I think both the therapist and the client have power in the relationship. I used to think the therapist had all the power until I had a talk about power with my T. She said that one of the most important things she learned while training to be a therapist was to never hold the power a therapist has over the client. The balance of power needs to be equal and it is in our relationship. She said she wouldn't be able to sleep at night if she abused the power she has as a therapist. This made me feel so much better and see her in a whole new light.