My T explained about how the imagery exercises we do are designed to target the amygdala because the CBT part of therapy is helpful but doesn't always target our emotions. He explained how when I gradually hear his voice in my head instead of my abuser then it helps me have a healthy adult schema. He talks about when we should go over flashcard (CBT stuff) and when it's better to just distract and calm down. He also asks for my input all the time. So it feels like he is the professional but we are both driving the therapy and working together on it.

He doesn't say "I'm talking in a soothing voice at the moment because you're very upset". But I know he does that kind of thing too! Also if I asked him I think he would share what he was doing. I like that my T is very open.