I don't think so. My T. is a LCSW and seems to have some of the strictest boundaries I've seen on here. No texting unless for appointments (I can text her but she won't respond to feelings except to offer another session because she feels she may misinterpret my text) and she's never shared an email address. She does hug but is not very verbally reassuring.

At the same time, many doctors in town refer patients to her and she's known for being able to help really tough patients. If a client needs a lot of "stroking" then she refers them to more "gushy" therapists.

I also think it depends on their temperament. By nature, she's not a very touchy/feely person. She has told me many times that it's difficult for a therapist to change temperaments so it's better for the client to find a T. that is what they need.