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For many, a therapist crossing boundaries feels GOOD. The client loves it... the attention, the feeling "special".

Sadly, it's not uncommon.

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And I would just like to point out feeling these things is also a result of a completely healthy therapeutic relationship with no boundary crossing. If someone focuses completely on you, validates your feelings and gives you unconditional positive regard for one hour per week... chances are, you're going to love it. You're going to feel special.

It is unfortunate that in therapy, boundary crossing does happen. Therapists hold a great power, and it is so, so sad to realize that some may take advantage of that.

Lines can be blurry, I know. We need to be aware of this stuff. But I am also protective of how sacred and intimate a healthy therapeutic relationship can be.