Indeed. That's why I suggested you ask her for grounding techniques. It sounds like you dissociate; sort of lock up. One such technique is to use your senses (you seem to find touch helpful) like smell, touch, hearing, and taste. You could touch something, like, say, a material you're wearing, and focus on the texture; just keep focusing on the texture.. maybe doing breathing exercises while you're at it. You can do that quite discreetly, too, which is one of the reasons I do stuff like that. It might sound daft, but it can often work, because it takes you out of that little bubble in your head (totally understand that) and grounds you. I also use joss-sticks, which serve a similar purpose as a scented candle: to relax you. I also use taste, by drinking things like Earl Grey tea, and peppermint tea. Ask your therapist; she can give you a lot of information.