I began therapy approximately 7 months ago and became attached to my therapist surprisingly quickly. I can really relate to this thread. I have lots of issues regarding touch. I crave it and can be repulsed by it at the same time. I crave touch from nurturing, caring mother figures and cannot be touched at all by men. I am going to explore touch a little bit in therapy. I finally got the courage to ask for a hug and she said she would be happy to do it. I often times want her to sit close to me, put her hand on my back, or hold my hand. I feel ashamed for wanting theses things. My question is to Rainbow/ RTerroni..... What caused us to have these deep rooted needs? I wonder if we all come from similar backgrounds. I had a neglectful mom who would not touch/hug me. Did you guys'?