(((((Rainbow))))))

I'm so proud of you! You are doing really well in facing this head on. I know it may feel to you like 'tough love,' but your t is remaining gentle and kind with you. She just doesn't want you to focus on the relationship SO MUCH that you avoid working on your other issues.

No, she didn't hold your hand. But she did initiate a hug at the close of your session. So she's not withdrawing her comfort. She's just stepping back a little bit to allow you to experiment with soothing yourself more. She is still "there" with you.

You can do this!