In her 35 years as a therapist, Arlene Drake has never heard so many clients talking about the same issue. Week after week, they complain of panic attacks and insomnia because of President Trump. One therapist mediated a case in which an adult son threatened to cut off his relationship with his parents because they voted for Trump. last month, therapists also discussed how to talk about Trump, especially with patients whose political beliefs might differ from their own. — Hillary GoldsherBut Goldsher, who practices in Beverly Hills, said that while she understands therapists’ desire to condemn Trump, she thinks opening up could isolate some patients.

Source: Los Angeles Times February 24, 2017 12:00 UTC