Not on a sexual level. But be very attatched to them.
2007-02-25 15:42:25 · 4 answers · asked by Makemeaspark 7 in Social Science ➔ Psychology
I am not a professional counsellor
2007-02-25 15:48:16 · update #1
Of course it is. It is called countertransference. This is a tricky dynamic in a therapeutic relationship, which must be dealt with on the therapist's behalf immediately through appropriate clinical supervision. Secondly, as a professional in the helping field (Social Work, Mental Health, Psychology, etc.) we are all bound by Codes of Ethics that describe and prescribe our boundaries with regard to client interaction. On the other hand, often the client will quickly become attached to the therapist, and this is called transference. Transference is actually an appropriate point to begin interventions, but if the therapist is the one who is experiencing diffused boundaries, it would be in the client's best interest to obtain another therapist.
2007-02-25 18:30:40 · answer #1 · answered by MSW in Florida 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it is possible, and highly recommend that you don't do it. Keep your sessions professional. If you get attached you will start taking things personal and not be impartial. Depending on the service you are providing they may try to manipulate you.
2007-02-25 15:49:52 · answer #2 · answered by another journey 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
yes it is possible and i've heard of some cases where a counselor actullay marries thier paitent but it's nothing to be ashamed of just becareful and watch out for someone trying to ruin your rep....and i say show your paitent that you care about him by going to dinner with him....
2007-02-25 15:56:09 · answer #3 · answered by geostrom b 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes, you need to end the sessions and refer them to someone else. You could end up losing your rep and license.
2007-02-25 15:45:17 · answer #4 · answered by Pantherempress 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋