Posted by antigua3 on September 19, 2008, at 6:40:04
In reply to dual relationship with therapist?, posted by JayJ on September 18, 2008, at 16:50:20
Thanks for the article; I found it very interesting.
I think I have (or at least have had) a dual relationship w/my T. Our kids went to the same small school and I had to learn how to deal w/running into her. It was difficult at first, but she helped me tremendously. Also, I can identify with several of those boundary crossings--regular hugs, sending cards, giving gifts, etc. (In all the years, I think I've only given my T flowers one beautiful day last year. She gave me gifts when my children were born.)
I don't know if it would work for everyone, because as you said, some people feel more comfortable with the rigid boundaries (my pdoc, e.g.) because then they know exactly what is expected of them. I'm usually like that, but my relationship w/my T is just different.
I also agree that there are distinct differences between therapeutic crossings and boundary violations, and that the crossings don't have to lead down that slippery slope. But maybe I'm wrong.
thanks again,
antigua
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