My T has told me that she really likes me, feels very comfortable with me, and is attached to me. That feels strange when I write it out because my basic assumption is that I am not likable.

One time, right as I left her office, she said, "I really like you." I didn't know how to respond. I think I just said thanks. I wondered if that was the therapist's version of saying "Love you," to a good friend when you say goodbye because therapists can't say, "I love you." I do know I felt more securely attached to her that week than I usually do. It was odd.