Posted by Hermitian on July 28, 2008, at 19:44:09
In reply to Transference, posted by Amanda29 on July 28, 2008, at 16:53:26
Hey, "transference" is two steps removed on the root cause pathway. The underlying problem is your need for support and companionship. I.e., friends. Fix that and transference goes away because you have real relationships to tend to instead. Not illusory pinings that get you nowhere.
Therapists only give you therapy. You can tell the difference between friends and them, because one is unconditional and free and the other one charges you for it. (Which drops the therapist into the water you think he is walking on BTW.)
Don't dump the therapist. But ya gotta get out and find someone who will care about you gratis. Could be a reading club, church, volunteer group, whatever. But getting out is good.
Good Luck
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