My T gave me something to use during sessions because I get so anxious and fidget a lot. So one day he gave me a toy to play with and it helped reduce the panic I felt while talking about difficult topics. He then told me that the toy was mine and I could take it home with me if I wanted it. And to bring it to sessions to use when I want to.

We never identified it as a transitional object or talked about what it meant. He would just ask every now and then if it was helping me. It does help a lot and I’m glad I have it. It reminds me of my T when I look at it and it has a calming effect.