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Originally Posted by skies_
Part of it is that I want him to feel good about treating me. This is an ongoing thing. In my semi-twisted mind, I having his feeling good linked with receiving nurturing, protection, and care. The only thing I can think of that would make him feel good is feeling that his work is rewarding; and, I think that i'd have to be getting better (in some form or another) for him to feel that his work with me is rewarding. I was steadily improving, but now this.
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I hope he won't rely on your continual improvement for his validation. My therapist often talks about how healing is circular, not linear, and I believe we all have ups and downs, I know I do! Life's variables keep most things from occurring in a perfectly straight, clean process.
I imagine he'd derive satisfaction from you trusting him and opening up as well as for being there for you when you could most benefit from his services. I know my therapist does.