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And the relationships are structured such that the therapist is built up and becomes the center of attention. This is probably irresistible for some who feel powerless or inferior.
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That was me, somewhat. I had all different parts, but...one of my primary patterns was to be helpless but be dependent on a stronger other who would protect me and somehow rescue me. Being preoccupied with the stronger, more important other kept me from experiencing feelings of depression.
That's an oversimplification, but my T didn't engage in my pattern, which is one reason I felt distress from the therapy, falling into feelings of hopelessness.
His not fufilling those needs sort of forced me to change.