This is so important! I've thought about writing about it as well. I finally realized this when I took one of my kids to a therapist and the way she treated me was AWFUL.
We switched to someone who was kind to both my son and me.
When I finally found the therapist who helped me with the most growth, I decided I'd vet any future therapists at the first session. Just because you get that first appointment doesn't mean the relationship will work out. It's a process to find a good match.
Thank you so much for putting this important message out into the universe, Missy.