Comment by Cathy on 24 May 2012 at 5:16 am

Hi Karen,

I just finished reading Switching Time and want to applaud you on your healing. I can’t believe things like this happen in this world of ours, but it’s good to know there are therapists in the medical field who would go beyond their training and expertise to help a patient like you. In your story both doctor and patient worked together very hard. I know you had to have enriched his life as much as he enriched yours. Do you continue to maintain a relationship with each other? I can’t wait to read the sequel. Why no movie yet? Are the producers waiting for part 2? Best wishes to you both!

Dear Cathy,

Thank you for your applause on my healing. I continue to learn something new about myself each day and believe healing is a lifetime journey. I agree, it’s hard to envision abuse through the eyes of someone else’s story, but I thank God everyday for Dr. Baer’s care and for all therapists who empathize and allow their patients to be themselves as they step off the deep end and begin to share their horror. Dr. Baer truly did his best to treat me with an open mind and not from some medical books. My therapy was extremely intense for both of us. We worked together for many years and yes, there were times that challenged the therapy and our relationship. It took years to build trust and rapport.  I believe Dr. Baer would agree that we enriched each other’s life.

This past year has brought on many changes. I moved to another state and Dr. Baer and I don’t see each other as often as we would like.  But my feelings will never change. I remain forever grateful for all that he has done for me, and we maintain a respectful friendship.

The sequel continues to be a work in progress. I feel inspired to keep writing after your excitement. No movie deals at this time, though you never can tell, if interest resurfaces. In the meantime, I remain hopeful!

Thank you again for your best wishes!

Have a wonderful day!

Karen