Would you feel comfortable seeing a therapist if you had mutual friends on Facebook?

This is a good question.

I have been in therapy for a very long time. My relationship with my therapist is very important, and I want the ability to talk about absolutely everything that is going on in my life. Everything and everyone. I do not want to have to edit what I’m saying due to fear of how the therapist will receive my words because they know whom I’m talking about.

I would choose another therapist.

Absolutely what @Hawaii_Jake says.

I can’t afford a shrink. Don’t think I’d go to one even if I could. Now if you’ll excuse me, I’ll go wait to be moderated.

Agreed with @Hawaii_Jake – the issue is not patient confidentiality; I am sure the therapist would keep your confidences. It is, as @Hawaii_Jake said, the fact that the therapist knows the other people, which makes the entire counseling process less anonymous than it should be.

Your full trust in a therapist is paramount or it won’t work for you.
Find another one.
Or exactly what @Hawaii_Jake said.

If don’t think he’ll reveal any of your secrets to anyone else being a professional. I’m wondering wouldn’t it help if he knows the context already? I think it might be awkward on your part though as it might involve your mutual friends.

Absolutely not!!! Too much chance of “accidentally” having your privacy compromised.

My therapist was involved with someone in my Ex’s sailing group for a while. It didn’t hurt our relationship but it was an established one. If s/he seems like the best for you, maybe consider meeting with them once and discussing the issue.

OTOH….perhaps knowing some of your acquaintances will help her understand why you feel the way you do about things. She’s there to see your reactions to the things they say.

Heck no especially the bunch I know on my Facebook page. I m sure they have attracted the same type of people for years. I stopped hanging out for a reason.