Xynesthesia2, I think every institution, bond or alliance has its own reality and values, for good or bad. My bad therapy experiences have taught me occasionally to assess if I've compromised myself away in my allegiances. I think this is especially important with authoritarian leadership. (I admire work colleagues who could be cooperative but not cowed. )

It appears the shrink continues unfazed. I'd hope this story would generate professional soul-searching like the Daphne Merkin NYTimes story did. There appears evidence of egregious boundary violations. If this shrink's behavior is deemed acceptable, this gives me less confidence in the profession.