Well my T has said I love you to me. The first time I thought it was crossing boundaries but realize it was needed in the context. I even asked her if that was appropriate. Even though I did develop transference later on it had nothing to do with those words. Sometimes during really trying weeks she'll throw one out there and of course it's not sexual but it's a mutual respect and care for one another and I now say it back. It doesn't bother me now,but I don't expect to hear it like I would from a SO or family member. I think if I were a T I'd probably never say I love you to a client.

I can see where it can cross boundaries and create transference but thank god I don't have those kind of feelings or attachment to the woman!!!