What stands out to me is that what stands out to you (and is keeping you enthralled) are the qualities of a sociopath. He may or may not be one, but these are the qualities that you are drawn to with an intense attraction and admiration. I would not be able to tolerate that kind of therapist, so it strikes me as meaningful that his inflated narcissistic ego is your siren song. Your parent groomed you well. Question is, do you break free by leaving this therapist if he is, indeed, as you perceive him? Or do you say to him, I am drawn to your approach to therapy because it feels abusive. What are your thoughts on that, Dr. T.?


I say this with a lot of care and understanding because I can relate (not that my therapist is like this, but that I was once drawn to charismatic sociopaths).