When I hear of ts saying "I love you" and "I will never leave" I get such a bad reaction. Each to their own but if a t said those to me I would run to the hills because I would wonder what their motivation in saying that would be. It feels like manipulation and more like their needs. That's just my stuff but I would be very weary of them.
As a t in training I am very upfront about my limitations and availability, I am painfully aware of termination and abandonment after being abandoned by two ts. I never make a promise I can't keep and therapy is on cclients terms. I tell them what theories and techniques and why. Some are interested and more just want to talk. I gently remind clients that they can leave when they wish and come back if they wish later on. As a t and a client I firmly believe that the client has all of the power and control.

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