Respecting professional boundaries is really important to me, just as I expect them to respect mine. Even though I like my therapist a lot, I know that I do not need for her to be a friend. I need for her to be a professional. I don't think that I am responsible for her feelings, but I do think I should respect and pay for her time.


So if I were you, I would absolutely share your concerns and offer to pay. Even just asking will make you feel better, and I believe it will make her respect you more because you are respecting her professionally.