Okay, so I'm posting just to get some information.

I know all about transference, and I'll be the first to say that that's probably what I'm feeling for my psych, not genuine love. However, I also believe in love at first sight, and he's just the sort of guy I would date in the "real" world, and he's pretty much the same age as I am.

Here's the situation...he's a resident and he'll be "rotating" out of the outpatient unit where I'm being treated so he won't be my doctor any longer. Also, he more or less assessed me, we never really started any therapy, we only met for a couple of follow-up sessions. For the record, he hasn't said or done anything to suggest counter-transference (trust me, I've been looking for it!)

On to my question... let's say I meet him, randomly, at some point in the future and I STILL have feelings for him and it's mutual. What are the legal ramifications? Could we date? Or is that a big no-no even after any professional relationship has ended? What about ethically? Is that considered a violation of an MD's code of ethics? Would he lose his credibility in front of his colleagues?

Since he's no longer my psych, I'm sure my feelings will eventually disappear, but until then, I can't help but wonder!

Thanks.