Yes to what I think is an appropriate degree but only for our interaction...if I find a therapist effective and continue to see him/her, they don't really get to behave like a "person" for the duration of the session. They have to be a clinician and I have my own standards for that....they listen to me, respect my values, focus on my stuff, etc...they don't get to complain about their life or just excuse themselves if they'd rather go somewhere else... I don't apply these standards to my friends, family, etc. when we interact. So I at least have different expectations for our interaction. Outside the session? Not at all, just another person.