Mediation would likely never happen. I cant imagine a T agreeing. As a client you can go in and gripe on T however you want. Does T get that same right? About a client pushing boundaries, making them frustrated, being obsessed, etc. most clients would be more hurt than helped. But in mediation does a t get to share their feelings too? No. I think seeking outside advice is helpful but a T wouldnt do mediation. Theyre a service provider. Its a relationship but nothing CLOSE to marriage. They arent a spouse. They arent family. They see you 1-2x a week. If you cant repair together, you find another.