Posted by Toph on December 27, 2004, at 7:15:56
In reply to Lifetime Therapy, posted by alexandra_k on December 26, 2004, at 18:25:05
Alexandra, I identify with much of what you posted. Sure, your T has to make a living, and let's hope (s)he is professional. But what Dinah alluded to is what I struggle with, does he really care about me, would he want to sit down over coffee for 50 minutes and talk with me for free? Or his he faking interest like a prostitute fakes whatever his/her client wants? I'd like to think that unlike a prostitute who survives through disassociation, your T develops a relationship with you as you work through various issues you bring into the room. It's a little one sided but dynamic all the same. You're smart enough to recognize if (s)he isn't there with you invested in your progress. That the part I also struggle with. Is a mechanic really invested in completely fixing your car or does he want you to come back? I hope our Ts have the same goal as us, to make them obsolete.
-Toph
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