I described to my T how I'd gotten into a dangerous situation and realized only in that moment that she'd feel bad to lose me. She got distressed. I withdrew in confusion. This took a couple weeks to process.
Her manner is aloof compared to the other Ts people write about on this forum. She would never ever initiate contact outside session, or offer a transitional object, or pat my back or anything. But she does care.
BTW...This is not to suggest anyone should test a relationship by doing something risky. The situation was accidental. But once it happened it was a learning experience. I'm convinced most Ts care about their clients even if they arent demonstrative.
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