Grace: (Points to blank canvas.) Paint.
Ryan: What?
Grace: Paint. You know, on that blank canvas I'm pointing at.
Ryan: ...Why?
Grace: I know you have it in you. Come on.
Ryan: Fine.
One hour later...
Ryan: Done.
Grace: (Puts down book.) What'd you paint?
Ryan: Take a look.
Grace: (Gasps.) You drew me, Ryan. Me.
Ryan: You were a great model. (Smiles.)
☆☆☆
[ SESSION NOTES ]
Time: 2:40 PM
Patient: Ryan Higgins
Reason: Depression
Improvements: Painted
Comment: Amazing artist
Need to hang on door
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Short StoryA series of constant visits to a young therapist who tries to help a depressed boy. [ 2016 ]