When a client has romantic feelings for his therapist, how should the therapist provide the safest environment?

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Transference is a very common occurrence in therapy, particularly if you spend enough time with the same therapist. This person's safe space would best be provided by explaining the normalcy of this happening, the surprising frequency, and that the outcome does not need to be a relationship beyond that of therapist and client. The client will have an entirely new sense of safety and responsibility.

When a Client Has Romantic Feelings for His Therapist, How