I have no idea, really, since he discloses so little, but the idea of having intimacy needs fulfilled at a safe distance sure resonates for me in my own work. Maybe that’s why he does it too. I have told my T that I sometimes feel like I’m being selfish in a way in my work because I’m fulfilled by the interactions I have with people who are suffering. I assume he feels fulfilled by his job also, and has told me that at least indirectly. Maybe I’ll try bringing this up with him and see where it goes.