I have actually read most of his books.

I do believe in physical touch, it can be so healing for the client for many reasons. But not all kinds of touch.. For for a client who has very strong erotic transference, it could be very damaging too, one has to be extremely careful. When I read the posts after it happened, it seems like I was reading a romance novel. Plus it also matters if physical touch was a norm in therapy all along, or was this holding of her hand something that developed, especially after admitting the sexual desire of her T.

I don't believe T's need to be cold and ridged, my T is very warm and caring, and I believe in the Roger's method a lot, about unconditional positive regard.But there is a line, and one must be careful if the client has romantic feelings for the T. What the T does should not resemble a romantic relationship, in the physical sense, because it can lead to other things and it can confuse the client of what the T is trying to achieve. Holding hands with a client that has romantic feelings, is playing with fire, and unfortunately, it is the client that gets hurt.

I am in no way saying that this happens in ALL the cases, but being aware of the possibility is playing it smart for the client and the T. I don't feel if somebody here recognizes something that puts up warning signs, has bad intentions for the poster, I feel they are showing they care. I would like to see it shown that the people here are seeing things that might be of concern are welcomed to say something. It might help those who may be in the same situation, but who do not post, that yes, there are warning signs that a therapeutic relationship is becoming unhealthy or has the potential to become that way.
Maybe not all psychological theories say that touching a client that personally, (holding hands) especially when they have admitted a romantic erotic tranference, say it is going down the slippery slope, but most do say it is not recommended. Many theories don't believe in any kind out physical touch, which I don't agree with, but when there is erotic transference or counter-tranference, it should be avoided.
I think it is fine if one doesn't want to hear this, or agree, but we should all treat each other with respect regarding our own views. Taking sides and getting all offended really isn't helpful at all, except to take attention away from the issue to begin with.