Lots of interesting thoughts and viewpoints here! It's interesting that so many people think it would be a more vulnerable position.... perhaps it really would. I was thinking in terms of not having to wonder whether I should be looking at T and so maybe feeling less vulnerable (and T not having to look at me either.... I wonder how much I would be worrying about whether he was taking the opportunity to think about other things, as I would be unable to see him. Maybe he'd bring a book. That's actually rather a funny image - patient on couch talking away, with T reading The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo and making hmming noises at random intervals, outside patient's field of vision )

Gaah. Now I'm starting to wonder if he suggested it because he doesn't want to have to look at me. OF COURSE THAT'S NOT IT. I know that. I wish I knew why the suggestion came up, though.

Sorry. Thanks for your insights, all - and more anecdotes, thoughts or comments are welcome

That is very encouraging