Has anyone had therapist that mainly listens to you/nods?

My last two or three did this, and my current one, while very kind .. does this as well. I am there to get feedback, tips and affirmations, anything that can aid this healing of severe PTSD. I am not sure why or if they believe EVERY patient only wants a sounding board or just a pair of ears? I have major trouble speaking up too, that is part of my severe anxiety. I feel so awkward asking for what I need, with anyone really :( But I guess you just need to find that 'right' therapist, that really CARES to go forth MORE with you and ask questions, or show they are wondering about connecting the dots in your past, to how you are NOW. Anyone else go through this ?

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goodlil666 · 51-55, M

Doesn't sound like they are really interested in help you or maybe not really qualified to be counseling anyone. I would think they would have questions and even suggestions of things you might try to improve your coping and management skills and ways to work through and free yourself from the chains that bind you. Are they helping you at all without any kind of input or feedback?

Coralmist · 41-45, F

@goodlil666 They are not really helping unfortunately. They are very kind thank goodness but no real affirmations or tips or tools for me to try. They did lend me a book but I can get books myself.