How do I job shadow a Therapist if there are the privacy things?
So my teacher sent out an assignment where we all have to job shaddow the career that we scored highest on in this group of surveys; I scored highest in Art Therapy, Music Therapy, and Psycology. I can't job shaddow any of those (that I know of) because of the deal that the therapist makes, saying that they won't repeat anything you say without permission. I have to actually go and be with the person so, any advise?? #career
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Raegan’s Answer
Lillian’s Answer
You may still be able to job shadow a therapist, psychologist, or psychiatrist--it was possible for me after I signed some kind of confidentiality agreement. The psychiatrist I was shadowing also made sure it was an initial session with the client so it was less in-depth than typical sessions and more of just a medical history in-take. I'm not sure if this is possible where you are, but it wouldn't hurt to ask a couple of people in this field to see if they have any options for you.
I also would suggest you talk to your teacher and let them know about your situation. See what they are willing to agree with after you ask them about these following options:
Lillian recommends the following next steps: