Posted by gardenergirl on March 24, 2004, at 5:49:28
In reply to Re: Therapist Attachment - Help » Fallen4myT, posted by lonelygirl on March 23, 2004, at 15:48:49
Attachment is really scary and inviting at the same time, isn't it. My T just brought up the idea of termination the other day. I don't think he was suggesting it was appropriate, although I have been doing much better lately. He just wanted to know my expectations and plans for summer and for next year. I suppose I could terminate if I wanted to. But when he brought it up, of course I started to cry (and I was just on the verge of another cry-free session!) So, I feel good about feeling good and strong, but scared about leaving this relationship as it feels too important to my strength and well-being right now. Over Christmas, when I was out of town for three weeks, I got more depressed. I wonder if it was because I was not having sessions.
I am fortunate in that I can see my T over the summer and through next year if I want to and need to. After that, I will no longer be a student, so I would have to transfer or terminate. I know that the longer I go, the harder termination will be, but right now it feels right to keep going. Seems like there is more to work on.
Please take care of yourself while dealing with your own feelings. Therapy and the therapeutic relationship can be really rewarding and really difficult at the same time. Which, of course, just adds complexity!
Regards,
gg
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