Posted by orchid on October 12, 2005, at 13:33:19
In reply to Re: Need advice about friendship with former therapist » Blossom, posted by orchid on October 12, 2005, at 13:21:37
But I had another thought.
How would you feel though, in case your T stops all contact abruptly with you? For some consideration like ethical issues etc? I think that will be devastating for you?
I think maybe atleast being aware of the possibility that he might end all contact with you suddenly one day might help. Even if he says he won't do it now, you never know what is up in the air. And if he would change his mind. I don't think there can be an completely open and honest friendship given the fact that he holds an upper hand in the relationship. Also there will always be concerns like "Can I tell this to him?", "Oh, what about this", and you would likely take each of his statements quite personal.
So in view of all that, real friendship may never be possible. But limited social contact and mild friendship would definitely be possible - but don't over do it.
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