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Old Aug 27, 2018, 07:52 AM
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Originally Posted by blackocean View Post
I'm not talking about simply looking forward to therapy because it is a highlight of your week or because you enjoy your therapist's company and attention, but about an intense feeling of need that interferes with your ability to live your life outside of therapy. And to be clear I don't think there is any shame in this, it happens to me, but it isn't healthy -- it's a sign of unhealthy attachment patterns that need working through.
Yes, I understand what you mean and appreciate the example, I would also call this addiction to therapy because harm is being done. Therapy is not supposed to cause harm or interfere with the rest of one's life. I'm sorry this has been your experience and it absolutely isn't something to be ashamed about. I hope you are able to move forward in a positive way.