MBM,

I'm sorry. It hurt me to see your tears, but I'll keep that to myself because you've told me how important it is for your therapist to be stable and not let his own emotions in.

I've been thinking about you this week. I've considered emailing but don't know where you are emotionally/mentally and if that would be helpful or not. You've never almost walked out of therapy before. I hope you're not hurting too badly...

Would you please think about what I said? I'm not mad. I don't get angry in therapy or my life; that's just not who I am - remember? We've talked about this but I'll remind you. You didn't do anything wrong. I know you're doing your best, and I'm sorry I seemed harsh. Please come back next session. I hope we'll be okay. I'm here. I'm committed.

Therapist