Bentley took a deep breath, trying to gather his thoughts. “Well, I’m Bentley, and... I’ve had some tough experiences in my past. My girlfriend, Nova, thought it would be a good idea for me to see a therapist. I guess she is worried about me.”
Dr. Martinez nodded understandingly. “It’s great that Nova is supportive and cares about your well-being. Can you tell me more about these tough experiences?”
Bentley hesitated for a moment, then began to speak. “It started with my ex, Ivy. We were together for a long time, and I trusted her completely. But she broke my trust in the worst ways. She cheated on me and even tried to steal from me. It shattered me.”
Dr. Martinez’s expression was empathetic as she listened. “It sounds like you went through a very difficult and painful time with Ivy. H
