[Miswimmy1]

Dear T,

Today we had our last session. It was bittersweet for me. I ha dreaded this session for as long as I could remember- probably from the day I began therapy with u. I also just wanted all the drama surrounding the blame (the cause of termination) to be over. But the truth is:

You've given me everything. You've been the best t I could ever have and I'm going to miss you so much.

I remember our first session. I didn't know what to expect. I sat in your waiting room, kicking my feet into your carpet. I heard feet and then the door to the waiting room flew open and there u stood. I'll always remember the way you flung that door open and stood there, like "here I am!" You were eccentric looking but kind. We had our first meeting and I could immediately tell from your eyes what a kind and genuine soul u were. U asked me "let me know if you decide if u want to come back" and I immediately said, "what if I already know". And u just hopped up to get your appointment book. That was the beginning of our journey.

Through it all, we've had our ups and downs. We've had our misunderstandings and our ruptures. I've had my confidence crisises and my doubts. But one thing always stayed constant: your genuine care for my well being. Thank you. U never stopped being patient with me, and u never gave up on me. You treated me as an equal, a teammate. You valued my input and always asked my opinion or my thoughts before moving forward. You let me go at my pace and made your office feel like a safe haven. You were always happy to set aside time for me... Whether that be a phone call, an extra session, going overtime. You were always validating of my feelings.

I am going to miss you so much. I'm going to miss your laugh, your sense of humor, the way you would lean forward and put your hand on mine and look at me with that genuine love in your eyes. I will never forget how somehow, you were able to make me feel like I was important.

I'm sorry that things have to end but thank you for reassuring me that it's not forever. I promise to work hard with new t so that we can be reunited as soon as possible. I will do it for you.

Lastly, there are things u have said to me that I will always remember:
• "you are special"
• "I love you dearly"
• "you are going to do great things"
• "I am sad that we are ending. It was an honor to get to work with you."
• "I will miss you"
• "I will not forget u"

Thank you T. Until we meet again.
Luv Miswimmy

[rainbow8]

Wow! That was a beautiful letter. Did you tell your T those things, or actually give her that letter? Was the last session beneficial for you? I hope so!

[AmazingGrace7]

Beautifully written and very heartfelt.

[Raging Quiet]

Very powerful and poignant, thank you for sharing x

[Syra]

Thanks for sharing. As I read it, my own body started to soften, and you weren't even talking to me. It's lovely.

[tinyrabbit]

Wow. Thanks for sharing. Hugs to you.

[Asiablue]

Beautiful letter x

[peaches100]

So heartfelt and genuine, it made me want to cry.

[anneo59]

Originally Posted by peaches100

So heartfelt and genuine, it made me want to cry.

well said, it reminded me of one therapist I've had a long time ago, but for most, haven't had that experience. Glad you did!

[daledge99]

I agree with the others; that was lovely. I will admit I feel a bit jealous! I have not
had that wonderful intimate relationship with my therapist. I just posted how I felt
"mugged" by him. Lucky you!