WePow put it well. A therapuetic relationship isn't balanced. The therapist listens to everything, and they may play Devil's Advocate here & there, but that certainly isn't sharing their own perspective. That wall between the patient and therapist needs to be there ~ the patient is safe to share their innermost thoughts, feelings, and memories without fear.

The therapist knows that they are morally responsible for maintaining a safe distance from their patients. If the therapist is unable to maintain their safe distance, it is their responsibility to refer that case to another T, STAT!