I do not view my T as an authority figure. She is my helper and my guide. I am dependent on her and that is called attachment. Attachment to T is essential for therapy to be its most beneficial.

We don't look for balance in this relationship. The T has more power. And that is needed because we need their strength and understanding. We lean on them. My T never comes across as the final authority of anything.

She is very kind and gentle and works extremely cooperatively with me. She has never imposed her views on me or told me what to do. She proposes ideas and techniques and we discuss them together. I am so grateful to her and so happy she isn't an 'authority' figure.