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I recently started a co-op job through my university. My boss is the only one I report to and I don't work with anyone else. In the next few weeks I'm going to have to take some time off. I don't know how to put this but I've got to go see a psychologist (post trauma related). I've been trying to see one for months and it's unfortunate it happens now when I just started working. I've never seen a psychologist before but I think I'll be seeing them more than once and on a weekly or biweekly schedule.
I've told the receptionist at the clinic that I work Mon-Fri 9-5 and she said she'll try her best to accommodate that but my first appointment is at 3 on a Thursday and I think it's inevitable that it will interfere with work.
My boss is a strange man. He's asked (point blank) questions like if I have friends in this city, how long my parents have been married or if I "have trouble communicating". I don't feel comfortable telling him about this but I'm not sure what to do. I was thinking of being as vague as possible about the medical reason and if he demands specifics say physio therapy for my shoulder (as that would be something you'd have to go in on a periodic basis for and shoulder injuries would be hard to notice e.g. no limp).
Of course I'd prefer to be honest. Any advice on what I should say to my boss, ask or request of the psychologist clinic?
First, there is absolutely nothing wrong or weird about seeing a psychologist. It's nothing to be embarrassed about, especially here in an anonymous forum.
And the second absolute: it is absolutely none of your employer's business. This is medical care, and in most countries you have the legal and moral right to privacy & protection from intrusion.
Plus, in the United States and the Western democracies, your employer is legally obligated to "reasonably accommodate" your medical needs. You don't need to tell them what your medical issue is. Only that you must go to doctor appointments on a schedule, and that it won't interfere with getting your job done.
If your boss asks about the details, then politely and firmly reject all questions: "It's a private thing. I'm sorry, but I'd rather not discuss it. I'll be fine."
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