You have no idea how happy we are to hear you've arrived on board. De is in a bad way and, yeah, I can't help thinking he'll need to be coaxed around to the idea of seeing a psychiatrist. Hell, he's not even speaking to us just at the moment, which is a little heartbreaking, but hopefully that'll blow over. We'll tell him about you next time he's awake and able to listen, and hopefully we'll be able to prep him and convince him so you don't get an earful. Of - silence.
Thank you so much, again. We will be back in touch. Do feel free to come over and meet us some time, if you like/have time.
Private to Dr Noeldctr_mccoyJanuary 6 2010, 02:24:26 UTC
Dr Noel,
You have been given access to the requested medical records.
I appreciate your quick work. Emma McCoy is my mother, and after what happened to her, I would agree that she could benefit from speaking to someone. I will ask her.
I can also contact Lt Moreau, though we are not well acquainted. I would be pleased to make the introductions.
There are a couple of people on board who I have been seen by me, and for various reasons, I wonder if they might not benefit from seeing someone else. However, I think they may be reluctant to speak with a new person, despite my recommendations. Do you have any advice or suggestions for explaining to someone that they might be better served by someone else?
Private to Dr McCoyfirst_noelJanuary 6 2010, 05:48:59 UTC
Dr. McCoy,
Thank you so much for the quick response, and for volunteering to speak to them. Please let them both know that I'd be happy to answer any questions they may have, or set up an appointment.
It can be difficult to get people to agree to see someone new, especially if they're already comfortable with their current therapist. How you bring it up really depends on why you think they'd be better off seeing me instead - whether you think you're too close to their issues, perhaps, or if you're just not getting anywhere in your sessions with them.
You may suggest to them that a third party might provide a more objective viewpoint, or explain that your focus is in medicine and you don't have the training for prolonged psychological treatment - honesty really is the best policy here, I think. As long as you make it clear that you're not discouraged with their progress or trying to be rid of them in any fashion, I suspect they'll understand.
Please let me know if there's anything else I can do. And good luck.
Very pleased to make your acquaintance. I would say that you have no idea what a relief it is to know you have come aboard, but I'm sure you have some appreciation.
Further to Bill's earlier response to you we have since talked to DeForest, and he seems, if not precisely happy, at least more receptive to the idea of seeing you, and in terms of accepting treatment in general.
With this in mind, would it be possible to arrange for you to see him sometime soon? If you feel it might be worth talking to either Bill or I in person first, we're only too happy to do so, especially as I'm sure De will find it quite difficult to open up to anyone initially.
Thank you for your help, and I look forward to meeting you in person,
None taken, whatsoever. In fact it's gratifying to see that level of consideration to him, and I completely understand the importance of having this be a safe space for him on all levels, so he can hopefully gain a sense of empowerment through it. I was merely unsure how much information you'd been given in general, but if you've got access to his medical files I'm sure you've got a good picture, and I don't think there is anything else I consider vital for you to be aware of, at this point.
We've discussed the matter further with him, and he seems willing to meet with you whenever suits, although he would prefer us to come along with him in the first instance, as he is feeling quite anxious about meeting you. Obviously we'll leave as soon as this seems feasible, I hope this is alright?
That will be fine; I'm willing to make whatever accommodations Mr. Kelley needs in order to feel comfortable. Would tomorrow afternoon be too soon? I'll be seeing patients in my quarters, at least for the time being; the ship's computer can tell you how to find them.
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You have no idea how happy we are to hear you've arrived on board. De is in a bad way and, yeah, I can't help thinking he'll need to be coaxed around to the idea of seeing a psychiatrist. Hell, he's not even speaking to us just at the moment, which is a little heartbreaking, but hopefully that'll blow over. We'll tell him about you next time he's awake and able to listen, and hopefully we'll be able to prep him and convince him so you don't get an earful. Of - silence.
Thank you so much, again. We will be back in touch. Do feel free to come over and meet us some time, if you like/have time.
Bill Shatner
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You have been given access to the requested medical records.
I appreciate your quick work. Emma McCoy is my mother, and after what happened to her, I would agree that she could benefit from speaking to someone. I will ask her.
I can also contact Lt Moreau, though we are not well acquainted. I would be pleased to make the introductions.
There are a couple of people on board who I have been seen by me, and for various reasons, I wonder if they might not benefit from seeing someone else. However, I think they may be reluctant to speak with a new person, despite my recommendations. Do you have any advice or suggestions for explaining to someone that they might be better served by someone else?
Much appreciated,
Leonard McCoy
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Thank you so much for the quick response, and for volunteering to speak to them. Please let them both know that I'd be happy to answer any questions they may have, or set up an appointment.
It can be difficult to get people to agree to see someone new, especially if they're already comfortable with their current therapist. How you bring it up really depends on why you think they'd be better off seeing me instead - whether you think you're too close to their issues, perhaps, or if you're just not getting anywhere in your sessions with them.
You may suggest to them that a third party might provide a more objective viewpoint, or explain that your focus is in medicine and you don't have the training for prolonged psychological treatment - honesty really is the best policy here, I think. As long as you make it clear that you're not discouraged with their progress or trying to be rid of them in any fashion, I suspect they'll understand.
Please let me know if there's anything else I can do. And good luck.
Helen Noel
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Very pleased to make your acquaintance. I would say that you have no idea what a relief it is to know you have come aboard, but I'm sure you have some appreciation.
Further to Bill's earlier response to you we have since talked to DeForest, and he seems, if not precisely happy, at least more receptive to the idea of seeing you, and in terms of accepting treatment in general.
With this in mind, would it be possible to arrange for you to see him sometime soon? If you feel it might be worth talking to either Bill or I in person first, we're only too happy to do so, especially as I'm sure De will find it quite difficult to open up to anyone initially.
Thank you for your help, and I look forward to meeting you in person,
Leonard Nimoy
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None taken, whatsoever. In fact it's gratifying to see that level of consideration to him, and I completely understand the importance of having this be a safe space for him on all levels, so he can hopefully gain a sense of empowerment through it. I was merely unsure how much information you'd been given in general, but if you've got access to his medical files I'm sure you've got a good picture, and I don't think there is anything else I consider vital for you to be aware of, at this point.
We've discussed the matter further with him, and he seems willing to meet with you whenever suits, although he would prefer us to come along with him in the first instance, as he is feeling quite anxious about meeting you. Obviously we'll leave as soon as this seems feasible, I hope this is alright?
Best Wishes,
Leonard Nimoy
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That will be fine; I'm willing to make whatever accommodations Mr. Kelley needs in order to feel comfortable. Would tomorrow afternoon be too soon? I'll be seeing patients in my quarters, at least for the time being; the ship's computer can tell you how to find them.
I look forward to meeting all of you.
Helen Noel
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