Posted by mystickangaroo on April 9, 2010, at 17:08:14
In reply to Re: Is there an implied consent for a therapist to » mystickangaroo, posted by sassyfrancesca on April 9, 2010, at 10:02:57
Hi Sassy
I have a lot of rules in my head about what I can and can't do. Talking about sex and sexuality would be on the NO list!
What my T did was show me a blind spot, acknowledge its existence and how tricky it is for me, be very clear with her boundaries and motivation, let me know that she was not scared to go there and that where I went with that information was up to me but she would not ignore it.
Nor would she keep bringing it up all the time. As you said ~ it is up to me what we talk about but if she has a sense that there is a sexual aspect to what I am saying she is not going to shy away from it.
Whilst it is not an easy thought, I do like the idea that my T is really listening to me. Actively listening. Otherwise I could stay home and talk to my dog. A good listener but he has a great deal of difficulty communicating his insights. That is what I pay my T for.
I can't dance. But when I waltz with an experienced dancer I can. We both hear the music and he can only lead where I am willing (and able) to go. that is therapy for me.
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