[TransFixed] Transference – Jean Hollywood & Casey Calvert (544p)

In a therapist's office, Casey Calvert waits for her client, Jean Hollywood. Upon Jean's arrival, they discuss how things have been since their last session. Jean reports that life has been busy but manageable, and they transition to a recurring topic: their exploration of sexuality and gender identity. Jean expresses frustration over the pressure to conform to labels, feeling that these terms do not truly represent who they are. They share their journey through various identities, including trans, genderfluid, gender non-conforming, and non-binary, noting that none have felt entirely right. Jean reflects on the complexity of human identity and questions the need for a simple label. Throughout the conversation, Casey listens empathetically, encouraging Jean to delve deeper into their feelings. Jean appreciates Casey's genuine care and confides that they have developed feelings for her. Casey acknowledges this as a common occurrence in therapy, known as 'transference,' but Jean insists their feelings are authentic. Casey admits to having similar feelings and notes that acting on them would change their relationship. Jean reminds Casey of a previous discussion about change being potentially positive. The scene ends with both moving closer together, contemplating the implications of their feelings.