Posted by Dinah on April 21, 2009, at 13:56:20
In reply to Re: time » sassyfrancesca, posted by sunnydays on April 21, 2009, at 13:48:30
From what you said, this is a very stressful time. Longing for your therapist is natural. I got upset at the office the other day, and while I haven't been longing for my therapist in particular lately, I instantly got the strong urge to burrow onto his lap and not let go.
I've been feeling some admiration for your therapist from what you've said about his reaction. It sounds as if he's doing as good a job as anyone could in balancing the maintenance of therapeutic boundaries, while trying to make himself available in what ways he can. (making himself available by phone, etc.) You both sound frustrated, but that's to his credit as well.
I may be remembering entirely incorrectly, but isn't there some concern about whether you'll be able to continue to see him after you graduate? Maybe a concern about whether you'll find a job in the area?
It's such a difficult and stressful time of life. Be kind to yourself, and I hope you are able to find support from as many sources as possible.
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