I have been with a few bad therapists and a few really good therapists. One thing I have found is that I don't tend to "lay everything on the table." It takes time to slowly give parts of myself to my T. It's like peeling and onion--I share an intimate detail and peel off a layer and then keep sharing and peeling--I think we are getting to my core.

For me, the relationship I have with the therapist is just as important as the "stuff" I disclose. I think there is more to therapy than just relaying information...for me therapy is about building a trusting and safe relationship where I can depend on the therapist to help guide my recovery. How I feel about her is just as important as the facts. I know this may not be true for everybody, but it is the way it works for me.....less of a focus on facts and more on relationship.