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Therapist Uses Power Moves at the End to Book Next Session
Some time ago, I saw a therapist to see if it's beneficial for self-development.
He was very professional during the session.
But, at the end, I think he used some power moves ...
Him: Would you like to book a session in a few weeks to check how you are doing? (Using open loop persuasion technique)
I have more slots open now if you book in advance. (Principle of scarcity)Me: I will let you know.
Him: Is that you or the overcontroller speaking? (jester tone)
(referencing something in the therapy session;
I didn't like this because he uses what I shared in the therapy session to shame me)Me: **smiles**
Looks like therapists uses sales tactics too.
I should have said
Him: Is that you or the overcontroller speaking? (jester tone)
(referencing something in the therapy session;
I didn't like this because he uses what I shared in the therapy session to shame me)Me: That's why I like you. (judge power move)
Always applying the principles in real-time. (sarcasm to hint that it was out of place)
Nice case study.
I wasn't there to judge, but I don't think I would have liked that.
Another option:
Him: Is that you or the overcontroller speaking?
Me: Good one. Is that you as a therapist, or you as a salesman speaking?
"Good one" preserves the relationship and "hands it to him" that he made a good joke.
The second part though addresses the power dynamics and re-empowers you.
It's a "tit for tat" approach here, but many other techniques could apply.
