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ChatteParfaitt -> RE: seeking therapist (2/18/2013 9:29:59 PM)
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Therapists are trained to deal with the variations of the human condition. Even in Bible belt Indiana, I (easily) found a great therapist who is marvelous with the kink side of my relationships.
Sure, she had quite a few questions to ask at first, and she 'uses' me and Himself as experts in the rest of her practice, since she admits to needing more understanding about the mindset of masochists and sadists. The power exchange end of our relationship didn't even merit a blimp on the radar, really that stuff is basic to all humans in some way or another.
We did have some interesting talks about my enjoyment of consensual/non consent play (all three of us, she wanted Himself there as well). And some of the fetishes my sub and I get up to make her raise an eyebrow. But seriously, it's not that far out of normal human behavior.
Part of going to therapy (an important part) is finding a therapist you can establish a rapport with -- if the first one doesn't seem to get you, or appears too judgmental, move on.
Best of luck, and a great big pat on the back for realizing that sometimes therapy is what you need.
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