brilliant mind,

My t does not touch me though this is a very thought provoking topic. I actually just googled an article on this today. The article talked about how there is a use for theraputic touch and how there are ways to have that "touch" without the actual physical contact. For example they listed body mirroring and other ways to communicate that expression of touch. My therapist does do this with me. It reminded me of a time where I felt a strong connection to him. (which does not happen very often and in fact this was one of my top three therapy moments ever!) I was in the middle of something intense for me and I looked up from staring at who knows where and was focusing on his chest and I realized that both of us were breathing in sinc with eachother and with the same intensity. I felt connected, I felt that I was being cared for. I don't know how to explain it except for saying it was just one of those plain old weird moments in life that stay with you even though it doesn't seem like a big deal. I would not be a good candidate for incorporating touch into therapy due to my history so I do appreciate how my t shows me in other ways. I am very sorry that your t took total advantage of you and this t-technique. I hope that you have another therapist or trusted person that can help you through this difficult and extremely unfair situation. Please remember that your therapist has been unethical with your treatment and you are not to blame for any of this. Take good care of yourself and please let us know if we can help you in any way.