Posted by Raindancer on March 23, 2004, at 13:52:40
In reply to Therapist Attachment - Help, posted by lonelygirl on March 22, 2004, at 18:52:16
Hello. I wanted to say that I like you and I see no reason why your T shouldn't either. He has told you things he likes about you and that he would miss your sessions - he doesn't have to say that and a good therapist wouldn't say something he doesn't mean. To be honest - to himself and to you - is part of his job. I can say this to you because I've been in a similar position myself. I suspect that a lot of the feelings you think he has about you may actually be your own feelings about yourself and not a lot to do with him. You talk more to him than you do to others and he is getting to know and appreciate the person you really are. I wonder if you dare not accept the warmth he offers you because you would then have to change some of the feelings you have about yourself and also because you fear the attachment will be too much. If you can come to trust him I feel you will both gain a great deal.
All the very best. I enjoy your posts and getting to know you. R
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