk, and a bathroom. I definitely could sleep there. I ran my fingertips on my desk as I walked behind and sat on the chair. This still fel

walked to my chair, sitting down. I placed my hand

patients the best way I can. I thought to myself

*

uch a sweet soul. When I walked up to her and asked for the meeting room, the first thing she did

the way, your name is as pretty as you.” She sai

hade of blue, and there were several large windows that let in plenty of natural light. The room was also decorated with a few pieces of art and some potter plants that added a touch of warmth. In the center of the room was a larg

my last cookie and trust me, I was chewing fast and loud. I gently dusted

h

icking my fingers shamelessly

d and fast too, like you didn’t want an

times.” I said rolling my eyes. I pick

ghed,

sily read people, sometime

“True but don’t you th

isadvantages, don’t they

“Morgan.” He started. “ I would have shook yo

“You are indirectly say

in my mouth.” He said with a laugh. I laughe

a

uess you already k

ing a therapist. And yes, I read your CV too. You are extre

ck pause before he spoke, “Listen, you are going to be fine. Ryan doesn’t just pick anyone, he goes

e smiled. “Thank you for the advic

ng. I cleaned my fingers well, arranged my hair, and comported myself while Morgan was watching and laughing. I didn’t really care anyway. Layla looked into the room, as soon as we got eye contact, she shoute

what I said

le my laugh. The rest of the people walked in. I only sa

Wellness Center once again Imani, we are pleased to have you here. Here, we are family, we discuss anything and everything so don’t ever feel alone.” He p

a bit about yourselves

my clients build on their existing skills and resources while also being mindful of any past experiences that may be impacting their current functioning. I believe that everyone has the capacity for growth and healing. My goal as a therapist is to support my clients on their journey to

I woke closely with my clients to identify their strengths and resources, and to develop practical strategies for achieving their goals. Whether you’re struggling with relationship issues, parenting challenges, or personal growth, I’m here to support you every step of the way.” He said. I was sincerely impressed. I was supposed to be a licensed family therapist but clinical psycholo

th trauma and PTSD. My approach to therapy is integrative and holistic, which means that I draw on a variety of evidence -based treatments to help my clients heal and grow.” He paused. “You know we believe that the mind and body are interconnected, and I work with my clie

itting in the midst of smart people. Yes, I

h for being this nice to me.” I said, meaning every word. I had heard negative comments about having colleagues

w that we’ve met Imani, let’s discuss.” He added. I heard shuffling of seats while I paying

nt B is being resistan

t B for a year now, I know what I’m talking about. My doesn’t want to talk about what is going on, all we do in an hour is s

your patient ha

sure that there is more to that. Hence my reason for saying he is bei

n’t talking, why not refer them to another

turned to me. I shrugged, “I mean, you’ve

to his direction before he continued, “Perhaps, putt

rd. We turned our eyes to him, awaiting his reply patie

work guys, especially you, Imani” He added before walking away. Layla, who sat beside me through, grabbed my left arm and squeezed it gently, “

an said, getting up too. He looked at me, “

that.” I sighed. “I sincerely wond

o anyone. I was told to go home.” Morgan said looking at me, my mouth was wide open. I didn’t even know when I burst out laughing

Rhett saw everything; he said Morgan looked like he had the mumps.” I laughed again. Mumps? I looke

e.” Morgan said

with a smirk. I shrugged, breaking eye contact immediately. Sooner than later, I would have the time to stare at this beautiful creation from God. Layla ch

in.” He said. I turned to him and nodded my head with a

. “Layla is lying.” I let out a short laugh, “If you say so.” I said with a shrug. He stopped walking, I stopped too. He put his hands behind his back and turned to m

ever forget that therapy is a collaborative process, and your role is t

rds come out of his mouth were so cool

d, giving off

sense, you reall

ome I guess.”

ening my door and meeting my office. I gently closed my door and leaned my back on the door, closing my eyes. I think I stood there for close to five minutes

ense, I really wanted to sound sweet bu

st here, there is someone waiting for you

a patient

of the few friends I had were living in other states, it was just me and Addison in that state so this was rather befuddling. Besides, if the guys were coming to see me, they would have informed me first. However I wasn’t going to leave

t it was going to come out. I felt my eyes grow weak as I looked at the person before me. The one person that didn’t eve

ed my teeth. I could feel my blood

ly, staring into my eyes wit

ning to what I have to s