How do I handle this without being a jerk?

I’m in a therapy group. I like the people there except that they can ramble on about things that aren’t therapeutic or relevant. Even the group therapist joins in with them. I get bored and impatient because we’re all paying for the therapy but they’re constantly digressing.

When this happens, how can I get our group back on track without sounding like a jerk or a control freak?

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Keepitsimple · 56-60, F

Does it matter if you’re paying for therapy? I’d be pissed.

SinlessOnslaught · M

@Keepitsimple Not sure what your question means

Keepitsimple · 56-60, F

Meaning who cares what they think if you say the convo is off track and they get mad. It’s your money. You wanted help not a social hour. @SinlessOnslaught

ScarletWitch · 31-35, F

@SinlessOnslaught she said...

Does it matter?
If ur paying for therapy, I'd be pissed.

SinlessOnslaught · M

@ScarletWitch Are you being sarcastic? Lol

SinlessOnslaught · M

@Keepitsimple I see what you mean

Keepitsimple · 56-60, F

😉@ScarletWitch

ScarletWitch · 31-35, F

@SinlessOnslaught I actually read it a certain way that didnt make sence at first. So I made some changes :P

Grateful4you · M

@Keepitsimple Basically what I said. And ironically, I'm not a confrontational type but he is there for a reason!

Keepitsimple · 56-60, F

That’s how I feel. If I’m paying for something I would expect that person to be respectful and professional enough to keep everybody on task. If not then I would speak up. It’s my money. I want the time being used constructively.@Grateful4you