Sometimes in this work I can feel sad at the limitations of the care that one is able to give in private practise. I know that people really struggle especially when they are working through difficult stuff.  One example was when a lady was eventually hospitalised and crying out for more help and containment and I can only refer to a crisis team and only offer my services which have obvious limitations. This can take me back to when as a family we were seeking help from services due to my fathers emotional difficulties.  I felt vulnerable and hopeless as its painful to be part off and watch.