Posted by Karen_kay on January 8, 2004, at 23:29:27
In reply to needing a hug being refused, wish it didn't hurt, posted by metalflipflop on January 8, 2004, at 23:02:06
I don't understand why she would give two different answers like that. Maybe that is something you should take up with her at your next session. I'm sorry she didn't hug you. I will. (((liz)))
My therapist never hugs me. I've had handshakes before and touches on the back as well as the good old "shoulder pat" but never a hug. He mentioned once, when I told him how very unsupportive he is, that he has had the urge to hug me on several occassions, but that would be crossing boundaries. And I understand completely, though it would be nice to get a hug :(
I'd ask her why she refused to hug you. I'm sure it will lead to a good discussion. Maybe she's trying to reinforce boundaries?
Good luck!
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