T and I had a discussion about my inner child and fear of transference. My therapist was so wonderfully sympathetic and earnest, saying she would never, never hurt me. It melted my heart. The sweet look on her face could melt a stone!
But I still can't say that I need her to care about me like her child. It's like I'll be electrocuted if I say any needy stuff.
I can't write this either because it's the same as saying it.

But what are some sideways, hinting, things I could say? I could say my inner child needs to feel safe. I could say that. Or my inner child likes to be encouraged. Those are general, aren't too mushy.

It's easier to say Yes, or No, if T would agree to ask questions that can be answered that way. She asked me what would make my inner child feel happy and OK. But I just couldn't answer that because it's too much to say. I'm frozen with fear, Grrr, and so frustrated. Just thought I'd ask you who have been through this first step. Thanks