MDJunction - People Helping People
 

Why wear a ribbon?

 
"I too suffer from HCV" (sntacruzshel)

MDJunction to me

JoSh11"MDJunction is at least as big a part of my healing as the medications I take. Finding others with the same health challenges has truly been a Godsend. The support & information I receive here give me the courage to stand up for my needs in social situations, as well as the techniques & references to help my friends & family understand this Invisible Chronic Illness." (JoSh11)

more testimonials
Bipolar Type II Support Group
A community of patients, family members and friends dedicated to dealing with Bipolar Type II, together.
Join This Group
Group Home   Forums   Articles   Members (3900)   Diaries   Videos   Leaders   Guidelines
Bipolar II Group RSS Feed
Bipolar II ForumsGeneral & Supportdream about my therapist
12/21/2010 05:58 PM
willowwisp
Posts: 421
Member

ok.. so this is embarrassing... I had a "relationship" type dream about my therapist... there was no sex.. but definitely attraction, and we did kiss in the dream.... (no.. I am not attracted to him.. he is quite a bit older than me.. a devout christian, and frankly.. not my type.. )

I told him about it in my therapy session... I told him because I think being open and honest with your therapist is an important part of therapy...He seemed to think it was a healthy sign of our "relationship" developing... he meant it in the "patient/therapist" way....

My question is.. has anyone else had a dream about their therapist? Do you think I should have kept that to myself? I'm feeling really uncomfortable about it now... I'm just embarrassed.. Sad

I saw an angel in the marble, and carved until I set her free...
Reply

12/21/2010 07:53 PM  Top
dancalgary
dancalgary
 
Posts: 41
Member

I have not, it may because I am a man and he is a man. Plus he is a little to old for me Smile... I do not think you should be embarrassed at all. I am very proud of you sharing your dream with him, that was a very smart decision. You are very right to be open and honest with him, how can you get better if you don't. And what he said makes perfect sense. Remember we cannot control our dreams.........

12/21/2010 09:39 PM  Top
itjustmightbealunatic
Posts: 9
New Member

my therapist is HOTTTTTT!!!!! but i'm married and i realize it's just a fantasy...so i let myself have the crush but i know it's nothing. maybe you wish you had a an attraction to your therapist because hey..would make going to the dr. fun.

Previous discussions I participated in:
don't even know what to say
Some people are jerks

12/21/2010 09:43 PM  Top
sarahnicole7

this makes me smile because i have had an ongoing crush on my therapist haha. but haven't told ANYONE. till just now. ... in the past i had always had women therapists but when i moved the only available person was a male. i was hesitant at first but he is actually probably the best one i've had. like in ur situation.. im not really attracted type to him.. but i just smile when i go see him and feel all flirty like. not in a sexual way but just giddy i guess lol ... kinda silly.

i think its good that you opened up to him about it just b/c i always think if you are comfortable about sharing it..then share it.. lol but i dont think i could tell mine about it ! ah haha lol im not embarrassed i just dont want our patient/therapist relationship to turn 'weird' ya know?

but i've been there. lol but i think its kind of a good thing.. i mean - i think its showing me... from a guys point of view and everything.. there are guys out there who are not jerks (to put it in nice words lol) and everything.


12/22/2010 01:53 AM  Top
hedap
 
Posts: 2009
Senior Member

Hey Willow,

It's actually common for people to get 'crushes' on therapists and pdocs. A little harmless fantasy never hurt anyone. I wouldn't be embarassed, getting it out there in a way just protects you from acting on your dream.

hugs, heather

Savella 50 mg 2x daily
Lortab 10's 4x day
Tramadol 50 mg 4x day
Nuvigil 123 mg day
Klonopin o.5 mg 4 doses daily
Aplenzin 348 mg 2x day
Abilify 5 mg day
Lamictal 50 mg 2x day

Misc.
Levothyroxine 150 mcg 1x day
Vitamin D 50000 IU's 1x weekly
Pravastatin 10 mg day

12/22/2010 03:18 AM  Top
illonasophia
illonasophiaPosts: 149
Member

My last MDpsych helped me so much and really listened and was my type. I just never went there since I needed him for meds.

12/22/2010 03:39 AM  Top
skullhappy
skullhappy
 
Posts: 743
Member

I wouldn't worry about it: It's just a dream, and we can't control dreams (well, you CAN, but most people don't lucid dream...). so relax. As long as you don't act upon it, it's all good.
Lamictal 400 mg
Abilify 4 mg
Cymbalta 60 mg
lisinopril 20 mg

12/22/2010 08:26 AM  Top
willowwisp
Posts: 421
Member

well.. I'm glad other's have been there... and that it's ok.. I will admit though, I am a bit embarassed... I have to see him tonight,and I'm really uncomfortable about going... I'm sure it will be ok once I make it through the first few "post confession" appointments...
I saw an angel in the marble, and carved until I set her free...

Previous discussions I participated in:
Sad and Depressed
Masking emotions
Embrace?

12/22/2010 10:27 AM  Top
RickEJ
RickEJ
 
Posts: 6250
Group Leader
I'm an Advocate

I haven't been there yet..... Shes older than me and I think it would freak me out some.
peace & hugs
Rick
If I seem confused it's because I am!
Bi-polar II,GAD,SAD,TRD
-----------------------------------------------------------------
I am not a doctor and do not make a diagnosis.
All information I give is from my own research and experience.

12/22/2010 11:03 AM  Top
Joy75
Joy75
 
Posts: 15645
Group Leader
I'm an Advocate

I think that you did the right thing in telling your therapist. That's what they are there for. Like he said, a sign of the relationship developing healthily. No need to be embarrassed. Dreams are dreams and you don't have any control over them. This is perfectly normal.
Joy, 37 years old

Blog:

http://www.joylepley.blogspot.com

Email:

simplyjoyful75@gmail.com

Bipolar type 2 and ADD

300mg Wellbutrin
200mg Lamictal
40mg Viibryd
15mg Abilify

I AM NEITHER A PSYCHIATRIST OR PSYCHOLOGIST. I AM HERE FOR THE SAME REASONS YOU ARE. TO GIVE AND RECEIVE SUPPORT. WHAT I SAY IS PURELY MY OPINION. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR DOCTOR FOR MEDICAL ADVICE.

Bipolar disorder can be a great teacher. It’s a challenge, but it can set you up to be able to do almost anything else in your life. – Carrie Fisher

Previous discussions I participated in:
Im not feeling well
UGHHHH!!!
can use some advice
Reply

Share this discussion with your friends:
Members who viewed this page also read:
<< Start < Prev 1 2 Next > End >>

Bipolar IIBipolar II ForumsGeneral & Supportdream about my therapist

Disclaimer: The information provided in MDJunction is not a replacement for medical diagnosis, treatment, or professional medical advice.
In case of EMERGENCY call 911 or 1.800.273.TALK (8255) to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. Read more.
Contact Us | Bookmark Us | FAQ | Awareness Ribbons
About Us | Terms & Conditions | Privacy | Spread the Word | MDJ Advocates | Advertise
Copyright (c) 2006-2013 MDJunction.com All Rights Reserved