Hi. Sorry if this is the wrong place to post but I am conflicted and need more experienced and outside perspective. 

I have started therapy to deal with my consistent panic attacks.  I had a session tonight and since I am new to therapy, I don’t know what are considered red flags. 

On one hand, I really agree with what he suggests for understanding my issues and how to approach them. 

On the other hand, I find some of his language to be manipulative. He told an anecdote about getting checked out by a nurse and he was able to manipulate the BP machine by regulating his breathing. After doing so, he said he told the nurse that “her machine must be the problem. “ I can’t articulate why but that’s rubbed me the wrong way.  He also said the phrase “Believe me. “ as a command, not in a joking manner. 

I need a reality check. Am I  mentally overreacting?