Do therapists get annoyed when clients forget and miss sessions?

[Joe917]

I've had the same therapist for about 2 years, and have not shown up to maybe 3 appointments. Not on purpose, just because it simply slipped my mind. I called when I remembered, and apologized. A lot has gone on since I last saw her. Good, and bad, and I was kind of looking forward to our meeting. I had a long night last night, and didn't get to bed until after 3am. I would have set an alarm for our appointment at 9am, but didn't even think of it for some reason and I woke up at 9:30am. She always calls if im like 10 minutes late, but not this time. Im afraid she didn't this time because she was frustrated with me. I called her office. I didn't speak to her directly, but I told the receptionist I missed my appointment, and we rescheduled another week from now. I know some might feel frustrated, and some might not. I guess what im asking is should I feel bad for missing another appointment?

[CupcakeTheDestroyer]

I think this will help you a lot since you seem to be anxious about literally any mildly negative interaction you perceive: nobody cares about what you do as much as you do.

[Cyfris]

Usually not. they just bill you and do something else unless they don't bill you then yes they do hate you.

[slatyb]

Are you paying for the missed appointments? You should be.

[Joe917]

My insurance covers it.

[slatyb]

Wow, that's pretty generous insurance, paying for services not rendered.

[slatyb]

Anyway three appointments in two years is not a big deal. It happens. How do you remember the appointments? I use my phone and set an Alexa reminder.

[Joe917]

I usually just put it in my notes on my phone. I just forget to look at it sometimes.

[slatyb]

Your phone has a calendar that will remind you at a time of your choosing.

[Ariesman81]

Like all service industries, they'll only be upset if you don't pay for the wasted time slot.

[exitseven]

no, thay charge you just the same,

[Jeff51]

Im sure they do. They may charge too