Before I started seeing my t, I spoke with my pastor on several occasions. There was no touch involved. He referred me to my t when I knew I needed more counseling than he could provide. My t includes Christian therapy on her website. We shook hands when we met, I think. That is the extent of the touch. I think it really depends more on the therapist/pastor. I would ask what the person's touch policies are and if you do not want to be touched, that should be respected.