Therapist Attachment

[Curry223]

I think I’m slowly but surly getting attached to my therapist. No, not in a sexual manner. I’ve been seeing my for over a year now and she’s my favorite so far because she gives me the best advice and helps me with my ptsd/anxiety. She’s leaving the office she currently works at and I will need a new therapist soon. I hate starting over with new therapist and I feel as though I’ll miss her techniques the most.

[Agora1]

Curry223, it happens that we can get caught up in our therapist's apron strings lol

There was a time I felt the same. Worrying how I would get through her vacation

days, the weekends etc. I always did but the "what if" she retired kept me on edge"

Now I've grown as to all I've learned over the years with her as well as other therapists.

We experience different viewpoints which can be helpful as well as healthy in our

emotional growth. Be open as to what your new therapist has to say. Listen and Learn xx

[Curry223 in reply to Agora1]

I’m glad I’m not alone and you’re right I should be open to new therapist if it’s ever happens. Thank you such!

[Baily]

Hello Curry 223, I know exactly how you feel, if you find a therapist that you connect with its a big help. After mine retired I just got on with it myself, I had gone through a few in the past......all very poor. We have to learn to live with ourselves but I lean on my Maker who gives me the strength to carry on. God bless you.

[Curry223 in reply to Baily]

IYou’re 100% I can’t depend on her all the time

[designguy]

It's perfectly normal to get attached to a therapist that you have found especially helpful for you, is there any possibility that she will relocate somewhere else and you could continue working with her?

[Curry223 in reply to designguy]

Thank you for making me feel like I’m not crazy lol. She’s moving out of state sadly, but I hope we can mutual keep in touch as friends.