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Old Dec 19, 2013, 08:16 AM
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Originally Posted by GeorgiaGirl413 View Post
I have a very strong religious faith and would not like a T who did not share those same beliefs or at least understand and appreciate how important they are to me. I have questioned both my most recent T's on that point before agreeing to go into T with them. Both were Christian women with a strong faith as well. Though we do not do "Christian counseling" as it were, it helps to know that we are both coming from the same place when it comes to certain issues. In fact, my last T, because she understood this about me, recommended spiritual direction at a local retreat center. I have attended several events there and found them most helpful. I am very grateful she referred me. If there is a real disconnect between you and your current T and it is causing issues with your T then perhaps you should consider changing.
We actually do christian counseling for the most part since we are still very similar in our beliefs. I do envy you though, having a T that is completely on the same page as you regarding morals and beliefs would be ideal. Unfortunately, for more than one reason I cannot and will not change my T. I suppose this is just a roadblock that we must work through together. I think it will feel great once I come out on the other side of the issue!