Physical Therapist
I (35f) was briefly but inappropriately touched by a physical therapist (50ish m) a couple years ago. Later that day he asked me via IG messaging or text (I can’t remember which) “how was that?” I replied it was fine. And then, in the same message thread, said he could do it again “to completion” if I ever wanted. I don’t remember if I responded to that part, and if I did I don’t remember what I said; either way I am positive I didn’t agree to it.
In the moment I was obviously caught off guard and felt very icky, but I honestly felt my backbone and confidence completely evaporate. I didn’t want to escalate the situation and I wanted to leave safely, even afterwards when he texted/messaged later I felt like I couldn’t stand up for myself. The treatment room I was in is completely private so it was just me and him. Is this enough to be considered sexual assault and would anything constructive happen if I reported him?
Thanks for any advice or support you have to offer <3