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My therapist is a baby boomer and she told me to get a part-time job on a Saturday for half the day. I already work full-time. I like my therapist, but sometimes she can be out of touch. I told her I'd like to get a car eventually and want to start saving. Unfortunately, I do not make a lot, and I'm also paying off my hospital bill and anesthesia bill on top of everything else. I have told her that I'm struggling to find another job that pays more. I've had a couple of interviews recently, but unfortunately no luck. I don't know if she fully comprehends how hard it is now to get a job, but she tries to help. I had a phone session with her yesterday and I felt frustrated afterwards. I don't know if she understands that until I finally get a higher paying job, I can't really do the things I want. She even suggested a few times going to Florida where my dad is to get a job, but you need a car to get around. I still need more practice driving, and also I have no plans to ever move there.
Also, what job will pay someone once a week for half a day????
Update: I have worked a weekend job in addition to my full time job 3 years ago for a few weeks. I hated it and I was completely burnt out. It was for my old job because they needed help while they were looking for someone.
You're paying her. The bond between a patient and therapist is meant to be one that is both well boundaried and exemplar of a healthy relationship because it's a space in which you should feel comfortable sharing and being heard. She shouldn't be telling you what to do... unless this is CBT or something? I'm guessing this is psychotherapy. Leave. Find someone else. You sound quite vulnerable.