Posted by Dinah on February 12, 2007, at 0:22:39
In reply to what do you like about your T?, posted by sunnydays on February 11, 2007, at 19:22:52
I like that he's so easy going that he can put up with anyone, even me. And he's completely (or almost completely) unflappable. I can tell him anything without being afraid of his reaction.
I like that he feels open and receptive but with a firm solid core. It makes me feel safe and relaxed to be around him.
I like that when he makes a mistake, he can admit it and apologize and tries to do better.
I like his flexibility. He adjusts his interactions depending on how I present myself.
I like his voice. Like so many therapists, he's got a great, soothing, voice. I especially like it when he slips and lets his southern accent show.
I like how he manages to keep the important boundaries firm, while still being very real with me.
I like his commitment to our therapeutic relationship, and his respect for the hard work we've done. I like how when things get rough, he's willing to fight to relationship and urge me to do the same.
I like that he knows me soooo well. Almost as well as I know him (or therapist him at least).
I kind of like his rotten memory. I can tell him the same things more than once, and know it will be a new story to him.
Most of all I like that he lets me be exactly who I am. I don't have to cover anything up. He doesn't mind that I'm direct and outspoken at times. He doesn't mind if I'm feeling young and clingy. He doesn't even mind if I call him and call him cursewords. (He says he's glad I can identify when I'm angry and that I've come a long way in that.)
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