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What do you do when you have feelings for your therapist? Falling in love? Wanting to be adopted? Dr. Kirk Honda answers a number of emails on this topic.


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The Psychology In Seattle Podcast. 


November 4, 2019.


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This content is for educational and informational purposes only. Although Kirk Honda is a licensed marriage and family therapist, this content is not a replacement for proper mental health treatment. Always seek the advice of your mental health provider regarding any questions or concerns you have about your mental health needs.

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Anonymous

I would like to be a part of the ‘solution’, and not a part of the ‘problem’ ie. perpetuating the abandoning, betrayal cycle etc.

PsychologyInSeattle

It's common for clients with relational trauma to become very attached (and perhaps "in love with") their therapist. Being part of the solution is to allow one's partner to heal in therapy while also being a secure relationship for them: attuned, etc., while also getting your own needs met.

Anonymous

The angry part of me says ‘No shit Sherlock’ the empathic side says “I know, you’re 100% right, but where do I find the strength, the wisdom and the emotional stability to accomplish such a Herculean task like this?” Thanks for your response, it means a lot to hear it...