I guess I've been lucky. I've been seeing my T for six years and I feel we have a totally honest relationship. I can't think of a single time he has either lied, slanted or stretched the truth. He doesn't manipulate me either. He's very caring and compassionate, and I've always known exactly where I stand with him - I trust him completely - and he's never broken that trust.

He's told me "I care about you" and he's shown it in hundreds of ways through the years. He's said "I'm committed to see you through this - I won't leave you" and he never has - his committment to my healing has never wavered. He's told me "It's safe in here" and he's always respected my boundaries and made me feel safe and protected even when addressing the scary stuff.

No, he's not perfect, but he's never lied to me.