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My therapist , when I'm discussing my own issues , can sometimes relate a similar situation in context. For example, she will tell me of a previous client who experienced similar, what worked and the outcome. No names or anything like that . I find this helpful and supportive and really click with her.
Unlike previous, she doesn't nod her head, watch the clock and say hmmmm all the time.
She challenges me to explore my thoughts and supports my ideas to change behaviours.
Do you consider her talking anonymously about previous clients, in relevance to context , to be unprofessional ?
My friend who works in this area thinks that it's a breach of confidentiality .
AIBU to disagree ?

You're right. She isn't doing anything wrong. My therapist used anecdotes too

Do you consider her talking anonymously about previous clients, in relevance to context , to be unprofessional ?
My friend who works in this area thinks that it's a breach of confidentiality .

Why are so many people in British life, so quick and keen to get others into trouble, when it is not affecting them?

your friend works in the area, but she does not regulate the area.

You find the anecdotes helpful, right? Would you rather change therapists to make sure they’re acting as your friend would expect them to, and then find you have a less effective therapist?

If they are not identifiable, how can it be a breach of confidentiality?

As you’ve said she’s doing it anonymously so there is no issue. She might even be making up the anecdotes for all you know. Your friend is being weird.

As long as they don't give names or any identifiable personal details, they're not doing anything wrong at all.

As a therapist I sometimes do this too, but only where it feels relevant and appropriate for the client. It's a fine line between sharing a story to help the client feel empowered to make steps towards recovery - having mental health problems can often feel very isolating- or making them feel bad for not being able to make progress like other patients.
Some people find it helpful, others don't. But I don't see anything wrong with it as long as the client finds it helpful and the information is anonymous.
It's just like sharing a metaphor or story to help the client see their illness/maladaptive coping in a different way.
Also, if you get on with your therapist and find the work helpful the relationship between you both is going to support your recovery more than going to someone who clock watches and you don't feel a connection with.
Good luck with your recovery!

Nothing at all wrong with it, as long as they're not identifiable, and you're finding it useful.